My daughter, Tracy, has participated in the adapted wellness and fitness program with Jake for almost a year. Physical fitness is important to Tracy. Jake has provided her with the instruction and support that have allowed her to build strength, endurance, and self-confidence.
Tracy says that Jake is kind, funny, and talkative. She truly looks forward to her twice-weekly sessions. She is learning to use machines and to perform floor exercises properly to prevent injury.
I find Jake to be easy to communicate with and very approachable. I feel that he is both sensitive and empathetic to my daughter’s “special needs”. He has reassured me of his experience and training.
The AWE program and Jake have helped foster Tracy’s independence and add to her quality of life by providing a welcoming, safe, and inclusive community environment. She is so happy to belong to a gym and have a trainer.