Personal Training
For athletes who want a more tailored experience, we offer one-on-one personal training outside of group class times.
Kristin Kavanaugh
she/they
Rxchel Abrahams
they/them
Liza Rose
she/her
Carli Curry
she/her
Specializations
Trauma Informed Coaching
Trans Female Aesthetic and Strength -Training
Sport Specific Training
Mobility Training
Beginner Olympic Weightlifting
Certifications
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Weight Loss Specialist
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Specializations
Trauma Informed Coaching
Trans Female Aesthetic and Strength -Training
Sport Specific Training
Mobility Training
Beginner Olympic Weightlifting
Certifications
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Weight Loss Specialist
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Specializations
Trauma Informed Coaching
Trans Female Aesthetic and Strength -Training
Sport Specific Training
Mobility Training
Beginner Olympic Weightlifting
Certifications
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Weight Loss Specialist
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Working with Liza
Liza is a seasoned aerialist and circus educator with over 20 years of experience performing and teaching around the world.
Liza’s goal for every personal training client is
SPECIAL! Dry needling for workout and injury recovery.
Specializations
Trauma Informed Coaching
Trans Female Aesthetic and Strength -Training
Sport Specific Training
Mobility Training
Beginner Olympic Weightlifting
Certifications
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Working with Kristin
With over 30 years of athletic experience and 16 years in the gym, Kristin (she/they) is the founder and head coach of Vitality Community Fitness, the leading queer-owned group fitness gym in the New Orleans metro area. Their mission is rooted in creating an inclusive, strength-first environment where all bodies can build muscle, gain confidence, and develop sustainable fitness habits without toxic intensity culture.
Kristin’s goal for every personal training client is
Working with Rxchel
With over 30 years of athletic experience and 16 years in the gym, Kristin (she/they) is the founder and head coach of Vitality Community Fitness, the leading queer-owned group fitness gym in the New Orleans metro area. Their mission is rooted in creating an inclusive, strength-first environment where all bodies can build muscle, gain confidence, and develop sustainable fitness habits without toxic intensity culture.
Rxchel’s goal for every personal training client is
Working with Curry
Curry has been with Vitality since 2019. In addition to being a certified personal trainer, Curry is a physical Therapist working out of Magnolia Physical Therapy.
Dry needling can be beneficial for anything from workout recovery and injury prevention to post-injury recovery. If you feel tight and achy in a certain joint or muscle after every workout or have a muscle that’s always tight you can inquire about if dry needling might be appropriate for you! Dry needling will help with increasing blood flow, stimulating your nervous system for improved recovery, and decreasing tension in your muscles.
Reviews
I came to see Dr. Curry when I was mid marathon training with some tightness in my groin and quad.
Through dry needling and regular PT exercises over the last 10 weeks of training, I was able to run a marathon pain free and healthy! Through Dr. Curry's support, I was the healthiest I have been marathon training. I would recommend her for dry needling to absolutely anyone.
~ Hayley
Carli has been needling me twice a week for 1.5 years and it has changed my life entirely. When I started seeing her, I was not able to sleep or go a day without severe pain, but with her help, my pain level has decreased immensely. I've never been super comfortable with needles, but Carli makes the whole experience calming and positive.
~ Nina
Not sure if you’re ready to jump right in? Get more info about VCF 101, our introductory course, here.
our classes
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VCF 101
Class cap: 6
New to VCF or want to deepen your fitness journey? Our fundamentals course covers movement patterns, functional training, class flow, along with nuanced gym-related talking points before each class. By the end, you'll be confident and ready to crush your first full VCF class!
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Strength & Conditioning
M-F Class Cap: 12 | Saturday Class Cap: 20
Our most popular class, lasting 45-60 minutes starts with introductions and an "icebreaker" question of the day, followed by a warm-up. The classes blend strength training and conditioning, incorporating barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, and more. Formats vary, with the goal to provide a comprehensive workout with safety as the top priority.
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Powerlifting
Class Cap: 8
This class focuses on building strength through the three main power lifts: back squat, bench press, and deadlift. The program progresses each week to help you find your max effort to lift, recover, and continue building muscle and strength.
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Flex
Class Cap: 12
Our bodybuilding-focused class is designed around hypertrophy principles. Learn to isolate individual muscle groups and develop a strong mind-muscle connection. This class emphasizes controlled, purposeful movements over brute strength.
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Tabata
Class Cap: 12
Looking to get a quick, effective workout in a short time? These 30 minute HIIT sessions will leave you feeling the burn and dripping in sweat. Packed with circuit exercises and fast-paced agility training, we guarantee an intense and efficient workout each time.
