The fitness professionals at Seattle Athletic Club are among the most highly qualified personal trainers in the industry.
We require all of our trainers to meet stringent certification requirements from respected organizations such as the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM); and to advance their skills through continuing education. As a result, our trainers have been recognized both nationally and locally, in publications such as Men's Health and Seattle magazine.
Unlike most clubs in our region, Seattle Athletic Club personal fitness trainers are not paid on commission, and never sell products or supplements. The singular goal of our trainers is to ensure that you receive a safe and successful session. Whether your goal is weight loss, strength gain, improved athletic performance, pre/post surgery, mobility or stress relief, our experienced trainers can create a personalized exercise program to meet your needs, while offering support and motivation to help you stay on track.
Why Train with a SAC Personal Trainer?
- It’s Your Body! All trainers will take your personal goals and make a specialized workout for your needs.
- Doctor’s Prescription…Exercise! No medical issue is too big or too small for one our highly educated trainers to work with or around.
- Like Fun and Challenging Exercises. Do you have a training style or piece of equipment you want to learn to use…chances are our Fitness Department will have someone who is certified to coach you.
- Need a Workout Revamp or Jump Start? Our fitness staff can take a look at your old workout and give it a new spin and breath of fresh air…whether it takes one session or a couple.
- Special Occasions! Do you need to transform that body for a wedding, summer vacation or reunion…we can help fast!
Meet Our Personal Trainers
Melissa Alvear
Melissa Alvear
Personal Fitness Trainer
Specialty
- Weight Loss
- Circuit training
- Nutrition
Education
- Texas State University - B.S. Nutrition and Food
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
- Corrective Exercise Specialist
- Certified Personal Trainer
- TRX level 1 suspension, RIP training
- DVRT level 1 & 2
- AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor
- Licensed Zumba® Instructor
- CPR/AED Certified
About Melissa
Melissa loves the challenge of creating an engaging workout program specific to her clients' goals - improving areas where they might be weak, building upon their strengths, and setting them up for lasting results. She believes long-term health and wellness come not only from a balance of strength, conditioning, and stability, but also what you eat. Melissa's background as a wellness chef and nutritionist, as well as her personal struggle of losing 150lbs, inspire her to help others achieve a healthy and fit lifestyle.
Melissa can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 206-522-9400.
Blog Posts by Melissa Alvear
Kamila Fontanilla
Kamila Fontanilla
Personal Fitness Trainer
Specialty
- Strength Training
- Weight Loss
- Circuit Training
- Balance and Stability
Education
- Western Washington University - B.S. Kinesiology and Physical Education
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) - Exercise Physiologist
- American Council on Exercise (ACE) - Certified Personal Trainer
- CPR/AED and First Aid
About Kamila
Kamila’s passion for fitness is the driving force for inspiring others to adopt healthy behaviors. While she implements individual specific programs, her training style remains consistent, regardless of fitness level. She favors high intensity with minimal rest, full body workouts mixed with a ton of variety to keep clients guessing. Kamila’s philosophy is to train the mind into pushing the body beyond expectation by instilling a confident, hardworking, and committed attitude.
Kamila can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 206-522-9400.
Blog Posts by Kamila Fontanilla
Dana Lauren
Dana Lauren
Fitness Director
Education
- Central Washington University - B.S. Exercise Science
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) - Exercise Physiologist
- TRX level 1 suspension
- Psycholfit Cycling Instructor
- CPR/AED and First Aid
Specialty
- Weight Loss
- Special Population
- Pregnancy & Post Natal
About Dana
Dana is one of those people who has thrived from being active throughout her life. Working at the Club has given her a stage on which to share her passion for health and fitness with others. Just as life is full of change and challenge, so is fitness and living a healthy lifestyle. With that change and challenge, direction and focus change. Dana has experienced this after becoming a mom of two. Though it’s not easy, embrace the challenge and changes of life, and use these experiences as a platform to thrive.
Dana can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 206-522-9400.
Blog Posts by Dana Lauren
Steve Saum
Steve Saum
Personal Fitness Trainer
Specialty
- Strength training
- Sport specific training
- Youth training
Education
- Ventura/ Moorpark college
- Boise State University
- Lake Washington Institute of Technology
- National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) - Certified Personal Trainer
- USA Football Heads Up Coach
- CPR/AED Certified.
About Steve
Born in Bremerton, Washington, and raised in Ojai, California, Steve has spent most of his life involved in sports. “Training has always been and will continue to be a major influence throughout my life. I believe a trainer is not just a person directing an individual to do a particular exercise. A personal trainer is a leader, teacher, coach, and mentor.” Steve’s priority is to provide clients with the best information and training techniques based on their specific fitness goals and needs.
In his free time Steve enjoys playing soccer with his daughter, coaching his Brave Pride youth football team and snowboarding. You may also find him walking his dog and spending quality time with his family around Green Lake.
Steve can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 206-522-9400.
Blog Posts by Steve Saum
Luca Ciccu
Luca Ciccu
Personal Fitness Trainer
Specialty
- Core Strength
- Strength Training
- Functional Movements
- Circuit Training
Education
- University of Messina - BS in Sport Science
- National Academy of Sport Medicine (NASM),
Certified Personal Trainer
- Functional Range Conditioning (FRC),
Mobility Specialist
- TRX Level 1 Suspension
- CPR/AED Certified
About Luca
Luca was born and raised in Italy where he started sports at a young age which propelled his interest in health and fitness. After completing his studies, he moved to Seattle where he has been a certified personal trainer since 2009. Over the years of training he has found that health and fitness can help with so many other aspects of life. This can be difficult to achieve when dealing with the stresses of everyday life but if you stick with it or even take the smallest steps, it can help.Luca’s goal as a personal trainer is to help clients set specific yet realistic goals, plan an effective and stimulating program, safely prescribe exercises to prevent and recover from injuries, and give nutrition and emotional support through all the ups and downs that a fitness journey might take them on..
Luca can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 206-522-9400.
Ana Walker
Ana walker
ACSM- Certified Personal Trainer
Specialty
- Strength Training
- Post-Partum/Pregnancy
- Joint Hypermobility
- Yoga
Education
- Lake Washington Institute of Technology- AAS-T Fitness Specialist/Personal Training
- American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM-CPT)
- Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)
- Barre Above Instructor
- CPR/AED and First Aid
About Ana
Ana loves to teach movement and learn about the human body. She is passionate about the power of movement to enhance lives and helping people create spaces and opportunities to feel strength, ease and empowerment. A mom of three, she knows the challenges that postpartum, pregnancy and busy lives can bring to one’s fitness journey and meets each person where they are to support their unique needs.
As a yoga practitioner for almost 2 decades, Ana weaves that knowledge into her coaching encouraging people to listen to their bodies and find joy in their movement practices. A series of injuries led her to dive deeply into the strength training and conditioning world, igniting a desire to help others find that in their bodies as well. Her programming aims to create challenging and fun workouts that include mobility, balance, and strength- bringing fitness that serves all phases of life.
Luca can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 206-522-9400.
How Much to Budget
How Much to Budget
Other Fitness Department Services
Other Fitness Department Services
Our department and trainers are here not only for training but also to help you get acquainted with our facility and the equipment within it. We are also here to help show you how to use the machines so you can be comfortable and confident in any part of the Club.
Fee Based Services
- InBody Scan
- Virtual Training Sessions
- Design your monthly workout program
Complementary Services
- First InBody Scan
- Mini-equipment orientation
- Form checks & spotting lifts
- Advice/instructions on muscle recovery and stretching
- Blood pressure screening
- Movement screens
How to get started?
All private and small group training sessions are by appointment only. Cancellations require 24 hours notice and must be given directly to your instructor via email or phone messaging. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will be charged for the full session.
To schedule your complimentary consultation to get started, contact Fitness Director, Dana Lauren at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
What to bring to your first session:
- Comfortable workout clothes
- Closed-toed shoes
- Water bottle
- If necessary, any information referred by your physical therapist or doctor.
