Calendar for classes Spring/Summer 2012

Small Group Exercise

Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 6:15-7:00am, Turtle Park- 45th and Van Ness St.
NW

Weds. & Fri. @ 6:30-7:15am, Walter Pierce Park- Adams Mill Rd. (btwn N.
Ontario Pl. & N. Lanier Place NW)

Mondays @ 12noon-1:00pm, ‘Bread for the City’- 1525 Seventh Street NW

Combattitude

Saturdays @ 8:30-9:30am, Fort Reno Park- Chesapeake St. and Nebraska St.
NW ( on the ‘Red Stage’ across from Wilson High School)

Upcoming Events: Self Defense Workshop for Women (contact us for details)

Get Moving!!

Mondays 12noon-1:00pm at ‘Bread for the City’ (1525 7th Street NW Washington, DC 20001)

FITNESS, FOOD, & FUN (RETREAT)

I have worked with Shawn for more than a year and a half, and I couldn’t be happier with the results I’m getting. At 40 years old I’m in the best shape of my life, and my body has never looked better. Whenever I get compliments from people who notice I’ve been working out, I always feel like he deserves the compliments just as much as I do. More importantly, I’ve begun rebuilding my bones and reversing the bone less that led to my being diagnosed with osteoporosis three years ago, which is the primary reason I started weight training. I could not have gotten to this point without him, and I feel very fortunate to have him as my trainer.

Shawn is a dedicated professional who brings a level of maturity and dedication to his job that sets him apart from other personal trainers I’ve worked with. He is knowledgeable and creative in the workouts he designs for me, and is always mindful of the goals I’ve set for myself and tailors my sessions to help me reach them. He has also been invaluable in helping me recover from various injuries (tendonitis in my Achilles tendons and rotator cuff), by adjusting my workouts to let my injuries heal and incorporating physical therapy exercises into my regular routine to aid my recovery. He has even taken time on his own to research the physical problems I want to address (weakness in my lower back and osteoporosis) so he can make sure I get the most out of my workouts.

But what sets Shawn apart is the caring and encouraging approach he brings to training. He keeps me working hard – harder than I’d ever work on my own – but he is always positive and upbeat when pushing me to do my best. He truly takes pleasure in the progress I’ve made, and always makes me feel like I can do anything. And no matter what kind of mood I’m in when we start our sessions, I always feel better after an hour with him. He is a fabulous trainer and kind, good-hearted person with a reassuring and supportive manner, and I recommend him without reservation.

- Lisa, client since August 2005

The best money I spend every month is for my personal training sessions with Shawn Lyles.

My twice weekly, hour sessions with Shawn keep me on track and actually motivate me to get to the gym

at least two more times in the week.   Shawn listens to his clients wishes and puts together individualized sessions.

For example, he knows I bore easily, so no two sessions are the same – he keeps me on my toes!

Shawn pushes me to do my best – but knows how far is enough.  He has worked with me through several physical injuries and again, personalized the sessions to work around injured areas and helped make them strong again.

…the best money you can spend!

- Suzanne

I have benefited from Shawn’s extensive knowledge of body mechanics and good-humored instruction for over two years.  He has consistently helped me as my goals have shifted, from stress reduction and strength training, to improving balance and coping with injuries.  He is a good teacher, and I recommend him as a trainer without reservation.

- Jean