Hi,
I’m an American female looking for a personal trainer mostly to help with motivation and more specific tips on how to work out properly for my body type. I’m already reasonably in shape.
I need someone who is fluent in English, and preferably a female, but I’m not dead-set against a dude. What I DON’T want is the stereotypical Schwarzenegger-built guy, or the too-soft Taiwanese female. You know what i mean. I need someone who knows how to train an athletic Western female.
I don’t want to buy an expensive plan at World Gym… Where can I find a freelance personal trainer who is willing to work out at the cheap, public gyms?
Also, does anyone know what rates are reasonable?
Thanks 
Well judging from your description you might find our services valuable or you might not. Our trainers at Formosa Fitness speak English, they’re strong but not bodybuilders, and they can definitely help anyone reach their fitness goals.
However, our gym is based on quality and our services are priced towards that. To train with our trainers, you’d have to join our gym – either short term or long term – and pay NT750 per session in advance. NT1500 is the going rate for an hour in Taiwan so we’re in line with that and we don’t require you to buy a huge package like most Taiwan gyms.
If that sounds like something you’d be interested in, then shoot me a PM and we can get you started. Thanks.
Hey Leisha!
I’m actually just the person you’ve described, a personal trainer, who speaks English, who isn’t a meathead. 
Formosa Fitness is a really great spot, Dave & the rest of his crew are super helpful & he’s a great space. I went there first when I got to Taiwan, and joined that day. He’s got reasonable rates (VERY reasonable compared to the states;), and a place thats big enough to get the job done, without unnecessary “flare.”
I honestly haven’t toured the local gyms, though an acquaintance of mine told me of a place nearby (in Yong-Ho) that’s cheap and has everything a person could need.
I’d love the opportunity to meet & give you a session on me, we can talk for a bit about your fitness history & goals, I can tell you how I train, and we’ll get a short workout in as well so you can get a taste of how I work.
I’m partial to Formosa Fitness because I know the equipment & owner there, if you’d like to check it out & get a workout in, maybe I could see if Dave would be down with you checking his place out & getting sweaty with me at the same time .
If you’ve already got a favorite spot, let me know. I’d love to see what other spots there are around town, even if I’ve already found my favorite.
The gym I own in the states … “www.crossfit1440.comhttp://www.crossfit1440.com"”
Also, feel free to PM me with any questions!!
Max