Finally get the strength you’ve been wanting.
I can help you build strength and resilience to overcome pain and performance gaps, so you can return to sport, travel, or play.
Perhaps you’re dealing with everyday pain with the activities you like to do, or you want to feel better about your body again. By working with me, you’ll learn where your individual imbalances are and how to address them, so you can feel capable and empowered again.
I found Snow after herniating at L4/L5 for the second time in 5 years. I had done multiple rounds of physical therapy and cortisone shots. My second herniation was devastating to me and I was afraid to move my body. I had thought that the workouts that I had been doing were helping to develop the core strength that I needed to not re-injure. In reality the cortisone had really just been masking further damage and I was reinforcing a lifetime of bad habits. It was suggested to me that a personal trainer could be beneficial.
After speaking with a few trainers, Snow and I decided we would work together. I AM SO GRATEFUL. Snow is hypercompetent, is able to take in the limitations that her clients may have to overcome and build a personalized program to help bring you back up to a level of functionality.
Our exercises change and vary every session, which is great for me because the variability keeps it interesting and engaging. We work on mobility and flexibility, which has been a game changer for me and foundational in the progress I have been able to make recovery from an injury. Snow is the exact bridge I needed between physical therapy and the real world.
In just two months, I can feel the difference in my strength and abilities. We also work heavily on proper body mechanics, which has been imperative in my recovery. Snow is able to pivot with ease the day of a session if my back is flaring and I love that. I never feel like I can’t go to the gym because I know that there is always something I can work on because she has given me that confidence. I have been so thrilled with the results that I bought my husband a 5 pack of sessions with her and he is also super stoked with his progress! – Kate P
Ready to See Real Change?
You’re putting in effort…but not seeing the results you want. Maybe you’re following online or group class workouts that don’t quite fit your needs, or you’ve tried strength training before and felt unsure if you were doing it right.
You might be:
- Someone who’s overcoming an injury, and looking how to learn the proper mechanics of moving your body so you can transition safely back to fitness.
- A female experiencing the hormonal shifts of peri-menopause and learning how strength training can help rebalance your body.
- An endurance athlete ready to build more strength and power strategically without the risk of “overtraining”,
- A busy mom trying to regain strength and confidence after pregnancy, but needs a program that delivers results with minimum training time.
- Or you may be an athlete who may be experiencing occasional pain and want to truly assess what your strength imbalances and mobility limitations are and how to correct them.
- Someone who wants to make the most of their time in the gym and see real progress.
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re in the right place.
Not seeing results with what you’ve already tried?
Plateaus and lack of progress can stem from doing the wrong type of training for your individual needs. In fact, your body may become more stressed, or more prone to injury when the training doesn’t match what your functional capacity is. In order to know what YOU need to see progress, we start with an assessment of the following:
What are your flexibility and mobility limitations?
Often people dive into a fitness program and try movements that they think are working, but may be doing harm if the proper moving mechanics and end ranges of motions aren’t there. In our first session, we do a comprehensive flexibility and mobility assessment to see where you need to scale and where you might be compensating with lack of functional mechanics.
What is your capacity and load?
There are things that you can’t control, yet things that you can control to help you progress. Often, the loads and stresses in our life can add up until we are at max capacity. I’ll help you deep dive into how to look at and reduce the loads and stresses while helping you increasing your overall capacity and capability to move better.
Gain Insight from an Experienced Lifter
From winning national and world championships, setting multiple records in weightlifting, to winning age groups in long distance triathlons, I have experienced the type of training and progressions needed to succeed and see tangible results from lifting weights.
Do you have strength imbalances that we need to address?
If one side of your body is significantly working harder or less than the other, then do you think this could affect how you move day to day in terms of posture, loading joints equally, or occasional pain? I also help assess imbalances in your strength in push-pull-squat-hinge mechanics so you are more informed about how to address these.
Train to support your lifestyle.
Maybe you are already active (hiking, biking, running or skiing) and need strength work to supplement what you are doing. I ensure our training complements your activities so you feel more energetic and well-recovered, without feeling overtrained.
Get to Know Me as a Coach
I know it can be hard to tell if a coach is the right fit. Here’s a quick video I created on learning the deadlift as part of my Barbells for Beginners program to get a feel for my coaching style.
Here’s what working together looks like:
My goal is to make training simple, effective, and tailored to you. No cookie cutter training plans here! I customize our sessions or remote coaching options based on where you are at, so you can finally see the progress you’ve been looking for.
Step 1: Let’s Talk.
Start with a no-sweat 15-minute consultation with me to tell me about your goals and aspirations. The sky is the limit here!
Step 2: Assess & Build Your Plan
Assess your mobility limitations and strength imbalances first, and develop a plan to build around your unique challenges.
Step 3: Ascend!
Finally see progress because we’re addressing the areas you’ve overlooked. Feel great about the progress you’re making – you’ve earned it!
Real Stories. Real Strength.
You should feel ecstatic about the progress that you are making, and leave each session with me feeling accomplished! Hear what my clients have to say:
“Snow’s introduction to weightlifting was incredibly helpful for me! Her expertise in breaking down the technique and phases of complex lifts step-by-step was invaluable. In addition, the drills she provided were simple enough for solo practice, yet effective enough to integrate into overall technique in the areas I was weakest and most hesitant. This experience provided a stable foundation for me to understand how to both safely and efficiently enhance my strength for the complex and technical lifts. Highly recommend working with Snow!”
– Giulia Conte
“Working with Snow to improve my bench press has been a total game-changer, not just for my bench but across the board. Since training with her, I’ve seen major progress. In fact, I just hit a lifetime PR of 167 lbs, over a 20lb increase since starting with Snow. Not only have I made my bench press goals so far, but I’m seeing it in my strict press, ring dips and push-ups. Her programming is smart, focused and effective-and her coaching style is next level. Snow doesn’t just give cues, she teaches you how to move better, train smarter, and show up stronger every time. She’s world-class, literally!
– Abbegale Paiken
“Snow is FANTASTIC! Her kindness and knowledge are unparalleled. As an actor at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, it is important for me to keep my body in shape and ready for anything. Snow helped me get into shape and establish a routine with gentleness and encouragement. One of my goals was to build more muscle for a production that was coming up. She tailored workouts to my specific needs and abilities and helped me reach my goals. I always left feeling wonderful AND like I had gotten the best workout of my life.”
– Jonathan Luke Stevens
I found Snow and Iron Haven Fitness after herniating at L4/L5 for the second time in 5 years. I had done multiple rounds of physical therapy and cortisone shots. My second herniation was devastating to me and I was afraid to move my body. I had thought that the work outs that I had been doing were helping to develop the core strength that I needed to not reinjure. In reality the cortisone had really just been masking further damage and I was reinforcing a lifetime of bad habits. It was suggested to me that a personal trainer could be beneficial.
After speaking with a few trainers, Snow (proprietor of Iron Haven) and I decided we would work together. I AM SO GRATEFUL. Snow is hypercompetent, is able to take in the limitations that her clients may have to overcome and build a personalized program to help bring you back up to a level of functionality.
Our exercises change and vary every session, which is great for me because the variability keeps it interesting and engaging. We work on mobility and flexibility, which has been a game changer for me and foundational in the progress I have been able to make in injury recovery. Snow is the exact bridge I needed between physical therapy and the real world.
In two months, I can feel the difference in my strength and abilities. We also work heavily on proper body mechanics, which has been imperative in my recovery. Snow is able to pivot with ease the day of a session if my back is flaring and I love that. I never feel like I can’t go to the gym because I know that there is always something I can work on because she has given me that confidence. I have been so thrilled with the results that I bought my husband a 5 pack of sessions with her and he is also super stoked with his progress!
– Kate P
About Snow Charpentier, NSCA-CPT
Before graduating college, I was always frustrated with how my body looked. I took up half-marathon training, and eventually triathlon training while I was in grad school in hopes of getting myself in shape. I began to discover that endurance training alone wasn’t enough, and I read somewhere that women should be lifting HEAVY to see real results.
During training for an Ironman, I found CrossFit and finally learned proper lifting technique under the guidance of a coach. That’s when I began to see REAL CHANGES in my body composition, and how I felt overall. I not only ran faster and biked faster, but my shoulders and thighs felt more “toned” and my waist more defineed. Clothes fit me better than they ever have! But what I found was I started focusing less on aesthetics, and more on performance and what I was capable of.
My coach convinced me to try competing in Olympic weightlifting, and within my first year, I qualified for the American Open and placed fifth nationally. Since then, I’ve set state and regional records, returned to competition after having two kids (now ages 2 & 5), and, in 2025, earned triple gold medals at the USA Masters National Championships and the International Masters Weightlifting Federation World Championships, where I set a world record clean & jerk of 93kg (205 lbs). Now, I’m passionate about helping others discover their own strength: one lift, one milestone, one confident step at a time. I currently own Iron Haven Fitness with my husband Nate in downtown Ashland, OR, where I have helped hundreds of clients become stronger and fitter for everyday life.
Credentials & Certifications
- NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
- MAT, Masters of Art in Teaching
- CrossFit Level 2 Trainer & Affiliate Owner
- Advanced USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach
- Hyrox Level 1 Performance Coach
- Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach
Let’s Build a Coaching Plan That Fits You
I offer both in-person and virtual coaching options so you can get the guidance you need…wherever you train, and whatever your goals are.
1. Get Assessed.
Every new client starts with a comprehensive 1-hour mobility & strength assessment session to figure out your limitations, imbalances, and capabilities. If a trainer does not test for your limits of capacity and ranges of motion, then how will they know if a movement really benefits you? Single assessment session is $99. Leave feeling more informed about your movement than anyone, even a Physical Therapist, has ever taught you.
2. Plan & Progress
Following our assessment, we will map out a plan of training frequency and how you will develop. We will navigate pain mindfully, modify for any injuries or limitations, and get you to gain the functional strength active life you want to live! Number of sessions needed are based on your aspirations and limitations, starting at $80/session.
Remote Coaching
Work with me month-to-month virtually! Whether you need personalized monthly programming, video analysis of your lifting/gymnastic technique, or both, let’s figure out the right combination that works for you. Virtual coaching ranges from $75-$165 monthly depending on your goals.
Not Quite Ready to Work In-Person?
You can get started lifting weights on your own with these online programs I created, available at barbellsforbeginners.com
Learn to Lift Barbells Course
An intro to learning basic barbell lifts
Whether you’re learning to lift for the first time, or need help on your barbell technique, this course will guide you through lifting form, common errors, warm up and mobility routines to get you stronger safely!
Dumbbell Strength 5-Day Kickstart Program
Quickly get started with a pair of dumbbells.
Only have a pair of dumbbells? Not sure what to do with them aside from bicep curls? This kickstart program provides instructional videos for 16+ different dumbbell exercises, as well as 5 daily workouts you can do in under 30 minutes a day to build strength and muscle.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you’re brand new to lifting or ready to take your training to the next level, I’d love to learn more about your goals. Reach out below to connect or book a free 15-minute consultation—virtual or in-person at Iron Haven Fitness.
Email me (Snow) at contact@ironhavenfitness.com