Ignite Your Life
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TRAINERS WHO CARE
Team Ignite serves the Jefferson City area and is determined to get you to reach your goals. They all have experience in training people of all ages and ability levels. Their goal is to provide a safe, fun, challenging environment and create a community, not just a gym.
About Us
Mission Statement
We are committed to creating a fun, energetic environment that provides education in movement skills, nutrition, and life strategies to build a healthy lifestyle for each individual in our community
Vision Statement
Our vision is to inspire a healthier community that values physical activity/exercise and proper eating habits, along with creating a healthier home environment through education of parents.
Meet the Team
Chad Chrisman
Owner / Strength Coach
Chad is from Tulare, CA. He attended California State University, Fresno and received a bachelors in Pre-Physical Therapy and a Single Subject Teaching Credential in Physical Education. He also holds a Masters of Arts in Kinesiology from Fresno Pacific University. Chad holds certifications as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Precision Nutrition Level 1, Pain Free Performance Specialist, and USA Track and Field Level 1. Post-rehab is a specialty of his, but loves working with all new and past athletes.
Contact: chad@ignitejcmo.com
Kelsey Chrisman
Owner / Personal Trainer
Kelsey is a native of the Honey Creek/Brazito area, outside of Jefferson City, MO. She attended Eugene High School, then went on to play softball at William Woods University. Kelsey holds a Bachelors degree in Exercise Science and Sports Management from WWU. She currently obtains a certification through Precision Nutrition. Kelsey specializes in the overall health of women and how they can build strategies to fit their busy lives.
Contact: kelseychrisman13@gmail.com
Brent heckemeyer
Location Manager/ Personal Trainer
Brent grew up on St. Thomas MO and graduated high school from Blair Oaks in 2015. Brent graduated from Missouri Valley College in 2020 with a B.S. Exercise Science. Certifications are NSCA-CPT, NSPA Speed and Agility, PPSC. Brent has been personal training for 6 years. He loves personal training because he has the opportunity to make a positive impact on an individual physically and mentally every day.
Contact: brent@ignitejcmo.com
Susan Boessen
Personal Trainer
Susan is from Wardsville, MO where she attended Blair Oaks High School. She received a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education at Lincoln University followed by her Masters in Education Curriculum from Saint Mary University Kansas City, MO.
Susan works full time with Missouri Public School Retirement where she educates members on understanding their retirment. She lives in St.Thomas with her husband, Gregg and two daughters Madi and Bria.
Susan loves being active and for years has been involved in playing sports, running, and working out. She has always had a passion for motivating others, & loves providing the encouragement one needs to become the best version of themselves.
Sean Mayer
Personal Trainer
Sean grew up in Jefferson City, MO where he attended Blair Oaks High School. Sean ran collegiate track and field for 2 years at Southwest Baptist University, and he is now at Mizzou finishing his Bachelors degree in Kinesiology: Exercise Science. Sean loves playing sports and strength training to reach his fitness goals. He loves helping others reach their own fitness goals and being a mentor for his clients.
Emma Wolken
Personal Trainer
Emma is from Osage Bend, MO and attended Blair Oaks High School. She currently attends Lincoln University and will graduate this year with her Bachelors in Kinesiology: Exercise Science. She plans to attend Mizzou next fall to continue her education in becoming a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Emma loves getting to build relationships that encourage individuals to be the best version of themselves.
Sophia Palmeri
Personal Trainer
Sophia is from Jefferson City, MO and is a graduate of Lighthouse Academy. Sophia received an Associates of Arts degree and is also a Certified Personal Trainer through NASM. She is a lifelong athlete of volleyball, basketball and soccer. With a background in hospitality and human services, she enjoys working alongside people to help meet their goals-both in and out of the gym. She is dedicated to expand her knowledge in training techniques to best serve our clients
How to Purchase a trial
Unlimited Trial
30 Days for $60.
Experience Unlimited Team Training in our large group setting with fun classes that allow everyone to move at their own pace and always enjoy a great workout.
This package is only used at our Honey Creek location