Increase your results
with a personal trainer!

The New Orleans Athletic Club is dedicated to helping you get the most out of your workouts. We have the most experienced, diverse, and personable training staff in the city, and we'd love to amp up your workout by pairing you with trainer best suited for your needs.

If you are new to personal training or unsure of which trainer to contact, contact us and our staff will walk you through the process and suggest a trainer to get you started.

Lonnie Arroyo

Lonnie Arroyo is a graduate of Holy Cross High School and attended Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, La on a Track and Field athletic scholarship. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Fitness and Wellness while at Tech. Lonnie then acquired a personal training certificate from AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) in February 2000 and began personal training at the NOAC in May of 2001. He then pursued a second Personal Training certification from NESTA (National Exercise and Sports Trainer Association) in March of 2004.

Lonnie is a New Orleans native who loves the city and the variety of people who live, work, and visit here. As a Trainer, he has a passion for training and conditioning individuals in order to help them reach their maximum potential.

Contact Lonnie at: (504) 301-7600

Don Duke

From the moment I walked into the NOAC's doors in October 1999, I knew two things - this is no ordinary gym and I belong here. The looks of the building are complemented perfectly by the professionalism of the members and staff. It has afforded me the great fortune of meeting some of the very bestpeople in the city. I truly enjoy getting to know the real side of our members and have gained many lifelong friendships. Born in New Orleans, I attended Holy Cross High School before venturing all the way up north to Louisiana Tech University where I completed my Bachelors in Fitness & Wellness/Pre-Physical Therapy. I spend most of my free time training for my first triathalon, bass fishing, and cheering on the Saints and LSU!

Contact Don at: (504) 214-0558

Joe Everett

Joseph Everett is a native New Orleanian and has been a personal trainer at the New Orleans Athletic Club for 14 years. Joseph acquired several certifications: The American Council on Exercise (ACE), The Aerobic and Fitness Association of America (AFFA) and National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA). Joseph possesses a vast knowledge of physiology of the human body and in addition to personal training has aided many clients in physical rehabilitation. Joseph’s family operated a health food store for over 30 years, which exposed him to the fitness industry at a very young age. Joseph is knowledgeable in many aspects of the fitness industry e.g. weightlifting, nutrition, gym equipment drafting and design, boxing, Shotokan Karate & Judo. Joseph can help you meet your goals, whether you have aspirations of bodybuilding or just want to get in shape or lose a few pounds. Joseph can structure a program to meet your goals and take you to the next level of fitness. Joseph possesses a passion for helping people achieve their goals and prides himself in helping one reach their goals while succeeding in making it an enjoyable endeavor.

Contact Joe at: (504) 439-9882

Jeremy Johnson

Jeremy graduated from Loyola with a BA in communications. He served as the wellness director at Loyola and brings his vast experience to our club as a personal trainer. He is AFAA and NESTA certified for personal training and also has a national certification in massage therapy. Jeremy also is a professional actor and possesses his Screen Actors Guild credentials.

Contact Jeremy at: (504) 508-5711

Tessa Izdepski

Tessa graduated from Louisiana State University in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. There, she concentrated in Human Movement, which included coursework in anatomy, physiology, exercise physiology, neuromechanics, and other studies applicable to personal training. This educational background, along with extensive athletic experience, helps to create a perfect platform for being an excellent trainer. Her individual training style combines resistance training with cardiovascular, balance, and agility exercises to help maximize physical gains and/or weight loss. In her 4 years of experience she has trained everyone from 22 year old models, to 31 year old expecting mothers, to 76 year old gin drinkers. So no matter what your goals may be, you are just her type.

Contact Tessa at: (504) 615-8139

Danny Navar

I began working as a personal trainer in the spring of 2007after I received my master’s degree in neuroscience at LSU Health Sciences Center. My thesis focused on understanding the neural mechanisms associated with meal termination. After receiving my personal trainer certification, I began training individual and group clients at Lakeway Athletic Club and New Orleans Athletic Club. Currently I work primarily out of New Orleans Athletic Club where I train clients as well as myself.

I emphasize a complete, yet individualized fitness routine for my clients and myself; focusing on cardiovascular and muscular fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination, and proper body composition. Basic goals for most include increased functionality, diet awareness, and becoming a more active person. My own fitness goals include building strength and power for sports, maximizing flexibility, conditioning for sports, maintaining proper weight and body composition, and improving quickness and agility.

I have been resistance training for most my life and have competitive experience in Olympic and powerlifting. I participated in wrestling and football in high school and still enjoy competitive and recreational sports. When not in the gym or being active; I enjoy movies and music, traveling, watching sports, reading, beer brewing and consumption, and of course just relaxing.

Contact Danny at: (504) 231-4200

Lauren Cordano

Lauren Przygodski grew up on Long Island, NY. She studied at the School of American Ballet and the Professional Children’s School in Manhattan. While in NY, she trained at the original Joseph Pilates studio on the Upper Westside. After graduating in 3 years, she spent a year dancing professionally with the Richmond Ballet in VA. Lauren then went on to attend Butler University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Non-Profit Management within 3 years. While at Butler, she studied Body Placement and Laban Movement Analysis in addition to business courses.

During college, Lauren worked at Fitness Concepts where she created and taught a “ballet and sculpt” class. As an ACE and NASM certified personal trainer she worked for Lifetime Fitness in Indianapolis for 2 years where she helped a wide variety of clients reach their fitness goals. Lauren spent the next 3.5 years working for General Electric Consumer and Industrial in both Indianapolis, IN and in Raleigh, NC as an operations manager. She continued to train clients and further her fitness education while at GE. In 2006, Lauren was able to pursue her passion of personal training full time in Little Rock, AR where she partnered with both a physical therapist and massage therapist. Lauren believes in functional training that stresses strength, stability, and flexibility for a lifelong healthy body. She has been a certified personal trainer since 2001 and has been training clients at New Orleans Athletic Club since July 2007.

Contact Lauren at: (504) 287-5799

Kristian Rothermal

-English education degree from University of New Orleans,
-17 years of competing and instructing MMA, boxing, kickboxing, judo, Brazilian JiuJitsu
-professional MMA fighter(formerly UFC)
-choreographer and performer specializing acrobatics
-avid swimmer versed in total immersion swimming
-a philosophy that stretching, breathing, resistance and aerobic training should all be engaged, explored and expanded while training

Contact Kristian at: (504) 756-4196

Robin Tesvich

- Former state bodybuilding competitor
- Secretary on Louisiana Executive Board National Physique Committee
- Regional judge for NPC bodybuilding, fitness & figure events since 1987
- Co-Promoter of NPC Greater Gulf States/ USA Wheelchair Championship
- Certified fitness trainer since 1990 by NASM for weight training
- Dual certification through AFAA
- Authored numerous articles on training published in Muscle & Fitness and FLEX world-wide
- 3rd Place in 1999 Mrs. Louisiana
- America search for Mrs. America
- 2005 "NPC Southern States" Masters Figure Champion Over 50!!
- Has been featured guest on health and fitness radio programming

Contact Robin at: (504) 650-0733

Jennifer Pearl

Jennifer became interested in Pilates while taking a program developed by the NYC Ballet Company in 1994. The program emphasized length and strength within the physical body and she found many common elements with her yoga discipline.

In 2004, she became certified by the Physical Mind Institute in Pilates Mat and in Pilates Standing Exercises. In the summer of 2005, she completed a certification in Pilates Equipment. She had planned to start teaching in the fall of 2005 when Katrina hit New Orleans, closing the NOAC for one year. Jennifer taught locally and then furthered her Pilates training in the summer of 2006 and again in 2007 with Ellie Herman in San Francisco. She set up a private Pilates studio at the NOAC in the Fall of 2006 and has been teaching mat classes and private clients. She is certified on the all equipment through the Physical Mind Institute based in NYC.

Contact Jennifer at: (504) 258-5724

Matthew Sabella

I started weight training about nine years ago. As I learned more about exercise and weightlifting, I also became interested in the health and fitness industry, eventually getting a job at the Lakeway Athletic Club as a personal trainer and aquatics instructor. I received my first personal training certification through the International Alliance in April of 2004. I am also certified in Personal Training through AFAA as well as Sports Nutrition, Aqua Aerobics and Personal Training through the Exercise Science Alliance. I began working at the East Jefferson YMCA in October 2005 as a personal trainer and floor manager. In 2009, I competed in my first two body building shows and placed fourth out of seven contestants in both shows.

I feel very fortunate to have worked with some of the most respected people in our area such as Buford Jordan, Troy Bourgeois and Mackie Schilstone. By taking aspects of each of their particular styles of training, I feel that I was able to develop my own unique style. My specialties include weight loss and toning, muscle mass development and bodybuilding, strength and sports specific training such as speed, balance and agility.

My goal is to instill the same energy and excitement that I have for exercising into my clients. If you develop a passion for fitness it becomes a lifestyle that you will never give up.

Contact Matthew at: (504) 812-4218

Karl Ault (Swim Coach)

Karl Ault grew up in New England and attended Loyola University before settling in New Orleans as a permanent resident. In his years back in Maine, he swam competitively at his local YMCA at a very young age. Karl continued his pattern of success by setting a team record for LRSC (Long Reach Swim Club) and then went on to qualify for the YMCA Regional finals in Providence twice, along with East Coast Zone finals for US Swimming in Virginia.

With over 15 years of experience, he’s able to train beginners just looking to get in shape as well as those trying to work on their technique in regards to strokes and racing skills.

Karl is an avid musician, an experienced photographer, a piano tutor, and currently works with the Howlin’ Wolf in the Warehouse district.

Contact Karl at: (207) 319-5635

Kelli Brooks

My name is Kelli Brooks and I am an AFAA certified personal trainer that just recently relocated to New Orleans from Lafayette, LA.

If I had to summarize or describe my style of personal training I would first have to begin with what I believe to be the impetus behind a complete and total transformation of the body, mind and spirit. And what would eventually require with what I call a "life change". Up until my very late teens and early twenties, due to a poor diet, a very sedentary lifestyle along with the absence of self esteem, I was175 pounds heavier than I am now.

To be totally honest, it took alot of hard work, exercise, an extensive diet modification, a whole lot of sweat and even more tears, but I overcame that impetus, competed in my first body building show in 1993 and went on to compete for 10 years. I retired from body building in 2003 going on to compete in several triathlons, three years of mixed martial arts training, and would finally finish up with four-1/2 marathons this past year.

So with that said, I kinda look at my "style or specialty" of training more as a partnerships, but with you holding a vast majority of the shares. In other words, I am here to assist and guide you in your goals as you hold all the cards.

My one desire as a trainer is to pass on what I have experienced and learned personally with weight loss, muscle growth, mental wellness, diet etc... and how it all relates to ones health and wellness as a "whole" and that with my whole heart believe that there are no limitation to what you can achieve.

Sincerely,

Kelli R. Brooks

Cell # 504-220-7521

Contact Kelli at: (504) 220-7521