WMU SRC Personal Trainer guiding a client through a workout

Personal Training

We offer a wide variety of programs and services to help all WMU students, faculty and staff live positive, healthy, active life. We can help you get started on your journey to a healthy and active lifestyle.

Personal training at Western Michigan University’s Student Recreation Center offers one-on-one fitness coaching tailored to your individual goals, fitness level, and preferences. Certified personal trainers provide expert instruction, motivation, and guidance to help you build strength, improve cardiovascular fitness, or enhance your overall wellness. Training sessions are customized to your needs and can adapt as your goals and fitness level change, providing personalized support and accountability throughout your fitness journey.

Steps on getting started

Ready to get started? Follow these simple steps to find the personal training option that works best for you.

  • Fill out the form: Complete the Personal Training/Kick Start Your Fitness Journey Form and select your interest.
  • Schedule your appointment: Maddy will reach out with instructions to schedule.
  • Meet with our team: Attend your appointment to review your goals and available options.
  • Choose your option: Select the personal training option that best fits your needs.

Kickstart Options

Cardio and Weight Room Orientation

Free for all students, faculty, staff and alumni. Our fitness team will help you navigate our facility through a one-hour orientation session. Learn how to properly use cardio, resistance, and flexibility equipment. *This orientation is not considered a personal training session. 

Fitness Coaching

Fitness Coaching is a free service available exclusively to WMU students through the Navigator Network. We offer one-on-one or a group coaching session to set goals, build healthy habits, and get support along the way. Whether you want to be more active, improve your overall wellness, or stay accountable, fitness coaching can help. 

Fitness Assessments

Fitness assessments are a standalone service that helps you understand your current fitness level and overall health. During the assessment, you’ll get baseline measurements that show where you’re starting. These results can help you set realistic goals and make it easier to see your progress over time.

Personal Training

The welcome package consists of three, one-hour sessions and includes a fitness consultation, assessment, equipment orientation and two workout sessions. Individuals that want to get started with personal training must purchase a welcome package first. Personal training by persons other than qualified Student Recreation Center staff is strictly prohibited.

Kickstart your fitness journey

More PT Options

Our personal training services are designed to provide the guidance, accountability, and support you need to reach your fitness goals. Explore more training options below to find the program that best fits your needs, schedule, and experience level. If you're unsure which option is right for you or have questions about our services, contact Maddy Mularski, Navigation Specialist – Fitness/Wellness.

Once you complete your welcome package, you will have the option to purchase additional personal training sessions. Clients that purchase a 6, 12 or 24 session packages will receive a free post testing assessment at the conclusion of their package.

Package

WMU students, faculty,

staff, and members

with SRC access

2 sessions

$70

3 sessions

$100

6 sessions

$180

12 sessions

$330

24 Sessions$600

 

 

Fitness assessments are available for $30 and are led by a certified personal trainer. Your assessment includes:

  • Resting heart rate and blood pressure
  • Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BMI, body fat percentage, lean mass percentage, visceral fat, and body age)
  • Skinfold measurements
  • Ideal body weight calculations
  • Fitness testing for flexibility, muscular endurance, and cardiovascular endurance

The SRC also offers group training packages for WMU students, faculty, staff and members that would like to train with one other individual. Like individual training, you must purchase a group training welcome package prior to purchasing additional sessions. Group training is limited to two individuals.

Package

 Cost

Welcome package

$145 ($72.50 per person)

2 sessions

$105 ($52.50 per person)

3 sessions

$150 ($75 per person)

6 sessions

$275 ($137.50 per person)

**Clients that purchase 6 or 12 session packages will receive a free post testing assessment at the conclusion of their package.

All clients must complete a welcome package before purchasing additional sessions. It consists of three, one-hour sessions and includes a fitness consultation, assessment, equipment orientation and two workout sessions.
Welcome package pricing :
  • WMU students, faculty, staff and members with SRC access - $95
  • WMU students, faculty, staff and members without SRC access - $119

Hear It From Our Community

Participant in the weight room with a personal trainer making sure they are working out correctly.
Jake has made my personal training journey fun! Every session Jake has great energy and a lot of patience if I need to switch some things up some days. Jake is great at making you feel comfortable and motivated for each session, and he has great communication. I would recommend Jake to anyone looking for a personal trainer, I’ve seen results since starting our sessions and I feel good about all the workouts we do, and he always has good new workouts to try.
WMU Personal Trainer giving encouragement
My experience with Maddy Mularski from Fitness and Wellness was easy, caring, and affirming. I especially appreciated the amount of attention Maddy provided and how genuinely interested she was in my success. I never felt like I was receiving a generic response, and her personalized support made me feel heard and valued. The interaction increased my trust in WMU navigators and reinforced that transferring to WMU was the right decision.
WMU SRC Personal Trainer guiding a client through a workout
Ryan has been a phenomenal trainer helping me to achieve strength and growth beyond what I would have even thought possible in the time we’ve worked together. He does a great job keeping me motivated and engaged in progressing toward my goals. As someone who hasn’t felt comfortable in a gym or weight room in the past, having his support and encouragement has eased that anxiety and makes going to the gym something that I look forward to and actually enjoy. Thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do to help me on this journey!