Personal Training
Kickstart your fitness journey in 2024 with our January personal training sale! Buy four sessions and get an extra one free. Plus, invite a friend, and score a half session! After purchase, our staff will add the free sessions to your account.
Meet with a personal trainer privately at your convenience, in person or online. Your trainer will create a progressive exercise program that meets your interests and goals. Packages include an initial consultation and fitness assessment in addition to the number of sessions you choose.
Please note the following:
- Trainers will wait 15 minutes for you to arrive, after which your session will be lost.
- Sessions that start late will end at the originally scheduled time.
- Packages expire one year from the date of purchase.
For more information, contact us at recreation@niu.edu or fill out our interest form.
Registration
Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express are accepted, or pay with cash/check in person at the Rec Center. Payment plans are available upon request.
After we receive your payment and paperwork, a trainer will contact you within one week.
Pricing
Choose the number of one-hour or 30-minute sessions that meets your needs. You can purchase a fitness assessment separately, if desired.
One-hour Sessions
| Package | Students | Members | Non-members |
|---|---|---|---|
| One session | $32 | $38 | $45 |
| Four sessions | $116 | $139 | $164 |
| Eight sessions | $224 | $268 | $296 |
| 16 sessions | $400 | $480 | $560 |
| 24 sessions | $576 | $691 | $792 |
| 36 sessions | $828 | $993 | $1,116 |
| Fitness assessment | $10 | $12 | $14 |
| Virtual training (four sessions, including one check-in with trainer) | $50 | $75 | $85 |
30-minute Sessions
| Package | Students | Members | Non-members |
|---|---|---|---|
| One session | $20 | $24 | $28 |
| Four sessions | $72 | $86 | $103 |
| Eight sessions | $140 | $168 | $185 |
| 16 sessions | $250 | $300 | $350 |
| 24 sessions | $360 | $432 | $495 |
| 36 sessions | $510 | $622 | $698 |
Refunds
To request a refund, contact recreation@niu.edu. Refunds are not given for missed appointments or cancellations/reschedules made less than 12 hours in advance.
You must provide written physician documentation for a refund due to a medical condition. If approved, refunds will be processed within four business days. You remain responsible for the cost of sessions conducted before the medical situation occurred.
If requesting a refund for reasons other than a medical condition, you must provide a written explanation along with your request. You’ll be notified of a decision within five business days.
Our Trainers
Our personal trainers have worked with clients in health/fitness clubs, YMCAs and community recreation programs, as well as through classroom experiences. They’re certified through a national organization and hold certifications in CPR/AED, bloodborne pathogens and first aid.
Christian Paolo Eslava
- Major: B.S. Sports Science
- Masters: Working towards M.S. Athletic Training
- Certifications: NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Specialties: high performance, intro to exercise, weightlifting, weight management and injury reduction
Shannon Izzo
- Major: Working towards B.A. in Kinesiology
- Specialties: strength and conditioning, resistance training
Katerina Ganczewski
- Major: Working towards B.A. in Kinesiology
- Specialties: strength and conditioning, resistance training and senior fitness
Lucas Milan
- Major: B.A. Kinesiology
- Graduate Level: Pursuing Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Certifications: NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
- Specialties: strength and conditioning, corrective exercise, stretching and flexibility
Karolina Ryczek
- Major: B.A. Physical Education
- Masters: Pursuing M.S. in Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Specialties: group fitness and small group training
Henriette Halwas
- Major: Kinesiology
- Specialties: high-intensity interval, olympic lift, track and field, stretching
Become a Trainer
Join our team! You must be pursuing a degree in exercise science or a related health field, or hold (or be working toward) personal training certification from an accredited organization.
To apply, send your resume to recreation@niu.edu.