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Who We Are-Wellness Professionals, Trainers, Coaches

Trainers Who Care!

Personal trainers can help you reach your health and fitness goals. Ascension Fitness & Coaching® trainers and coaches deliver in-person and online sessions in your home, office, personal space, and deliver programs and services to your devices. We specialize and provide customized plans in post rehabilitation, weight loss, and general strength and conditioning. We improve fitness and body composition by using physical training, nutritional changes, and improvements in mindset to help you achieve your goals. Our trainers and coaches are dedicated professionals who are passionate about helping people achieve healthy and fit lifestyles.

Our trainers and coaches take the time to get to know our clients. You are more than a name and billable training hours. Ascension Fitness & Coaching® trainers and coaches are there every step of the way as you journey towards achieving your goals. We understand that every individuals body adapts and reacts to exercise and nutrition differently and we keep that in mind when developing your exercise and nutrition plans.

What Are Our Trainers and Coaches Passionate About?

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® prides itself in providing a friendly, compassionate and effective training and coaching environment. We have over 16 years of experience in helping people achieve and maintain their goals. We have made a commitment to work with special populations to help you improve your quality of life. This includes individuals with specific medical and physical needs and who require a greater level of supervision. This includes individuals who suffer from but not limited to the following; chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, asthma, hypertension, obesity, and extends to individuals with injuries, as well as pregnant and post partum women.

“You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.”

– Serena Williams

For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. -1Timothy 4:8

Knowledgeable Training Expertise

Our trainers and coaches have 16+ years of experience and success in helping individuals set realistic and attainable goals. Ascension Fitness & Coaching® currently serves Ocean County for in person training and offers online training for those individuals outside of our training territory.

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® Trainer and Coaches Specialize; but are not limited to the following as we continue to expand our education to better serve our clients needs.

  • Personal Training
  • Corrective Exercise Specialization
  • Nutrition
  • Weight Loss
  • Performance Enhancement
  • Group Fitness
  • Behavior Change
  • Trainers, Instructors, and Coaches are required to be CPR/AED Certified and are Required to carry Liability Insurance.

Internal Certifications

Our trainers and coaches go through extensive internal education and training. They must pass Ascension Fitness & Coaching® certification exams with 90% or better. Our exams are based on several hours of hands on training, classes, workshops, group activities, a final exam and a final practical.

Ascension Program Certifications

  • Ascension 21 Jumpstart®
  • Ascension 30 Day Shred®
  • Ascension Lifestyle Transformation®
  • Ascension Beast Mode®
  • Ascension Revolution 12®
  • Ascension 52 for Me®
  • Ascension Steps to Success®
  • Ascension Mentorship®

Ascension Group Fitness Certifications

  • Ascension Fusion®
  • Ascension Incinerator®
  • Ascension Sizzle®
  • Ascension Ignite®
  • Ascension Inferno®
  • Ascension Nuclear®
  • Ascension Detonate®
  • Ascension Raw®
  • Ascension Terminator®
  • Ascension Annihilator®

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® trainers & coaches stand out in their fields?

Careers at Ascension Fitness & Coaching®

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® trainers and coaches have received the proper certifications and continuing education courses to stay current in the field. Our trainers and coaches also have individually 16+ years of experience helping people like you achieve your desired results.

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® trainers and coaches are deeply committed to making a difference in the lives of the women and men they interact with. They are genuinely invested in everyone’s success.

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® and Calvary Connection, LLC take pride in the fact that we have a family like atmosphere while maintaining professional boundaries and as a result we have developed beautiful and amazing relationships with our clients.

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® Affiliate Program

Our programs and services have been used by fitness and health professionals in Bergen and Sussex counties to help their clients and patients achieve personal and lasting success.

*For more information on the Ascension Fitness & Coaching® Affiliate Program please contact our Enrollment Department at (609) 549-2707 or email info@ascensionfc.com.

What Our Affiliates Say About Ascension Fitness & Coaching®

“If you are looking to change your life, not just in one area, but your entire life—then Ascension Fitness & Coaching® is your choice for Wellness and overall health and fitness. The coaches your work with ensure that you are constantly moving forward, reaching your personal goals and achieving results.” -Sussex County Affiliate


“The Owner, takes pride in her company and her team, putting the wellness of her members first. By choosing Ascension Fitness & Coaching® you are choosing the path to total Wellness for a complete Lifestyle Change.”-Sussex County Affiliate

We require all potential employees to be certified by one of the following schools;

  • AFPA
  • NASM
  • ACE

*we currently do not accept certifications from institutions not listed above.

Individuals who are in the process of seeking certification may apply to our Ascension Fitness & Coaching® Internship Program. You must provide proof that you are enrolled and actively seeking your certification with one of the above listed schools. We have two levels of internship; basic and advanced.

Our basic internship consists of a professional learning experience for practical work related learning experience. This level has minimal clerical and administrative duties involved. This is an unpaid level of internship with the goal of being offered a full-time position within our institution upon completion of certification.

Our advanced internship consists of a professional learning experience for practical work related learning experience. This level has minimal clerical and administrative duties involved. The advanced level is for individuals who previously held certifications, who may be lapsed in continuing education credits, and who are currently seeking to be certified again. This is a paid internship with the goal of being offered a full-time position within our institution upon completion of certification. Pay is based on qualifications and prior experience in the field.

For more information regarding internships please call our Enrollment Department at (609) 549-2707 or email info@ascensionfc.com.

*interns are required to hold a current CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross and carry their own liability insurance.

For information regarding administrative or creative position within Ascension Fitness & Coaching® or Calvary Connection, LLC call our Enrollment Department at (609) 549-2707 or email info@ascensionfc.com.

Your Success is Our Goal

We understand that adapting new fitness habits is difficult and often times fails. Our goal is to change your view on fitness, so that it becomes part of who you are and your lifestyle. We strongly believe that if you practice healthy habits, you will be able to obtain a healthy lifestyle. 

We pride ourselves in developing long-lasting relationships with our clients. At Ascension Fitness & Coaching® we make it a point to understand our clients specific needs, their unique personality and lifestyle in order to develop plans that are geared to achieving their individual goals. We are by no means a cookie cutter training program offering every client the same basic programs and plans to follow. We understand that everyone who comes to us, comes with their own story of success and failure at achieving their health and fitness goals. New clients have their very personal experiences with health and fitness and each one requires a personalized approach.

Our trainers and coaches understand the importance of keeping our clients in the know, which is why educating our clients on the what, how, and why we prescribe certain programs and plans is one of our initial focal points. We provide an environment that fosters support, understanding, and compassion. No one should experience judgment regarding their current circumstances.

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® trainers and coaches look forward to walking along side our clients as they grow because its exciting and inspiring to watch someone make progress and achieve success. Our goal is to help you enhance your life by providing you with a high-quality training and coaching experience.

Head over to our Client Page to see what they say about working with us…..

Things to consider…..

Twelve Components to A Fitness Program

  • Inspiration: the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something.
  • Aspiration: a hope or ambition of achieving something.
  • Passion: a strong feeling about something or strong belief in something.
  • Mindset: a mental inclination or disposition, or frame of mind.
  • Patience: the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset.
  • Focus: a central point, as of attraction, attention, or activity.
  • Discipline: activity, exercise, or regimen that develops or improves a skill.
  • Practice: habitual or customary performance; operation.
  • Determination: the quality of being resolute; firmness of purpose.
  • Perspiration: to keep it simple your sweet (a result of your hard work).
  • Perseverance: steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a stat, etc. especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.
  • Consistency: steadfast adherence to the same principles, course, form, etc.
  • Action: something done or performed; act; deed. Habitual or usual acts; conduct.
  • Cardiovascular Endurance: how effectively your heart, blood vessels, and lungs supply oxygen rich blood to working muscles during physical activity for a prolonged period of times.
  • Muscular Endurance: the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to sustain repeated contractions against a resistance for an extended period.
  • Muscular Strength: the amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximal effort.
  • Flexibility: the range of motion for a given joint.
  • Body Composition: the proportion of fat and non-fat mass in your body. Used to describe the percentages of fat, water, and muscles in the body.
  • Speed: the ability to cover a distance in a short amount of time.
  • Agility: the ability to change the position of your body and control movement of your whole body.
  • Coordination: the integration of eye, hand and foot movements.
  • Balance: the ability to keep an upright posture while either standing still or moving.
  • Power: the ability to perform with strength at a rapid pace. Strength and speed are both involved in power.
  • Stamina: (also known as endurance) a key component of physical fitness. A physical and mental state that requires physical training and mental focus.
  • Accuracy: a component of fitness that is skill based and refers to your ability to control the movement in a fixed direction and at a fixed intensity.

How We Help You Achieve Personal Success

  • Education
  • Encouragement
  • Accountability
  • Scientifically Sound Exercise Prescription
  • Results Driven Programs

Components of Personal Success

Head over to our Enrollment Process page for more information…..

31 So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.-1 Corinthians 10:31

Do you want to train live and in person….

Components of Personal Success

Head over to our Special Programs page to see what live in person programs and services we offer.

“The challenge is not to be perfect—it is to be whole.” -Jane Fonda

“Today I will do what others won’t so tomorrow I can do what others can’t” -Jerry Rice

In Person Training

We understand that adapting new fitness habits is difficult and often times fails. Our goal is to change your view on fitness, so that it becomes part of who you are and your lifestyle. We strongly believe that if you practice healthy habits, you will be able to obtain a healthy lifestyle.  We currently offer live in person training to the following areas; Toms River, Brick, Manchester, Point Pleasant, Beachwood, Berkeley, Howell.

60 minute sessions: General Strength & Conditioning $135.00 per session, Weight Loss $159.00, and Post Rehabilitation $179.00 per session *all post rehabilitation and weight loss clients are required to book 60 minute sessions due to the amount of time is requires to maneuver through routines in a safe and effective manner.

Discounts Offered: Military, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Teachers, Medical Community and Government Employees 15% off total program and service cost. We also offers these individuals 10% off Ascension Fitness & Coaching® products.

Please call (609) 549-2707 or email info@ascensionfc.com to reschedule your appointment and not forfeit your training or service session.

For more information regarding Ascension Fitness & Coaching® policies and procedures please click the more information link below to be redirected to our polices and procedures page.

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® Coaching Programs

General Information for Coaching Program(s) and Service(s)

We understand that adapting new habits is difficult and often times fails. Our goal is to change your view on your personal struggles, obstacles, and challenges, so that you can make the mindset and behavior changes to become successful.

Some of the benefits from having a coach include but are not limited to the following;

Focusing On You– working with a coach will give you the time and space needed to examine your personal thoughts and feelings. During your time with your coach you will explore creative ideas to that complement your objectives.

Personal Development– The benefits associated with our coaching and mentoring are endless. Your coach will help you stay focused and motivated. Coaches encourage you to tackle the obstacles and tasks that would otherwise be left unresolved.

Established Goals & Momentum– Coaching helps you define in a clear manner the goals and aspirations you have for yourself, and actively work towards them.

Engagement– This unique relationship provides feedback and encouragement that keeps you focused on the task at hand. This level of engagement increases an individuals level of productivity.

Unbiased Input– Our friends and family can be a great source of support but often it is difficult for them to be unbiased in their feedback. Unbiased feedback can often be the key to helping your perspective to see things differently.

Accountability– We believe that this can be one of the greatest assets of coaching that can create change on personal and professional levels.

For our Advanced Fitness Professionals client they will also experience but not limited to the following;

  • An increase in productivity
  • Increased customer service
  • Increased retention of senior people
  • Reduction in costs
  • Increased bottom line profitability
  • Working relationships with their direct reports
  • Working relationships with their manager
  • Team-building
  • Reduction in conflict
  • Business Relationships with clients

Coaching Service Fees: each session will be held by phone or live virtual for a duration of 60 minutes. The following fees are per session rates.

*Discounts offered for packages purchased and sessions that are pre-paid or enrolled into our EFT billing option. Clients who purchase packages do receive unlimited text and email support in between sessions when enrolled into a coaching program.

  • Weight Loss Nutrition- $149.00 per session
  • Weight Loss Mindset & Behavior-$129.00 per session
  • Personal Trainer- $129.00 per session
  • Life- $159.00 per session
  • Advanced Fitness Professional- $249.00 per session

Please speak with and Enrollment Specialist regarding coaching packages that offer a discounted per session rate for purchasing session in groups. We also may have discounts you are qualified for and that will be applied for enrolling into a commitment with Ascension Fitness & Coaching®. To contact our Enrollment Specialist please call (732) 475-4670 or email info@ascensionfc.com.

Discounts Offered: Military, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Teachers, Medical Community and Government Employees 15% off total program and service cost. We also offers these individuals 10% off Ascension Fitness & Coaching® products.

Why Use Online Programs

Why Use Online Personal Training? We pride ourselves on offering an online training experience with the same level of professional training you would receive in person. Our focus is on providing a professional, client focused online training environment that is informative, simple to use and easy to follow. Online personal training is a smart investment in your health and fitness. The programs provide a high level of flexibility, convenience , and affordability without compromising the knowledge, experience, or results achieved.

Benefits of Online Personal Training with Ascension Fitness & Coaching®

Our extensive intake and enrollment process affords us and you the opportunity to make sure our program, services, and professionals are a great fit with your needs and goals. We are not in the business of enrolling clients for the sake of enrolling them. We want success stories and we want you to be one of them.

Professional Advice- a professional will work with you to customize and tailor a program that will best suit your needs, lifestyle, and goals.

Communication- thanks to phones, text messages, emails, chat, Facebook, Duo, Skype and others digital platforms you will be able to communicate with your trainer on a regular basis. Our trainers will respond to any message received within 24 hours.

Personal Attention- of course you need to be a bit more motivated on your end when working with a trainer online however our trainers are experts at keeping you focused and goal oriented during your training sessions. They will demand the absolute best from you every session. They will also be closely monitoring your form, technique, and intensity just to name a few things.

Flexible- once your program has been prescribed you can train when and where you want. We will match you with a trainer who can meet your time demand.

Cost Effective- if you are on a tight budget the cost of online training is significantly lower than in person training. So for you budget friendly folk our online platform provides you with the experts, support, convenience and financially friendly option.

There are a number of benefits to personal training online however it would be wise to understand that it is not a fit for everyone. You must be motivated and hardworking in order to see results. The same could be said of in person training. You have to already have a willingness to do the work required to see results. This is not for the individual who constantly makes excuses for not following though on their commitments.

Why Use Our Coaching Services?

We understand that adapting new habits is difficult and often times leads to failure and self doubt. Our coaching programs offer a safe space that is reliable and supportive. Reach your full potential by recognizing and eliminating the road blocks in your personal and professional life.


Coaching sessions are tailored to meet your unique needs and are not by any means cookie cutter. We offer Nutrition Coaching, Lifestyle Coaching, Mindset & Behavior Coaching, Life Coaching, Personal Trainer Consultation, and Business Coaching (Advanced Fitness Professionals). We also offer Christian coaching programs and services through our sister company Kingdom Women Coaching®, DBA.

11 Reasons to hire a coach…..

  1. Maintaining balance in your life requires commitment and a coach can offer tools and resources for success.
  2. Focus on your future and development of new patterns of thinking and acting.
  3. Clear and objective perspective into the areas you need to improve.
  4. Transitions often cause us to challenge ourselves or reexamine our sense of self. Coaches help us examine the constructs we have created.
  5. Compassionate and safe place for you to grieve.
  6. Help stripping down the layers to your identity and dissolving self-limiting patterns and beliefs.
  7. Break free of self-defeating assumptions and re-frame your competing drives.
  8. Overcome actions that sabotage your desires, plans and dreams.
  9. Support through fear, resistance and the panic that can arise.
  10. Clear the crazy mind chatter in your head that screams you are not good enough.
  11. Breakthrough old defenses and help you face challenges head on.

“The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.” -Brian Herbert

Spiritual Direction

Spiritual Direction is a time you share with your Christian coach and share what is happening in your relationship with God in the midst of life events. This is a focus on your developing relationship with God and how you personally communicate with Him.

Please visit our sister company Kingdom Women Coaching® for coaching programs lead by our Christian Coaches.

Individual Coaching , Small Group Coaching , Online Personal Development & Empowerment Courses, and Spiritual Direction Program will explore topics related to Christian life by way of His Word, His Worship, promotion of a personal relationship with our Lord and Savior, belief in the works of the Holy Spirit, and the importance of fellowship with other believers.

For more information, please visit Kingdom Women Coaching®, DBA website by clicking button below.

More About Us

As a faith centered fitness company we are here to help our members understand that physical improvements are only a part of total wholeness. We encourage a spiritual recovery and growth as a critical component of health and lasting lifestyle changes. Spiritual examination is a crucial part of the journey towards measurable outcomes. We do not apologize for our Christian faith but rather celebrate it and give all credit to Christ Jesus for our personal success and the success of our community. Community members who require spiritual direction or support can visit our sister company Kingdom Women Coaching® to meet with a Christian coach or enroll in a Christian Coaching Course.

“Perfection is not attainable, but is we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” – Vince Lombardi

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Mission Statement

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® believes in a mind, body, spirit, and soul approach to health and fitness. We provide top level fitness training and education personalized to each client’s abilities and capabilities. Our goal is to deliver scientifically sound and results driven fitness and nutrition programs. We strive to provide you with a positive and memorable experience. We created a health and fitness environment where every member is accepted, respected and valued.

Vision Statement

Ascension Fitness & Coaching® exists to provide high quality of service at a reasonable rate to members of the public. We provide a professional, supportive and innovative service for clients to succeed in achieving their goals.

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Training Philosophy

Keep moving forward, show up as your maximum selves and love thyself throughout your journey. Life will present you with obstacles and challenges to your mind, body and spirit. Train in manner to overcome these obstacles and conquer these challenges. Understand that you have been equipped by God with all you need in order to be successful.


Statement of Faith

We believe the Bible to be the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God.

We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit.

We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory.

We believe that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, regeneration of the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential.

We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life.

We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved unto the resurrection of life and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation.

We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.