The purpose of a personal trainer:

Whether you are new to a gym or a seasoned gym rat, you can benefit from working with a trainer. As a beginner, a trainer can help motivate you, teach you how to safely and effective use exercise machines, and help you develop a workout program that matches your abilities and goals. If you are already accustomed to working out in a gym or are training for a particular event, a trainer can help you build endurance, avoid boredom and enhance your current workout to achieve your specific goal. Trainers are also beneficial if you are recovering from an injury.

What to look for in a trainer:

Hiring a trainer is a little like choosing a spouse. Your number one priority should be compatability.

All of our trainers at Yang’s are nationally certified and many hold degrees in Exercise Science or related fields.

Our trainers are willing to help you achieve your health and fitness goals, posses broad skills and knowledge of exercise, will be attentive to your needs and will assess your progress on a regular basis to ensure you are on the right track.

How do I meet with a trainer:

Scheduling a meeting with a trainer is as easy as picking up the phone. An initial consult with a trainer is free of charge. Please use this time to find out if you and the trainer are compatible, and can work towards your goals.

To schedule a consult, call 978.475.2020.

Length of training sessions and commitment:

Our trainers are committed to helping you achieve your goals. Training sessions can range from 30, 45 to 60 minutes and can be held one-on-one (aka Personal Training), with a buddy (Buddy Training which is 2 participants with 1 trainer) or in a small group (2 to 5 participants per group to 1 trainer).

Rates vary depending upon the number of participants.

Yang’s offers training to both members and non-members.

Let our trainers help you adopt and maintain a healthy and fit lifestyle.

For more info or to setup a consult please call us at (978)-475-2020 and ask for Alex or Diana.

For Small Group Training Info click here

Dan Michelinie (New)
Dan an Andover native, is an ACE (American Council on Exercise) certified personal trainer and has been a fitness enthusiast since 1998. In fact, this gym is where Dan’s passion for fitness first started. Having played lacrosse in both high school and college, Dan highly values the benefits of strength training for athletes. While living in San Diego after college, Dan’s love of fitness grew as he trained for his first bodybuilding competition in 2006. He has competed several times on the amateur stage, most recently in July, taking 2nd place in the Europa Tournament of Champions in the Novice Class. Dan enjoys working with serious athletes (past, present or future) who have the drive to make improvements to their fitness level. He highly values determination and motivation and truly believes that anyone can make a positive change to his/her level of fitness if they posses those qualities. Dan’s passion for training is only second to his love for his family. He is a proud father and husband and is anxiously awaiting the arrival of his second daughter in January.

Mike Dahlinghaus (New)
Mike holds a masters degree in Exercise Science and has several health and fitness related certifications including (but not limited too) ACSM, NASM, NESTA, Metabolic Typing Advisor, and a CHEK Practitioner. Mike has years of industry experience ranging from owning his own personal training business in Chicago and consulting with various gyms to improve and educate their training staff/program. He prides himself in consistently learning and always progressing in the field. He currently is pursuing his PhD in health education. Mike has specialties in multiple areas and has trained a variety of clients including professional athletes, clients with musculoskeletal issues, and those struggling with weight loss. Mike believes that every fitness program should be client centered and holistically balanced with every other aspect of the individual. “I enjoy seeing clients achieve goals they never thought were possible, do exercises they never thought they could do, and as a result, attempt new physical activities. My excitement is to see individuals realize their limitless potential in physical fitness.”

Evie Caron
Evie is an ACE-certified Personal Trainer, Stott Pilates Instructor and Johnny G certified Spinning Instructor who has been in the fitness industry since the early 1980’s. She enjoys working with clients of all ages, abilities and fitness levels. Evie’s pursuit of her personal training certification was highly driven by her passion for sports (she began working towards being a proficient golfer at the age of 6) and interest in the biomechanics of physical movement. She now recognizes her greatest job satisfaction comes from her ability to encourage and lead her clients on their road to wellness. This wellness journey involves teaching her clients how to work with their unique body structure to allow for positive and long-term change. She emphasizes that this work must incorporate physical movement as well as nutritional and emotional support. Evie’s fitness motto is simple and straightforward: “Plan the training, Execute the training and Empower the soul for life!” Evie is a long distance runner and cyclist who lives in Andover with her husband, Steve, four children and two dogs. Evie holds a BA from Bates College and is currently enrolled at UMass Lowell doing coursework in Anatomy and Physiology.

Cindy Rayner
Cindy is an ACE (American Council on Exercise) Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor. She has been in the Fitness Industry since 1987 and was the Owner of Intentional Fitness Training Studio in Andover. Cindy also holds certifications in Lifestyle & Weight Management and Reebok Spin. She was an English Literature major at Gordon College and is a native of New Jersey. Her experience with health and fitness includes teaching physical education to grades K-8, working with special needs and obese individuals as well as teaching sports specific/boot camp and family & lifestyle management programs. Cindy enjoys running, biking and triathalons and was the executive producer of A.M. Jam Fitness, a Fox 25 fitness show. Next to her passion for sharing fitness with others is her passion for her four children.

Jamey Lachiana
Jamey is a graduate of Bridgewater State College with a BS in Physical Education, Exercise Science. He is ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine), YMCA PT Certified and has been a local personal trainer since 1996. Jamey has chosen this profession because he has always been intrigued by how the body functions. Having been involved in sports since his early teens, doing his part in the fitness industry only seemed fitting. After suffering many sports related injuries and recovering from them through specific strength training, he seeks to help others through similar difficulties. Staying active in various ways, researching new techniques and staying ahead of the industry curve are his passions. “Nearly everyone seeks to complete a personal physical goal, no matter how large or small, and I seek to assist them if I’m needed.”

Kimberly Horsman
Kim is an ACE certified Personal Trainer who works with clients both one-on-one and in small groups. She is also certified through AFAA, Johnny G Spinning and Body Training Systems for Group Power. Kim’s passion is helping those new to fitness, as well as seasoned exercisers, become more fit by working with them to develop a clearly defined fitness plan that is both motivating and fits into their lifestyle. Her philosophy states that "It doesn't matter where you begin, what matters is that you have direction, know how to follow the path, and can see the improvements you have made along the way!” Kim attends several fitness conferences and trainings each year to stay on top of the best fitness exercises and tools available. This allows her to provide her clients with a variety of new workouts that keep them interested and excited about fitness. Kim loves traveling, hiking, biking, water sports and most of all, her two kids.