Howland Place Fitness Center in New Bedford, Massachusetts

 

 

Meet the Trainers
Howland Place Fitness Center

Jodi Garie - Master Trainer
Personal Trainers

Nickname: Jodi

Education:
Bachelor of Science from Bridgewater State College - Exercise Science
TPI CGFI - Titleist Performance Institute Certified Golf Fitness Instructor
AAAI/ISMA Certified Personal Trainer
Advanced Body Bar Certification Strength Conditioning & Weight Training Consultant Certified

Specialties: 20+ years of professional health and fitness background as an Exercise Physiologist Rehabilitative Spine Care Specialist, Orthopedic Injury Care and Prevention Golf Fitness Instructor - Certified by Titleist Performance Institute Specializing in Core - Training

Availability: Monday - Sunday, Anytime (based upon individuals needs)

Jodi’s professional health and fitness career has been devoted to the training, education and development of other professionals while inspiring them to make healthy choices and decreasing risk factors. Jodi uses a functional training approach- almost always engages the core. She feels that this is the most important area relative to overall conditioning to any sport or physical activity.

Benefits to Working With Jodi as a Personal Trainer: “ One on one coaching is the most effective approach toward helping individuals to see change by creating an action plan specific to their needs, reach measurable goals, overcome obstacles and by obtaining physical improvements for healthy lifestyles.”

 

 

Cedric Carvalho - Elite Trainer
Personal Trainers

Nickname: Cedric

Education:
Bachelors Degree in Exercise & Sports Science

Specialties: Working with Men, Women, and children of all ages- especially high school and college athletes.

Availability: Monday - Sunday, Anytime
(based upon individuals needs)

Cedric grew up playing sports and has learned that through hard work, discipline, and dedication anything is possible and that you can achieve your goals. Based on his experience in the Exercise Science Profession, he hopes to further educate his client’s on the importance of strength and conditioning, along with maintaining healthy nutrition.

Benefits to Working with Cedric as a Personal Trainer: Sharing his knowledge of proper lifting techniques, stretching, and basic biomechanics. Cedric includes the use of Olympic lifts, kettle balls, free weights and plyometrics with his program design. Most importantly he uses the proper standards and safety regulations of the NSCA when training his clients and athletes.

 

 

Julie Fostin - Professional Trainer

Dartmouth gym

Nick Name:
Jul

Certifications:
AFAA Primary Group Exercise Certified/Re-certification 2009
AFAA Personal Trainer 2009
CPR/AED Certified 2009

Workshops that you may have taken to continue your educations and expertise:
Exercise ETC Workshops: Stretch Yourself Strong, New School of Strength Training, Boot Camp Workout Drills, Integrating Diet, Exercise & Lifestyle Change, Exercise & Chronic Orthopedic Concerns, Women, Exercise & Metabolism, Surprising Strength Training Variations, Essentials of Elastic Tubing.

Client (in club) References:
Flavian LaFleur, Elizabeth O’Brien, Devin DaSilva, Ine Ogagen, Linda Lima

Group X Classes being taught and/or Specialty Training Programs:
Amph’d Abs, Ultimate Sculpt, Mixer, Cycling, Spin & Sculpt, and Cardio Kickboxing.

Testimonials: Flavian La Fleur

Motivational quote:
“Consistency in diet and exercise is the key to fitness success!”

 

 

 

Lawrence Bigos - Professional Trainer
Personal Fitness Trainers

Bio:
Nickname: Larry

Education:
Certified for 15 years Personal Training, American Council on Exercise 25 years fitness experience
Self-employed business, “Health in Motion”, currently celebrating 10 years

Specialties: Working with Elderly – Council on Aging/Nonquitt. Specializing in Strength and Flexibility. Developing on-site Health Programs for area companies.

Availability: Monday - Sunday, Anytime (based upon individuals needs)

Larry believes that the first and most important aspect/benefit of personal training is the attention to safety, with second being the ability to keep his client focused on achieving their goals. Larry also believes strongly in staying current with the advances and developments within the fitness Industry. He does this by taking seminars, workshops as well as reading applicable literature.

 

 

Dawn Marie Cetrone - Professional Trainer
Personal Trainers

Bio:
Nickname: Dawn

Education:
Bachelors Degree in Business Communications: Human Resources
ACE Personal Trainer Certified
AKAA Primary Group Exercise Certified
CPR/AED Certified
10 years combined experience personal training /teaching group exercise

Specialties: Beginners, seniors, pre/post natal, core & flexibility training, general nutrition

Availability: Monday - Sunday, Anytime (based upon individuals needs)

Dawn is big on motivating her clients. She has a true passion for fitness. She realizes how hard it is to squeeze in even 1 hour a day to work out in today’s hustle and bustle world. However, the payoff of is an incredible way to improve your body as well as your mind. She likes to make each session challenging, yet fun (exercise can be enjoyable!). Everything in moderation and always try to make a little time for exercise!

Benefits of Working with Dawn as a Personal Trainer: provides you with coaching, motivation and that little push when you need it. The type of training all depends on the client’s needs. It’s wonderful to have someone to work out with who is focused on you and your needs.

Workshops that you may have taken to continue your education and expertise: Fitness Trends 2009: Secrets of Strength and Conditioning, Exercise for Special Populations: Exercise and Chronic Orthopedic Concerns, Surprising Strength Training Variations, Boot Camp Workout Drills, Designing Cardio Programs: High Intensity Interval Training implementing Weight Management Programs: How to Look Better on the Beach, New School Strength Training, Integrating Diet, Exercise and Lifestyle Change.
AFAA Taste of Zumba Home study

 

 

Erica Morency - Professional Trainer
Personal Trainers

Bio:
Nickname: Erica

Education:
ISSA Certified
Infant, Child, & Adult C.P.R. & First Aid Certified

Specialties:
Experience in body building, power lifting and figure competitions

Availability: Monday - Sunday, Anytime (based upon individuals needs)

Erica believes proper training and nutrition have changed her life and she will never go back. Erica began aerobic and weight training about 10 years ago. Before becoming involved in her current fitness lifestyle she was overweight because of poor choices concerning diet & exercise. She is a versatile athlete who has excelled in both figure and fitness competitions. Today Erica’s true passion is helping people make the right choices to achieve a healthier lifestyle. She has the ability to adapt her training sessions to challenge the beginner or motivate her most advanced clients to reach their goals.

Benefits to Working with Erica as a Personal Trainer: “No short cuts and everything in moderation have been my keys to success. They can be yours too!”

 

 

 


Jeff Costa

Jeff Costa

Education:
Boston University, magna cum laude, 1992

Certifications:
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, 1993 – present
American Heart Association, 1992 - 2011

Specialty Certifications:
Continuing Education Provider for Reebok University, Global Fitness Specialist for Jukari Fit to Fly suspension training program by Cirque du Soleil, Creator and Certification Specialist for Cardio Striptease, Master Trainer for the Nike Rockstar Workout, Master Trainer for Katami Bar, TRX Certified Instructor, Instructor Affiliate for Platinum Stages Pole Dancing.

Client (in club) References:
Dawn Nunes, Bob Andrews, Jonathan Alves

Group X Classes being taught and/or Specialty Training Programs:
The Hollywood Workout, Pole Dancing Fitness, Pole Dancing Birthday and Bachelorette Parties
One-on-one Personal Training, Isagenix Nutritional Coaching

Testimonials:
I’ve lost 7 pounds, I have a lot more energy, I wake up feeling rejuvenated and my body feels healthier. Jeff Costa has the passion and the knowledge to inspire and work with you in helping you achieve a better lifestyle. –Antonio Martinho, client

Jeff has helped me realize an exponential increase in my energy level, stamina, and mental focus while also helping me to shed the 30 pounds that I had accumulated over the last 5 years.  I have come to appreciate how blessed I am to have access to the knowledge, instruction, and support of my trainer Jeff Costa.  –Bob Andrews, client

Motivational quote:
“Eat well, sleep well, and exercise because we don’t have roots in the ground.”
- Rosalina Grace, Jeff’s 92 year old Grandmother

 

 

 

 

 

fitness center, dartmouthName: James Simmons

Nick Name: James

Certifications:
International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)
Infant, Child & Adult CPR & AED Certified

Specialties:
Specializing in functional circuit training (Crossfit), multi-sport & endurance training as well as mixed martial arts strength and conditioning. James is an avid runner & competitive in multisport racing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Available:
Monday - Sunday, 5am - 9 pm

Client (in club) References:
Ken Sylvia, Betty Medeiros

Benefits of working with James:
Workouts and nutritional plans tailored to his client's needs. Increase your muscular strength & endurance, cardio and flexibility in your training sessions whether you're a beginner or competitive athlete. Functional training for real world practical use and overall health.

Motivational quote:
" If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Set goals for yourself. A goal is just an idea you will put aside until you write it down, make it real and visualize it every day."

 

 

 

 

Master Personal Fitness Trainer

• Holds both a bachelor’s/masters degree in a fitness related field and current certification/certificate by an accredited organization, he/she must have at least 5 years or more experience working as personal fitness trainer.

Elite Personal Fitness Trainer

• Holds a bachelor’s degree and a current certification/certificate by an accredited organization, he/she has had at least 3 years experience working as a personal fitness trainer.

Professional Personal Fitness Trainer

• Holds a current recognized certification/certificate by an accredited organization OR has a bachelor’s degree without a certification in a fitness related field, or is a certified athletic trainer.

 

Back to Top