Summit Personal Training

SUMMIT PERSONAL TRAINING

Nothing beats the assurance you get from working with a Personal Trainer – it helps you realize your potential and physical ability and builds your confidence and self-esteem.

Summit Fitness employs personal trainers that have the education and training to help you meet all of your fitness goals. Our team will show you how to participate in a safe and productive exercise program that will give you results. Whether you are looking to add some intensity to your current fitness routine or just getting started in the pursuit of your fitness goals, we can help develop a training program for your specific needs.

SUMMIT FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING TEAM

DAVID GUNCKEL

Personal Trainer

As a personal trainer certified by the NASM, David helps people of all ages and abilities, improve strength, flexibility, core, and cardiovascular fitness so that life can be enjoyed to the fullest.

David is former competitive bodybuilder, winning first place in the Copper Classic open middleweight and master’s categories in 2004 and 2005

Kim Nickasch

Personal Trainer

Hi, I’m Kim Nickasch. I’m a Wisconsin native who somehow traded those cold Wisconsin winters for the desert—and I couldn’t be happier about it. I love being outdoors, hiking, and taking advantage of everything the desert has to offer.
About 10 years ago, I decided I was no longer willing to simply accept that “genetics” were going to determine my health and fitness. I took my health into my own hands and got serious about strength training, nutrition, and learning how to take better care of myself. Along the way, I worked with coaches, earned my own certifications in personal training and nutrition, and discovered a passion for helping others do the same.

For me, personal training is about much more than workouts. I want to help people become a stronger, healthier, and more confident version of themselves while working toward whatever their individual goals may be. Everyone’s journey is different, and I believe training should be tailored to the person—not the other way around.

In addition to my personal training and nutrition certifications, I’m certified in Youth Training and have completed additional education on working with clients who are using GLP-1 medications. I’m passionate about continuing my education and learning anything that can help me better serve my clients throughout the different stages of their lives.

I also practice what I preach. Over the past two years, I’ve competed in two bodybuilding competitions, taking 1st place in my category both years and winning the Overall Bikini title in March 2026. Competing has taught me a lot about discipline, consistency, nutrition, and pushing through challenges—lessons I love bringing into my work with clients.

When I’m not at work, you’ll usually find me spending time with my husband, John, and our dog, Cash. We love being outdoors, and hiking is one of my favorite ways to spend my free time.

I’m incredibly passionate about helping people realize that they are capable of more than they may think. Whether you’re just getting started, looking to make a lifestyle change, or working toward a specific fitness goal, I’d love the opportunity to be part of your journey.

Chris Betancourt

Personal Trainer

Chris grew up here in Sierra Vista, graduating from Buena High School. He has been physically active pretty much all his life, playing sports at an early age through college. Chris played football at both Eastern Arizona and Illinois State.

He was introduced to weightlifting in college and has been active in the gym ever since. He has competed in body building competitions and enjoys all aspects of the sport.

In 2022, after Chris retired from working at UPS for 36 years, he joined his wife at Summit Fitness where they manage the gym together.

When Chris is not at the gym, you will find him off adventuring somewhere, active in his church, spending time with his six children and 10 grandchildren or hanging out with his mom & mother-in-law.

Chris received his CPT certification through ISSA and has lots of practical gym floor experience. He has a passion for physical fitness and wants to see his clients healthy and able to enjoy life to the fullest. Body, soul, and spirit. He is a natural encourager and wants to see you succeed with your goals.

Danica Hayes

Personal Trainer

Born and raised in a small town in Arizona, Danica developed a lifelong passion for the outdoors and active living. Growing up, she played a variety of youth sports, which eventually led her to compete in collegiate volleyball at the University of New Mexico. It was there that her interest in health and fitness deepened, and she pursued a degree in Exercise Science.

Today, Danica is a Senior Fitness Specialist and a certified Brain Health Trainer, with additional expertise in prenatal training. She is certified through ACE. She believes that fitness and movement have the power to support both the body and mind through every stage of life. Whether through strength training, functional movement, or mindful exercise, her goal is to help individuals build resilience, confidence, and lasting wellness.

Outside of her professional work, Danica enjoys hiking, camping, and fishing—anything that gets her outdoors. She is also a wife to her high school sweetheart and a proud mom to two beautiful daughters.

ACE Certified Personal Trainer
CPR and AED Certified
Senior Fitness Specialist
Brain Health Trainer
Prenatal Trainer

ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING

Change your body for the rest of your life. You set your goals and we will work alongside you to get you there! Your Summit Fitness Personal Trainer will be your teacher, coach, motivator, and sometimes even your conscience!

Choose from 30 and 60 minutes
sessions in packages of
1 to 20 sessions.

SMALL GROUP TRAINING

If you have a friend or partner that you would like to train with, then this option is for you! Small Group Personal Training incorporate the focused attention of Personal Training at a lower cost than one-on-one. Set up your own group, or join an existing one.

Regularly scheduled 60-minute
sessions in groups of 2-4 people.

Personal Training is for you if you are:

A beginner, intimidated by weight equipment and unsure of correct exercise technique
Experienced and training hard but not getting the results you’re looking for
Needing to lose body fat
Having a hard time sticking with a program
Bored with your present routine
Injured or suffering from a medical condition
Wanting to train for a special event
Experience our Expertise — The most important goal is to instill self confidence, self-esteem, and of course have fun!