Meet The Fitness 1 Personal Trainers

Chris and Natasha Williams-Thompson

Untamed Fitness & INBF Phoenician Classic

Chris Thompson is a Graduate from Arizona State University with his degree in Kinesiology (The study of the Human body in motion). Chris has 15 solid years of experience instructing individuals with group training, nutritional health, extreme weight loss and post-rehab training.

Natasha Williams-Thompson is a current WNBF natural pro women’s bodybuilder and formerly nationally ranked natural powerlifter with 8 years of experience instructing individuals with group training, nutritional health, extreme weight loss, contest prep, and contest posing.

Reaching your paradise will seem HARD

It’s also HARD living with your current mindset and body

 

 

Kathy Cole

“Killer Cole Creations”

Kathy Cole is A.C.E. certified and has over 40 years experience in the health and fitness industry.

* Kathy has been affiliated with Fitness 1 Gym since 2008.

* Kathy has experience training new clients from the beginner level through advanced levels of competition prep for fitness competitions.

* Kathy’s competitive Bodybuilding career; she won the Ms. Phoenix in 1986, Ms. Arizona Middle weight in 1987 and the Japanese Invitational winner in 1988 and she also earned her IFBB Pro Card.

Mission Statement

I take pride in helping clients adopt a healthy lifestyle by incorporating science based nutrition; safe and effective weight training and functional skills into their everyday lives.

Kenny “KJ” Holman

I am a NASM (National Academy Sports Medicine) certified personal trainer. 

Experienced Sports Performance Trainer (Physical Fusion) and fitness manager (Eos Fitness). 

 I’ve been in the health and fitness industry for 8 years.  

I help my clients, whether they are experienced or brand-new exercisers, improve their overall health and fitness so they can look and feel their best. 

Skilled in weight training, boxing, nutrition, strength training, and assisted stretching.

Samaiyah Council

Education/Certifications

  •   B.S. Exercise Science & Kinesiology (Lafayette College May 2002)
  •   NASM PT Certified
  •   CPR/AED Certified
  •   Nutrition Specialist – AASDN ———————————————————— Areas of training specialty
    •   General Fitness (Fat loss/Muscle again)
    •   Nutritional coaching
    •   Sports specific training
    •   Bodybuilding/ Figure competition Posing
    •   Strength & Conditioning
    •   Group & Couples Training ————————————————————- Who is Motivated Maya?

    

Professional Women’s Physique Athlete
Ex-semi Professional Women’s Basketball player 10x half-marathon finisher
2x full marathon finisher
Elite Spartan Finisher

Although I was a high level
At the age of 16, I finally noticed that I was built differently than the other athletes & considered how much better

athlete in high school I was also over weight as a teenager. of an athlete I could be if I were in better shape aka lost weight & became stronger.

Thus, I hired my first Personal Trainer at the age of 16 and continued to work with her throughout my collegiate career. Working with a trainer elevated my sports performance, improved my quality of life and elevated my self- confidence as an adolescent & young adult. Working with a trainer changed my life & inspired me to become a trainer so I could change the lives of others just as my trainer did for me.

Camie Beaubien

Camie’s Addiction Fitness

Education:

  • University of Arizona, B.A.

Certifications:

  • Personal Trainer (CPT) Nasm
  • Specialist in Corrective Exercise (CES), NASM
  • Specialist in Senior Fitness (SFS), NASM
  • Neuromuscular Stretching, NASM
  • Group Exercise AFAA
  • Silver Snearker Instructor
  • CPR/AED

For the last 10 years, my focus has been in lifestyle training, with an emphasis on balancing the body through Corrective Exercise.  I have extensive experience with Special Populations including Seniors, Post-Surgical Rehab (joint replacement) and Parkinson’s patients…in addition to my regular clientele.  I am dedicated to helping my clients and friends live their best lives!

Jessica Martin

JM FITNESS
WPD IFBB PRO

CPT – PREP & POSING – NUTRITION – USPA POWERLIFTING

Over the last 8 years I have continually immerse myself in various fields of competitive sports so that I may not only learn different techniques that I could apply to my clients, but to challenge myself both mentally and physically.

I believe what makes a great coach is someone who not only loves what they teach, but fully understands what their clients will go through from start to finish in order for them to reach their fullest potential. By actively competing in the sports I love myself (bodybuilding & powerlifting) , and furthering my education, I have created many skills to help further my clients goals.

My area’s of expertise

Bodybuilding Prep
Posing Coach (all except bikini)
Powerlifting

I also really enjoy getting down and dirty and pushing myself and leading others in OCR events, Endurance events (including 12-36 hour events) Ragnar Team Trail Running & Go-Ruck.

I offer 1-on-1 & 2-on-1 training. I specialize in physique transformation and strength training. Regardless of whether that’s to step on a bodybuilding stage, compete at a Powerlifting meet, create the body you’ve always wanted, or to become a healthier and happier version of yourself, I can help.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joel Banfield

 

A longtime fixture in Arizona track and field, Joel Banfield joined the Puma Track & Field program as an assistant coach for sprints & high jump in fall 2022.

A decorated runner himself, Banfield brings 20+ years of coaching experience to the Pumas and will use that experience and knowledge to guide student-athletes to success on and off the field. He brings his philosophy, “education through sport and human growth through experience” and coaching style to the program.

Banfield has been a long-time track & field coach in AZ including: Arizona Puma (2002-Present); Moon Valley High School assistant, high jump (2005-2007); Ironwood High School assistant, sprints (2007-2016); Ironwood High School head coach, boys (2016-Present); Glendale Community College assistant, sprints (2015-2017).

Banfield is the owner of Banfield Performance, LLC (since 2007) and his certifications include: ISSA CPT, ISSA S&C; Brookbush Institute – Human Movement Specialist; USATF Level 1; NFHS – Accredited Interscholastic Coach.

Having had great success at the high school level, Banfield’s coaching accomplishments include: 2006 Wells Fargo Region Coach of the Year; eight HS national qualifiers; 10 individual HS State Championships; eight individual HS runner-up finishers; 15 individual HS state runner-up finishers; eight individual HS district championships; 20+ collegiate student-athletes (all divisions); seven honorable student-athlete mentions.

Banfield and his fiancé, Leah Schaper, have two children Jazmin and Jayden and he has three step-children Jaylen, William and Jasmine.

Charles deTranaltes

 My love for fitness/sports began at an early age in grade school and continued into high school. I then embarked onto the wonderful sport of Powerlifting in my post collegiate years and have been competing since 1989.

It is this experience that led me to the path I am on now which is to provide Functional & Athletic Strength Development, General Physical Fitness, and Fat Loss programs to help achieve your fitness/health/conditioning goals.
I apply techniques that strength athletes utilize to general fitness. Functional strength training can can be used to strengthen areas stressed by physical labor as well as those seeking amatuer sport improvement. The general conditioning programs I offer rely on exercises that emphasis basic movement patterns and target major muscle groups while building endurance while targeting fat loss.

Pre-hab not re-hab! This area is addressed at the end of each session and targets specific joints with movements that improve injury resilience.

If you would like to have a discussion about your fitness goals and if I can be of service please reach out to me!

  • NSCA-CPT (certified through 2026)

  • Westside Barbell Special Strengths Coach

Devon Stephanian

DS Bodybuilding

one on one coaching

custom meal and workout plans

  • ï10+ years experience of powerlifting and bodybuilding.
  • ïCompeted in 4 NPC shows with 3 first place class wins. 
  • ï10 years of experience in one on one coaching providing customized meal and workout plans for competitors in NPC categories from bikini and wellness to men’s physique and classic physique.
  • ïWorked with both male and female clients to grow muscle and bulk up or lose weight and shred up whatever their goals may be.

ASA Barnes

Trainer/Powerlifting Coach

I first started competing at the age of 9. A local

AAU meet at Encanto Park in downtown

Phoenix. As youth, we were only allowed to do

Olympic lifts. That was 1973.

And so it began.

Fast forward a few decades and here we are. Still

competing. Still enjoying that thrill of the

platform. The goals are still the same. Be the

best I can be.

These days, I share my learned knowledge in strength and conditioning and

powerlifting. Through my online coaching or one on one, I share everything I’ve

learned with you. Decades of studying, reading and application at your fingertips.

Visit with me, and together we can devise a plan of attack to help you reach new

levels in your strength and conditioning goals.

● NASM CPT

● MULTI WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

● MULTI NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

● MULTI OLYMPIA POWERLIFTING CHAMPIONSHIPS

● NATIONAL AND WORLD RECORD HOLDER

● 20 YEARS COACHING EXPERIENCE

CONTACT INFO:

Preacherpower1@gmail.com

WWW.PREACHERPOWERLLC.COM

Cell 602 561 8670

IG: @asa_preacher_barnes

FB: Preacher Power Barbell Club

Gabriela Jimenez

Owner of Gabby Marie Fit LLC.

NASM CPT

Precision nutrition certified

CPR/AED certified

At the age of 18 I hired my first coach/trainer and my life was changed forever. I went from being overweight, unhealthy, chronically stressed and lacking confidence to feeling like I was unstoppable. I fell in love with health and fitness through my own journey and knew I wanted to help others feel the same.

I have been coaching for almost 4 years now and have helped hundreds of women transform physically and mentally. If you are looking to get stronger, gain confidence, feel sexy and have a healthier relationship with food I’d love to help. I currently offer 1:1 or small group sessions.

Contact:

Instagram: @coachgabbs

Fran Poloni

Special Strong

Special Strong provides science-based adaptive fitness and inclusive programs for children, adolescents, and adults with mental, physical and cognitive challenges. Our mission is to unlock the strength and confidence within the mind, body, and spirit of every individual impacted by mental, physical, and cognitive challenges in order to live a more independent and abundant life. Our certified personal trainers receive specialized training through Strong Education to work 1 on 1 or in group settings with the special needs population and other disabilities.

Fran and his team utilize their certifications, background in caregiving, and passion to serve to improve the lives of the individuals they train through Special Strong. Utilizing the CBSE training model, they focus heavily on functional training to improve core strength, balance, and flexibility. They implement movements during training that cross the midline and are performed from top to bottom to integrate brain stimulation for myelination, causing decreased reaction times for stimuli and increased neural transmissions. Special Strong creates customized training programs to meet the needs of each individual right where they are at to help them to unlock the STRONG within.

Mike Smith

Creator and owner of Smithpro Fitness, Mike Smith, started the company in 1986. It was his love and passion for bodybuilding that sparked the idea. He wanted a way to help others transform their bodies and help them to achieve a healthier lifestyle. At an early age Mike was always involved in sports. At the age of 13, his father bought him his first set of weights which sparked an interest in strength training. From there, at the age of 16, Mike joined Nautilus Gym, where he learned training theories by founder Arthur Jones.

Because of his experiences with Arthur, it lead Mike to meet Mike Mentzer, his mentor at age 22. Mentzer taught Mike productive exercise science, and the true meaning of logic and reason in training. In 2011, Mike and his wife moved to Los Angeles to pursue his ongoing quest to gain more experience and knowledge. Upon his arrival, he met some of the top dance agencies. From there he started to train dancers for tours for Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Justin Beiber, Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Pink; as well as Television (The Super Bowl, The Voice, X Factor, America’s Got Talent) and awards shows (Grammy’s, Emmy’s, The Oscars, Mtv Music Video Awards).

Mike has been influenced by some of the top bodybuilders, but has infused his own style to make faster and lasting results for everyone. Mike likes to call his training style “A to Z”, which means whatever your fitness goals are he can help! Whether it be strength training, bodybuilding, toning, weight loss, or functional fitness, Mike has the tools to help you reach your goals!

Lorraine Buhr

I’m from Canada but have lived here in phoenix since 2022. Back home I own a gym and personal training business called Forged Fitness. Since 2012, I’ve been helping clients with confidence in the gym, teaching proper use of equipment, proper form for the prevention of injury, special stretching to decrease back and knee pain, weight loss, muscle growth and toning, mind to muscle connection, exercises for the elderly, and balanced nutrition plans. I also worked with those that are recovering from knee and hip replacement surgery. I offer one on one training or small group available as well!

I’ve competed in women’s physique competitions several times in my province and surrounding provinces, earning 1st and 2nd place trophies. I have hired many top quality coaches including Shelby Starnes and Robin Strand and from this I’ve gained much knowledge and experience in the field.

My passion is for fitness and helping others achieve their health and fitness goals. I believe that you should have the right tools to get the most you can out of your gym time. Life is short and we all wish we had more time in a day.

Contact me today to get you on the fast track to your health and fitness goals!

602.619.3774

Lorrainewilltrain@gmail.com

Ali Aljanabi

 

NPC bodybuilding competitor

 

ISSA certified coach and nutritionist

 

Military experience 

 

I have the experience and ability to lead and train all clients with different levels no matter their age, shape or goals

 

Let me help you become healthier and get in shape

 

 

My name is Priscilla Estrada also known as Coach P,

I am a mother of two kids. I have been a personal trainer since 2020. I originally worked for Banner Health but after 6 1⁄2 years I decided to purse my career in Fitness.

I was athletic in school but after I had my kids, I never once did any type of physical exercises. Not until 2018. I didn’t know what to do nor how to work out. I did what I knew, and that was running. I had no given knowledge on weightlifting or any sense of how to use a weight.

I received my certification in Personal Training in 2019 and continued my journey ever sense. I am a bodybuilder competitor. I competed in Dennis James 2022 Women’s physique for the very first time. I won 1st in the novice class and 2nd in the open class c. It was the experience of a lifetime. That experience made me fall more in love with Fitness.

I want to help those looking to grow in every way I can. Whether it’s teaching about nutrition. Demonstrating how to work a muscle group. Helping mothers or expecting mothers to get strong. As well as being a guide for those looking to expand further in competition.

I have trained several women, men, teenagers and even coached a youth tackle football team. Training clients from Avondale, Glendale, Surprise, Laveen & even Buckeye. I am open to everyone.

Let me be the one to help you in your Health Journey

Grandmaster Tim Hope

  • –  9th Degree Black Belt

  • –  World Champion

  • –  World Master Hall of Fame

  • –  Inducted into Bruce Lee Hall of Honor – March 2019

Grand Master Hope has over 40 years experience in Martial Arts, teaching for over 35 of those years. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio,

He began his martial arts training at the age of 19, progressing quickly to Black Belt. He has trained under several instructors, including Grand Master Rick Moore, Steve

Spry and others.

Grand Master Hope takes pride in the development of his “Karate Kids” watching them progress every day and mature into responsible, self confident, respectful young adults.