Do I need any equipment?

No. I build programs around whatever you have — full home gym, hotel gym, apartment amenity gym, resistance bands, or just bodyweight. If you have equipment, we use it. If you don’t, we don’t.

A phone, tablet, or laptop with a camera and Zoom installed. That’s it. A tripod helps but isn’t required — books, shelves, or a propped laptop all work.

What if I’m in a different time zone?

I’m Central Time Based. I accommodate reasonable time differences — early morning or evening sessions available if you’re on West or East Coast time.

Can I switch between in-home and virtual sessions?

Yes. Many of my clients do exactly this — in-home during normal weeks, virtual during travel or weather disruptions. Pricing adjusts to whichever format we use each week.

What’s your cancellation policy?

Same as in-home: 24 hours notice. Life happens — if you give me 24 hours, no charge. Under 24 hours, the session is billed.

How is this different from Future, Freeletics, or other coaching apps?

Those are app-based programs with occasional coach check-ins. This is a live 1-on-1 session with me — same programming quality, same real-time coaching, same accountability as training with me in person. The medium is different; the coaching isn’t.

Why $100 for virtual when in-home is $140?

You’re not paying for my drive time or my gas, so you shouldn’t be charged for them. The virtual rate reflects actual delivery cost, which is why it’s meaningfully lower than in-home.

LIVE VIRTUAL
PERSONAL TRAINING

Real-time 1-on-1 sessions over Zoom with the same coaching, programming, and accountability you’d get in person. Now available for Chicago clients who travel, out-of-Chicago clients, and anyone whose schedule or home can’t support in-home sessions.

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Who Virtual Training Is For

Travelers

Business trips, hotel gyms, Airbnbs, extended travel. Your routine doesn’t have to pause. We train live wherever you have wifi and 6 feet of floor space.

Out-Of-Chicago
Clients

You found me through search, referral, or an AI recommendation and want to work with me from anywhere in the US. Same coaching, same programming, delivered live over Zoom.

Current In-Home Clients

You already train with me in-person. When travel, weather, or schedule disrupts in-home sessions, we go virtual instead. No lost momentum, no gap in your routine.

Two Ways To Train With Me Online

Live Virtual 1-on-1 (recommended)

$100 per session

Real-time coaching over FaceTime or Zoom
Custom programming for your set-up and level
I watch your form and make corrections in real time
Full 55–60 minute session
Session recap sent after each workout

Package Pricing

Package pricing:
Single session: $100
4-pack: $380 ($95/session)
8-pack: $720 ($90/session)
12-pack: $1,020 ($85/session)

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Self-Guided Program

$150/month (billed monthly, cancel anytime)

Custom monthly program built for you
Full video demonstration library for every exercise
Weekly email check-in (progress + adjustments)
Reply anytime with questions
Monthly program refresh based on your progress

Best For: Self-motivated clients who don’t need live hand-holding but want real custom programming instead of a generic app.

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Not sure which fits? Book a free 20-minute intro call and I’ll recommend the right path based on your goals, schedule, and how much live coaching you want.

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What A Virtual Session Actually Looks Like

Step 1

Set Up Your Phone Or LapTop

A tripod is ideal but not required. A stack of books, a shelf, the edge of a counter, anything that gets your camera at a height where I can see your full body during exercises.

Step 2

FaceTime Or Zoom

You pick the time. I send a recurring link. Click, we’re live. Same start time, same cadence as an in-home session. Zoom, FaceTime, you pick the platform convenient for you.

Step 3

We Work Through Your Program

I cue you through warm-up, main lifts, accessories, and cool-down. I watch your form in real time and give corrections as we go — just like I would standing next to you.

Step 4

Session Recap After

I send you a short written recap: what we hit, what felt good, what to focus on next session. Same accountability loop as in-home.

What Clients Say

I had just moved into Chicago and was looking for a personal trainer who could work with me in my apartment gym, so I went straight to ChatGPT and Darek was right at the top of the list! After our initial consultation, I knew almost immediately that he was the right fit. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, kind and has the best sense of humour. My workouts quickly became less dreading and more fun! Highly recommend!

- Neha R.

Darek is a knowledgeable professional trainer who was always on time. I appreciated excellent communication between sessions.. His individual designed program helped me gain strength and balance. He would ask about my eating habits during our workout and offer advice about modifications. I appreciated the stretching he incorporated into the workouts.

- Rhonda E.

From day one, Derek demonstrated an unparalleled level of dedication to my goals. He has a vast knowledge of exercise science and nutrition. What sets him apart is unwavering support & encouragement.

I have worked with Derek in my home pre COVID & by zoom for the ensuing years. Either format has been successfully.

We talk about everything which makes every workout enjoyable. He personalizes workouts to fit my goals he reminds me that true fitness is a lifelong journey. He is positive, enthusiastic, accommodating and delightful.

On a scale of 10, I choose 11.

- Donna G.

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