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.
Aisha Watson
My teaching style is high energy! The playlist will keep you moving while motivating you to push yourself to new limits.
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Alex Thompson
I like to teach a high energy, breath to movement class creating a dynamic and original yoga flow of asanas (poses). I teach to a variety of skill levels so that everyone who comes can choose the options that make sense for their body on that particular day. I love building yoga community and connecting with students on and off of the mat!
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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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Alyssa Yi
I want to make sure every workout is enjoyable for everyone! Pumping music, fun lights, explosive movements, and available modifications are my go to! I want people to feel like they were having so much fun that it didn’t even feel like a workout.
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Amanda Farnum
I bring the energy and enthusiasm and believe in progressive overload and tailoring workouts to meet the needs of individual exercisers.
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Amelia Luchey
I aim to make fitness fun above (almost) all else! Regardless of your fitness level, or background, my number one goal is for everyone to leave my classes feeling successful. I empower my students to own their workouts by making sure they understand why we are doing what we are doing and how it will benefit them on their fitness journey.
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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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Andrew Grossman
In my classes, I prioritize a mindful approach to movement, encouraging students to listen to their bodies and cultivate awareness. I believe in building a strong foundation by understanding the principles of each posture or movement, fostering comfort and confidence in their practice. While my style leans towards gentle and slow-paced yoga, I infuse moments of intensity to challenge and inspire growth. Ultimately, my goal is for students to enjoy their practice, have fun, and build consistency over time.
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Andrew Hann
I love to teach a fun and inclusive yoga asana class where everyone feels they belong and can come back. I teach yoga sculpt, vinyasa, power, and gentle formats. I completed my 500HR yoga training specifically for teaching inclusive yoga for all abilities and bodies.
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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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Anna French
My goal is to encourage everyone who steps into one of my classes! We are building strength together and I want you to feel like I’m doing this with you (because I’m feeling the burn just like you are!)
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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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Arnaldo Andrade
I teach with a focus on alignment, clear cues and supportive hands-on adjustments.
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Babs Levedahl
I am extremely intuitive. Class always reflects the people in it; I never know what will happen! Much of my style comes from being a dance/healing arts practitioner.
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Bob McDowell
I’m compassionately committed to making a wellness connection to you through our yoga practice . This can be done through a safe, fun, and intentional practice of poses, breathing techniques, and meditation. Basic hathe yoga is a wonderful flow between stillness and movement, warming and cooling, and facilitator and student.
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Brian Rice
I love to party and all of my classes are a party. I’m more of a pop, hip hop, and EDM dancer, but I love teaching Zumba as well so I’m trained in Cumbia, Salsa, Reggaton, and Merengue.
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Brianna Maddox
I believe workouts should be fun, motivating, and empowering. I love seeing members challenge themselves, celebrate their progress, and leave class feeling accomplished. I strive to create a welcoming and supportive community within my classes.
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Carla Queen
I hope to be inclusive and welcoming to all and put an emphasis on connecting. I would say my teaching style is steady, as I tend to be easygoing but optimistic, accommodating and sincere.
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Caroline Finn
Have fun, smile & shake something!!! From beginners to old pros, I love to share my lifelong love of dance with my classes by pouring my heart, energy and joy into to every class. I want our members to have a blast with me and always look forward to the next dance party!”
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Cece Abora-Diallo
I’m a pretty attentive and hands on instructor. I like to make sure everyone feels safe and comfortable in their own bodies while in different yoga poses. I like to crack jokes at times, while also offering some simple wisdom. I also try to cater my classes to what the yogi’s are in need of.
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Cerina Dubois
My name is Cerina – I am from Alberta, Canada – and I have loved teaching fitness since I was 18 years old. My inspiration comes from my own grandmother who taught me to never stop moving, thinking, and challenging yourself – and always striving to be the best version of yourself. I love anything that requires hanging upside down and flying. Back in Canada, I taught Aerial Hoop, Antigravity aerial yoga, and bungee fitness for many years! Each class is structured to build power progressively, helping riders push past their limits in a supportive environment. I focus on creating a space where every rider feels capable, energized, and motivated to give their personal best, whether they’re new to spin or seasoned athletes. My goal is to inspire confidence, resilience, and a genuine love for the ride.
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Chris Linthicum
I like to blur the line between being grounded and light on our feet. We also learn the reasons why we’re doing what we do.
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Christa Moges
I want everyone to feel included & like they’re making forward progress whatever their current fitness level is.
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Christen Supplee
My approach to fitness is to leave it all on the table so there’s nothing left to wish you gave. You can do anything for 30 seconds, 2 minutes, 10 minutes, an hour – just depends how how bad you want it. OR I love to teach to the beat of the music while envisioning the road ahead. I believe there’s a lot of power behind rhythms themselves and want to help cycle lovers like myself ride those sound waves through whatever roads life throws their way.
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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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Cynthia Islin
I am a morning person. Come to a 6:00 am class and get energized for the rest of your day!
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Dana Miller
Mind-body connection, love for community and fitness, and connection through music are prevalent in my teaching style.
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Danielle Sands-Damon
I love to meet people where they are and allow them to show up as themselves. I want everyone to feel comfortable and confident in the ways they are moving their body, and to know they are in control of how their yoga practice unfolds.
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Davon Key
My teaching style is fun and dynamic. I enjoy connecting with members and experiencing their growth.
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Donna McNutt
My spin classes are high-energy, dynamic, and designed to keep participants fully engaged from start to finish. I bring a motivating presence to every session, focusing on encouragement and building both mental and physical strength. My music selection is intentionally varied—ranging across genres and tempos—to keep the ride exciting, fresh, and challenging. Each class is structured to build power progressively, helping riders push past their limits in a supportive environment. I focus on creating a space where every rider feels capable, energized, and motivated to give their personal best, whether they’re new to spin or seasoned athletes. My goal is to inspire confidence, resilience, and a genuine love for the ride.
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Dusti Kottke
Encourage and assist members in finding their personal edge for their pose without judgement.
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Eddie Murray Jr.
My teaching style is mostly interactive and very motivating as we encourage one another to target physical weaknesses to prevent or rehabilitate musculoskeletal injuries. Strength is required for highest possible quality of life. I really enjoy the educational component to empower others to build and sustain healthier habits.
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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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Eliza Steele
I was trained in the Sivananda lineage which came to the US from India over 50 years ago. My classes encourage deep relaxation by taking brief periods of rest between breathwork exercises and the same sequence of 8-12 asanas. With no music, you can hear your own breath and the natural rhythm of the group’s practice. At the end of your final relaxation, you will feel more at peace in your mind and body. It’s unlike most classes you’ve taken; I hope you will give it a shot!
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Elizabeth Sterling
As a teacher, my goal is to bring light and positivity into each class, helping you to leave more relaxed and rejuvenated than when you arrived! I strive to teach every class with inclusivity and accessibility at the forefront, ensuring that everyone at every level feels safe and welcome to move their bodies. Each class includes modifications and challenges, allowing you to build the best class for your mind and body each time.
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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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Emma Harsel
Welcoming, focus on creating a comfortable environment, but challenging for all ages and experience levels with modifications.
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Erin McNamara
I like to keep the class upbeat and bubbly while bringing focus to good form and the why behind each movement. Everyone smiles in my class, or maybe they’re just gritting their teeth with effort.
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Gabriela Cantarero
Savage! I like to die a little when I work out…plus there’s an unlimited frequency range at which I can shake my butt!
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Hannah Mittel
I bring the energy and enthusiasm and believe in progressive overload and tailoring workouts to meet the needs of individual exercisers.
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Heather Castor
As a former figure skater I love connecting movement to music and the fun things that can be done with choreography. I try to create my playlist with a balance of challenging tracks and exhilarating and joyful ones
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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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Heinz Stokes-Murray
Clear communication, demonstrating exercises effectively, and creating an inclusive and motivating environment. I offer modifications for different fitness levels and progressions to challenge participants as they improve.
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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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Jeanne-Michele Vigna
I love to educate and offer options so people can get the most out of their class. But I also believe we should be having fun while doing it.
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Jenna Sminkey
I focus on clear cues, simple coaching, and keeping the class moving together. My goal is to create an inclusive, high-energy environment where everyone feels comfortable pushing themselves and having a good time
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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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Jess Montminy
I’m all about functional fitness. I think that strength training is an integral part of your workout routine so that you can carry out your everyday tasks with ease. For example, I’m constantly chasing around and picking up my daughter. I’ve been told that my teaching style is motivating, relatable, and challenging. I’m a career teacher so I bring that to the stage at Merritt.
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Jessica Pryor
Fitness is a feeling, and it means something different to everyone. No matter where you are on your fitness journey, I want you to feel welcomed and empowered to join me in the studio. I am big on motivation, and I admit I can be intense, but I also believe that every day you should meet yourself where you are. I want to push you to be the absolute best version of you.
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Jillian Krause
I love to share my enthusiasm for group fitness. Especially BodyPump and Barre. I want everyone to feel more healthy and confident after taking one of my classes. Regardless of their fitness level.
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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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Karen Washington
My teaching style is to instruct with clarification and precision of each movement. To engage the individual(s) in having fun while they work out. To be mindful of all who participate to do it at their level and pace. To support and encourage about a wonderful lifestyle of movement, strength and flexibility.
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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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Katie Woolls
I teach a rhythm-based ride, where we ride to the beat of the music. Each ride includes choreography that builds endurance, strength, and confidence. My class is challenging but approachable and will push you to the next level of your ability, whether you’re refining form or pushing performance.
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Kearsha Saxon
My teaching style is energetic, fun, silly, and explosive. I love interacting with my students and feed off their energy! We leave it all on the dance floor!!!
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Keitte 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!
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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 Hammond
We flow with emphasis on traditional sun salutations and creative sequencing linking breath and movement. Focusing on simple alignment cues and slow down the pace of the flow to deepen into the postures. I offer creative transitions and peak poses each class with various for all levels. I hope you leave class feeling stronger and more balanced.
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Kevin Wepasnick
In my class, I love to coach for success at every level. Whether it the first class or the 500th class we can always train to the best of our ability and then go beyond. I believe in training to push the limits. Physical or mental, we should find out what we are capable of and then drive to do more and be more.
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Kim Kerr
I teach breath and body awareness with the intention of learning to become more focused, calm, and at peace while building strength, balance, and flexibility in life
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Krissy Bujanda
I hope to be fun and motivating- with a focus on self-acceptance and appreciation for each individual journey.
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Kristi King
The power of group fitness is beyond just ourselves lifting the collective whole and energizing people in positive movement and thinking. I love to encourage people past their perceived expectations of what they can physically and mentally crush. It is larger than one’s self-it is making a difference in someone else’s day… building a strong, trusting, healthy community. Continue to burn bright friends!
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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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Kylee Wineberg
I love being a part of getting your endorphins up and feeling accomplished. I think it’s important to listen to your body while also challenging yourself and having some fun!
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Larissa Hawkins
My teaching combines physically intense styles such as power yoga with the mindfulness that comes from trauma informed yoga, yin yoga, and meditation. My goal is to help guide my students out of their heads and into their bodies so they may live more intentional lives.
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Latanya Gaddy
I strive to motivate others with high energy, & enthusiasm to make the classes enjoyable. I merge fun with fitness while leading others to meet whatever goal they have set for themselves.
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LaToya Sims
I bring unmatched intensity to every ride, blending hip hop and R&B beats with choreographed moves that hit hard and flow effortlessly. I am known for pushing clients past their limits with fierce motivation, creative drills, and nonstop vibes. My classes feel like a concert on wheels—where sweat meets swagger and strength meets rhythm. Expect to be challenged, hyped, and transformed!
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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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Leslie Ramsey
My goal is to teach a class that I would be excited to attend as a participant! I like to create an environment where everyone can work at their own level, whether new to fitness or an advanced participant, I want to lead students to achieving their goals and producing consistent results. Clear cuing, plenty of options, and reminders that this is your workout, I’m just here to guide and motivate you!
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Lindsay Kiracofe
I teach purposeful, playful, and grounded yoga classes that speak to both power and grace, mind and body, and vitality and restoration. My classes are fun and filled with smart alignment, hands-on assists, engaging transitions, and compelling sequences making even the most challenging asana available and inviting.
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Lisa Franklin
My teaching style is focused on ensuring form and position first, followed by understanding what muscles are being worked throughout the class. I also focus on clear directions to make sure all members can get the best workout possible without having to be confused on the load, position, or movements. Last, I like to throw some fun into it with motivating call outs to get us to the end of each song or workout.
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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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Lori Gibbons
I want to motivate each member of the team to bring their personal best every time and to create a welcoming, safe and fun class environment.
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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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MacKenzie Moxley
My teaching style is to first and foremost enjoy yourself, while also reaping the amazing benefits of exercise. You can always count on upbeat and loud music to accompany a great full body workout, bound to have your endorphins thanking you all day long! I will always be right beside my class taking part in the workout as well!
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Madi Boris
I aim to blend mindfulness, movement, and empowerment in every class to create a welcoming practice for students of all levels.
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Maggie Bohnenberg
My teaching style is very fun, easy, motivating, and always ready to meet and welcome new members in my class!
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Maggie Fritz
For me, group fitness is much more than a workout. In class together, we’re active, supportive, engaged, and joyful! I strive to empower my participants to push beyond what they ever thought possible—and have a great time doing it.
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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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Marcie Maher
Marcie’s style of teaching is for EVERYONE and every-BODY with her class focus being one of reconnecting our bodies, healing our hearts and awakening our souls.
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Marcus Edwards
I believe that you learn by example. So while I’m leading the workout, I am striving for excellence just like the participants.
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Maria Mager
It’s very important to me that members have good form as they move. I also strive to build community in all of my classes. I want to create a space where exercise is fun when you are with friends.
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Mark Davis
Everybody can do something to better their health and movement. Strength and mobility are vital in daily activities and even more important as we age. Let’s have some fun together working to make you stronger and more mobile. Your commitment and my challenges will get you there.
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Mary Ann Valdizan
My teaching style is to make Zumba easy to follow while having fun and burning calories. I love to be encouraging and engaging while showing different genres of music in Zumba.
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Mary Kurtz
My teaching style is playful, encouraging, and rooted in the belief that every child can benefit from yoga—on and off the mat. I focus on self-love, body awareness, and helping kids build calming tools and confidence. I love blending movement with mindfulness and always remind my students that it’s called yoga practice, not yoga perfect.
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Melissa Lockwood
High Energy, Challenging, Motivating, and will push you if you need it. I always choose fun upbeat music and recent releases.
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Melissa Oliver
I love sharing my passion for fitness and working as a team in each workout! I strive to fill each class with lots of energy, enthusiasm and fun!
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Melissa Turowski
My teaching style is energetic, fun, and encouraging, with workouts that will challenge participants while still feeling approachable for all fitness levels. I aim to make class the highlight of members’ days as a place where they can push themselves, feel supported and enjoy the process. My goal is to share my passion for fitness in a way that leaves participants feeling stronger, more confident, and excited to return.
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Melissa Wright
I’m all about meeting you where you are—physically, mentally, and energetically. It’s never about how it looks or pushing for perfection. It’s about honoring what your body is capable of today and giving it what it truly needs.
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Meredyth Puller
I am welcoming and flexible. I want to make my classes fun for everyone. I provide plenty of modifications so everyone can participate, have fun, and get a great workout.
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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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Michelle Tracy
Good form and safety are my priorities. I aim to make my classes inclusive for all levels so that beginners as well as veterans reap the benefits. I also work to keep the members (and myself) on our toes (pun intended!). From week to week, participants will practice different exercises, see new choreography, and move to different music. I want people to feel more energized, more focused, stronger … and perhaps even taller …. by the end of each class!
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Mirra Siegel
My goal is to make every class a fun and uplifting experience. I bring plenty of energy (and volume!) as I cheer on my crew each session. After twenty years of loving group fitness, I’m grateful to share that passion from the stage.
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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.
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Nicole Altmark
My goal as an instructor is to help build your confidence by encouraging you to practice with curiosity and intention. I offer modifications, amplifications, and insights into the benefits and targets of different poses, enabling you to adapt your practice to support your body and mindset. My class is an inclusive and accessible environment for yogis of all experience levels. Each class is concluded with a short, meaningful excerpt or reflection, giving you a moment to ground your practice and reflect.
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Patrick Bryant
Let’s have fun and work towards the goals on your fitness journey! Every class will be a unique experience designed to allow for you to pick the option that best fits your needs for that day.
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Polly Hejna
My teaching style is very dance-based, having been influenced by several years of ballet and jazz dance classes. For many years I taught group fitness classes for an internationally known dance fitness company. So give me the 8-, 16- and 32-count music phrasing!
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Rae Granofsky
Rolling your mat out in my class should feel as though you’ve etched a moment of gratitude for yourself! My classes motivate students to experience renovations of the mind through our harmonious hour of yoga. I design qualitative sequences, which are curated to the everyday human experiencing endurance of the mind or body. My classes are modified for diverse experience levels, with a focus on safety and personal comfort (alignment), while keeping a chill vibe of empowerment.
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Roya Sullivan
My teaching style is accessible to everyone. That way, anyone coming into the studio can benefit from the class. I make the class joyful and enthusiastic.
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Samantha Joseph
My teaching style is energy, positive energy, and more ENERGY. I am passionate about promoting self love. I love empowering others through dance fitness.
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Sandra Naylor
I teach Xtreme HipHop, I enjoy high energy, an up beat, style of teaching. I enjoy seeing not only the youth but the adults accomplish the moves of Xtreme hip hop. Every step counts.
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Sarah Brewer
I create a safe space for people to come and practice yoga together. Yoga is all about connecting with your body, mind, and of course having fun! My favorite style yoga to teach is Vinyasa yoga.
