Nelson is a self-described "people person." He
pursued his degree and
personal training certification
with the desire and goal of helping people improve
their lives by improving
their health and fitness
levels. Nelson is an active athlete himself, competing
over the years in power
lifting and body building.
He describes his training
style as powerful and he specializes in sports conditioning, power lifting
and bodybuilding.
Nelson Brewer Certified Personal Trainer
International Fitness Institution
A. A. Sports and Fitness Management
Sports Safety Trained
Benny got involved in Personal Training as a means to share his fitness knowledge with people, and give them the necessary tools to accomplish their fitness goals. His personable nature and genuine interest in his clients and their fitness goals, ensures that everyone Benny works with is going to receive the best possible program to fit their lifestyle needs. As a former Naval Helicopter Search and Rescue Swimmer, Benny understands the importance of dedication and knows what it takes to help you achieve even the most difficult tasks. Whether you are an experienced athlete looking to break through your current plateau, a first time gym member looking to establish a routine or to take your training to that “next level”, Benny can assist you in arriving at your fitness destination!
Benny Cammarata N.A.S.M. Certified Personal Trainer
Brian has been involved in athletics and exercise for the majority of his life. Football, basketball, swimming and
track are some of the sports Brian competed in through out high school His passion for exercise is primarily in triathlons. Completing Ironman Coeur d' Alene at the age of 20, Brian knows what it takes to complete
any goal that someone wants to accomplish. Brian has also completed numerous races ranging from sprint distance triathlons all the way up to marathons. If you are interested in just general fitness or completing an ironman, Brian can make it happen for you. Brian has
been a Valley employee for almost 3 years working at the snack bar, he's the guy who knows your name!
Brian EvansI.F.P.A. Certified
Personal Trainer
Paul's weight crept to nearly 400 lbs and he knows what it is to feel hopeless and isolated. He is even more knowledgeable on what it takes to overcome and conquer life's challenges. Paul came to Personal Training through his own personal struggles and triumphs and wants nothing more than to help motivate and inspire others.Through sports he was a very successful athlete, using sports to stay active and keep his fitness in check. He knows the importance of consistence and perseverance.He has dedicated his life to having the opportunity to help others achieve weight loss, fitness and happiness all in one. Paul looks forward to drawing out the inner strength in us all.
Paul Griffith
I.F.P.A. Certified Personal Trainer
Remember those awful physical fitness tests in P. E. class? Well David hated those too! Now he's a Certified Personal Trainer, and he knows how to make it fun and easy to get the results you want. Whether helping older adults train for healthy hearts and stronger bones, teaching a young athlete to pack on muscle, or guiding a mom back to the body of her youth, David enjoys taking the time to listen and understand his client's wants and needs. David combines his training and nutritional expertise with a background in health and counseling, and has extensive experience working with youth, adults, and seniors. His specialty is leading non-exercisers down the path to results, while keeping it enjoyable and interesting. If you are tired of boring workouts, have trouble with weight loss, or just want to see quick changes in your body, then you want to meet with David.
David Ross
Certified Lifesyle & Weight Management Consultant (A.C.E.) Certified Personal Trainer (A.C. E.)
Group Fitness Instructor (A.C.E.) Older Adult Trainer(AIFE)
Irene is married and has raised 6 children, so she knows the struggles of having to juggle a schedule, making time for family and exercising. Fitness is a priority in her life. Irene invested herself into weight training, cardiovascular exercise and balanced nutrition and totally transformed her life. She experienced a complete personal makeover from losing weight, to gaining strength, increased energy, balance and a feeling of total satisfaction. Her own experience inspired her to become a personal trainer. Her goal is to use her own personal experience in helping others to discover the tools they need to be successful in their exercise programs. Irene's passion is helping people!
Irene Schade
ACE Personal Trainer
N.P.T.I Certified Personal Trainer
The book "Pumping Iron" was Swede's inspiration at age 11 to begin the trip down Iron Lane. He spent many years developing his strength in body and mind to become a formidable power-lifting competitor. He is a four-time and current State Champion and holds numerous regional and state records including an impressive 600 lb bench press. You couldn't meet a gentler person than Swede. Swede enjoys working with a variety of clients, from the high school athlete looking to improve his or her performance to the weekend warrior just looking to get into shape. He employs a variety of training methods, specializing in compound movements and plyometrics to increase his client's strength and power. Swede states that his specialty is "attaining results."
Swede Selstrom
Certified Personal Trainer, National Fitness Personal Trainer
Rodney works well with young athletes and newcomers of all ages. He takes great pride in running the Youth Strength Training Program with great success. Some of Rodney's more popular classes are the co-ed Youth Strength training classes like basketball, baseball, football volleyball and soccer. Rodney is also The Valley's racquetball pro. He has been playing racquetball for 16 years and is currently a State Champion. This kind of background enables Rodney to train clients to condition for all racquet-type sports quite effectively.
Rodney Soto
International Fitness Professional Association Certified Personal Trainer, Bachelor of Science in Multicultural Psychological Counseling, Certified Racquetball Instructor, Certified High School Official
Sonja has been enthusiastically improving the quality of many Valley members lives since 1990. Sonja drives hard, liking to keep her workouts fast-paced, challenging and functional. Sonja really champions stretching; time and again she has proven that it helps to minimize soreness, stabilize joints, and prevent stiffness and injury. If you spend a little time at the Valley, you'll surely hear Sonja's yelling our her mantra- "Goals! We have goals!" Sonja loves the phrase, " Pain is just weakness leaving the body," and she believes that weight training complements running and other sports. As Sonja can attest to-having a good trainer and workout partner really does positively benefit you; it makes exercise more fun and also makes you more accountable! Some of her accomplishments include a 3:24 Capital City Marathon, many half marathons, and two 1st Place body building contests in 1992 - 1994
Sonja Strehmel
A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer, B.S. Exercise Physiology, Central Washington University
The Valley Athletic Club
4833 Tumwater Valley Dr.
Tumwater, WA 98501
