Meet Our Instructors

Jan Baker

Jazzercise

Jan Baker has been a certified Jazzercise franchisee since 1989. She is CPR certified and receives updates in training through Jazzercise Inc. In addition to Jazzercise, Jan is employed full time as a music and movement specialist in a local school district for grades K-4. For class questions and info, email carrolltonjazzercise@gmail.com or check www.jazzercise.com

Burn up to 600 calories in one fun, powerfully effective, 60-minute total body workout. Every Jazzercise group fitness class combines dance-based cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone and lengthen muscles for maximum fat burn.

Nick Barrows

Bowmen Sports Camps and Clinics

I have been involved with summer sports camps and clinics for eight years and have experience as a coach, head coach, director and owner.

I am the varsity women's head basketball coach at Westlake Academy and have coached there for six years where I have 180 career wins. We are the 2010 State Champions and I was named the TCAF 2010 Coach of the Year. My teams have earned five regional championships and we are district champs six years running at both the JV and Varsity levels. I was a guest coach at the University of Kansas Summer Basketball Camp where we coached 800 kids at a single week-long camp. I have also coached football, baseball and soccer at Junior High, Junior Varsity and Varsity levels. We have hundreds of players each summer take our summer Bowmen camps.

Our Goal is to get children excited about sports! Hitting golf balls or shooting lay-ups, learning the rules is just a small part of the process. We have hundreds of drills and skills sets that are super fun and keep players in the game. We want them to leave with a healthy appreciation for team sports while in a fun, active and positive environment.

Meredith Buckley attended Texas Woman's University and is passionate about teaching children and allowing them to grow and learn at their own pace. She has incredible patience and enjoys helping children develop a love of learning. She has experience working in daycare facilities, as well as homeschooling her five children. Other experience includes coaching a recreational youth cheerleading squad for three years, coaching a youth basketball team and teaching children's classes at her church.

All Stars classes encourage a love of learning while preparing children for kindergarten. Students learn to recognize letters and learn their sounds, write their names, read sight words and begin to read. Children also participate in circle time, calendar, science, math, geography and gym time. These classes allow children to develop social skills and make new friends. Preschool Math classes focus exclusively on math skills such as counting, one-to-one correspondence, number recognition, categorizing, patterns, shapes, graphing and measuring. Skills are taught through active play, fun games, role-playing real life situations and a book of the day. You won't find any flash cards or math worksheets in this class. Preschool Science classes promote curiosity and help develop beginning science skills, such as observing, measuring, predicting and classifying. Children learn to form hypotheses and then try out their ideas. Each topic includes a book, hands-on activities and real science experiments.

Michael Calahan

Lego

Michael has an Associate in Arts And Science from El Centro Community College and over 10 years of retail experience in the toy industry. Working for a national toy company helped Michael nurture his love for children, toys and education. His lifelong goal of having a career in toys was sealed when he connected his passion for LEGO with his love for the industry. He enjoyed the camaraderie the toy store environment offered and took the opportunity to provide that atmosphere to individuals. Michael has seen children with social and emotional challenges engage and interact while exploring LEGO under his direction.

Michael has a passion for learning and connecting with families through LEGO. ROCKET SCIENCE was formed to share that passion and connect with others who enjoy playtime with LEGO. He has taken playtime and enhanced it by introducing simple engineering techniques and principles into a child’s world at a level understood by children and adults alike. The art of combining the fun of LEGO with education intrigued Michael and it helps keep him motivated to create and inspire new curriculums.

ROCKET SCIENCE helps children to discover their level of greatness and inspire the engineers and inventors living inside of them. LEGO is serious play. Michael has instructed LEGO Camps for Carrollton since 2007. Students learn simple engineering techniques using LEGO and LEGO elements. Students begin to apply reasoning, understand cause and effect, robotic programming, develop observation, understand key environmental terms, use variables and have fun. In the younger classes the students use LEGO DUPLO to learn how to interact with their environment. Using a tried and true product like LEGO we are able to help students develop dexterity, construction, discover how things work, test their creations, learn estimating, counting, measuring, make observations, improvements and adjustments.

Visit Michael's website at www.itsrocketscience.com, email him at info@itsrocketscience.com or call 972-492-5465.

Jill Epperson

Preschool

Jason Ferrer

Wellness from Internal
Kung-Fu

Shizi (Qualified/Certified Teacher) of Jiulong Baguazhang, 2nd Degree Black Belt of American-Do Karate, Martial Artist of 15+ years, Yoga & Meditation Practitioner since 2000

Wellness From Internal Kung-Fu is a structured course in the “Rolling the Pearl” foundational training for Jiulong Baguazhang. Jiulong (Nine Dragon) Baguazhang is a Chinese Martial art focusing on internal awareness and development first before exploring and building martial expertise. Practitioners can enjoy reduced stress in mind, body and emotions along with improved posture, efficient body mechanics and a stronger mind-body connection. All of this and more is achieved through quiet sitting and breathing, Chinese Yoga, power standing with visualization and other training tools designed to embody reality based health and self-defense.

Email ShiziFerrer@gmail.com or go to www.DallasBagua.tk for more information.

Russ Gold has been playing the guitar since 1969 and teaching since 1971. He holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from North Carolina School of the Arts and has also attended New England Conservatory of Music and Southern Methodist University. He has performed concerts on stage, radio and television in various parts of the United States. He has been teaching at Rosemeade Recreation Center since 1989.

Students learn any style of music, learn music reading, scales, improvisation, music theory and how to learn songs from recordings. Lessons are ongoing and meet Tuesdays, Fridays or Saturdays. Reserve your sessions by calling Russ at 214-500-6704.

Cecilia Griffin

Zumba

Bachelor of Business Administration, University of North Texas – 2002
American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Group Fitness Instructor - 2008
Licensed Zumba Instructor - 2010
American Heart Association - AED/CPR

Cecilia discovered fitness and health was her primary interest at mid-life. Now she is a runner, group instructor and is absolutely in love with Zumba. It didn’t happen overnight but instead one step at a time. Every year she discovers a new way to keep fitness and health invigorating. She is passionate about helping people learn their own personal strengths.

Jan Guinn

Stretch & Yoga

Wendy Hairel

KidStage Drama Classes

Wendy Hairel has worked with children for many years in different capacities. in addition to raising four children, she has taught preschool, piano lessons and worked extensively with church youth groups. Four years ago Wendy decided to continue her mother's legacy and started her own acting program in North Texas by purchasing a KidStage franchise. KidStage has received a warm welcome from school districts and various recreational facilities for after-school programs.

Using time-tested curriculum, KidStage students participate in drama activities and games that encourage and improve teamwork, creative problem solving, concentration, reading, improvisation and self-confidence. In addition, children gain basic acting skills such as voice projection, characterization, stage position and blocking.

Visit Wendy's website at www.kidstage.net.

Angela Jackson

Glitz & Glam Girls, Birthday Parties

10+ years as professional fashion model in Southeast Texas and DFW
10+ years performing and teaching dance
10+ years Carrollton Youth Football Cheerleader Coach and board member
10+ years teaching charm, manners and modeling primarily to youth and through Cotillion and Debutante Preparation
5+ years cosmetic counter manager and makeup artist
Attended Ada Duckett finishing school in Southeast Texas. Ada is the Texas based designer/pageant director for the Miss America Pageant system.

Benefits: affordable, simple and easy for parent on party day, just show up to a decorated party room set up for fun and entertainment, convenient location

Visit Angela's websites at www.mcmtexas.com or www.missdentoncounty.com or call 214-673-2101.

Johnson, Jonathan

Fitness

Olympian Jonathan Johnson is the founder and owner of JJ Ultimate Sports Training and Elite 8 Fitness. Johnson, a current leader and advocate for the health and fitness industry, has seven years experience as a fitness business developer, coach, and personal trainer.

Johnson competed as a professional track and field athlete from 2005 - 2010 and is a member of the 2004 USA Olympic Team and 2003 USA World Championship Team. His awards include NCAA Champion, 4 times Big 12 Champion, 9 times All-American, 16 times Big 12 All-Conference and he holds numerous track records including Big 12 800-meter outdoor record and Texas High School 800-meter state record. His experiences as an elite athlete, coach and business owner has given him the tools and experience to develop new exercise programs for all individuals. Johnson continues to educate himself to improve the livelihood of all individuals’ health and to help all meet their fitness goals.

Born: Abilene, Texas, Member of: 2004 USA Olympic Team, 2003 USA World Championship Team, Attended: Texas Tech University 2001 - 2005, Graduated: 2010, Degree: BS Human Development Family Studies Certifications: NASM PT, NASM PES, Owner: Elite 8 Fitness, JJ – Ultimate Sports Training

Contact Jonathan at 972-697-6536 or email at jjust800@gmail.com. Visit his website at www.jjultimatesportstraining.com.

Joanna Jordan

Dance

Joanna graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Dance from the University of North Texas and is certified in Pilates. She has been performing professionally, choreographing and teaching since 1996. She teaches and performs many styles of dance including ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hip-hop, contemporary, drill and lyrical.

Dance has many benefits. It helps improve coordination, balance, flexibility and memory. Allow yourself to escape into the world of dance and improve technique or find your style. Various class combinations are offered for children age 3 to adults. Classes range from beginning to advanced levels. Private lessons are also offered.

Swami Dev Singh Khalsa began practicing Kundalini Yoga under the guidance of Indian Master Yogi Bhajan in 1974 and began teaching in 1976. Director of the Dallas 3HO Toha Center, he has also taught at North Carolina School of the Arts, Eastfield College, the Healing Springs Ranch in Tioga, Texas and the Houston 3HO Yoga Center. He has taught at Rosemeade Recreation Center since 1996.

Through improved flexibility, breathing and circulation, Kundalini Yoga emphasizes a healthy body and mind as keys to a healthy and happy life. Exercise and meditation are augmented by the ancient technique of mantra to enhance the meditative aspect of the Yoga experience. Once learned, Yoga can be practiced at home. Experience increased energy and vitality, stress reduction, mood control and overall peace of mind. Bring an exercise mat and water.

Amir Khan

Keyboard & Music

Amir Khan is a professional composer and music educator with over 20 years experience as a recording artist and 10 years experience teaching music in a variety of positions. His recording works have been published by EMI International, Far East Peach (Japan) and Indie labels. In 2009, Amir completed advanced digital music production course from Berklee College of Music. Amir has been managing the keyboard/piano training program at the Coppell Aquatic & Recreation center since 2009. In 2011, Amir has introduced the keyboard/piano program at the Crosby Recreation Center in Carrollton and Community Activity Center in Flower Mound.

In addition to teaching piano/keyboard, Amir teaches digital audio workstation, music production and sound engineering. Currently, Amir has over 30 students ranging from ages 5 years to 55 years, from beginners to advanced levels. Amir also holds an MBA in marketing from De La Salle University.

Keyboard/piano program is a beginner program geared primarily towards children ages 5-14 years. Piano/keyboard is an ideal first musical instrument for children of any age. Being one of the easiest instruments to learn, children love the idea to instantly play simple songs. Research has shown piano/keyboard lessons help children in school, raise self esteem, increase coordination, help concentration and contributes to child being well-rounded.

Official website: http://www.amirkhanmusic.com/

Kravets, Igor

Chess

We teach age-appropriate skills to help boost children’s confidence, enhance problem solving ability, and teach them to react rationally to challenging situations while building cognitive short and long-term memory functions. Children will learn to think with one’s mind and not with one’s hands while developing abstract thought. There is a new project each month. For additional information, contact Mr. Kravets at 214-448-5924.

Carline Leal

Zumba

I became a licensed Zumba instructor because dancing for fitness played such a large part in my weight-loss journey. After two years and losing 90 pounds, I want to help others succeed in their own journeys. I strive for a fun, party-like atmosphere in my classes to make the hard work of getting fit enjoyable! Losing weight, improving your health, making new friends or all of the above - come out and try a class; you'll be hooked!

Licensed to teach:

LiveWire Fitness

Core Energy

Jennifer Reid, a marathoner, cyclist, triathlete and owner of LiveWire Fitness, understands the dedication and determination that it takes to get healthy and lose weight. After years of hitting the gym on her own, she decided to focus on helping others reach their fitness goals. She is an Elite Certified Personal Trainer and Indoor Cycling instructor from the nationally recognized Cooper Institute in Dallas, Texas. Additionally, Jennifer has worked with celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak as an "off camera trainer" for the Health and Lifestyle TV show, The Revolution. Since she knows that nutrition is equally as important as exercise through her involvement with Weight Watchers, Jennifer is passionate about motivating and inspiring positive changes in her clients' workout program and their eating habits. Being physically fit has changed her life and she wants her clients to experience similar results.

Shane Ball is an Elite Certified Personal Trainer from the nationally recognized Cooper Institute in Dallas, Texas. As a cyclist, runner and triathlete, he knows the discipline it takes to achieve superior levels of fitness. Shane is no stranger to instructing class; when is not making clients work hard to achieve their fitness goals, he is in the classroom as a college professor. Shane greatly enjoys motivating those seeking fitness to perform at their optimal levels.

Robert Margach

Red Tiger Karate

Began martial arts training in 1973
Certified Master Black Belt and Chief Instructor
Styles include: American Karate, Judo, Shotokan Karate, and Tae Kwon Do
Professionally teaching for over 20 years
Established Red Tiger Karate in 1999
Educational background: MBA and Bachelor of Science, Purdue University

Robert has built a strong following through his many years of teaching, training, and competing in various martial art styles. He excels in teaching every type of student - from top competitors to shy five year-olds. He has taught in a variety of venues over the years including Texas School for the Blind, classrooms designed for at-risk kids, and martial art classes for elite competitors. Since 1991, he has taught martial arts in community facilities, allowing students to train in comprehensive, affordable programs with high caliber instruction. His goal is to help each student reach their personal best, inside and outside of the dojo. He created Red Tiger Karate to provide high quality programs that promote character development, physical fitness, and life skills for children and adults through the study of martial arts.

Gail Marshall

Fitness

Gail has been teaching a variety of fitness courses since 1986 at both Rosemeade and Crosby Recreation Centers. She became a Fitness Professional full time in 1986 and is owner and founder of The Fitness Foundation. She received training on multiple levels for sale of physical therapy equipment software and certifications in areas of Respiratory Fitness and Kinesiology. Gail is available for speaking engagements and has been a guest speaker at fitness conventions and Brookhaven College. She has also provided private classes for corporations.

Classes are for the beginner or someone who has been exercising for years. Gail offers a combination of many different types of exercise and concentrates not only on cardio benefits but good toning and firming as well as great stretching exercises during cool down. Very easy to follow as there are no dance steps, just lots of movement with high repetitions and good music to keep you motivated. Good for any age or experience level.

Don McGehee

Indoor Cycling, Personal Trainer

Don has both a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Biology, Chemistry and Education with experience in health, fitness and nutrition education since 1981. His advanced fitness and cycling training is from the Cooper Institute in Dallas. He has been the Indoor Cycling instructor for the Rosemeade Rec Center for over two years. Don is an active outdoor cyclist and rides continuously during the spring, summer and fall. He owns Health and Fitness Consulting in Carrollton, is a guest speaker at selected events, and regularly writes articles on health, fitness, and nutrition.

Benefits include weight loss, improved cardio/respiratory function, elite fitness, reduced dependence on medications, improved overall health, look and feel great, increased energy levels, greater strength and endurance, lots of fun and great social atmosphere.

Please visit Don's web site at www.healthandfitnessconsulting.com, email him at don@healthandfitnessconsulting.com or call him at 469-878-8535.

Takao Nakaya

Karatedo

Mr. Nakaya graduated from the university of Takushoku in Tokyo, Japan (BA), holds a master degree from the late Chozo Nakama in Okinawa, Japan (Karatedo). He has been teaching at our recreation center since 1975 and is the author of Karatedo History and Philosophy.

Learn Karatedo together, the mental and physical aspects, the techniques of self defense, learn the history, the philosophy of self control, better understand your own self and make a peaceful life.

Tony Northrup

Gymnastics

Tony is qualified to train up to USAG Level 10, USAG Safety Certified, USAG Professional Member, CPR certified, First Aid certified, served on board of AGA for seven years, Professional member of AGA, recipient of Carrollton Parks and Recreation Department appreciation award. Tony Northrup, DBA Northrup Gymnastics, has been working with the children of Carrollton and surrounding area for 22 years. He has a passion for developing strong, healthy kids. His unique approach creates a disciplined, fun and exciting atmosphere.

Northrup gymnastics offers your child the opportunity to acquire an appreciation for structured play. In this day of record numbers of obese children, the importance of one hour of physical play per day is essential. Along with exercise and eating well, children want structure. Northrup Gymnastics works with parents to help create a well balanced, structured life for their kids. 

Visit Tony's web page at www.tumble.org or contact him by email at anorth2@live.com.

Tom Noune'

Personal Trainer

Tom has 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. He has provided fitness consultation for several companies including Mary Kay Cosmetics, Computer Associates, American Airlines, Sabre Holdings, and Experian. He managed the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) regional Dallas/Ft. Worth fitness center for 13 years. He oversaw the operation, provided exercise prescriptions, fitness assessments, weight loss and nutritional consultation and coordinated health fairs.

Tom earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from Eastern Michigan University. He has a Personal Trainer Specialist certification and a Special Populations certification from the Cooper Clinic. He possesses a Primary Group Exercise certification from the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). He is also CPR/AED certified.

Tom's fitness platform is a combination of stretching, weight resistance training, cardiovascular exercise, nutrition, proper supplementation, rest and motivation. As the owner of Heart, Health and Wellness, Tom's mission statement is quite simple: "Get physically fit . . . for life." Visit www.hearthealthandwellness.com, email him at tgnoune@aol.com or call 214-957-3694.

Alex Romero

Personal Trainer/Boxing Fitness

I’ve been involved in the sport of boxing for over 20 years. Growing up in Southern California, a hot bed for boxing since the early 80’s, I was exposed to a lot of great trainers and very good sparring.

I started training boxers around 10 years ago and began taking on a personal training clientele shortly after. Boxing is a great workout for men and women, no matter what your current fitness level is. I moved to Dallas just over a year ago and picked up where I left off; training local boxers, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone looking to change up their tired old routine.

I will tailor a workout to fit your goals and physical condition. If you need to lose weight, want to build strength, or increase your stamina and energy level, then let me help you.

Contact Alex at boxing.fit@msn.com or call 214-686-9282.

Hector Soto

Start Smart

USA Boxing Certified Trainer, Head Coach for Carrollton Police Athletic League since 2007

Samantha Sparenberg

Senior Specialist

Certified by the Institute of Aerobic Research, Cooper Center, Dallas, Texas.

Samantha has earned certifications in Group Activity Leadership, Cardio Fitness (Aerobics), and Water Aerobics. She is also a Certified Personal Trainer, focusing on training for function, strength and energy. In her 25 years in the field of health and wellness, she has had multiple articles and columns published in local newspapers and magazines and continue to be available for public speaking events. Her program is aptly titled “Older is the New You”. Samantha conducts the Body Blast Class at the Carrollton Senior on Tuesdays and Thursday focusing on building a stronger core through intensive strength training.

Kerry Stallo

Personal Trainer

“Progressive Fitness Training to Get Fit, Lose Weight, and Delay Aging”

Kerry Stallo, CEO of Age-Intercept, Inc., joins the Personal Training Staff with twenty-nine years of experience. Her background includes corporate business experience and a lifetime of health and wellness pursuits to work with clients of all ages and fitness levels.

After receiving an Economics degree and Sociology minor from Virginia Tech, Kerry spent 25 years in the corporate world while pursuing yoga, marathon running, golf, endurance cycling, Nutrition, and Anti-Aging research as hobbies. In 2006, she followed her passion and started the education and certification process to launch her Health and Wellness company, Age-Intercept, Inc., in 2008.

Kerry is certified as a personal trainer from NASM, the National Academy of Sports Medicine. In addition, her qualifications include: a certificate as a Fitness Specialist for Older Adults from the Cooper Institute, Training in Corrective Exercise and Special Populations from NASM, and on-line coaching certification for Dr. Oz’s Sharecare coaching network. She is also a member of the Emergency Response Team for the city of Frisco, performs Visitation Ministry to the Elderly, and is First Aid and CPR/AED certified. While Kerry works with clients of all ages and fitness levels, her specialty is working with clients with special needs and goals: Weight Loss, Endurance Athletes, Lifestyle Changes, Controlled High Blood Pressure, Controlled Diabetes, Early Stages of Dementia, Early Stages of Alzheimer’s, Corrective Exercise after Physical Therapy release, and Chemotherapy and Radiation Clients.

Kerry’s clients are safely progressed through the OPT (Optimal Performance Training) model regardless of their goals or starting level of fitness to ensure injury free training. Each client moves through Joint Stabilization and Strength Development Stages of their Individualized program. Athletes may progress to the Power stage if Speed, Agility and Quickness training is desired. Programs are designed based on general lifestyle, medical, and physical performance assessment information obtained from the initial consultation. The client's goals are then combined with the assessment information and Fitness programs are developed that are both workable and manageable for the client’s long term success!

Contact Information:    Kerry Stallo, CEO,  214-244-7004
                                Age-Intercept, Inc.
                                www.AgeIntercept.com  AgeIntercept@aol.com

Mary Stewart

Belly Dance

Jill Sullivan

Water Aerobics

Certifications: Water aerobics instructor, CPR, 1^st aid, Lifeguard

Has been teaching water aerobics since 1984 (26 yrs)
Middle school teacher (Health, athletics, P.E.) since 2004
College swimmer
Coaches and teaches swim lessons

Appropriate for all levels of fitness, all ages
Excellent cardiovascular conditioning as the heart is more efficient in water
Resistance and density of water improves strength and flexibility which leads to better muscle endurance and balance, leading to quicker results in fitness
Water’s buoyancy supports 80% of your weight so there is less strain on joints, back and torso, and participants are less likely to injure muscles, bones, or joints
Cool water in summer lifts mood and keeps body temperature constant
Total body exercise, you can move body in ways you could not move on land
More calories are burned in water than on land, a typical class burns between 450 and 700 calories per hour

Any exercise program will help with weight control, improve blood cholesterol, decrease blood pressure, boost energy, manage stress, release tension, sleep well and fall asleep faster, improve self image, increase muscle strength and endurance and will tone entire body.

Kenneth Tan

Pastel, Charcoal, Acrylics

Canvas Gallery Art Show, Dallas, Texas 2006
Agora Gallery, Chelsea, SOHO, New York, Group Exhibition 2003
Over 10 years of passion and love in painting and drawing – Oil, Acrylic, Charcoal and Pastel, specialize in Mixed Media. Art has inspired me to look at life with full enthusiasm. The motivation and passion enable me to work with all ages of individuals to discover their creative side. I also enjoy learning, exchanging ideas and inspiration in art that allow me to connect with others to explore the art worlds.

Painting and drawing in Charcoal, Pastel and Acrylic allows any individual to discover their inner appreciation of art. It allows them to create art work with freedom yet develop skills throughout the class. Students find passion in art and discover their desire and strong will of creation. Added benefit, it also allows students self discovery, to be free to create art without the traditional "Do and don’t" of old school art classes.

I can be reached at nethx2@yahoo.com or 972-977-1084 for any classes to accommodate your love of art.

Mike Tufariello

Boxing

I have been involved with boxing for the better part of 55 years. As a fighter I fought three times at the famed Madison Square Garden, have been a trainer, a coach and cornerman. I have been the head instructor of the Tuff Time Boxing/Cardio program with the City of Carrollton for 8 years.

I have trained fighters in Texas and New York, on the amateur level as well as pros. I served in the Military for 23 years and did a tour of duty in Vietnam. I was on the Military Boxing Team for 8 years and won many titles. My father was a pro in the late 40's and early 50's and my son (dubbed the Italian Stallion) was ranked no. 2 in the country in 2006. I brought many fighters to the Texas Golden Gloves and many of them, including females, have won Championships. 

Boxing is a fine sport, and it's also a great way to get in shape. Boxing is a full body workout from head to toe. If you want to get in shape, male or female, regardless of age, drop by the class for a super workout.

Cheryl Walker

Dance, Yoga, Preschool Dance, Aerobics

Certification as pre/post natal group fitness instructor
Infant and Adult CPR certified
Over five years as a student of dance - ballet and jazz
Approximately two years of group instruction featuring aerobics, Pilates, beginning ballet and Yoga
Mother of five children with a degree in education and psychology
Taught preschoolers in numerous settings over last 15 years
Practiced and studied yoga under several instructors past two years
Group fitness instruction over past seven years
http://www.strengthandbeautyyoga.com/

Classes help moms have safer, shorter deliveries, healthier babies, and better physical shape before and after pregnancy. Classes with baby encourage mother/baby bonding and provide a fun and convenient way to work out with baby by your side. Preschool Dance: Children learn basic ballet and terminology, are exposed to many music genres, engage in use of props and instruments, learn about rhythm, all while getting a great workout with their peers in a nurturing environment. Yoga: Students will focus on the athletic aspects of yoga--working on strengthening and toning, while developing mental focus and physical strength. Super abs and Legs: Students in this class will get what the name claims - a great workout of abs and legs, helping to shape and tone both areas through a variety of techniques, including hand weights, interval work, aerobics, floor/mat work, as well as elements of Pilates and ballet. All done with a mix of fun, current music.

Contact Cheryl at cheryllwalker@gmail.com or call 972-922-6132.

Christopher Williams

Personal Trainer

"Give a person a workout, and they'll exercise for a month. Teach a person to workout, and they'll exercise for life."

There is a lot of conflicting information about exercise and fitness out there to confuse people. Being able to sort through all that and achieve goals is what Christopher will focus on with you. A certified trainer since 2003, he has previously been certified by ACE, and now carries an ACT card along with CPR/AED. He's worked as a personal trainer, group fitness instructor and yoga instructor at Rutgers University. There his duties encompassed everything from VO2 Max testing, to metabolic rate analysis, to sports specific training several of the intramural and club teams. During this time, he also competed at the state level on Team NJ, an Olympic Lifting Team in North/Central New Jersey. As a member of the team, he was fortunate enough to be able to spend a week training at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. In the intervening years, he has trained at several gyms and in private sessions covering a variety of topics including abdominals/core training, aerospace fitness, bodybuilding, myofascial release, Olympic weightlifting, power/strength, sport specific/agility, stretching, flexibility, and weight loss.

Even with the popularity of boot camps nationwide and high intensity home workout programs, Christopher firmly believes that people can also benefit from slower paced workouts. He wants to ensure that all of his clients understand why they're doing particular exercises and how it affects their body as a whole. The result is a calm but very intense session, packed with information that's been customized for the client's interests, activities and abilities.

Overall, he hopes each of his clients goes away feeling a little bit stronger, not just physically, but emotionally. After all, achieving goals is a great feeling!


Contact by email at Chris@artsciencephotos.com or call 972-310-8114.