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I have one male client who I train at his home. He has Parkinson's and can not longer come to my studio because the process of getting here is just to much for him.
But I know that that is not the scenario you had in mind when asking this question. I would think twice before training a man at his home unless I know his family (wife), or under circumstances as described above.
It is not so much that I am afraid of an assault but than finding myself in a situation that may invite 'misunderstandings'. In personal training, it can get close, and it is better to be in an enviroment that does not suggest anything but exercise.
But I know that that is not the scenario you had in mind when asking this question. I would think twice before training a man at his home unless I know his family (wife), or under circumstances as described above.
It is not so much that I am afraid of an assault but than finding myself in a situation that may invite 'misunderstandings'. In personal training, it can get close, and it is better to be in an enviroment that does not suggest anything but exercise.
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uhm yes, why wouldn't I? It doesn't matter where I train my clients. Male or Female, their house or mine, gym or outdoors, its all the same to me.
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I train a lot of people of the opposite sex in their homes, and more times than not I wind up working with their significant other as well!
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Hi Lisa
When I have trained males in their homes, I had a prior relationship with them, therefore, I am comfortable with the in-home setting. I never meet men I don't know in their homes for the first consult. I arrange for a meeting elsewhere in a public place first. Naturally, if the man is a referral from a client, as an example, a brother, i have met with him in his home because I knew the family and his reputation.
Danielle
When I have trained males in their homes, I had a prior relationship with them, therefore, I am comfortable with the in-home setting. I never meet men I don't know in their homes for the first consult. I arrange for a meeting elsewhere in a public place first. Naturally, if the man is a referral from a client, as an example, a brother, i have met with him in his home because I knew the family and his reputation.
Danielle
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I haven't had this experience. I don't think I would go to a man's home on my own to train him. Although, I think there are precautions you can take, for me it's not worth the risk.
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A vast majority of my clients are women and I train them in whatever environment works for them and me, including their homes. Not quite the same question, but I also work with girls (minors) but when I do, I insist on the presence of a responsible adult for their comfort and the benefit of all concerned.
LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
lecfitness@yahoo.com
LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
lecfitness@yahoo.com
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Thank you all for the AWESOME responses everyone! I think that the general consensus is that most (if not all) females are more hesitant to train males in their home versus male trainers/female clients.
I’ve personally only trained males that were former clients and that I’ve known them for a period of time, as you never know what’s behind the door when you get there. This is not to say that training unknown females is a 100% guarantee that everything is great, but I feel that as a female, we are more comfortable in this type of situation.
As Danielle said if the person is a family/friend of a client then it’s a little different.
I do know personally of a male trainer who had a client (female) hit on him and although he declined, it did not have a very happy ending for him personally as his integrity was put in question, which was really unfair for him. After that he no longer trained women in their homes but only in an outdoor/gym setting.
I’ve personally only trained males that were former clients and that I’ve known them for a period of time, as you never know what’s behind the door when you get there. This is not to say that training unknown females is a 100% guarantee that everything is great, but I feel that as a female, we are more comfortable in this type of situation.
As Danielle said if the person is a family/friend of a client then it’s a little different.
I do know personally of a male trainer who had a client (female) hit on him and although he declined, it did not have a very happy ending for him personally as his integrity was put in question, which was really unfair for him. After that he no longer trained women in their homes but only in an outdoor/gym setting.
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I talked about that with my husband (also a trainer). He would not train a woman at her home by herself for the very reason you are describing. As personal trainers, our reputation is one of our most important assets, and we cannot afford to have it tarnished by unfounded accusations. There will always be a footnote to some according to the adage: "If there is smoke, there must have been a fire."
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Hi Lisa. I tried to send a comment to your last reply but it was from my Blackberry and contained a couple of typos/errors. I'm resending my Comment as an Answer:
Hi Lisa. You're absolutely right that nothing is 100 percent. Even same-sex training in the home can be a challenge! The bottom-line is that it all comes down to the people involved ( the client and trainer) moreso than it does what sex they are. If you establish a professional relationship, maintain boundaries that you both are comfortable with, and immediately address any issues that may arise, things should go smoothly.
LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
Lecfitness@yahoo.com
Hi Lisa. You're absolutely right that nothing is 100 percent. Even same-sex training in the home can be a challenge! The bottom-line is that it all comes down to the people involved ( the client and trainer) moreso than it does what sex they are. If you establish a professional relationship, maintain boundaries that you both are comfortable with, and immediately address any issues that may arise, things should go smoothly.
LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
Lecfitness@yahoo.com
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The only time I have hesitated was when I had to do a fitness assessment for my bootcamp: my husband drove over to the home with me and it was fine.
As for personal training: my client based is a result of word of mouth,and referrels. I don't get cold calls.
I think it's important to take precautions but I also think it's close minded to say you'd never go to a mans home if you are a female trainer, not all men are perverts!
As for personal training: my client based is a result of word of mouth,and referrels. I don't get cold calls.
I think it's important to take precautions but I also think it's close minded to say you'd never go to a mans home if you are a female trainer, not all men are perverts!
