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Meet the Fitness Team
All personal trainers at MVP Athletic Club are highly credentialed, experienced, certified and ready to help you achieve your ultimate health and fitness goals. Training services include both one-on-one and group personal training. If you are interested in hiring a personal trainer, please speak to one of our team members on the fitness floor.
Click on any of the team members below to find contact and biographical information.
Managers
Brad Koetsier
NASM-CPT, NASM-PES
Fitness Manager
Brad Koetsier
NASM-CPT, NASM-PES
Fitness Manager
EDUCATION
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B.S. in Movement Science, Grand Valley State University
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M.B.A. in Strategic Management, Davenport University
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer
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Parisi Systems Performance Coach/Team Leader
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GVSU Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach- 2004-2006
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AAU- Western Lakers Basketball Coach- 2004-2009
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Total Conditioning
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
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Pushing Individuals Past Their Limits
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Postural Restoration
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Extreme Sports
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Any Sport Involving a Ball
Team Leaders
David Nykerk
NASM-CPT
Sports Performance Team Leader
David Nykerk
NASM-CPT
Sports Performance Team Leader
EDUCATION
- University of Michigan, Bachelor of Science, Movement Science
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- National Academy of Sports Medicine- Certified Personal Trainer
- Parisi Sports Performance Coach
- American Heart Association CPR & AED
- University of Michigan Baseball Player 2004-2007
- Div. 1 High School Baseball State Championship 2003
- West Ottawa Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach 2009 and 2010
- Baseball Pitching Instructor training youth thru collegiate players
- Holland Charter Township youth sports camp instructor 2007-2009
- Camp Sunshine Counselor 2007-2009
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Total Conditioning
- Boot Camp
- Healthy Lifestyles
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Injury Prevention and Sports Rehabilitation
- Athletic Performance Enhancement
- Biomechanics of the Baseball Pitching Motion
- Playing and watching all sports
- Michigan Wolverines, Detroit Tigers and Lions
Juanita Castorena
NASM CPT, ACE
Group Exercise Team Leader
Juanita Castorena
NASM CPT, ACE
Group Exercise Team Leader
EDUCATION
- B.S. in Business Administration, Grand Rapids Community College
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- American Council on Exercise - Group Fitness Instructor
- National
- Parisi Speed School Sports Performance Coach
- Body Training Systems Group Centergy Certified
- Body Training Systems Group Power Certified
- Body Training Systems Group Ride Certified
- Body Training Systems Group Active Certified
- Body Training Systems Group Kick Certified
- Group Step Specialty Certified
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Group Exercise
- Weight Loss
- Endurance Running/Cycling for the beginner
- Mind Body training
- Motivation
Fitness Trainers
Andrew Hawken
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
Andrew Hawken
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
EDUCATION
- B.S., Michigan State University
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- American Red Cross – AED, CPR, & First Aid
- Michigan State University Football Player (2005-2009)
- MSU Iron Man (2009) Football Strength & Conditioning
- Grandville Assistant Varsity Football Coach
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Total Conditioning
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Power Lifting
- Nontraditional Training
- Michigan State Spartans
- Detroit Tigers
- Outdoor Sports/Activities
Bethany Hecksel
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
Bethany Hecksel
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
EDUCATION
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B.S. in Movement Science & Physical Education/Health Education Professional Instruction K-12, Grand Valley State University
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
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National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
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Parisi Sports Performance Coach
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American Red Cross - AED, CPR, & First Aid
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Teacher Assistant PE K-8 Rockford Public Schools 2011
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Grandville High School Pole Vault Coach 2011-Present
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GVSU T&F Athlete - Pole Vault 2003-2007
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Rockford High School Athlete of the Year 2003
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Div. 1 High School Pole Vault State Champion 2002
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
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Athletic performance enhancement in athletes and youth
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Passionate in helping individuals reach their fullest potential and beyond
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Paying it forward is my most rewarding and satisfying aspect in life
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Active Participant in pole vault, beach vault, volleyball and running
Dayne Jarvis
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
Dayne Jarvis
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
EDUCATION
- General Education, Anderson University
- GVSU - Movement Science
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- American Red Cross - AED, CPR, & First Aid
- Hope College Baseball Assistant - 2002-2004
- Anderson University Basketball Team - 1991
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Group Training
- Weight Loss
- Holistic Health
- Corrective Exercise
- Resistance Training
- Basketball, Golf, Softball
- St. Louis Cardinals, Notre Dame
Henry Meloche
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
Henry Meloche
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. Health Fitness and Rehabilitation, Central Michigan University
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- Body Training Systems: Group Core
- American Red Cross – AED, CPR, & First Aid
- West Michigan Tae Kwon Do Association
- Black Belt (15 Years Experience)
- Central Michigan University Recreation Center
- Personal Trainer (08-11)
- Physical Th erapy Technician 2005-2007
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Group Core
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Resistance Training, Triathlon and Endurance Training
- Physique Competitions (Bodybuilding)
- Martial Arts
- Gol fing
Josh Kapla
NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
Josh Kapla
NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
EDUCATION
- B.S. Exercise Science, Manchester College
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- American Red Cross - AED, CPR, & First Aid
- Parisi Speed School - Sports Performance Coach
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Total Conditioning Instructor
- Boot Camp Instructor
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Strength & conditioning for athletes
- Football specific training
- Snowboarding
- Detroit Sports: Lions/Redwings/Tigers
- Helping individuals reach their true potential in all endeavors
Justin McConnell
NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
Justin McConnell
NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
EDUCATION
- B.A. Exercise and Health Sciences, Alma College
EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Body Training Systems - Certified Instructor
- Parisi Speed School Certified Performance Coach
- Athletic Training at Alma College 2000-2004
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Group Ride
- Youth Conditioning
INTERESTS & SPECIALTIES
- Group Fitness Training
- Weight Loss
- Power Lifting
- Sports Performance
- Rehabilitation
- Outdoor Sporting
Kim House
RD
Nutrition Coach
Kim House
RD
Nutrition Coach
EDUCATION
- B.S. Dietetics, Michigan State University
- M.S. Nutrition Education, Rosalind Franklin University(Graduating 2013)
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- Commission on Dietetic Registration – RD
- American Heart Association – CPR/AED
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- NEWtrition
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Sports Nutrition
- Weight Management
- Diabetes Education
- Cardiovascular Disease
Lara Livingston
NASM-PES, ACSM-CPT, ACE-GFI
Fitness Trainer
Lara Livingston
NASM-PES, ACSM-CPT, ACE-GFI
Fitness Trainer
llivingston@mvpsportsclubs.com
EDUCATION
- B.S. in Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Performance Enhancement Specialist
- ACE - Group Fitness Instructor
- Body Training Systems: Group Power
- Zumba
- American Red Cross - AED, CPR, & First Aid
- Pre-natal and post-partum exercise specialist
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Group Power
- Group Active
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Cardio Blast
- Zumba
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Group Training
- Weight Loss
- Pre-natal & Post-partum
- Distance Running
Matt Van Oostenburg
NSCA-CPT, NASM-CES
Fitness Trainer
Matt Van Oostenburg
NSCA-CPT, NASM-CES
Fitness Trainer
mvanoostenburg@mvpsportsclubs.com
EDUCATION
- B.A. Exercise Science, Hope College
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- National Academy of Sports Medicine – Corrective Exercise Specialist
- American Heart Association – CPR & AED
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Total Conditioning Instructor
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Strength Training
- Weight Loss
- Corrective Exercise
- Mixed Martial Arts
Pamela Volkers
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
Pamela Volkers
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. Movement Science, Hope College
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- American Red Cross – AED, CPR-PRO, & First Aid Instructor
- Lifeguard Trainer
- WSI Certifi ed
- ACE Certi ed Group Ex Instructor
- AEA Certi ed
- SCW Certi ed Pilates Instructor
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Group Centergy Instructor, Group Active Instructor, Group Groove Instructor
- AquaFit Instructor
- Pilates Instructor
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Group Training
- Core Strength and Stability
- Stroke Improvement
Rena Schwartz
NSCA-CSCS, NASM-PES
Fitness Trainer
Rena Schwartz
NSCA-CSCS, NASM-PES
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. Exercise Science, Grand Valley State University
- M.A. Education, Grand Valley State University
EXEPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- American Red Cross – AED, CPR, & First Aid
- Yoga Fit Certi cation
- Mat Science (Pilates) Certi cation
- Spinning Certi cation
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Cycling
- Aquafit
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Weight Loss
- Posture
Tyler Hoekstra
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
Tyler Hoekstra
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer / Performance Coach
EDUCATION
- B.S. in Exercise Science, Saginaw Valley State University
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- American Red Cross – AED, CPR, & First Aid
- Saginaw Valley Football Player (2007-2010)
- Grandville High School Football Coach – 2011-Present
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Total Conditioning
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Strength and Conditioning
- Sports Performance
- Power Lifting
- Body Transformation/Weight Loss
- Basketball and Football
- Sports Specifi c Training
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