Personal Training in Statesboro

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One-on-One Support

Get high-quality, individualized training for any fitness level through Personal Training at Campus Recreation & Intramurals. Connect with certified Professional Trainers from The RAC’s Fitness staff to work through a tailor-made program that helps you achieve your fitness goals. From sports preparation, injury recovery, weight management and more, Personal Training can do the heavy lifting.

Personal Training is available to all CRI Members regardless of age, experience or skill.

Getting Started

Personal Trainers can help you with any fitness goals, and it’s easy to get started with a Personal Training program built just for you.

  • Complete the Personal Training interest form. Soon after completing the form, one of our Fitness team members will reach out to you. It may take us a few business days to connect with you as we determine best Personal Trainer for you based on their availability and your information.
  • Meet your Personal Trainer. Based on the information you provide in this form, we’ll pair you up with a Personal Trainer best suited for you. Your Personal Trainer will reach out to schedule a meeting where you’ll decide how many Personal Training sessions you’d like.
  • Get your Personal Training Package. Visit the Member Services desk at the RAC or the ARC (depending on your campus) to purchase your Personal Training package. You’ll need your receipt at your next Personal Training session, and payment must be received before your Personal Training program can begin.

Meet Our Personal Trainers

The Personal Trainers in CRI’s Fitness program are certified through bodies such as the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) to assess your fitness goals and design and implement custom programs matched to your needs.

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Tiya Lester

I did track and flag football in school, and I fell in love with working out. Sports helped me stay disciplined. In college, I’ve faced a lot of challenges, and working out became my escape – it clears my mind and keeps me grounded. Personal training isn’t just a job for me. It’s my peace! I am an IFTA Certified Personal Trainer.

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Luke Lytle

I am a trainer because the power of living a healthy lifestyle and working out dramatically helped me when I was struggling with my mental health. I want to provide a similar experience for others and enable them to focus on their most valuable commodity: their health! I am an IFTA Certified Personal Trainer.

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Carson Cox

I want to help others see why working out and personal fitness is important and spread my love of fitness.  I am an IFTA Certified Personal Trainer.

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Cadence Cott

I am a trainer because I love working out, and the gym has always been a safe place for me. I hope to help other people feel more comfortable and confident in the gym! I am a FiTour Advanced Personal Trainer.

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William Jennings

My parents have worked out and lived a very active lifestyle. They helped me grasp the ropes of working out and helped change my body since I was a larger kid. At the start of my 6-year journey, I hated working out. But the feeling of improving your body and gaining confidence is something you can’t beat. That gave me reason for loving working out; I want to help others achieve that feeling. I hope my clients achieve confidence in their own ability, have the courage to workout independently, and build the dedication needed to stick to it. I enjoy golfing with friends, playing video games, working out, and watching TV and movies. Recently, I have been trying to get better at cooking, and I have taken a liking to that as well.

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Virginia Meritt

My journey into personal training was greatly influenced by my dad, who instilled in me the importance of strength, health, and resilience in every aspect of life. Him showing the power of fitness inspired me to embrace it, and I’ve cherished every moment since. Now, my passion lies in guiding others to experience the same empowerment, helping them discover their own strength and capabilities. When clients train with me, my ultimate goal is for them to not only reach their own fitness goals but also to create a deeper sense of confidence and courage. I want them to feel empowered, knowing they can conquer challenges both in and out of the gym. My hobbies include running, playing the tuba, reading, and going on adventures!

Exercise Behavioral Consulting

In collaboration with the Georgia Southern Sport and Exercise Psychology Graduate Program, Exercise Behavioral Consulting is offered free for Personal Training clients at CRI. This program is offered by Advanced Sport and Exercise Psychology students trained in behavior change, and is completely free and confidential.

With theory and research-based behavioral strategies, our trained consultants design an individualized plan to help you reach your fitness goals. You can meet with your Exercise Behavioral Consultant as frequently as you like, separate from your Personal Training sessions. Your Personal Trainer and your Exercise Behavioral Consultant can collaborate to ensure that you are receiving a comprehensive wellness service, working to strengthen both your mind and your body.

If you are interested in enrolling in this program, ask your Personal Trainer or CRI’s Fitness staff for more information.

Meet Theo Sission

Theo Sission, Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology Research Assistant and Physical Activity Lifestyle Program Graduate Teaching Assistant

About Me: I am very passionate about helping people build a holistic and healthy relationship with movement and exercise. I started my career as a Behavioral Health Technician in the Navy, where I supported service members in high‑stress environments and saw firsthand how mindset, habits, and support can change a person’s life. Whether your goals may be getting back into a routine, lifting with more confidence, or simply feeling better in your own skin, we’ll work together to create small and realistic changes that fit your life. I’m here to listen, be a catalyst, and help you turn intentions into sustainable action one session at a time.

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Session Packages

All CRI members are eligible to receive Personal Training. Complete the Client Interest Form, and our team will match you with a personal trainer based on availability, goals and preferred training modules.

All Session Packages include a Fitness Assessment and consultation. Each session is one hour in length.

Session PackageStudent PricingFaculty/Staff Pricing
1 Session$40$50
3 Sessions$80$100
5 Sessions$150 ($30/session)$175 ($35/session)
12 Sessions$300 ($25/session)$360 ($30/session)
20 Sessions$400 ($20/session)$500 ($25/session)
12 Sessions (2 people)$360 ($180/person, $30/session)$420 ($210/person, $35/session)
20 Sessions (2 people)$500 ($250/person, $25/session)$600 ($300/person, $30/session)

Payment must be made with Member Services prior to the first training session. Only full packages can be refunded. Partial packages that have already begun will not be refunded, and any remaining sessions after your cessation from the program will be forfeited at the completion of the semester.

Sessions cannot be traded or given to other clients at any point of the session package.

Personal Trainers are required to adhere to HIPAA guidelines to protect any vital health information given. Information shall not be discussed with anyone other than your assigned personal trainer and the Fitness Program Director.

All information regarding your program and progress will be kept confidential and remain in our client files for three years following the cessation of your participation in the Personal Training program. At the completion of every semester and/or at the cessation of your involvement with the personal training program, you will have the opportunity to evaluate your trainer on a number of areas. Client feedback is always accepted and recommended.

Sign Up for Personal Training

Fill out our interest form to get your Personal Training journey started. When you submit your application, we’ll match you with a personal trainer and get started.