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Personal Training

At The Center of Anna Maria Island, we are committed to supporting our members on every step of their wellness journey. That’s why we offer Personal Training (PT) services designed to help individuals achieve their unique fitness goals with professional guidance, motivation, and accountability.

What Is Personal Training?

Personal Training is a one-on-one fitness experience tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re new to exercise, recovering from injury, working toward weight loss, or looking to improve strength and performance, our certified personal trainers develop customized workout plans that are safe, effective, and results-driven.

What Personal Training Can Do for You:

  • Customized Fitness Plans: Your trainer will assess your goals, fitness level, and any limitations to create a plan that works for you.

  • Motivation and Accountability: Regular sessions help you stay on track, push past plateaus, and build confidence in your abilities.

  • Efficient Workouts: Personal trainers maximize your time and effort by ensuring every minute is purposeful and aligned with your goals.

  • Improved Technique: With professional guidance, you’ll learn proper form and technique to prevent injury and build long-term healthy habits.

  • Support Beyond the Gym: Many of our trainers offer advice on lifestyle changes, nutrition basics, and stress management to help you succeed both in and out of the gym.

  • Athletic Performance Enhancement: For athletes of all ages, PT offers sport-specific training to improve strength, speed, agility, endurance, and injury prevention—helping you perform at your best both in-season and off.

Meet our Personal Trainers:

Brenda Canning

E-mail: islandfitness@hotmail.com

Phone: 941.704.8858

With over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry, Brenda Canning is a certified Personal Trainer known for her compassionate approach and results-driven programming. She specializes in balance, flexibility, strength training, and pre- and post-rehabilitation for knee and shoulder recovery. Her methods are grounded in real-life application—making fitness both effective and sustainable, even for those with busy schedules.

A lifelong athlete herself, Brenda brings discipline, energy, and excellence to every session. She has a particular passion for Active Isolated Stretching and Total Body Conditioning, helping clients improve mobility, prevent injury, and move with confidence.

Brenda’s mission is simple: to empower individuals to feel good, move better, and embrace a happy, well-balanced lifestyle. She understands that not everyone can spend hours at the gym, which is why she designs efficient, personalized training routines that deliver results without overwhelming your schedule.

Above all, Brenda truly cares about her clients. She’s more than a trainer—she’s a dedicated partner on your wellness journey, providing encouragement, accountability, and expert guidance every step of the way.

Stephanie Belill

E-mail: stephbelill@gmail.com

Phone: 941.302.1797

With nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Stephanie Belill is a certified Personal Trainer dedicated to helping individuals reach their personal fitness goals. Her training approach emphasizes improving strength, flexibility, and balance, whether clients are preparing for or recovering from joint replacement surgery, or simply seeking to enhance their overall wellness.

Over the past decade, Stephanie has developed a specialty in working with individuals affected by Parkinson’s Disease and other neuromuscular conditions. She is certified through the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) and is actively involved with the Neuro Challenge Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting those with Parkinson’s.

Stephanie’s mission is to help all individuals—regardless of age or diagnosis—build a strong, healthy, and well-balanced body through safe, effective, and compassionate training.

Chris Geagon (Geags)

Phone: 774.331.5433

Chris “Geags” Geagon, BS Exercise Science, NSCA-CPT, brings over 40 years of experience in the fitness industry. A certified personal trainer with a deep knowledge of exercise science, Geags is also known for competing on Season 14 of MasterChef, combining his passion for health and flavor in and out of the gym.

Jordan Gush

Phone: (214) 454-2561

Jordan Gush is an experienced personal trainer and athlete development coach with a strong background in fitness and performance training. He specializes in working with a wide range of clients—from individuals focused on general health and wellness to elite-level athletes, including professional UFC fighters and youth soccer players.

With years of experience as a Strength & Conditioning Coach at both the high school and collegiate levels, Jordan excels at designing customized fitness programs that meet each client’s unique needs and goals. His personal training approach combines foundational strength work with cutting-edge methods for speed enhancement, including focused training on sprint mechanics and velocity development to help athletes reach their full potential.

Jordan also offers virtual coaching and personalized programming, ensuring accessible, high-quality training regardless of location.

Whether you’re looking to improve your overall fitness, build strength and mobility, or elevate your athletic performance, Jordan brings a proven, high-energy coaching style rooted in education, discipline, and results.

Rose Cordova

Phone: (480)562-1868

Rose Cordova is a certified wellness coach and former collegiate athlete with a deep passion for holistic health, fitness, and performance. With a strong background in tennis, swimming, and running, she blends years of athletic experience with evidence-based wellness strategies to help individuals achieve sustainable, long-term results.

Her approach goes beyond workouts—focusing on the full spectrum of wellness, including movement, mindset, and personalized coaching. Whether the goal is improved performance, healthier habits, or a more balanced lifestyle, Rose provides expert guidance and support every step of the way.

Quick Info and Links

Center Hours:

Monday - Thursday 7 AM - 8 PM
Friday 7 AM - 7 PM
Saturday 8 AM - 3 PM

Center Schedule

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Phone: 941.778.1908

Email: hello@centerami.org

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407 Magnolia Avenue
PO Box 253
Anna Maria, FL 34216

Phone: 941.778.1908

Email: hello@centerami.org

Center Hours:

Monday - Thursday 7 AM - 8 PM
Friday 7 AM - 7 PM
Saturday 8 AM - 3 PM

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