TRX Suspension Trainer Courses

As the Director of Training and Development for Fitness Anywhere Inc., Fraser Quelch is a pioneer in Suspension Training, the newest category of functional exercise. Professional sports teams, athletes, and renowned trainers around the world have all embraced his suspension training techniques and programs. Known as an innovator in the industry, his high energy, dynamic, and entertaining style can motivate and inspire any audience.

Fraser has been published in over 20 articles, presented extensively throughout the world, and is the face of Fitness Anywhere DVDs and online content. He is a certified strength and conditioning coach with the NSCA and is the founder of the successful personal training and coaching business, Storm Training Systems. He is also a Fellow of applied functional science with the Gray Institute of Functional Training. A four-time IRON MAN finisher himself, don't challenge this Canadian to a run - you may be left in the dust.

Leigh Crews is a Licensed Corporate WellCoach and the owner of Think-GPSª Adventure Training and Dynalife, Inc., developing consumer and instructor education programs for clients like Reebok, Heavyhands and CardioSport. She is a Master Trainer for LeMond Academy and Gliding, a Power Bar Team Elite member and a Featured Trainer for Podfitness.com. She is also an official spokesperson for ACSM and ACE. Leigh is certified by ACE, AFAA, ACSM, The Cooper Institute and White Lotus Foundation and is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher. Her videos and DVDs include "Reebok Final Cuts", "The Flow Yoga" series, "Unleashing the Athlete with Zen" and others. An expert of many fitness trades, Leigh brings many methods and perspectives to her class.

Michol Dalcourt is an industry leader in the areas of human movement and functional performance training. As a international lecturer and educator, Michol has authored numerous articles on human performance, developed 4 conditioning videos and was named PTontheNET.com's "2003 Presenter of the Year." As a personal trainer, Michol works with college level pitchers, NHL (hockey) players, NLL (Lacrosse) players and Olympic Gold medal athletes. He also created a athletic model for high performance training (the RMA model) and is currently serving as an instructor at the NAIT College School of Health Sciences. Michol's innovative techniques have been adopted by some of the top international fitness certification bodies.

Paul Knapp has worked for the United States Military for over 15 years as an exercise physiologist and public health educator. Always looking for new ways to train our sailors and soldiers, Paul stumbled upon the TRX, and has taken his creative workout regimens to new heights. Paul holds various honors and awards, including the one he treasures the most, the Meritorious Civilian Service Award from the Explosive Ordinance Disposal Command; this award honors his work for providing the most innovative exercise program in the commands history. Paul has presented to large groups ranging from 80 to 100 and can teach you how to keep your TRX training regimen new and exciting.

Neil is a personal trainer and educator with over ten years in the fitness industry. He earned his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Sports Medicine from the University of Maryland. Continuing his education and personal growth he has earned multiple fitness certifications from the NSCA (CSCS), NASM (CPT and OPT) and the NASN (Certified Nutrition Counselor). He is also a Certified Spinning Instructor through Mad Dogg Spinning. Neil represents and teaches for EFI Sports Medicine and Fitness Anywhere as a Master Trainer. Neil's passion for the outdoors is like no other, don't be surprised if you seem him hanging from a TRX, on a tree near you.

Dr. Martin's commitment to fitness started back in 1978 when he joined the US Navy and shortly after successfully completed the Navy's SEAL Team training. Joe got his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, with a minor in Nutrition at Temple University, followed by a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine. Dr. Martin is international lecturer and a faculty member of Life Chiropractic College - West, where he has earned numerous awards for Faculty Doctor of the Year. As a Member of the Fitness Anywhere team, Dr. Martin works in a dual capacity. He is the Manager for Navy and Coast Guard Sales, with the TRX Force Training System, as well as a Certified Functional, Suspension Training Instructor (recognized by ACE, NSCM, and NASM). Armed with a quiver of clever one-liners, Joe can make your abs hurt more than the suspended crunch.

Renae McCloud has been in the fitness industry over 20 years. Since 1985, Renae has expanded her knowledge and experience by becoming a Certified ACE Instructor, Licensed Massage Therapist, ACSM Certified Trainer, Pilates Instructor, and most recently a TRX Trainer. Three years ago Renae opened a personal training and massage studio. In 2006, she introduced the TRX to her fitness clients; they love it! Renae is available for TRX Training in the Pacific Northwest.

Chris has been in the health, fitness and athletic industry since 1988, working as an educator, trainer, manager and coach. As the former Director of Education and faculty member for one of the largest health club chains in the US, Chris has been instrumental in the educational development of thousands of fitness professionals. Residing in New York City, Chris continues his contributions to the growth of the fitness industry as an educator, trainer and consultant for fitness consumers and businesses. He develops his own continuing education workshops and also serves as an instructor for the Functional Movement Screen (Gray Cook), TRX Suspension Training (Fitness Anywhere) and Human Sport Functional Training (Star Trac). Chris acquired his Master's degree in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania and his Bachelor's degree in Health Education from Western Connecticut State University. He also possesses certifications from ACE, ACSM, NASM and NSCA.

Jonathan Ross is the 2006 ACE Personal Trainer of the Year, Exercise TV's "Best Personal Trainer," Discovery Health National Body Challenge Fitness Expert and one of Men's Journal Magazine's Top 100 Personal Trainers in America. He is owner of Aion Fitness, co-author of Family Fit Plan, and Personal Training Director at Sport Fit Total Fitness Club. His unique personal experiences help him create exercise strategies that deliver big results for his clients.

Mary Lou has a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies and Sports Medicine/Physical Therapy from Mount St. Mary's College in Los Angeles, California, where she had a full ride scholarship in Volleyball as a defensive specialist. She functioned as an understudy in several sports related research projects at the University of Southern California and Christian Heritage College in San Diego.

She was a practicing Physical Therapist in San Diego from 1996-99 before her passion for fitness drew her full time into the fitness industry. During this transition she worked as an Athletic Trainer with the UCLA Basketball team and USC Trojans baseball pitchers.

She has worked as a Group Fitness Manager for Pure Fitness and Frogs, General Manager for Pure Fitness, and Regional Pilates Consultant for Crunch Fitness. She has presented internationally in Canada, Spain, Mexico City, the UK, and Japan for Pilates, and EFI Sports MedicineÑGravity Group and Pilates education. She is fluent in English and Spanish.

She currently has certifications with ACE, AFAA, and NASM, and extensive experience teaching indoor cycling, Mat Pilates, Pilates Reformer, and BOSU ball training. She maintains a number of personal clients for sports conditioning and corrective/functional exercise.

Mary Lou Schell brings passion, commitment and a contagious positive attitude to any environment.

Well known personal trainer and fitness educator Bill Sonnemaker, MS is a spokesperson for IDEA Health and Fitness Association, NASM, and NSCA. He is the recipient of numerous awards including the 2007 IDEA International Personal Trainer of the Year Award and 2007 Pursuit of Excellence Award in Health and Fitness. Bill is the founder and CEO of Catalyst Fitness, Georgia's only fully accredited and medically recognized personal training and performance enhancement facility. He holds a MS in Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention. As a southern gentleman, he is always polite when he asks you to do another twenty TRX back rows (Yes Sir!)