Personal Training
Get one-on-one support from a certified YMCA personal trainer who can help you build strength, improve fitness, stay accountable and create a sustainable plan that fits your life. YMCA of the Triangle offers personal training at local branches across Raleigh, Durham, Cary and surrounding Triangle communities.
Our Personal Training Approach
YMCA Personal Training is a comprehensive, client-centered experience incorporating physical fitness, nutrition, mental wellness, sleep and recovery.
Personal Training
Personal training can be purchased by the session or through a monthly, auto-renew subscription.
You're busy. You need flexible, goal-driven training sessions that produce results.
YMCA personal trainers are educated, experienced professionals who can help any YMCA member, including working professionals, new moms, seniors, and triathletes.
Sessions
Purchase training sessions whenever you need them. These expire six months after purchase. Easy and flexible!
Subscriptions
Purchase personal training as a monthly subscription. You get a new set of sessions every month. Sessions expire each month. Best for members who can train every week.
Partner Sessions
Join a friend and train together with partner sessions. Each member must purchase.
Personal Training Forms
Before the YMCA schedules your first session, all new clients must complete a series of forms.
Before your first Personal Training session, be sure to complete your Personal Training forms.
The fastest way is to use the personalized link in your receipt email.
If you don't have access to your receipt/confirmation email, you can also access these forms using the link below.
Evolt 360 Scanning
Every personal training client has access to Evolt 360 body composition analysis with the purchase of four or more personal training sessions.
Evolt provides detailed body data through more than 40 measurements in just 60 seconds.
The Evolt body scanner works by passing a safe electrical current through the feet and hands to measure muscle, fat, water and minerals specific to each person. This lets trainers design a health and wellness program tailored to each person.
How Personal Training Works at the YMCA
We've moved beyond traditional training sessions and focus on a multi-dimensional, whole-person approach.
1: Getting Started
Sessions begin with a consultation and assessment to create your personalized plan. This includes a session schedule and a clear accountability plan. We will help you connect your goals to results.
2: Planning & Accountability
Personal Training accountability plans include Evolt 360 body composition analysis. This provides detailed body data through more than 40 measurements in just 60 seconds. Trainers will explain key metrics, focus on the data most relevant to your goals and help you develop personalized action steps and strategies.
3: Training
Let's go! Whether you want to get stronger, lose weight or achieve other goals, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
4: Connect to YMCA Resources
Your Personal Trainer will also connect you to resources that support your wellness journey, including small-group training, group fitness classes, nutrition resources and Y Health programs.
5: Follow Up & Next Steps
We recommend Evolt 360 scans every 6–8 weeks. As your Personal Trainer reviews your data, they’ll adjust your plan as needed and keep you accountable—encouraging and celebrating your progress along the way!
Personal Training FAQs
Cost Per Session
30 minutes: $40
45 minutes: $50
60 minutes: $65
Cost Per Session, Partner Training
60 minutes: $40, per person
With 30-, 45-, or 60-minute sessions available in 2-, 4-, 8-, and 12-session packages, you'll find a plan that fits your budget and lifestyle. Sessions expire six months after purchase.
Cost Per Session
30 minutes: $35
45 minutes: $45
60 minutes: $55
With 30-, 45-, or 60-minute sessions available in 2-, 4-, 8-, and 12-session subscriptions, you'll find a plan that fits your budget and lifestyle.
As a subscription member, you'll receive a new "set" of sessions each month on the first day of your billing cycle (chosen during registration). Your sessions will expire on the last day of your billing cycle.
Once you purchase a session of Personal Training, a YMCA staff member will connect you with a trainer who matches your goals, preferences and needs. You can also request a specific trainer in your Personal Training Packet, provided through the link in your purchase receipt.
YMCA personal trainers also teach group fitness classes, or you may see them working with clients on the wellness floor.
Yes, YMCA personal trainers work with beginners. In fact, YMCA personal trainers work with people at every stage of their fitness journey. From working on functional fitness moves to intense training for a triathlon, there's a YMCA personal trainer ready to work with you wherever you are.
Personal training is available to all YMCA members ages 11 and older.
YMCA personal training includes a whole-person focus, regular assessments to track progress and improvement, nutrition guidance, a personalized program and an individual who stays with you to sustain and motivate you along the way. Our convenient 30-, 45-, or 60-minute sessions make it easy to fit personal training into your schedule.
Subscription sessions expire at the end of your individual monthly billing cycle, and new ones are added.
Packages expire 6 months from the purchase date.
Personal Training Benefits
Accountability, support, expert guidance and knowledge are some of the benefits of using a YMCA personal trainer.
Accountability
When you work with a trainer, you're accountable to the trainer and yourself. Need one more reason to head to the gym? Your trainer is waiting with a workout designed just for you.
Measurable Gains
When you work one-on-one with a personal trainer, they will measure your progress through fitness assessments and flexibility and motion gains.
Support
YMCA personal trainers are here to support your goals and achievements. That support network makes a big difference in your progress and results.
Personal Training Policies
Additional FAQs and policies specific to Personal Training can be found on our YMCA FAQs and Policies page.