COACHING & PRICING
Choose Your Level of Coaching Support
Choose Guided Coaching, Coaching Plus, or Custom Coaching based on how much individualization, feedback, and direct coaching you want.
Every level includes a structured 12-week training plan delivered through TrainingPeaks, clear workout instructions, coaching support, and TrainingPeaks Premium.
Plans start at $149 per month, plus a $10 startup fee. All coaching begins with a 12-week commitment.
Guided Coaching
For self-motivated athletes who want a proven training program and straightforward coaching support.
$149
per month
✓ A proven 12-week training program matched to your training goals
✓ Structured strength and aerobic conditioning workouts
✓ Delivered & Monitored with TrainingPeaks
✓ Monthly training review & check in emails
✓ Unlimited email support
Most Popular
Coaching Plus
For athletes who want a proven training program adjusted to fit their schedule, location, and available equipment.
$249
per month
✓ Initial adjustment of your 12-week training program
✓ Two training reviews each month
✓ Up to one training adjustment each month
✓ One coaching call each month
✓ Heart-rate testing and custom training zones as needed
✓ Email coaching support
Custom Coaching
For athletes who want fully personalized training and close, ongoing coaching.
$549
per month
✓ A fully custom training plan built around your goals and circumstances
✓ Weekly training review and adjustments
✓ Up to two coaching calls each month
✓ Heart-rate testing and custom training zones
✓ Nutrition coaching & meal planning
✓ Priority email & text support
Not sure which option fits? Coaching Plus is the best starting point for most athletes who want structure, feedback, and accountability without full custom coaching.
No separate TrainingPeaks subscription is required. Casaval covers your Premium membership while your coaching is active, a $19.95/month retail value.
GETTING STARTED
What Happens After You Sign Up
Three quick and easy steps
Tell Me About Your Goals
You’ll receive a welcome email with links to your waiver and a short training questionnaire. Tell me what you’re training for, your training background, schedule, available equipment, and preferred start date. You can select the training program you want or ask me to recommend the best fit.
I Prepare Your Training Plan
I’ll review your information and confirm your training program, schedule, and start date within one business day. Based on the coaching level you selected, your plan will be delivered as written, adjusted to fit your circumstances, or built specifically for you.
Start Training in TrainingPeaks
Your training plan and workouts will be added to your TrainingPeaks calendar with clear instructions. TrainingPeaks Premium is included, and your program and coaching support begins on your scheduled start date.
TrainingPeaks Premium Included
The app is free to download, and Casaval covers your Premium membership while your program is active.
Client Results
Training That Shows Up When It Matters
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"This was the first year that I wasn’t the slowest of my partners, and on a six consecutive day backcountry trip, I was the strongest. Dane understood exactly what I wanted and my time and location considerations."
Andrew Rathbun
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“I summited Denali and felt strong the whole trip. I honestly would’ve turned around and climbed it again! I found that I was in great shape.”
William Respess
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“After having a child, I wanted to regain core strength and improve my aerobic threshold. Dane’s program not only helped me achieve these goals but also boosted my confidence and performance in outdoor activities. I’ve never felt stronger or more balanced in my body.”
Celestial Hanley
WHY CASAVAL PERSONAL TRAINING
Proven Training, Personal Attention, and Real-World Experience
I’m Dane Brinkley, a personal trainer and mountain guide. I’m an avid mountaineer, runner, cyclist, and hiker, so I understand both the satisfaction of hard-earned progress and the setbacks, uncertainty, and competing demands that can disrupt it.
My coaching combines proven strength and endurance training with lessons learned through decades of training, guiding, and pursuing my own goals. I use that experience to help you train with purpose, face difficult challenges head-on, and earn results you can be proud of.
I see every athlete as a person, not simply a training calendar or a collection of workout data. Your goals, experience, responsibilities, successes, and setbacks all matter. I pay close attention to those details because effective coaching begins with understanding the person doing the work.
Working with me is direct, practical, and personal. You bring your goals, training history, schedule, and willingness to do the work. I provide a clear plan, explain why the training matters, and give you the level of feedback and guidance you choose. When questions, setbacks, or competing demands arise, you’ll have an experienced coach to help you decide what matters and keep moving forward.
20+ Years Mountain Guiding
Real mountain experience from Mt. Shasta to the Cascades to Denali.
230+ Mt. Shasta Summits
First-hand insight into what it takes to prepare everyday people for big mountain goals.
Certified Personal Trainer
ISSA Elite Trainer with education in strength and conditioning, nutrition, and endurance training.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
A practical training approach used by climbers, skiers, mountain guides, and professional ski patrollers
Frequently Asked Questions
Before You Start Training
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No. After signing up, you’ll complete a short training questionnaire. You can select the program you want or tell me what you’re preparing for. I’ll recommend the program that best matches your primary goal, current fitness, training experience, weekly availability, and available equipment.
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Choose Guided Coaching if you want a proven 12-week program delivered as written, with email support and a monthly training review.
Choose Coaching Plus if you want a proven program initially adjusted to fit your schedule, location, and available equipment. It also includes two training reviews per month, one monthly adjustment, one monthly coaching call, and heart-rate testing with custom training zones as needed.
Choose Custom Coaching if you want a fully personalized training plan, weekly reviews and adjustments, up to one coaching call each week, heart-rate testing, custom training zones, and nutrition coaching.
Coaching Plus is the recommended choice for most athletes because it provides meaningful individualization and regular coaching without the cost of fully custom training.
Coaching Plus is the recommended choice for most athletes because it provides meaningful individualization and regular coaching without the cost of fully custom training.
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Most athletes need at least three hours each week. More demanding mountain goals may require additional training time.
Equipment varies by program. Many programs use dumbbells or other free weights, resistance bands, and a sturdy step or box, along with a way to complete aerobic and uphill training. Guided Coaching allows you to select a program that matches your available time and equipment. Coaching Plus and Custom Coaching provide more flexibility to adapt your training around your circumstances.
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No. Casaval Personal Training works with mountaineers, hikers, backpackers, skiers, trail runners, and active adults who want greater strength, endurance, and consistency. Programs are available for beginner, returning, intermediate, and advanced athletes. Your training begins at a level appropriate for your current fitness and experience.
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TrainingPeaks displays your workouts on a private training calendar, making it easy to see what to do and plan your week. Each workout includes clear instructions, and you can record your results, upload workout data, or leave comments directly on the workout.
Compatible watches, heart-rate monitors, and other training devices can upload your workout data automatically. This makes it easier to track your training and allows me to review your work and progress. The TrainingPeaks app is free to download, and TrainingPeaks Premium is included while you are actively coached.
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The best time to sign up is 2 to 7 days before you want to begin training. You’ll choose your preferred start date in your training questionnaire.
The $10 startup fee is charged when you sign up and connects your TrainingPeaks account to Casaval immediately. This allows me to send your welcome materials and begin preparing for your start date. After you complete your questionnaire and waiver, I’ll follow up within one business day to confirm your plan, schedule, and start date.
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Yes. Coaching is delivered online and is available wherever you live or travel. Custom Coaching also includes one in-person gym or outdoor session each month for clients in the Sisters and Bend area.
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The 12-week commitment gives you enough time to complete a full training progression and make measurable progress. Before the initial 12 weeks end, we’ll review your progress and decide whether to continue toward your current goal, begin the next phase of training, move into a different program, or conclude coaching.
START TRAINING
Choose Your Coaching Level and Get Started
Choose Guided Coaching, Coaching Plus, or Custom Coaching to begin. After signing up, you’ll complete a short training questionnaire and select the program you want or have me recommend the best fit.
Plans start at $149 per month. All coaching begins with a 12-week commitment and a $10 startup fee.