Among the many ways – classes, gym workouts, personal trainers – it offers to help members stay fit, the Simon Family JCC is adding another alternative: virtual personal training. In this option, participants and trainers work remotely via a digital platform, allowing clients to exercise from anywhere, receive personalized workout plans, and track progress.
The idea of this personal training method evolved organically during COVID. “We were forced to train virtually since we couldn’t meet in person,” says Tom Purcell, wellness director at the Simon Family JCC. “After COVID, some clients returned to in-person training at the JCC, while others have maintained their online workouts.”
Purcell decided that since some people prefer to exercise at home, it made sense to advertise the virtual option to the entire JCC membership.
“The beauty of virtual training is we can train you with or without gym equipment,” Purcell adds. A free, initial virtual consultation allows the trainer to evaluate a client’s physical health through a conversation and simple exercises, such as wall push-ups, to determe a person’s physical capabilities.
Individual training starts at $40 for a 30-minute session; multi-session packages are available, along with the Buddy-Up Program where two clients train with one trainer. Non-member pricing is also available.
Five key benefits to virtual personal training include:
- Convenience: Clients can train from home, a gym, or anywhere with internet access.
- Digital platform: Trainers use the Simon Family JCC’s online platform to deliver workout plans, provide feedback, and record and track progress.
- Personalized training: Trainers create customized workout programs based on individual goals, fitness levels, and limitations.
- Video communication: Live video sessions allow for real-time coaching and form correction.
- Flexibility: Clients can schedule sessions at their convenience.
Purcell’s personal training clients include members who come to the JCC when in Tidewater, but who opt for virtual training when traveling. “We can train you anywhere – in your hotel room or a nearby gym. All you need is an iPad or laptop and an internet connection.”
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To learn more about virtual personal training from Jfit, contact Tom Purcell, Simon Family JCC wellness director, at tpurcell@ujft.org or 757-321-2310.