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Customer reviews of:
Carolyn B. Hakes
Average Rating: 10.0 in 7 reviews
Great Instructor!
Rated 10 out of 10
I've been kettlebelling for a few years and decided I wanted to meet an instructor to get my form checked out. After a few searches, I found Carolyn in Naperville and made an appointment. I'm very glad I did! She's an outstanding instructor who not only corrected my form, but showed me new training ideas that I'll definitely be implementing in the future.
If you're in the midwest and looking for a great RKC instructor, give Carolyn a call. You won't be dissapointed!
Mike G. - Schaumburg, IL
Exceptional Teacher
Rated 10 out of 10
I began working out with Carolyn a few months ago.
I had been doing basic weight training but had reached a plateau and needed something different.
I heard about Carolyn from a friend of mine and called Carolyn right away so I could get started.
After 8 weeks I had lost inches from my hip and thighs and for a female that had always been the hardest place to lose.
Carolyn is not only an expert wtih regard to Kettlebells but an excellent all around trainer.
I have tried many personal trainers in the Chicagoland area and Carolyn is the best by far.
Suzanne - Naperville, IL
Awesome Teacher
Rated 10 out of 10
I was visting family in Naperville and scheduled an appointment. She was very helpful in tweaking my form and gave me a tremendous amount of advice. I will be scheduling more sessions with her whenever I am in the area. I have made sure to tell all of my friends and family about her that live in the Chicagoland area. She is an excellent trainer, who trains her clients in a relaxed atmosphere all the while creating a very intense workout. She had me winded in no time.
Andrew - Brooklyn, NY
If all RKC's are this good, I just might join the Party!
Rated 10 out of 10
I was going to spend a week in Chicago, and I wanted to "treat" myself to some KB lessons. I found Carolyn Hakes in the Instructor Index and contacted her. We emailed back and forth and I made my appointments. On the way to my 1st appointment, I sweated through my clothes, wondering, WHAT DID I GET MYSELF INTO? When I arrived at her gym in Naperville, I met a little pixie. WRONG! Comrades, Beware!
Appearances can fool you! I found her kindness towards a novice like me very humbling. Her dedication to proper technique was inspiring. She was very methodical in her demonstration. I found when I mimicked her moves, it was actually EASIER to move the 'bell around!
Now, I find out that the 16 kg. and the 8 kg. Kettlebells that have been collecting dust on the porch are TOO LIGHT! Who knew? I am so grateful for the Dragon Door website. I learned a great deal from the 2 lessons from Carolyn, and I think the RKC's in Atlanta will be seeing me occasionally as a client. Oh, another thing...she wants me to go for RKC within 2 years! Thanks, Carolyn. What an impression you have made on me!
Steve - Decatur, GA USA
Great instructor/teacher!
Rated 10 out of 10
I am a personal trainer around the Naperville area and wanted to hone my form with KB's not only for myself but so that i can teach my clinets to use them properly and safely. She has a nice little studio which, in my opinion, has everything you could possibly want to get in tip-top shape without the frills. Carolyn is very professional, focused, friendly and laid back all at the same time. However,as one other reviewer noted, dont be fooled by her size, she is very strong plus one thing is very clear; she LOVES kettlebells!
Thanks to her, in just my frst two sessions I had the classics down; TGU, clean, snatch and swings. She is very encouraging and motivating but she WILL challenge you!
Bottom line is you want to learn and train with someone who walks the walk and Carolyn certainly does.
One last thing is that her rates are very reasonable. Not just dollar-wise but for the quality of instruction you get.
Coming from a personal trainer, I give her an A+++++++++
Pete Moore - Naperville Illinois
Carolyn Rocks
Rated 10 out of 10
Adding kettlebells and the personal attention that Carolyn gives is the perfect addition to my workout routine. She challenges and motivates me so well that the benefits were obvious immediately...a stronger core, healthier knees, great aerobic conditioning and thus a whole bunch of calories burned. Besides, while we are 'working', she is making it fun.
John Nania - Naperville, IL
Exceeded My Expectations
Rated 10 out of 10
I have been using kettlebells off and on for the last year and self-motivation was starting to wane. If I wanted to succeed, I needed the right teacher. Carolyn not only opened my eyes (and mind) to the world of kettlebells, but she puts you through a great workout! After 20 sessions, not only have I learned proper technique, it has helped my conditioning with other activities (i.e. cycling and rowing).
Carolyn takes the time with you to understand your goals and helps with your weaknesses (the dreaded Windmill). Her challenging workouts have made me want to join the ranks of the kettlebell elite. Reaching HKC and RKC are not as elusive as before I walked into her studio.
Her RKC II credentials are visible for all to see for a reason; She is dedicated and passionate in what she teaches. See for yourself.
