​Certifications:  Adaptive Personal Trainer

                          ISAA Certified Personal Trainer

                          CPR/AED

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I believe fitness is for every body.  I am a certified coach and passionate movement specialist. I focus on training that empowers the adaptive community to unlock their full physical and mental potential. I specialize in creating personalized programs that build strength, mobility, and confidence connecting mind, body, and spirit in every session.  Whether it’s strength training, boxing, yoga, or dance, every movement is designed to move you forward.

 

Fitness Specialties:

• Adaptive Strength & Boxing

• Bodybuilding

• Yoga & Mobility

• Aquatics

• Dance (Latin & African)

• Hiking

• 1:1 and group training​​​

​Certifications:  Strong Education Certified Adaptive Personal Trainer (SE CAPT)

                          CPR/AED

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 Academic Coursework:  Doctor of Education/Social Science (EdD)

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As a fitness enthusiast, and social scientist, I integrate the science of cognitive behavior with sports science and sports medicine to create a comprehensive fitness solution.  I engage with individuals at their current level and assist them in shattering their perceived limits of performance.  Health and wellness have a direct correlation with success in fitness, as well as in personal and professional lift.  Together, we'll unlock you full potential.  

 

Fitness Specialties and Hobbies:

• Weight Training

• Strength Training

• Yoga & Mobility

• HIIT

• Wellness

• Motivational Coaching

• 1:1 and group training​​​

​Certifications:  Adaptive Fitness Specialist

                         CPR Certification

 

Academic Coursework: BS Health Science and Exercise Science 

 

I have over 20 years' experience as a group fitness instructor, personal trainer and yoga instructor. I graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor's degree in exercise science and health science. I am a certified with the American Council on Exercise as a group fitness instructor, functional fitness specialist, health coach, fitness nutrition specialist and weight management specialist.  I am certified as an Adaptive Fitness Specialist. I am an experienced 500 hour registered yoga instructor with Yoga Alliance.  I love the challenge of putting all of the puzzle pieces together to find the right fitness program for my clients to feel and move their very best while reaching their goals.

 

Fitness Specialties:

• Injury prevention

• Recovery

• Yoga

• Aquatics

• Assisted stretching and functional fitness to promote mobility, stability, flexibility, agility, strength and balance.

• 1:1 and group training

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​Certifications:  ATA Adaptive and Inclusive Trainer

                          Strong Education Lv1 and 2  

                          ACSM              

                          CPR/AED

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I have nearly four decades of leadership and experience as a leader and trainer with the Marine Corps. 

 

In 2023, I started my strength and resistance training company, 1:1 and group training.  In 2024, I started working on my certification with Strong Education, and in 2025,

I attended the Adaptive Training Academy’s course and received my Adaptive and Inclusive Trainer certification.

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With nearly three decades of raising a daughter who has Williams Syndrome, a decade with a grandson with Autism, and having a father who is a stroke survivor, my goal is to help Persons with Disabilities (PWD) and pay it forward for whom can benefit from my knowledge and experience.  

 

Fitness Specialties:

• Disability and Special Populations

• Lifelong Physical Activity

• Power Lifting

• USPC Powerlifting Judge

• 1:1 and group training

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Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

                         Autism Exercise Specialist

                         Adaptive Special Needs Trainer Lvl 1 & 2 (ASNT)

                         NASM Youth Exercise Specialist

                         NASM Senior Fitness Specialist

                         CPR/AED & First Aid

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Academic Coursework: M.S. Ed. Physical Education *Adapted Physical Education

                                         B.S. Physical Education w/ Minor in Health Education & Exercise                                                   Science

 

With nearly two decades of experience as a personal trainer, I've worked everywhere from busy gyms to serene outdoor spots and even clients' homes. My belief is simple: mastering movement and embracing fitness can benefit everyone, boosting confidence and overall well-being. In addition to my personal training background, I've spent over twelve years as an Adapted PE teacher, and I am an Autism Exercise Specialist. I've also completed training through Strong Education's Adaptive Special Needs Master Trainer program, earning certifications in various areas like group fitness instruction and nutrition counseling. I'm here to help people of all abilities reach their health and fitness goals.

 

Fitness Specialties:

• Disability and Special Populations

• Strength Training

• Lifelong Physical Activity

• Martial Arts (Taekwondo/Hapkido)

• 1:1 and group training​

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Certifications: ​ATA Adaptive and Inclusive Trainer 

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Academic Coursework: Master's of Physical Therapy

                                         BS Health and Science Studies

                                       

I have worked as a physical therapist for over 20 years, much of that time focused on helping people recover from neurological injuries or conditions.  I've also worked extensively with people who have medically complex conditions, including developmental disorders. 

I joined a CrossFit gym in 2017 and learned to love the challenge of lifting a heavy barbell and trying new skills and movements.  In 2019, I took the Adaptive Training Academy's course and became a certified Adaptive and Inclusive Trainer.  This approach to fitness combined the things I love about my career as a PT and the challenge of CrossFit into a model that allows everyBODY access to exercise.  

The  goal for my adaptive fitness company is to provide both one-on-one training and eventually small group classes to build a strong community of support for those facing the challenges of neurological and complex medical conditions including developmental disabilities. 

I'm excited to help adaptive athletes, who believe their path is UNCHARTED, navigate a path to functional fitness!  

 

Fitness Specialties:

• Adaptive Fitness

• 1:1 and group training