I have been working in the fitness industry since 1985.  I started out working part-time teaching aerobics classes.  After about five years, I realized that I loved my part-time job and hated my "real" job.  So I quit my job and went back to school.  I graduated from Temple University in 1992 with a B.S. in Exercise Science and Leadership.  

     In addition to teaching classes and training clients, I am also a Certification Specialist and Trainer for AFAA.  I get to provide educational programs and certification programs for new instructors. Who knows where my travels will take me next!

     My husband, RJay, is a Fire Fighter with the North River Fire District; he also has his own carpentry business. We live in Ellenton with our two absolutely adorable black labs, Kody and Scruffy.  We are members of Church on the Rock in Palmetto. 

     My certifications include:

The Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)

Primary Group Exercise Certification

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Health/Fitness Specialist

AFAA
Step Certification

The American Heart Association
Healthcare Provider CPR and Heartsaver First Aid

AFAA
Kickboxing Certification

YogaFit
Levels I and II

SCW-EDU
Pilates Matwork Fundamentals and Pilates Small Apparatus Certifications

LeMond
Revmaster Foundational Cycling Training Program

SCW-EDU
Hands on Balance, Stability, Mobility & Conditioning for the 50+ Adult

AFAA
Personal Fitness Trainer Certification

KBE Golf Fitness Instructor Certification

Authorized Zumba and Zumba Gold Instructor

ACSM/ACS

Cancer Exercise Specialist

SCW-EDU

Aquatic Exercise Fundamentals

IDEA Member

AFAA Biggest Loser Training