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Private Training Studio In Old Town Scottsdale

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By Scottsdale Small Business Excellence Award Program

Raise the Bar Training Studio

About RTB Training Studio

Our Goal is Your Goal:

At Raise The Bar Training Studio, we strive for personalized customer excellence. Our client’s fitness goals always come first. The skilled team of RTB Training Studio personal trainers customize a plan for fitness and nutrition that works with your life demands to help you create a new, healthier lifestyle that gets results in a fun and friendly atmosphere!

Our Mission Revolves Around You:

We strive to improve the lives of individuals of all generations by provide the highest quality private training experience and raising the fitness standards for all.

Meet Our Team

Alec Stewart

Alec has over 5 years of training experience as a rehabilitation tech at a physical therapy center and worked as a Sports Performance Coach at a prestigious sports performance gym in California. He received his Bachelor's in Exercise Science and Sports Performance from Grand Canyon University Alec is dual certified from The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). Drawing from his personal background as a competitive and track and field athlete, Alec specializes in Athletic Sports Performance Training for athletes at the junior high, high school, and collegiate level. He is dedicated to enhancing athletic performance by taking an individualized approach for each athlete. Despite his specialization in athlete training, he enjoys working with all demographics.

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Awarded Trainers of the Year by the City of Scottsdale for the Years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021!

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MIKE BERNKNOPF

Head Trainer

Mike has been a Certified Personal Trainer for 10 years, working with hundreds of clients over the years. He received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from a research intensive program at Arizona State University in 2009. Following graduation, Mike received...

Mike Bernknopf

Mike has been a Certified Personal Trainer for 10 years, working with hundreds of clients over the years. He received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from a research intensive program at Arizona State University in 2009. Following graduation, Mike received three nationally recognized certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine for Corrective Exercise and APEX.  Focusing on a corrective exercise curriculum and bio-individuality, he uses his passion for improving the human condition through exercise and nutrition to optimize individual client’s results. Through continuous research and education, he continues to make a lasting impact on each and every one of his clients.

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BRIAN MCCARTY

Personal Trainer

Working at Raise The Bar Training Studio for over 4 years, Brian is a certified Personal Trainer, specialty in A.A. Exercise Science & Advanced personal training. His interest in personal training began when he sustained a severe injury to his back several years ago...

Brian McCarty

Working at Raise The Bar Training Studio for over 4 years, Brian is a certified Personal Trainer, specialty in A.A. Exercise Science & Advanced personal training. His interest in personal training began when he sustained a severe injury to his back several years ago. Through his process of recovery, he fell in love with strength training and functional movement patterns. This influenced his decision to pursue his degree in 2014 in Advanced Personal Training and Exercise Science at Bryan University. Brian also has extensive experience in athletic recovery for people with disabilities. He uses his expertise to constantly help clients meet and exceed their goals and motivate them to pursue and achieve new ones. He strives to always provide an individualized and positive training experience to all of his clients.

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HANNAH PITHERS

Personal Trainer

Hannah received her BS in Kinesiology and became a full-time certified personal trainer in 2009. She has a background in competitive dance, as well as certifications in yoga, pilates, pre/post-natal training, post abdominal surgery recovery and hernia prevention...

Hannah Pithers

Hannah received her BS in Kinesiology and became a full-time certified personal trainer in 2009.  She has a background in competitive dance, as well as certifications in yoga, pilates, pre/post-natal training, post abdominal surgery recovery and hernia prevention, and most recently, indoor bouldering. She has worked with clients of all ability levels over her career and loves creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. She is passionate about helping people to feel empowered, strong, confident, and capable in every aspect of their fitness!

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MATT PITHERS

Personal Trainer

Matt has been passionate about fitness his whole life, which led him to receive his BS in kinesiology and become a Certified Personal Trainer in 2009. Matt and his wife, Hannah, started their personal training company in Kansas City in 2015...

Matt Pithers

Matt has been passionate about fitness his whole life, which led him to receive his BS in kinesiology and become a Certified Personal Trainer in 2009. He had a short competitive body building career during in which he won two natural body building competitions in 2014. Matt and his wife, Hannah, started their personal training company in Kansas City in 2015, where they trained until 2022.  He specializes in teaching people the importance of functional training, strength, and mobility to help everyone use their body to its full potential for their whole lives. He loves to make fitness approachable for everyone and has a long career of success with clients starting at all ability levels!

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Alec Stewart

Alec has over 5 years of training experience as a rehabilitation tech at a physical therapy center and worked as a Sports Performance Coach at a prestigious sports performance gym in California. He received his Bachelor's in Exercise Science and Sports Performance from Grand Canyon University Alec is dual certified from The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). Drawing from his personal background as a competitive and track and field athlete, Alec specializes in Athletic Sports Performance Training for athletes at the junior high, high school, and collegiate level. He is dedicated to enhancing athletic performance by taking an individualized approach for each athlete. Despite his specialization in athlete training, he enjoys working with all demographics.

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Blaze Hutkin

BLAZE HUTKIN

Personal Trainer

Blaze, as a former Division 1 rugby player at the University of Arizona, he brings extensive athletic experience to his sessions, understanding the commitment required for excellence. Beyond rugby, Blaze has trained with NFL and college football standouts which translate into his....

Blaze Hutkin

Blaze, as a former Division 1 rugby player at the University of Arizona, he brings extensive athletic experience to his sessions, understanding the commitment required for excellence. Beyond rugby, Blaze has trained with NFL and college football standouts which translate into his elite-level insights into fitness and performance. He emphasizes functional mobility and strength training to help you achieve goals and enhance overall well-being. With certifications in Strength & Conditioning, Corrective Exercise, and Nutrition, he crafts personalized programs tailored to your needs, whether you're aiming to build strength, improve mobility, or enhance overall fitness.

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ROBERT VAN ALLEN

Owner

Robert & Dianna have been married for 24 years and have 3 children. Robert has been in the finance industry for 25 years and Dianna has been a Nurse for the last 15 years. Both have a strong interest in the fitness industry and enjoy weightlifting, hiking, and yoga. They are looking forward to joining you at Raise The Bar!

ROBERT VAN ALLEN

Robert & Dianna have been married for 24 years and have 3 children. Robert has been in the finance industry for 25 years and Dianna has been a Nurse for the last 15 years.  Both have a strong interest in the fitness industry and enjoy weightlifting, hiking, and yoga. They are looking forward to joining you at Raise The Bar!

 
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Dianna Van Allen

DIANNA VAN ALLEN

Owner

Robert & Dianna have been married for 24 years and have 3 children. Robert has been in the finance industry for 25 years and Dianna has been a Nurse for the last 15 years. Both have a strong interest in the fitness industry and enjoy weightlifting, hiking, and yoga. They are looking forward to joining you at Raise The Bar!

DIANNA VAN ALLEN

Robert & Dianna have been married for 24 years and have 3 children. Robert has been in the finance industry for 25 years and Dianna has been a Nurse for the last 15 years.  Both have a strong interest in the fitness industry and enjoy weightlifting, hiking, and yoga. They are looking forward to joining you at Raise The Bar!

 
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