Instructors
They’ll push you forward and pull you in new directions—whatever it takes to make you feel fitter. Meet some of the best instructors in Baltimore.
Alison Jones
I try to bring a fun, authentic, and challenging vibe to class. It’s an honor to teach such an amazing Les Mills format. I hope to not only provide a great workout, but for each participant to leave the class feeling valued and inspired.
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Alison Pack
Challenging, but fun! I aim to motivate and empower my class members to give it their all and achieve new personal records!
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Alycia Wepasnick
Always friendly and teaching in the essence of the program. In my classes I like to offer you achievable power and strength. You will be challenged no matter if you are a fitness beginner or fitness pro.
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Amy Cohen
I like to connect to the members and provide a fun, empowering, and strength-based approach to fitness.
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Andres Bujanda
My classes are designed to be high-energy, high-intensity, and full of joy! My goal for members is to get them to push their limits while still smiling. I love the feeling of getting lost in the music, and inspiring members to do the same!
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Ann-Marie Bruchey
I love to add fun and flair to each class. I want the members to know they can have fun while they are working hard on crushing goals.
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Arati Mejdal
I aim to make yoga, mindfulness and breathing practices approachable and accessible for all. I encourage individual agency and choice, and I give options during class. I love to use props, and I incorporate breath practices into every class.
RYT 500
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Bob McDowell
I am compassionately committed to making a wellness connection to you. Wherever you are on your wellness trail, I am there with you. I teach people in a fun, safe atmosphere as each pose should have the elements of safety, comfort and stability. All are welcome to yoga and pilates at Merritt.
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Brooke Peterson
When you are struggling to catch your breath, dreading the next interval, I am there to motivate, support, and encourage you to give it your all. My goal is to make each class as fun as possible. We are going to work hard, but I am going to do my best to make sure you have a good time doing it.
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Cory Donovan
I received my E-RYT 200 in late 2016, and have taught over 2000 classes in over three years as a full time instructor. I have a few hundred hours of additional advanced training in yogic philosophy, anatomy, and sequencing various formats, and have experience teaching Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Yin, and Restorative yoga.
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Eliza Mummert
I try to keep things intense, organized, motivational and empowering! One of my favorite things about teaching is watching members test their limits and go after their personal goals.
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Emily Williams
I love to provide all levels of experience and strength to my classes. Whether you are a first timer or a regular, there’s always a place for you! I like to have fun and treat each class like a fun dance and move to the beat. I want you leaving your class motivated and happier than you arrived!
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Heather Jordan
I grew up thinking you needed to play team sports in order to be athletic. It wasn’t until I joined Merritt as a member that I realized being athletic was more than just throwing, dribbling, or scoring goals. As an instructor, I help people unlock the inner athleticism they didn’t know they had!
Les Mills Group Fitness, NSPA, Post Natal Fitness Specialist
If you had to run a marathon in 9 months, you would train for it, right? I help women develop the muscles and stamina needed for labor and ease some common pains associated with pregnancy. After baby (no matter how many months or years that is) I help women regain core strength and become stronger than ever.
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Hillary Slade Gras
Fun, encouraging, challenging, will push you to the last beat!
Joyful movement is the key to fitness success. Find what you love and never stop exploring.
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Homero Bayarena
Homero brings a high energy, Latin-infused flavor to most of his group fitness classes. He focuses on creating a supportive, safe fitness workout for all members.
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Jamie Sienko
I’ve been told by members that I am engaging, motivating and energetic. The enthusiasm I have for the workout transfers to members and makes strength training less daunting & more fun.
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Jamie Sullivan
Fun! I try to bring some fun and laughs into my BodyPump classes. Work Hard; Play Hard!
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JC Montminy
Solid cycle classes start with a strong playlist. The music in my classes tells a story…a voyage through outer space, a celebration on Bourbon Street, or resilience through a challenging time. When the music allows a class to immerse themselves in the moment, it’s easy to give a full physical effort from start to finish.
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Jennifer Brock
I like to think of my teaching style as inclusive. I aim to provide my classes with plenty of options and encourage members to use them, so that no matter where you are in your fitness journey, you can leave class feeling successful.
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Jennifer King
I love to interact with the members and the more I push them, the more they push me! I have been told I’m intense but I love to act a little goofy and use the performance opportunities.
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Jocelyn Wesson
My teaching style is high energy while keeping it fun! I’m here to motivate you to push your limits!
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Julia Mazariegos
Everyone has their own fitness goals. As an instructor, I try to provide the tools that each member needs to personalize their workout and accomplish what they came for! Whether it’s endurance, strengthening, mastering the technique, or just to have fun!
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Julie Wigley
I’m right in there with you—we have 30 minutes to get in a full body workout—if I’m not tired at the end with you, I didn’t do my job! I want to make sure everyone sees growth with the harder moves of the class- So I will always challenge you to take it to the next level. I think it’s important to remember where you started on your first class and how much you can grow! Your core is so important to all other classes, so don’t forget to give it some love!
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Kara Laurence
I love making exercise fun and showing that it is for everyone! I always show plenty of modifications in all my classes so everyone can get a great workout.
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Katie Brown
Motivational, challenging and different every week. I teach early morning classes and try to push my members to their edge so they are glad they didn’t hit snooze and got the best start to their day.
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Keittie Ribadeneira
It’s all about having fun! Whether we’re lifting, running or punching I want everyone to feel the excitement. With that, we’ll hit our max every time. I’m all about achieving that max effort. I’m taking you with me!
CPR, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Les Mills Body Combat, Personal Trainer
Your body is a gift…cherish it!
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Kelly Bocskor
I teach Les Mills Sprint which is a HIIT work out on the bike! If you are interested in a intense cycle class this class is for you!
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Krissy Anderson
I hope to be fun and motivating- with a focus on self-acceptance and appreciation for each individual journey.
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Kristie Barron
I run a fast-paced, high-energy class and I live for the moments when my participants bring that same energy. I like to push my members to work hard but to have a fun time doing it.
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Kristy Soltesz
With verbal & visual cuing + modifications, I aim to teach isometric, isotonic & dynamic exercises to gain strength, alignment & balance. “Better Form, Better Results.”
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Laura Remaly
I enjoy teaching all levels from beginners to veterans. I encourage each person to live up to their own potential and to always respect their own abilities. It is not my goal to make everyone follow my exact class or to overwork them. They should have a great workout and leave with a smile on their face, looking forward to the next time!
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Lisa Ballesteros
My goal is to have someone leave my class knowing they put in the work. Everyone has a different story and different goals. I love watching people meet and crush their goals, but also having fun while working out.
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Liz Davis
Liz encourages students to grow in their practice physically as well as spiritually and offers themed classes that emphasize proper alignment as well as modifications for beginners and experienced yogis alike. Whether it’s a fundamentals class, a power class or a restorative class, Liz will provide an informative, fun experience in a safe, non-competitive space all the while including meditation and mindfulness.
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Lucia Corradetti
My classes are very high energy and motivating! I will push you to add weight, do another rep, or work for another second. I will be by your side every step of the way, sweating with you. We have tons of fun while working hard.
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Lyndsay Fraser
Trained in Kripalu Yoga. I practice to the mood, energy and level of the group presented to me for that class. Flexibility to the students can transform their practice.
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Mandy Ferringer
I love including people of all ages and fitness levels in a fun, safe and energizing workout. My goal is to have all members develop a lifelong love of exercise!
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Michael Ballon-Garst
My teaching style scales to the format I’m teaching. Typically, I gravitate to high energy music to match the energy and intensity I bring to class, however, I also enjoy slowing down to focus on fundamentals and a restorative experience.
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Michelle Petenbrink
I focus on form and enjoying the movement of whatever exercise you are doing. I like to motivate people through movement and let them know that they can customize any workout to fit their needs and achieve success.
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Nick Granata Jr
My teaching style is passionate and motivating. My classes are hard but you’ll leave knowing you pushed yourself harder than you thought you could and pushed yourself out of your comfort zone. I will guide you there. I care about the relationships I form with members that come to my class and want to be there. I care about people.
