Northwest Barbell

From the very first session, Jesse brought the kind of passion and energy that lights a fire under you—even on the days you’d rather do anything but train. He’s not just knowledgeable (which he is, endlessly), he’s also incredibly encouraging, positive, and genuinely invested in your growth.

I’d fallen out of my fitness routine and honestly felt a bit defeated. But Jesse never judged—he met me where I was at and built me up with a custom plan that actually made sense for me. No cookie-cutter programs. Just expert guidance, smart progression, and a whole lot of motivation.

What sets Jesse apart is his ability to push you without ever making you feel like you’re not enough. He celebrates every win, checks in on your mindset, and brings real enthusiasm to every session.

Highly, HIGHLY recommend Jesse to anyone who wants a coach that actually cares—and knows what he’s doing. He’s the real deal!

I started working with Jesse in January 2024, and since then, I’ve achieved all-time PRs while deepening my understanding of training and program structure. Initially, I sought out a trainer to address flexibility and mobility limitations. Having worked with Jesse before, I knew he was the right choice, and I couldn’t have found a better fit. Jesse took the time to understand my challenges and put genuine thought into developing the best solutions for me. Not only have I accomplished every goal I set, but I’ve also far exceeded what I thought was possible. Through my time with Jesse, I’ve come to appreciate the depth, complexity, and freedom that training offers. Beyond just a coach, Jesse has been my biggest supporter. He’s always ready to offer advice, celebrate accomplishments, and push me beyond my limits. His encouragement has been invaluable, and I genuinely can’t recommend him enough as a trainer. Thanks to his guidance, I’m beyond happy with the progress I’ve made in the gym.

I have been working with Jesse for the past two years. I started working with Jesse due to a small injury in the shoulder. Jesse gave me some advice to help work on mobility moves to help with the muscles. I was please with the outcome that I start to work with Jesse to help me tone up again. I have been in gyms and know my away around on some equipment. Now I enjoy lifting weights and challenging myself each time I go to the gym and workout out. I have a few coworker who I workout with and we encourage each other as we train together. If you are thinking of a trainer who will listen to my goals, Jesse is your guy. He tailors a plan to help you meet your goals and push you a bit more because Jesse knows your limits .

I began training with Jesse in June 2023 with very little previous experience in lifting weights. Jesse was excellent at teaching the basics in a way that was easy to understand, yet placed high emphasis on proper technique and safety. As I started wanting to achieve some personal goals, Jesse was very supportive and worked to ensure I could obtain them, giving lots of feedback, and encouragement along the way. He helped me to achieve PR’s on squat, bench, and deadlift for the first time and meet my goal of being able to do consecutive full push-ups for the first time in my life. In the (nearly) 18 months I’ve been training with Jesse, I have seen big physical changes in myself, and the impact strength training has had on my life has been huge. I feel strong, have so much more energy, clarity (no brain fog), great sleep, better nutrition, and it has been great for my mental health. Jesse has helped me gain confidence, allowing me to believe that I can do more than I think, and inspired me to try new things I never would have done before. I feel the best I’ve ever felt, and genuinely enjoy the workouts he creates. This has become a lifestyle for me that I foresee keeping for years to come. Jesse is extremely knowledgeable and passionate at his craft. He excels as a coach, is patient, and willing to listen and answer any questions. I also appreciate his ability to push and challenge me, yet always in a very positive way. I have had a wonderful experience having Jesse as a coach. I completely trust him and know that he wants the best for his clients, and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to strength train.

Jesse has coached me since the beginning of 2019, and it has been a life-changing experience. When I initially came to Jesse, my goals were to understand the fundamentals of weightlifting properly. In doing so, I gradually improved my techniques for different exercises such as bench press and deadlift. When being coached by Jesse, his levels of expertise, proficiency, and professionalism are very advanced, allowing for more developments and improvements to be evident amongst myself. In addition, Jesse approaches personal goals and aspirations constructively, forming a positive relationship between Jesse and his clients. Jesse has placed endless hours, days, and years into coaching me; as a result, weightlifting is a gift I truly value and will continue in the future. I highly recommend Northwest Barbell to anyone looking for an elite private coach who will help you achieve your goals and completely transform you.