Meet the Personal Trainers

  • Brenner is an NASM certified personal trainer and USF student studying Entrepreneurship and Innovation. His ideal client is anyone who is interested in wanting to lift heavier and build muscle, and also those looking for a better quality of life. His personal training philosophy is to focus on slow and controlled movements where we properly feel the muscle we are working.

    Fun Facts About Brenner:

    • Favorite Activities (Lifting Weights, Photography, Watching Movies, and Hiking)
    • Favorite Song (Chasing the Wind by Lanie Gardner)
    • Favorite Recovery (Cold Plunge and Sauna)
    • Favorite Food (Sushi)
  • Meet Chaise, your dedicated personal trainer! She is a college student who earned her certification as a trainer while pursuing her nursing degree. Chaise has perfected her craft in fitness and health through the USF Kinesiology mentorship program to prepare her for a career in training. Her attention to detail ensures personalized workout plans tailored to your specific needs. Whether you are a beginner or advanced, she specializes in body recomposition, high intensity interval training (HIIT), strength and conditioning, functional fitness and mobility enhancement, and core and stability training. Chaise’s exceptional communication skills make every session engaging and effective. With a dash of humor, she creates a comfortable and motivating environment, ensuring you achieve your fitness goals with a smile. Also, she teaches weekly strength training classes at Koret (Strength 101)!

  • Deirdre feels that the key to fitness success is consistency and a personal commitment to adhere to a regular exercise program for life. With over ten years of experience as a group exercise instructor, Deirdre strives to educate her clients by demystifying the process of getting in shape in a friendly, non-intimidating manner. Clients will gain tools and practical knowledge while enjoying a complete workout designed just for them. Deirdre will guide clients through customized sessions balancing cardio, strength, endurance and flexibility for all levels, beginner to advanced. Check out her weekly Cardio Kick, Body Sculpting, Spin or Abs & Glutes classes at Koret. (ACSM, Mad Dogg, TRX)

  • Meet Logan, a NASM certified personal trainer and Kinesiology major with a Neuroscience minor at the University of San Francisco. His training philosophy centers on getting back to basics and cutting through fitness misinformation- helping clients build lasting habits, feel empowered, and enjoy the process of getting stronger. A long-time fitness enthusiast, Logan enjoys running, swimming, and weightlifting. He also brings valuable experience from interning with Division 1 strength and conditioning coaches and competing in collegiate rugby at USFCA. Whether you're new to the gym or looking to take your training to the next level, Logan will meet you where you are and guide you with a calm, friendly, and personalized approach- always explaining the “why” behind every movement.

  • Todd will design a comprehensive program to best suit your needs and capabilities. Based on his years of experience, he believes that every client (athlete, senior, teen, soccer mom, everyday Joe) needs to incorporate strength training, cardiovascular work, flexibility training, nutritional guidelines and rest to achieve one's full potential in life and fitness. Todd further believes that a client's input is vital in putting together a balanced program. Todd will motivate you to become your very best by being creative, and intense, while instructing you in your pursuit of health and fitness. (ACSM, AFAA).

Pricing

The following are the rates for personal training. 

  • USF Students: $40
  • USF FT Faculty/Staff, Annual Koret Members, Seniors (55 years+): $58
  • USF PT Faculty/Staff, Rec Pass Holders, Monthly Koret Members, Others: $67

Make an Appointment

Equipment Orientations

This is a 30-minute appointment to educate patrons on the proper use of workout equipment at Koret. Our staff member will demonstrate the proper use of a machine and will help patrons determine the appropriate fit (seat/pads). This session will NOT develop a workout plan but is rather an introduction to our equipment. Follow-up appointments are allowed. This complimentary service is only available to individuals with Koret access (USF students/faculty/staff, Annual Members, Monthly Members, Rec Pass holders).

Cardio bike machines

Campus Club and Organization Workshops

Is your student club or organization interested in free group workshops? Learn more about this offering and reach out to us at KHRC@usfca.edu

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