Semi-Private Training.
Personal attention. Team Energy
Personal training in a small group setting.
You get your own program. Your own coach. Your own attention.
But you train alongside 1-2 other people, which means team energy, shared accountability, and a lower price than 1-on-1 training.
What Is Semi-Private Training?
Semi-private training (SPT) is personalized coaching in a small group format.
Here's how it works:
You train with 1 or 2 other people (max 3 people per session)
Everyone has their own individualized program
One coach manages the session and coaches each person
You get personal attention, corrections, and adjustments—just not 100% of the coach's time
Think of it as: Personal training with a few workout buddies.
what you get with semi-private training
- You stop guessing what to doYour program is built for YOUR goals and body. No more wasted workouts wondering if you're doing the right thing.
- You never train aloneYou show up to familiar faces who know your name. Shared energy and accountability without the chaos of a big group.
- You get stronger, consistentlyYour coach tracks your lifts, adjusts your weights, and ensures you're progressing every week. You see measurable results.
- You feel capable againDaily tasks get easier. You move better. You feel confident in your body. That's the point.
- You get expert eyes in every sessionEvery session is coached start to finish. You get cues, corrections, and adjustments in real time. You're never just handed a workout.
- You save time and moneyLess than the cost of 1-on-1 training. All the personal attention you actually need. No wasted gym sessions figuring it out alone.
What Semi-Private Training Looks Like
Your Initial Sessions
Everyone starts with our 4-session on-ramp program. This isn't just an assessment—it's your foundation.
What happens during your on-ramp:
We assess your movement patterns, range of motion, and current fitness level
We learn about your injury history, limitations, and specific goals
You learn our coaching system and how we run sessions
You get familiar with the equipment and basic movement patterns
You meet other members and start building rapport
We build your individualized program based on everything we learn
By the end of your on-ramp, you're ready to train confidently in your regular SPT sessions.
Your Training Sessions
Frequency: Most clients train 1x per week (you can add more)
Session length: 60 minutes
Group size: 2-3 people per session (capped at 3)
What happens in a session:
General warm-up altogether
Specific warm-up for your workout
Coaching & Workout
Mobility and cool-down
Your coach manages the session, provides cues and corrections, tracks your progress, and adjusts your program over time.
Your Programming
Your program is built for YOU:
Your goals (strength, range of motion, conditioning, balance, etc.)
Your injury history and limitations
Your current fitness level
Everyone in your SPT session will be doing different exercises. You're not following the same workout as everyone else.
You train alongside others, but you follow your own plan.
What to Expect
Weeks 1-2: Learning Your Baseline
Focus: Movement quality, technique, and establishing a training rhythm.
What you'll notice:
You're getting to know your training partners
Your coach is learning your movement patterns and adjusting your program
You're building consistency and confidence
Weeks 3-8: Building Strength & Momentum
Focus: appropriate weights and volume, solidifying habits.
What you'll notice:
You're getting noticeably stronger
Training feels like part of your routine (not something you debate)
Daily tasks feel easier
You look forward to your training days
Weeks 9-12: The New Normal
Focus: Continued progression, building capacity
What you'll notice:
You feel capable and confident
Your training partners feel like teammates
You've built a foundation you can maintain
You're ready to keep progressing
Who Semi-Private Training Is Perfect For
Former Athletes
You used to have a team. A coach. A plan.
Now you're winging it at the gym—and it's not working.
SPT gives you back the structure and team feel you've been missing.
You don't need someone holding your hand through every rep. But you do need a plan that makes sense and teammates who show up when you do.
Structure Seekers
You're tired of guessing what to do at the gym.
You've tried group classes—too chaotic.
You've tried training alone—too isolating.
You've considered 1-on-1 training—but it feels like overkill.
SPT is the sweet spot you've been looking for.
You get coaching and structure without feeling like you need maximum hand-holding. You get team energy without getting lost in a crowd.
Feeling lost
You used to know what to do. Now every workout feels like guessing.
You don't need motivation. You need a plan that works and a coach who handles the thinking.
SPT lets you show up and execute.
No guesswork. No wasted time. Just clear progression. Your coach handles the programming. You handle the training.
How Semi-Private Training Compares
Semi-Private Training vs. Personal Training
Semi-Private:
Small group (2-3 people)
Individualized program, but you train alongside others
$216/month (1x/week) or $433/month (2x/week)
Personal Training:
1-on-1 every session
100% of coach's attention
Best for: significant injuries, rehab, or maximum customization needs
$606/month (2x/week)
Bottom line: If you don't need 1-on-1 attention, SPT gives you most of the benefits at a lower cost.
Pricing & Commitment
SPT 1x/week: $216/month
SPT 2x/week: $433/month
SPT + Group Hybrid: $324/month (1x SPT + Group 2 days/week)
Month-to-month membership (no long-term contracts).
You Can Reclaim Your Fitness, Too
“The coaches here get it.”
“If joining a gym feels scary to you, this is the place for you. If you're comfortable in a gym and want to gain strength and mobility, this is the place for you, too.”
Amy P.
“I'm seeing results.”
“The environment is positive, the coaching is superb. I'm seeing results faster than expected. I feel great.”
Adam P.
“You will not be disappointed”
“I am so grateful that I discovered Timber & Steel, it has truly changed my life. My experience here is hands down the best gym experience that I have ever had.”
Niki H.
Frequently Asked Questions
-
That's fine. Everyone has their own program. You might be deadlifting while someone else is doing single-leg work. Your coach manages the session so everyone gets what they need.
-
Mostly, yes. We try to keep SPT groups consistent so you build rapport and accountability. But occasionally groups shift based on schedules.
-
Your coach works around it. Your program is designed for YOUR body. If something flares up, your coach adjusts that day.
-
Yes. Many SPT clients add group classes for extra training volume. That's the Hybrid membership ($324/month for 1x SPT + Group 2 days/week).
-
If you have significant injuries, are rehabbing from surgery, or need maximum customization—personal training.
If you're generally healthy and want personalized programming with team energy—semi-private.
We'll help you decide on your intro call.
-
No. We've had complete beginners start in semi-private training. Your coach scales everything to your level.
-
We recommend at least 2 twice a week but 3 is optimal for most people. This is why a Hybrid of SPT and group training is a great option for most people.
-
We'll work with you to reschedule or drop into another SPT session that week.
-
Yes. Many people start in SPT, then decide to add group classes (Hybrid) or switch to personal training if they need more customization.
