Meet our trainers

Meet our Trainers

: Jeff Ray – Fitness Manager; Education: Jeff has a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis on Athletic Training/Clinical Exercise and a minor in Recreation from C.S.U. Hayward. He also has a certificate from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) as a Certified Personal Trainer-OPT; Experience: Personal Trainer since 2003, Fitness Director at Club One, Varsity Boy's Water Polo Coach at Liberty High School, Pool Manager at San Leandro Boy's and Girl's Club, Assistant Water Polo Coach at James Logan High School, Primary Athletic Trainer for C.S.U. Hayward Baseball team and Assistant Athletic Trainer at James Logan High School.; Philosophy: To maintain a good cardiovascular system and increase muscle development while striving for ideal body weight. Obtaining health and fitness through nutrition and functional exercise will help everyone perform at a higher level of effectiveness. Training that focuses on prevention of injury in conjunction with strength, stability and flexibility will assist in decreasing our bodies limitations.

: Jamaal; Education: Jamaal is pursuing his degree in American Studies at Cal Berkeley.; Experience: Jamaal Cherry is a native of Las Vegas, Nevada where as a high school athlete he was offered college scholarships in football, basketball, and baseball. On top of that he was highly ranked as an amateur boxer.
His achievements include:: • NCAA 4 year Letterman Football – Cal Berkeley; • All American Collegiate Boxer – Cal Berkeley; • Junior Olympic Golden Gloves Champion 1995; • 2002 Cal Football “Ken Harvey Award” winner. (Presented to the athlete showing special academic commitment.); • San Jose Saber Cat FB/LB; Cherry has a vast knowledge of weight and speed training, and is known amongst peers for his freakish athletic ability.; Philosophy: My training philosophy is simple; total physical and mental wellness. I strive to educate and motivate through challenging but fun programs of flexibility, strength and endurance training. No one wants to add more labor to a long work day. Instead of leaving the gym tired and drained. I want you to leave physically and mentally renewed.

: Sarah New – Personal Trainer; Education: Studied Athletic training at Oklahoma State University. 'IMPACT' certified as a volleyball coach. ACE Certified and Currently pursuing her education in Nursing.; Experience: Sarah has played school and club volleyball since the age of 11. In 2002 her Tulsa Volleyball Club earned the title of Junior Olympic National Champions in the 17-under division. She studied Athletic Training at Oklahoma State University and began coaching Jr. High, High School and club volleyball. She is currently coaching Volleyball for San Francisco Jr. Volleyball club and at University High School in San Francisco.; Philosophy: I believe working out & staying healthy leads to a longer, more productive and satisfying life. No goal is ever out of reach. The harder the goal, the more effort you put into it and the more exciting it is to reach it.

: Nathan Wantatah – Personal Trainer; Education: B.A. in biology. Certified trainer through NFPT.; Experience: Youth wrestling coach, power lifter and bodybuilder for 10+ years. High school, collegiate and professional sports trainer.; Philosophy: To a good mentor or partner. With that being said, I challenge you to get out of your comfort zone & reinforce the fact that fitness, like life, is 90% mental; it just takes time for the body to adapt.

: MICHAEL MARX – Personal Trainer with MSAC for over 5 years; Education: National Endurance Sports Trainers Assoc. (NESTA) & American Council on Exercise (ACE) trainer certifications.; Experience: I have been a personal trainer for over 12 years and a bodybuilder for over 17 years. My focus is on strength training with an emphasis on form, technique and content.; Philosophy: I particularly enjoy working with highly motivated individuals who want to improve the quality and outcome of their training – and I will kick your___ 5 days a week if you wish! I am not the kind of trainer who will stand and count reps for you. I will push you, motivate you and help you go beyond your current abilities. My goal is to inspire and educate my clients so that they see and feel their bodies changing.

: STEPHAN RICHARDSON – Personal Trainer with MSAC for over 3 years; Education: American Council of Exercise (ACE) & Health and Fitness Institute personal trainer certifications. Special cert. for the stability ball and Pilates matwork.; Experience: Personal trainer for over 3 years, with 30 years of training in martial arts, yoga and modern dance.; Philosophy: I favor a rounded, multi-disciplinary approach to training focusing on proper alignment, good for and technique, and a strong active core. My goal is to educate people to a better understanding of their body, promoting more effective changes. No one method works for each person, it’s important to find out what works for you, what gets you to the place you want to be. I’ve been described as “gentle…but tough”, a cross between Owen Wilson and Clint Eastwood. Two severe injuries in my youth convinced me of the benefits of fitness. I started with shaolin kungfu and yoga in the early 70’s, then 25 years of modern dance; now Tai Chi and Pilates in the millennium.

: AMY MCCARVER – Certified Personal Trainer with MSAC since 2005; Education: NASM & ACE certified personal trainer, B.A. Liberal Arts.; Philosophy: Exercise became a passion of mine after having 2 children several years ago. I found that making the time to improve, not only physically, but mentally, was a benefit to myself and to those around me. I wanted to share this passion with others so that they could also experience the many positive benefits of exercise, such as disease prevention, increased lean body mass, improved energy, decreased anxiety and stress reduction, and improved body image. I believe in teaching the mind and body to communicate properly, recruiting the proper muscles at the proper time. My approach includes utilizing a controlled but unstable environment that challenges the body’s core and balance systems.My favorite part of my job is witnessing the positive life changes made by the people I see each day. It is the interaction with others that makes by job exciting and rewarding.

: JARED MOODY- Certified Personal Trainer; Education: NCSF Certified Personal Trainer, EMT Certified, Grout PT instructor while in the US Coast Guard.; Experience: 6 years active duty in the US Coast Guard participating in numerous physical training methods. 8 years boxing training and a lifetime of working out for strength and power.; Philosophy: Our limitations are only as great as we percieve. Perseverance, discipline and dedication are just a few qualities I incorporate into my training. You deserve the best health possible and a body you can be proud of. I can create a program fit for you and motivate you every step of the way. I will make sure you give yourself 110% every time you train. This will not be easy, but you will see the results you have been waiting for; when you’re ready I’ll be waiting.
Fitness is as much of my life as eating and sleeping. I can honestly say that being in top physical shape has saved my life.

: SHARI JONES - Personal Trainer. Pilates Instructor; Education: Exercise & Aerobics Cert.-1989 (ACSM), Fitness Instructor Cert.-1993 (ACSM), Certified Personal Trainer -1992 (IDEA). Cerfitied Yoga Instructor since 1983, Dunham Dance Technique, McKinnon Institute of Massage Therapy 2001-2004 in Swedish, Sports and Thai massage. Pilates Teacher training with Ellie Herman and Pilates Mat certification.; Experience: Competitive swimmer at age 6, turning to track in high school. Participant in various 12 K’s within the Bay Area. PT at Gold’s Gym, World Gym, The San Francisco Tennis Club, and Pinnacle Fitness. In the east bay @ Harbor Bay Club and MSAC. From 2004-2007 helped create and equip an onsite training facility for the employees of TBS Couriers in Oakland and held the position of Personal Trainer for the CEO/Owner.; Philosophy: “There are no shortcuts”, -end of story.

: YVONNE FAUCHER – RN, MS, Personal Trainer; Education: B.S. Nursing, U. of Arizona; M.S.Oncology Nursing U. of Ca. San Francisco. Ace certified personal trainer.; Experience: Over 20 years experience of caring for patients with chronic illness. Assistance with management of the symptoms of their diseases. Lifetime of activity including track, volleyball, dance and gymnastics. Currently pursuing aerobics, running and strength training. Participant in amateur body building and marathons.; Philosophy: My passion is to help you better understand your body, become stronger both physically and mentally, and ultimately be better prepared for the aging process. After learning and growing with people who were dealing with life and death issues, I believe all of us will need to manage, as we age, changes in our bodies that can be tempered and be made more comfortable through exercise and good nutrition. I believe we all need support in being committed to these lifetime goals. I am here to work with you; to motivate and encourage the habit of exercise at whatever age you are ready to begin. I enjoy helping you, so just ask!

: BIRGITTE JUHL ROHRBACH - Certified Personal Trainer & Group exercise instructor; Education: Health & Fitness Institute and NASM personal training certificates.; Philosophy: Exercise has always been a very important part of my life. It is what makes me feel good, and I really enjoy motivating others and making it fun. With a background in dance and gymnastics in my native country Denmark, I incorporate knowledge and experience into my work with fitness. I really enjoy working with groups, as well as with an individual who wants encouragements and guidance in developing a workout program and a healthy lifestyle.