1501 N Houghton Rd • Tucson, AZ 85749 • Map

     phone: (520) 749-1099 • (888) 416-6115

Ever attempted to reach your fitness goals, but haven't been able to do it on your own? If yes, then it's time to try personal training at La Mariposa!

We offer a wide variety of services and options from our Personal Training Team (see trainers below) including:

  • Training for all ages including Youth & Elderly
  • Individualized program design
  • Fitness Assessments
  • Body Composition
  • Blood Pressure Screening
  • Strength, Flexibility, and Cardio-Fitness Testing
  • Sports Specific Training
  • Pre and Post Natal Training
  • Post-Rehabilitation Training
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation
  • Nutrition Counseling
  • Pilates
  • Stability Ball
  • Resistance training
  • Balance & Flexibility

Call 749-1099 to find out more about personal training at La Mariposa. Results from your fitness program are right around the corner!

By taking advantage of our fantastic Personal Training Program you can:

  • Lose weight
  • Increase muscle mass
  • Decrease body fat
  • Reduce Stress

Personal Trainers

Tiffany Rumel
 Tiffany has worked professionally in the fitness and healthcare industry since 1991, and has been employed as the Director Personal Training at La Mariposa since January of 2000. Tiffany has extensive experience in the rehabilitation of sports related injuries, both surgical and non-surgical in nature; and has additional experience working with pre and postnatal clients.  She also has a background in running that has included marathon and half-marathon competition. Tiffany has completed numerous continuing education courses, some of which included training in the use of stability balls, resistance bands, medicine balls, dumbbells, and plyometrics. She also has experience working with clients of all ages from teenagers to seniors. Tiffany earned a Bachelor's Degree from Oregon State University and a Master's Degree from the University of Arizona; both degrees in Exercise and Sports Science with an emphasis in Athletic Training. She holds certifications as an athletic trainer through the National Athletic Trainer's Association, and as a personal Trainer through ACE.

Tara Alcantara
 Tara has been involved in fitness professionally for over 10 years.  Nationally certified by ACE, she also holds three group fitness certifications, including BODYPUMP & RPM.  Tara is serious about results.  Her clients receive a results-driven training regimen where accountability is reciprocated.  Tara has had substantial experience as well as results with clients interested in fitness competition, weight loss, specific training for performance, and injury rehabilitation.  She strives to make each workout motivational with variety being a key element.  Personally, fitness has always been a part of Tara's life.  She is accomplished in both downhill and cross country mountain biking, wakeboarding, and snowboarding but also enjoys running and taking Les Mills classes.  Tara's philosophy is that fitness has to be a way of life in order to achieve a healthy balance physically and mentally.  "Our bodies will give us in return exactly what we put into them; if it is processed food, empty calories, and inactivity, our bodies will react accordingly - feeling sluggish, bloated, and tired.  If we train our bodies to function optimally and provide the fuel it desires, the result will be to have more energy, feel stronger, and mentally sharper.  It is not necessary to spend hours in the gym, and it certainly helps to find a mode of exercise that is enjoyable.  Soon exercise will become an outlet to relieve stress and an opportunity to do something that is just for you.  Exercise should be something we look forward to, not dread."  Her mission is to help her clients realize their potential as well as the amazing benefits of taking their bodies past what their minds believe they can do.  Her desire is to empower her clients with the knowledge and motivation to live the life of their dreams.  "Ask any of my clients and they'll tell you they work very hard during their training sessions.  They will also tell you they've been able to decrease their body fat, increase their strength and fitness, and achieve more physically than they believed possible."  Tara's approach provides an extremely focused training session to get the most out of every minute.  Each session is created for each individual client and their goals.  She provides as much education as possible so her clients have the knowledge they need to make positive choices each day to keep their health and fitness progressing in the right direction.

"If you haven't worked with a trainer before, expect to be pushed.  But if you keep an open mind and allow yourself to experience something new, you will receive the workout of your life as well as a renewed perspective on what you can accomplish, in the gym and in life!"-Tara

Rachael Franzen
 Rachael has been in the fitness industry for 8 years.  She has her personal training certification through the American Council on Exercise (ACE).  She has also earned group fitness certifications through Les Mills International which have their emphasis in cycling and strength training.  She is currently working on her "Lifestyle and Weight Management Consultant" certification through ACE in order to further assist her clients in their journey to good health.  Rachael also has earned her Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from the University of Arizona.  Her clients range in age and fitness levels, and no client is ever considered too fit or unfit to experience the benefits of personal training.  With an emphasis on overall "functional training", Rachael's clients will be healthier and stronger and feel better in their everyday lives as well as in their sport or competitioin.

"I am a strong believer in the importance of good health and fitness and I have a great desire to share my passion with you.  As your personal trainer, I will assist you in achieving all of your fitness and weight loss goals.  Being a wife and mother of four, I understand the challenges faced when trying to fit exercise into a busy lifestyle, however I also know the rewards of a healthy lifestyle and want to provide ways for you to have fun with exercise, shed pounds, increase energy, and get fit!" - Rachael

Valerie Holley
 Valerie has been in the fitness industry since 1992. She holds national certifications through the Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) in group fitness and personal training; and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) in personal training. Her clients range in age and she works with many clients that have physical limitations.  She has experience working with individuals that suffer from arthritis and Parkinson's disease, as well as those that are post-surgical.  Valerie especially enjoys working with seniors.
"I would love an opportunity to help you attain your goals." -Val

Employment Opportunities

Nationally Certified Personal Trainer needed.  Please send resume and references to La Mariposa • 1501 N Houghton Rd • Tucson, AZ 85749• (attn: Tiffany)