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Team  Zumba

Get ready for top National Zumba Trainers to show you why Zumba Fitness® is still hot, hot, hot and at the top of every club class schedule. Featuring Alieen and Alfredo Padilla, Eliza Stone, Adrianna Carr, and Abraham Hernandez.

Adrianna Carr

Team Zumba®

Adriana began dancing at the age of 5. Since then, she has gone on to study ballet, point, modern dance and hip-hop. She combined her passion for dance with fitness (12 years teaching Spinning) into becoming a Zumba Instructor in 2006. Adriana has worked as a Zumba Jammer, is a Zumba Education Specialist and International Presenter. She has choreographed routines for Zin and has trained celebrities such as Andrea Risenborough and Shelley Conn. She is a Personal Trainer and has been AFAA certified for 5 years.

Abraham  Hernandez

Z.E.S.

Team Zumba®

Abraham has been working for more than 11 years in the fitness industry as a Gym Owner & Manager, Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor.   He was born and raised in Mexico where he opened his first Gym back in 2000, in 2007 went to Spain worked as a Zumba Education Specialist teaching Zumba Trainings, now he’s been living in the USA (Medford, OR) since 2010. He’s been a Zumba Education Specialist since 2006 (Basic 1, Zumba Toning and Aqua Zumba) teaching trainings in Mexico, Spain and the USA. He’s an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Certified GroupEx Instructor and AEA Certified Aquatic Professional, Certified 3STAR Spinning Instructor (Mad Dogg Athletic) and Certified BodyPump Instructor (Les Mills).   Abraham has been a presenter at the IDEA and Zumba Convention.

Alfredo  Padilla

Team Zumba®

Alfredo Padilla has been a Fitness Professional for 6 years. He’s a ZUMBA Education Specialist and International Presenter. Some of his credentials include Certified Personal Trainer for the National Academy of Sports Medicine, Personal Trainer for the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, Group Fitness Instructor for the American Council on Exercise. He has appeared in many Fitness Conventions and Tradeshows in the US. He’s energetic and a motivator; a combination that has inspired and helped hundreds of people achieve a better quality of life throughout his career.

Alieen  Padilla

Team Zumba®

Aileen has been a fitness instructor for over 6 years. In 2005 she took a Zumba training and was instantly hooked, since then she has been teaching Zumba classes. She now is a Zumba Education Specialist and international presenter. Aileen has worked in different Fitness conventions and trade shows in the US. She has also done motion capture for the Zumba Fitness video game. Aileen hopes to inspire others to pursue a healthy lifestyle and learn to have fun and enjoy working out. Aileen is both AFAA and ACE Certified.

Eliza Stone

Team Zumba®

Eliza has been in the fitness industry for 20 years, teaching a variety of fitness formats. She is a Zumba Education Specialist and Zumba Instructor since 2002 presenting such trainings as Zumba Basic Skills, Zumba Gold, and Aqua Zumba. Eliza is an international presenter for Zumba Fitness, presenting at all major conventions, she is also a Registered Dietitian, Personal Trainer and has appeared in many Zumba DVD’s. ACE, AFAA and AEA certified

Mark Macdonald

Author- Body Confidence and R.I.P.P.E.D. Lead Nutritionist

CEO Venice Nutrition

Mark Macdonald, creator and CEO of Venice Nutrition and author of the NY Times Best Selling Book, Body Confidence, opened the first Venice Nutrition Consulting Center in Venice Beach, California, in 1999. Since then, the company has grown to include more than 400 consulting practices, 5000 nutrition coaches and over 250,000 clients nationwide and internationally. The produce of Marks own lifelong interest in health and fitness, the Venice Nutrition Program is , first and foremost, about empowering every individual to achieve their ideal body. First as a college athlete, and later as a professional fitness model, nutritionist, and personal trainer. Mark grew frustrated by incomplete health “solutions” and restrictive diets. He set out to learn how the human body really works and discovered the power of blood sugar stabilization. After years of study and extensive work with clients from all walks of life, he designed the powerful three-step system of the Venice Nutrition Program and now also available in the new book, Body Confidence.

Alex  Isaly

R.I.P.P.E.D. – The One Stop Body Shock™

Co-Creator of R.I.P.P.E.D.

Alex has extensive experience in the fitness industry and is qualified to teach and train in several formats. He is the co-creator of R.I.P.P.E.D. – The One Stop Body ShockTM , an ex-Master Trainer for LeMond Cycling, TRX trained instructor, and triathlon and cycling coach/competitor. His experience comes from years of competitive racing and teaching/training at several top fitness clubs. He has contributed and been featured in several fitness publications. Alex has appeared on FOX, NBC, CNN Headline News, and CBS featuring R.I.P.P.E.D.TM . He has been casted in top fitness infomercials. Alex is currently AFAA and ACE certified.

Terry  Shorter

R.I.P.P.E.D. – The One Stop Body Shock™

Co Creator of R.I.P.P.E.D.

With over 20 years of experience in music production, dance, martial arts, sports, and television performance, Terry possesses versatility and effectiveness to instruct and train in several areas of fitness. He is the co-creator of R.I.P.P.E.D. – The One Stop Body ShockTM, creator of the T.K.O. and Rave workouts, and ex-Master Trainer of a kickboxing format. Terry has contributed in several fitness publications. He has appeared on FOX, NBC, CNN Headline News, and CBS featuring R.I.P.P.E.D.TM and casted in the top selling fitness infomercial in 2006. Terry is currently AFAA certified.

Viveca Jensen

Team PILOXING

CEO of the PILOXING Academy and creator of PILOXING

Viveca is a professional dancer, Pilates instructor, bodybuilder, trained boxer and personal trainer to the stars. Viveca is the CEO of the PILOXING Academy and the creator of PILOXING, which has been featured on TV shows such as The Doctors, Access Hollywood, and ET! and in magazines including Shape, Fitness Magazine, Redbook, O Magazine, Elle, Vogue, OK!, People and US Weekly. Her studio is a favorite training Mecca for celebrities such as Hilary Duff, Victoria Secret models and clients who want a fun, effective and inspiring workout experience. The PILOXING DVD is an international best seller and her program is distinguished by a genuine passion for helping clients break through personal barriers to achieve life-long health.

Cortney  Gornall

Team PILOXING

Senior Master Instructor at the PILOXING Academy

Cortney Gornall is a certified International Pilates instructor and Occupational Therapist. She has also played a vital role in the development of the PILOXING program and is a senior master instructor at the PILOXING Academy. As Vice President of Education at the PILOXING Academy, Cortney is also actively involved in training and supporting PILOXING instructors all over the United States and developing opportunities for PILOXING instructors internationally.

Anita Tonne

Team COREBAR®

COREBAR® Founder and Program Creator

Anita Tonne has several fitness degrees and certifications from Europe, 18 years of fitness experience, teach classes in one of Scandinavian`s leading fitness chain, a personal trainer and motivator for women who wish to achieve ambitious goals such as running a marathon and hill running. She is a fitness journalist and training expert in a number of magazines and is the CEO for Coremon Scandinavia and Coremon Overseas which offers THE COREBAR™ program international. She is a woman with unstoppable dedication, mounds of energy and a special and contagious charm and charisma.

Lene Kristine  Dahl

Team COREBAR

International Director of the COREBAR® Academy

Lene Kristine has been teaching different types of classes since she was 15 years old. Even as a 4-year-old she proved as talented dancer with a genuine understanding of music. She has been a Master Trainer and a group exercise manager and fitness course instructor in step and aerobic since she was 25 years old. She is an experienced national and international convention presenter and spends more time outside than inside her country! 
She is the girl with the unique commitment to her work and has a rare talent of being strategically creative, structured and disciplined, perfectionist, enterprising and outgoing.
Lene Kristine’s philosophy is: “I do what it takes for the team to be successful!”

Team  Equinox

For over 20 years, Equinox has raised the bar in group fitness and personal training programming. They are known for staying ahead of the curve with innovative and results-oriented training techniques and are recognized for cultivating inspiring leaders. Now, Equinox is ready to share the science and art of group dynamics, music and motivation with aspiring group fitness leaders. The Equinox Group Fitness Training Institute offers a progressive curriculum that covers the vast knowledge and unique skill-set required to be a successful group leader. This systematic program offers four stages of learning, from foundational must-know education such as applied anatomy to presentation and the art of group motivation. Innovation, on-going education and professional development are part of the culture of success at Equinox and the GFTI program explores critical concepts that define and refine an instructor’s elemental signature style. As a Presentation Partner with Evolution Fitness, Equinox will be offering a wide variety of ‘cutting edge’ training workshops and exciting ‘all star’ workouts featuring the ‘best of the best’. You won’t want to miss it!

Jeffrey  Scott

Team Equinox

Equinox GFTI Trainer

Jeffrey is an International Fitness Presenter, a Reebok Master Trainer, a Schwinn Master Trainer and an Area Group Fitness Manager for Equinox Fitness Clubs. With over 20 years of experience in the Health and Fitness industry Jeffrey has conducted training workshops in over 15 countries around the world and is recognized as a top fitness educator, instructor and personal trainer who is knows for his creative choreography and motivational teaching.

Robert  Sherman

Team Equinox

Equinox GFTI Trainer

Robert Sherman is president and owner of F.I.T., Inc., and Area Group Fitness Manager for Equinox Fitness Clubs. His over 29 years in fitness has led him to be a much sought after speaker, trainer and consultant for programming for fitness, spa, wellness facilities and conventions throughout the United States and internationally. Robert can be seen in numerous exercise videos and television appearances. Robert was named as one of the top 100 fitness trainers in America by Men’s Journal and Allure Magazines and was selected by the Washington Post newspaper as one of the best fitness instructors in the Washington D.C. area. Capital File Magazine recognizes Robert as the “Power Trainer” in Washington, D.C. He holds a BA degree in business administration and marketing from the University of Maryland, and is a Gold Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor by ACE, AFAA and ACSM.

Amy Dixon

Team Equinox

Amy Dixon is one of the most dynamic fitness instructors and celebrity Master Trainers in the industry today. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in exercise physiology as well as many other fitness certifications. Amy is a contributing editor for numerous fitness and lifestyle magazines, the Group Fitness Manager for Equinox Fitness Clubs in Santa Monica, a member of the Gatorade G-Series Fit team, a columnist for Livestrong®, as well as a Master Trainer for Schwinn® Cycling and BOSU®. Amy also stars in many critically acclaimed fitness DVD’s and online fitness programs.

Barbara  Klein

Flexi-Sport

CEO Flexi-Sports

• Sports physical therapist • NIKE Athlete • Personal Trainer • International presenter • Author of wellknown health books • Fitness – & nutritionexpert TV & Printformate • QVC expert with own sports show

Darin Dieterich

FlexiSport

Team FlexiSport

Named as a top presenter in Germany, Canada and Switzerland, Darin Dieterich has blended years of hard work, talent, and education, earning him a spot as one of the fitness industry’s brightest innovators. Darin has appeared in over 40 countries and educated over 10,000 fitness professionals. Darin is a mastertrainer for Flexi-Sports, Germany, CALA (Canadian Aquafitness Leaders Alliance) and the Group Fitness Director for Munich’s premium Fitness Studio, AJ´s Health & Fitness.

Team  PowderBlue

Powder Blue Productions offers a wide variety of programming options to help keep clubs pumping with great group exercise class. PowderBlue hosts ongoing trainings designed to Help instructors master great instruction skills and exciting new Hip Hop Hustle™, Turbo Kick® and Piyo™ formats. Learn how to become a pro by join some of the top Powder Blue master trainers as they highlight the latest and greatest PB programs at the EFC event.

Alli Vaughn

Team Powder Blue

PB Presenter

Alli Vaughn is a Internationally recognized Fitness Educator and Group Exercise Instructor. Graduating with her Bachelors in Exercise and Sports Science, she holds various certifications through the National Strength and Condition Association (NSCA), AFAA, Yogafit, and more. She is a Continuenig Education Provider through AFAA and ACE working as a 5 Star APD and Presenter for Powder Blue Productions, the creators of Turbo Kick®, Hip Hop Hustle™, PiYo™ and All Star Presenter Camp. Alli is currently working with Chalene Johnson as a member of her Elite Video Talent Team, appearing in numerous videos in both the training and consumer markets. She been teaching, training and traveling the nation for the past 10 years sharing her passion and knowledge of fitness, health and fun with countless instructors, trainers, coaches and fitness enthusiasts.

Meredith  Campbell

Team Powder Blue

PB Presenter

2011 Presenter for the year for Powder Blue Productions, creators of Turbo Kick®, PiYo™, Hip Hop Hustle™ and All Start Presenter Camp. Meredith has also be featured in fitness videos for Hip Hop Hustle™ and Turbo Kick™ as well as Chalene Johnson’s home workout video, Turbo Fire, released in 2010.

Michele  Park

Team Powder Blue

PB Presenter

Michele Park is an ACE and AFAA continuing education provider for the company Powder Blue Productions where she presents TurboKick®, Hip Hop Hustle™, Piyo™ and All Star Presenter Camp. She has helped choreographed numerous exercise videos and has been featured in over 30 instructor educational videos. Michele is the owner of GetFit2Go, an at home and on the go fitness consulting business. She was featured in SELF magazine in 2009 for her innovative approach to home fitness. She has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years and trained hundreds of instructor in various formats. Michele is currently a 5 Star Area Promotions Director for Powder Blue Productions and is a member of The Elite VideoTalent Team. She is the wife of a Tri athelete and the mother of 2 very active teenage daughters.

Mindy Lawhorne

Team Powder Blue

PB Presenter

Mindy Lawhorne is a continuing education provider with both ACE and AFAA through Powder Blue Productions where she presents Turbo Kick®, PiYo™, Hip Hop Hustle™ and All-Star Presenter Camp. Mindy has a degree in Kinesiology and is a 17 year fitness veteran. She began teaching classes since 1992, started presenting in 2003 and has trained over 900 people in the Powder Blue formats. In addition to presenting, Mindy has been in over 20 fitness videos both in the training and consumer markets. She is the National Promotion Supervisor for Powder Blue Productions managing over 60 Area Promotions Directors/ Presenters and as well as being a Wife, Mom of two and a business owner.

Donna  Meyer

Team Powder Blue

Beachbody Coach

Donna Meyer has been an industry leader for several decades. Her many accolades have won her prestigious awards such as the 2000 IDEA Program Director of the Year. More recently she has turned her efforts into helping others find their fitness ‘passion’ as a highly successful Beachbody Coach. Donna is also the Vice President of Creative Concepts for Powder Blue Productions.

Malin  Svensson

Team Nordic Walking

President Nordic Walking North America

Originally from Sweden, Malin Svensson came to the United States in 1989 with a Masters Degree in Physical Education. A former nationally ranked track and field athlete with 20 years experience in the health and fitness industry, Malin is a Fitness Coach/Author/Speaker and she is certified by NASM and NSCA. In association with the popular UCLA Extension program, Malin continues to instruct her signature course entitled: Alternative Fitness. Malin Svensson is the president of Malins Method Inc., the founder of Nordic Walking USA and she has been featured in LA Times, The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal and various online and hard copy magazines. As the first INWA (International Nordic Walking Association) Master Trainer in North America, she introduced Nordic Walking to America in 2002. “Outdoor Adventures – Nordic Walking” (Human Kinetics April 2009) is the working title for her upcoming book. She is the author of the Nordic Walking Instructor Manual for North America, co-author of the INWA (International Nordic Walking Association) Instructor Manual. Today, she is one of the four INWA International Coaches and she serves on the INWA Advisory Board. Malin has been invited to lead Nordic Walking seminars and events at fitness conventions for the last six years including IDEA, Evolution Fitness Conference and ACSM. To date, she has conducted Nordic Walking seminars and presentations throughout North America, Europe and New Zealand. She is considered to be one of the leading authorities in Nordic Walking in the world.

Gary  Johnson

Team Nordic Walking

Vice President Nordic Walking North America

International presenter, Reebok University faculty member for 10 years and ACE media spokesperson. A former professional soccer player he began teaching fitness in 1982. Gary is the owner of Kneedspeed a manufacture of fitness equipment, designing and marketing his own lateral training device later sold to Reebok as Slide Reebok. He has instructed and presented throughout the U.S., Canada, Japan, Asia, England, and Europe. He has presented at most of the major fitness conferences including ACSM, ISBO, FEBO, IRSA, Idea, Apex, and many more. Gary has made numerous TV appearances, on fitness related matters, throughout the United States and Europe, and has contributed articles to many fitness publications. Participated and won the First Nordic Walking Marathon held in the United States. Competed in a World Championship Marathon held in the United States and finished second, top US finisher.

Linda  Shelton

Team Beamfit™

Fitness Expert, Author and Programming Director

Inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in March in 2007, Linda Shelton stands as one of the country’s leading exercise experts. She is an internationally recognized fitness and wellness consultant, certified trainer, speaker and health writer, who for the last 40+ years has been inspiring millions around the world to a healthier way of life. Completing her Master’s work in Exercise Physiology, she is acclaimed by fitness professionals as an industry leader for her innovative, scientifically applied programs which makes getting fit and healthy attainable for everyone! Linda has authored eight books, produced, directed and/or choreographed over 350 DVDs and co-produced three award winning television fitness shows. She was a founding member of the Aerobic and Fitness Association (AFAA), co-authoring the Exercise Standards and Guidelines and Primary Certification examination used today. Linda has most recently co-developed JUKARI Fit to Flex™ for Reebok and Cirque du Soleil, Zumba Toning™ with Beto Perez and co-developed the Piloxing™ certificate program. Formerly Fitness Director for all Weider/AMI women’s fitness publications including SHAPE Magazine for 23 years, Linda is currently the Fitness Director for VIVmag.com a digital women’s lifestyle and fitness magazine. She has appeared on virtually every major broadcast and cable networks news telecasts, including such programs as Good Morning America, E Entertainment, Inside Edition and the Discovery Channel. Linda is a Beamfit™ Executive Advisory Board Member, Elite Trainer and Beamfit™ Communications Director. Additionally, she is one of the featured trainers on the Nextfit Key Chain Trainer, offering downloadable, audio workouts.

AFAA  Presenters

Team AFAA

AFAA is the world’s largest fitness and TeleFitness® educator. Since 1983, AFAA has issued over 300,000 certifications to fitness professionals from 73 countries worldwide. Each year, health clubs and studios host over 2,500 educational workshops nationwide. AFAA is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Top presenters from the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, Lisa Hamlin, Jamie Brittain, Michele Blake, Tiffany Hamlin and Darwin San Luis, team up with well known author Sean Foy to give you a taste of what’s going to be the best moves and training programs in the new year!

Sean  Foy

Author- Ten Minute Total Body Beakthrough

President of Personal Wellness Corporation

Sean Foy, M.A., Sean Foy, an exercise physiologist, behavioral coach, and certified nutrition counselor, is president and founder of Personal Wellness Corporation, a California-based wellness consulting firm that provides health and fitness testing, education seminars, and comprehensive wellness plans to corporations, hospitals, and health facilities. Foy is also the co-creator of the award-winning children’s health and fitness program, LEAN KIDS. Among numerous citations, he has received the “Nike Go” Top National Health Eduction Program Award and the California Governor Health Educator of the Year Award. He lives with his family in Placentia, California.

Jamie  Brittain

Team AFAA

Jamie Brittain, AFAA Presenter and Examiner has been a fitness professional for over 13 years. She is experienced in leading a variety of formats including cardio dance, kickboxing, aqua fitness, senior fitness, stretch, and yoga. Jamie is actively involved with training onboard military installations. Her instruction is focused on whole body health, prioritizing safety, strength, and a healthy lifestyle. Jamie’s charismatic style and dynamic routines have motivated learners of all levels to achieve their fitness goals. Her certifications include Primary Group Exercise, Military Fitness Specialist, Kickboxing, Yoga and Dance.

Lisa Hamlin

Team AFAA

Lisa J. Hamlin Lisa Hamlin, International Presenter, Director of International and Military Relations and Master Certification Specialist with AFAA has over 25 years experience as a fitness professional and international educator. Lisa created and produced several fitness DVDs, authored a variety of instructor training manuals and has presented at numerous conventions worldwide, including China, Germany, Guatemala, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and the U.S. In addition, she is actively involved with U.S. Military Physical Fitness Leader training. Lisa writes articles regularly for fitness magazines in the U.S. and Asia, and has made a guest appearance on National television, “The Good Morning Show”. Her credentials include over fifteen certifications and training courses in group exercise, personal training, dance and specialty class formats, including training courses abroad. Lisa is known throughout the fitness industry for her remarkable energy and creative choreography.

The Pilates Coach

The Pilates Coach is a division of the Bender Training Academy. It has always been Leslee Bender’s vision to encourage students to never memorize a manual but to look at the human body and how it moves in all three planes of motion. Pilates is for all ages and fitness levels when taught correctly. Pilates combines rehabilitation with with exercise, making it excellent for everyone. Find out how The Pilates Coach/TPC is unique in the workshops offered at the Evolution Fitness Conference.

Leslee Bender

B.A. ACSM, NASM, AFAA, ACE.

THE PILATES COACH

Leslee Bender Creator of the Bender Method of Training 2007 fitness commercial of the year! Eslee is agraduate of The Gray Institute of Applied Functional Science and presents internationally for over 25 years. The Pilates coach has certified over 2000 trainers around the world in the safest method of Pialtes for todays population based on research. Along with Trich Murphy Madden Bender Barre None is hittig clubs as the first Barre program that does not overuse the hip flexors and compromise the low back. Leslee has produced and starred in over 30 DVD’s and translated into several languages. B.A. ACSM,NASM AFAA, ACE

Tricia Murphy Madden

THE PILATES COACH

Elite Fitness Instructor and Trainer, Tricia Murphy Madden, began teaching in 1991 and never looked back. She has taught dance and fitness workshops worldwide and is one industries top presenters. She is American Council on Exercise Faculty member and Fitness TV pro. She has developed many highly acclaimed programs for the industry including Urban Striptease Aerobics which has over 1750 instructors worldwide and My Best Friends Workout, a fitness program designed for pet owners to get in shape while walking their pet which is sold in pet stores and on-line nationwide. Between the two programs, she has sold over 50,000 exercise DVD’s since 2003.

Julz Arney

Choreographer & Fitness Educator

As a choreographer and fitness industry educator, Julz Arney never seems to run out of fun, authentic, do-able dance moves and group exercise programming ideas for health club classes. Named “the delegates’ choice” 2003 International Fitness Presenter of the Year at North America’s largest gathering of fitness professionals, CanFitPro, and honored by IDEA Health and Fitness Association in 2004 as one of the top three fitness instructors in the world, her work has helped thousands of instructors across 16 countries fill their classes and teach with confidence. Julz is currently the Education Programs Director and Lead Master Trainer for Schwinn® Cycling, where she manages a team of 45 top industry educators who in turn train thousands of instructors in the U.S. each year. She is a master trainer for Indo-Row™ and a die-hard student of Yoga, currently teaching in community outreach ventures through local schools and her church. Julz’s credits include: original member of Culture Shock Dance Troupes, Inc.; creator/producer of The Cardio Dance Floor video series; creator of SUPERSTREET™, a pre-choreographed cardio hip hop class format for 24 Hour Fitness; star/choreographer of the Quick Fix Cardio Hip Hop video and the Dance Off the Inches video series; choreographer of CRUNCH’s Fat Burning Dance Party and PREVENTION Magazine’s Dance It Off DVDs; lead in tv’s ESPN2 Crunch Fitness show and principal dancer in countless live performances around the world.

Jonathan  DePaz

Owner Depaz Energie Cardio Studio

Jonathan DePaz has always had an abundance of energy, with interests covering many different fields. He has gained recognition and fame in the fitness industry as a celebrity trainer to the stars as well as one of the most sought-after aerobics instructors in group exercise. Jonathan DePaz has always been adventurous. After completing his university studies in Boston, MA, he embarked on a three-year world tour as “Aladdin” in Walt Disney’s Aladdin on Ice. He performed in every major and secondary city in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Japan. As if this weren’t enough, Jonathan is trained in Martial Arts and Boxing and when he moved to Los Angeles, CA he continued his personal workouts, realizing the importance of staying healthy and fit. Together with his positive personality and high-energy spirit, Jonathan developed his own style of fitness training and opened DePaz ENERGIE Cardio Studio.

Phil and Michelle  Dozois

BREAKTHRU FITNESS

Phil and Michelle Dozois, owners of BREAKTHRU FITNESS, Pasadena premiere, upscale boutique fitness training club, provide clients with excellence in specialized group exercise, personal training, sports performance, corrective exercise and Pilates. After more than 20 years of running some of the countries leading group exercise programs and presenting the latest fitness trends around the world, Michelle and her husband Phil Dozois are ready to share their secrets to business success utilizing their top income generating programs, PEAK 10, ATC and Lose to Win.
Phil has been a personal trainer for over 19 years and holds the following certifications and specializations from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM): Certified Personal Trainer, Performance Enhancement Specialist and Corrective Exercise Specialist. He has designed exercise programs for Sony-BMG, Shape Magazine, Adventure Sports Magazine, Competitor Magazine. Co-Developer of the Peak 10 program
Michelle has starred in many best selling fitness videos such as “Pilates for Dummies”, “Walk Your Way Slim”, and the original “10 Minute Solution”. She has also produced her own line of “Breakthru Fitness” titles which include Pilates, Step, Dance and Total Body Sculpting workouts. She is a former National and World Aerobic Champion, holds multiple certifications and has taught other fitness professionals in 20 countries around the world. Her “everyone can be fit attitude”; versatile teaching skills and inspiring persona have helped her sell over 4 million fitness videos. Her latest creations are the infomercial home-workout programs PEAK FIT CHALLENGE and PEAK 10.

essica  Matthews

Exercise Physiologist

ACE Spokesperson

Jessica is an Exercise Physiologist for the American Council on Exercise and a media spokesperson. She is an adjunct professor at Miramar College, teaching courses in the Department of Exercise Science, Health and Nutrition. She holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education teacher education from Coastal Carolina University and a master’s degree in physical education from Canisius College, as well as two ACE certifications (Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer); she is also an experienced registered yoga teacher (E-RYT) through Yoga Alliance. Prior to her role at ACE, Matthews was the aquatics director for Conway Medical Wellness and Fitness Center, a hospital-based wellness center. She has also designed curriculum for health and physical education, grades K-12. As an ACE spokesperson and presenter, Matthews has been featured as a fitness expert on CNN and San Diego 6’s “San Diego Living” show, and has been quoted in various publications including Shape, Self, and Oxygen.

Lenny Parracino

CMT, FAFS

Gray Institute Faculty

Lenny is a former author, hands-on instructor, and clinician for The National Academy of Sports Medicine. Currently he serves as a faculty member of the Gray Institute of Applied Functional Science. He has spent over 20 years serving the health industry as an international lecturer, soft-tissue therapist, and movement therapist. Lenny has performed over 200 lectures, has written educational materials and consulted/lectured for organizations such as: The National Academy of Sports Medicine, Perform Better, PTontheNet.com, Cooper Clinic in Dallas Texas, Tennis Clubs of America University, IDEA World Health and Fitness Conference, 24 Hour Fitness, and Sports Club Company, as well as other fitness, educational and medical facilities around the world. Lenny has earned his degree in Health Science, is a Fellow of Applied Functional Science, holds a California certification/license to practice soft tissue therapy and is a certified provider of the medically patented Active Release Techniques®. As a full-time therapist, he integrates an eclectic approach of soft-tissue therapy, movement conditioning and nutritional consulting at Kinetic Conditioning Institute in Montrose, California.

Jan  Schroeder PhD

Professor of Kinesiology

Jan Schroeder, PhD is a professor of Kinesiology, specializing in Fitness, at California State University. Dr. Schroeder has authored over 25 research and applied articles in the area of exercise physiology/fitness. Her current line of research specializes in trends within the fitness industry such as programming and equipment trends as well as compensation trends for fitness professionals. She has also presented over 50 research and practical sessions at the national and international level. Dr. Schroeder’s expertise within the fitness industry is well-sought after as evidenced by her consulting role to many fitness professional organizations including IDEA, AFAA, ACE, ACSM, Guthy-Renker, and HoopGirl™. Dr. Schroeder helps to develop curriculum for workshops and national certifying exams, writes articles, and conducts research projects as well as provides business counsel to these organizations. Dr. Schroeder is also a certified group exercise instructor, through AFAA and NASM and holder of 20 specialty certificates, who teaches weekly in the private sector.

Thomas  Trebotich

ISCA

CEO ISCA, International Sports Conditioning Association, Owner of Promise Enterprises

Thomas the Promise is the founder of ISCA (International Sports Conditioning Association) and Promise Enterprises, the world’s largest sports conditioning association, which has certified thousands of instructors around the world. ISCA/Promise Enterprises was the first organization to establish boxing and kick boxing written standards and guidelines for safe, effective group and personal training exercise programs. A world class athlete, trainer of trainers, spokesperson, and international presenter who focuses on teaching sport-specific exercises and athletic style workouts.

Matt Wessels

Owner/Coach

CrossFit TSAC

As a four year varsity track and cross country athlete, Matt became compelled by the teaching/coaching component of his sport. After high school Matt earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from California Polytechnic University San Luis Obispo and later completed his graduate coursework in Kinesiology – Strength and Conditioning at California State Sacramento. He added to his education by obtaining certifications as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA, along with becoming a level 1 coach for CrossFit, USA Weightlifting and Kettlebell Athletic organizations. He has worked as a General Manager, Personal Training manager and Fitness Director at regional and national fitness centers over the past 10 years.

Lauri Reimer

AFAA Specialist

International fitness educator, Lauri Reimer, has been teaching instructor workshops and fitness training programs worldwide for over 20 years. She is an AFAA Master Certification Specialist and Trainer and an ACE certified instructor specializing in exercise programming for pregnancy & postpartum. Lauri created pre/postnatal exercise programs for Sports Club/LA, Voight by the Sea, and Bodies in Motion in Los Angeles, CA. She is available for in-home training & consultations for new & expectant moms. Lauri is also a featured writer and has authored several articles published in Shape’s Fit Pregnancy and American Fitness magazines. Her original class, FitMOMS FitBABIES, gained attention and was featured on KCBS Morning News, Smart Solutions with Maty Monfort (Home & Garden Network), and the Learning Channel’s “A Baby Story.” Lauri’s degree in Music Therapy has offered her many opportunities within the fitness industry as well. She wrote AFAA’s home study course, Music Essentials For Group Exercise and also does music consulting work for Muscle Mixes Music.
Email: Lauri Reimer

Milo Levell

Minister of Dance

Milo Levell is one of the most widely recognized international ambassadors of Hip Hop dance. For over 25 years he has paved the way, making a significant mark in the fitness industry with such exciting and innovative projects as his HIP HOP BODY SHOP, the very first hip hop dance/fitness television workout show that aired on ESPN2 in the USA. Milo was one of the first to prove that dance and expression can be added to create style and dimension into mainstream fitness classes, yet still offer the fitness benefits people need for good health. He continues that campaign to this day. His signature easy-to-follow style is consistent yet contemporary, challenging yet do-able. There’s something in it for everyone, which is what makes his classes so special. Getting his start at the famous Voight Fitness and Dance Center in the heart of Hollywood, CA, Milo’s Hip Hop Fitness classes attracted Hollywood’s elite from Julia Roberts, Sandra Bullock, Diana Ross to Jessica Alba, Toni Basil, Ricki Lake, LL Cool J and many others. In 2010, Milo was awarded the prestigious Michael Jackson DOT award for his choreography.