Personal Training

Whether you are seeking a total body transformation or just want to take some steps towards better health and wellbeing, personal training sessions at Ellis Athletic Center can help guide you through your fitness journey. Our professional team of degreed and certified fitness specialists and personal trainers are the best in Delaware County. This team of fitness experts design programs that are fun, motivating, and get results!

1-on-1 Personal Training

Get fit with 1-on-1 training sessions! Our trainers will develop a personalized fitness program to help you achieve your specific goals. As they work with you individually, your workouts will improve and you’ll see results!

Small Group Training

If you want the benefits of a personal trainer but enjoy a small group environment, Ellis Athletic Center offers small group training with classes for up to eight participants. Contact our fitness team to arrange for small group training.

Youth Fitness Training

Our personal trainers will work with kids ages 9 and up to help them build endurance and develop coordination and balance. Our training programs are safe and can be tailored to the child’s specific sports and goals.  Participants can expect to use a variety of different equipment such as weights, bands, balls and other tools to get stronger and leaner.  Small group training options are available.

Schedule your free consultation with a personal trainer today!

Personal training session using ropes at Ellis Athletic Center

Meet Our Personal Trainers

Becca O'Donnell

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Certified Personal Trainer

Education:  B.S. in Physical Education from East Carolina University 

Certifications: T.R.X.

Training Philosophy: Do what works for you! Find what works for you, and make sure it’s something you enjoy! We are all different, and so are our workouts and dietary needs!

Fun Fact: My favorite things are the shore, snowboarding in Colorado, spending time with family and friends, and all Philly sports.

Cailyn Grandieri

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Certified Personal Trainer

Education: B.A. in Psychology and Italian Studies from Gettysburg College (go Bullets!)

Certifications:  Group Fitness and A.B.T. Certified Barre instructor

Training Philosophy: A house is only as good as its foundation. In other words, work that core.  😉

Fun Fact:  I am a mom of four, an avid animal lover, and a competitive equestrian until my 20’s.

Carol Elia

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ERYT500, ACE Certified Trainer/Instructor

Education:  Moore College of Art, Graduated Cum Laude BFA 1988; Yogalife Institute 200 hour and 500 hour teacher training.

Certifications:  ACE Certified Personal Trainer, ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Yoga Alliance 500 E-RYT/YACEP, Les Mills Core, Les Mills Body Pump; Johnny G Power Spin, Johnny G Spin, Silver Sneakers (all modalities); Concept II Rowing, Kettlebells, Barre Above, Aerial Yoga, Pre Natal Yoga, Yin Yoga.

Founder of BALANCED FITNESS (personal training incorporating the perfect balance of strength, cardio and flexibility training); Founder of PADDLEFIT! (paddleboarding fitness and flexibility) and LIFE LONG YOGA (chair based yoga program focused on flexibility, breathwork, mobility and balance)

Training Philosophy: A good balance means that place between not enough and too much! Your lifestyle should incorporate balance of the mind, body and spirit! Your workout should be a good balance of strength training, cardiovascular workouts, and flexibility work! And always remember rest is just as important as your workouts!

Fun Fact:  I love SCUBA DIVING in the warm waters of the Atlantic and Pacific! 

Joe Fischetti

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Certified Personal Trainer 

Education:  Bachelors in Exercise Science, Minor Nutrition

Certifications:  NFPT (National Federation of Professional Trainers)

Training Philosophy:  Never give up. Stay focused, stay positive, stay strong!

Fun Fact:  I lost 50 lbs including body fat from 7th grade going into 8th grade.

Justin DePermentier

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Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist, and Athletic Trainer 

Education:  Doctor of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Duquesne University

Certifications:  Functional Movement Screen Cert 

Training Philosophy:  My philosophy is simple, I work within the framework of what clients want to achieve using my clinical judgment and trained eye for movement. I am a big believer in teaching and training the five basic movement patterns of the body: squat, hinge, push, pull, and press. If individuals can perform these patterns correctly and safely, they are set up for a healthy life.

Fun Fact:  I am left-handed, which allows me to be creative in creating my training programs for clients. I think every session should look different than the last while being fun and something you look forward to. 

Kelly Cunningham

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Certified Personal Trainer

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education from Gwynedd-Mercy University

Certifications:  NASM Personal Training, NASM Nutrition, Les Mills Body Pump and Les Mills CORE, Beatboss Cycle, C.P.R. 

Training Philosophy:  I believe fitness, nutrition, and a positive mindset can change lives. I focus on functional training with my clients, including strength, stability, and balance.

Fun Fact:  I have four kids and played three sports in college: basketball, lacrosse, and cross-country. 

Lori Sarne

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Certified Personal Trainer

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education & Elementary Education from Holy Family University, Philadelphia, PA

Certifications:  W.I.T.S., C.P.R.

Training Philosophy:  Working out should be fun and something you look forward to doing. I am constantly looking for ways to challenge my clients and my classes with various exercises, and I always include a lot of core training.

Fun Fact:  If I could live anywhere, it would be on a warm beach where it’s always hot.

Marissa Perreira

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Certified Personal Trainer

Education:  M.S. Exercise Science with a concentration in Rehab sciences. B.S. – Fitness Management/ Business Administration. AS- Sciences for Health Professionals.

Certifications:  Personal Training, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Spinning.

Training Philosophy:  Rome was not built in a day.  Taking small steps will lead to greater results.

Fun Fact:  I love traveling, spending time with my son, and playing Mas at Carnival.

Will Owens

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Certified Personal Trainer

Education: B.S. Exercise Science from Penn State University

Certifications:  NASM

Training Philosophy:  Good pain is ok.

Will Rode

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Certified Personal Trainer

Education:  B.S. Health and Nutrition from Kent State University

Certifications:  I.S.S.A. Master Trainer, Performance Nutrition

Training Philosophy:  Preserving, maintaining, or building lean muscle (core of metabolism) through a proper balance of strength training and cardiovascular conditioning. Functional pain-free joints, optimal energy, longevity, and healthy living.

Fun Fact:  I stood on stage next to the Future 2018 Mr. Olympia (Shawn Rhoden).