Class Highlights

Personal Training

Personal Training Personal Training at the JCC of Allentown is a great way to improve your physical and mental health. Whether you are recovering from an injury or looking to get in shape, our certified trainers will be encouraging you every step of the way.

Clarence L. Cook

Clarence L. Cook, Fitness Center Manager, is the JCC’s veteran Personal Trainer with over 32 years of experience. As an undergraduate at Moravian, Clarence was inspired by a fellow classmate, professional boxer Louis Rodriquez, to pursue a fitness career. Clarence’s philosophy is focused on the idea that personal training is not only about improving one’s physical health, but also one’s mental health and self confidence. Clarence has a passion for teaching, and looks forward to being your guide as you embark on this journey.

Whether you are a novice, expert or are interested in rehabilitation, C is here for you. Clarence celebrated 25 years at the JCC on January 4, 2008

Clarence’s Certifications include: American Aerobic Association, International Sports Medicine Association (Advanced Trainer)

Dr. Bob Higgins

As a Former Regional Coaching Coordinator for the United States Cycling Federation, Dr. Higgins brings a wealth of experience, education and personal fitness mastery to the JCC. As a licensed cyclist Bob took third place in the South American Master’s Championships in Lima, Peru . His earned doctorate focusing on self-concept issues surrounding athletes and non-athletes should prove useful to his clients at this center. During his many years as a professor in the department of Exercise and Sport Science at both Kutztown and Penn State University , he excelled in his role of promoting life time personal fitness.

Another interesting aspect of Bob’s story was his involvement at the Wingate Institute, Israel ’s national sport’s center. Here, he both trained with and interviewed several of the athletes and coaches who later lost their lives during the Munich Olympic Games. Dr. Bob would be more than pleased to share with you, his personal training clients, a lifetime of passion and knowledge of the fit life.

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