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Michigan Technological University Recreation

Michigan Technological University Recreation

Fitness Coaching

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Michigan Tech Recreation is excited to offer fitness coaching opportunities for current MTU students and SDC members!

Looking to get stronger, feel better, or just start moving more? Our fitness coaches are here to help you reach your fitness goals — no matter your starting point.

We offer personalized training plans designed for MTU students and SDC members, by professionals who understand the demands of life. Whether you're new to the gym, training for a sport, or just need some motivation, we’ve got your back with one-on-one support, smart programming, and a judgment-free environment.

Invest in yourself. Train smarter. Feel stronger.

Fitness Coaching Services

Fitness coaching is an all-encompassing approach to improving health, wellness, and fitness. Our coaches offer a variety of services in both short-term and long-term programs, including

  • Full exercise assessment and consultation 

  • Cardio training conditioning

  • Strength and conditioning 

  • Core, flexibility and balance training

We offer individual or partner training packages. Packages consist of 6 training sessions. Participants must be at least 16 years of age in order to participate. All participants must be current MTU students or SDC members during the duration of the training package.

Days 

  • Fitness Coaching is offered by semester.

  • Cutoff for Spring 2026 Training is Thursday, April 23, 2026. All unused training sessions will be void after that date

Times

  • All training sessions will be scheduled during facility operational hours based on the coach and client availability.

  • The duration of each training session will be between 30-60 minutes based on the trainer's prescription per session and the health and physical ability of the individual participant. Beginning sessions may be shorter for this reason. 

Location

  • All training sessions will occur at the Student Development Complex. Training locations within the SDC may change based on the training program design.

How to Request a Training Package

  • Select a coach of your choice and submit a request through the request form below.

    • Participants must be at least 16 years old to participate in the program. Participants must be current MTU students or SDC members during the duration of the training package. 

    • Capacity is limited for inquiries for each coach for the Spring 2026 semester. All request slots are first come, first serve.

  • Each request slot holds a space for one private training session package or partner training package (includes both participants).

  • Once your request has been submitted and processed, a Recreation staff member will contact you with required paperwork and scheduling information.

REQUEST A TRAINING PACKAGE HERE 
The request list will open on Wednesday December 10th at 8:00am  and will close at 11:59 pm on Friday, March 13th. 

Fitness Coaching Terms and Conditions 

Meet our Fitness Coaches

Kseniia Ustiugova, Fitness Coach

Driven by the belief that fitness should be a source of pleasure, Kseniia designs custom workouts built on a scientific foundation that respects each client's physical and emotional needs. Having personally navigated the journey to find balance with her own body, Kseniia provides a highly individualized approach for everyone from beginners to advanced trainees. Her international coaching background spans from leading virtual training during the pandemic to coaching in  premier studios across Russia and Montenegro before joining the SDC HuskiesFit team. Kseniia blends structure and gentle discipline to help clients unlock their potential, build full-body strength, and find true joy in movement. Outside the gym, she enjoys hiking, cycling, volunteering at the local fire station, and balancing hard work with a coop of ice cream. 

  • Areas of Specialty: Weight loss management, endurance, body sculpting, muscle tone, and targeted mobility work. 
  • Certifications: Certified Group Fitness Instructor (PEI AVE "CORUS"), American Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, ACE Personal Trainer (In Progress).

Personal Coaching Package (1 participant) - $215

Partner Coaching Package (2 participants) - $162 per participant 

All training packages include 6 training sessions. Training length may vary from 30-60 minutes.
Payment is not due until training sessions have been scheduled.

Questions? Email fitness@mtu.edu

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