Your Health. Your Fitness. Your Goals. Faster.

About AJ    See AJ’s Classes

A.J. has been in the fitness field for over 10 years. She first started as a recreation attendant while finishing college and receiving her BA in Environmental Studies.  However, years of working in the gym and after losing 80 lb.s from having two children, she got inspired to help others reach their goals.

She got her personal training through ACE and Group X through AFAA and started training at her gym on MCAS Miramar in 2008.  Throughout the years she has received certifications in Kickboxing, Spin®, Olympic lifting, HITT, TRX, ACE Life Style Weight and Management, and ACSM Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer.  She was a unit pt specialist for the Marine Corps and helped them become combat-ready and injury-free. She now trains a variety of clients that need weight loss, were wounded or injured, and wishes to have a healthier lifestyle. She also loves to teach spin in a variety of Group Classes.

Training Philosophy

Train for life! Train for longevity and a healthy life, looking great and confidence are just great side effects. My passion in life is to have all my clients reach their goals and help build them a foundation for a healthier and happier lifestyle.  Nothing makes me happier than watching a client grow and change into the person they want to be.

Training Style

Educational, functional, sweaty, and killer fun!

About Ang See Ang’s Classes

Ang (if you call her Angela she’ll think she’s in trouble) is literally beauty and the beast. 

Born and raised in San Diego, she’s been an athlete/coach her entire life: Tae Kwon Do, swimming, soccer, cross country/track, fitness coaching, and more if you can believe it! 

Ang is always down for challenge events, from a hard-core MCRD Boot Camp Challenge to fun runs with bubbles and silly costumes. And…she loves mixing it up with boxing, pilates, running, soccer, Spinning, strength training (which BTW, is her favorite to teach and she totally crushes it), TRX, cardio hip-hop, yoga, and everything outdoors. And in her spare time…just kidding – she has none because she’s a wife and mom of 4 and her kids are busy with dance, music, soccer, art, etc..

Being an Educational Psychologist, you can always count on Ang to be compassionate, understanding and motivating. Yes, even when she’s kicking your butt! And yes, that’s another one of her passions. In short, she’s awesome. 

Training Philosophy

Train for life with functional movement incorporating core strength, solid form, and a healthy mindset. A fit body and soul are the best things you can put on daily!

Training Style

Consistency, commitment, and drive in each and every workout, while maintaining a fun atmosphere where we do our best using multiple fitness tools in a group setting with a goal to keep them coming back for more!  

About Bethany   See Bethany’s Classes

Bethany grew up in Poway, California and has always been involved in sports and fitness; from gymnastics, to skiing, to playing soccer on scholarship at Biola University.

Like many moms, losing the baby weight was a roller coaster, but under Cat’s direction it finally all clicked, and with that came a desire to help coach others. As an ACE certified personal trainer Bethany is known for absolutely killing it on Small Group and Personal Trainings.  And, when it comes to her Spinning® classes expect a fun, high energy packed house!

Whether you’re training for a triathlon, or simply have a desire to lose the baby weight too, this 5 foot bundle of energy will be there to encourage and coach you through it with a lot of laughter along the way.

Training Philosophy

I love it when people want to work hard! It truly pushes me to push them. But, at the same time I love having the challenge of having someone in my class who needs help with finding modifications. I love helping people to get fit, stronger and happier with their bodies and their whole self!

Training Style

I love to work as hard as we can right up to the minute!  We don’t waste any time.  Your time is valuable and so is mine! Let’s get it done, let’s get sweaty, and have a great time while doing it! Nothing deep here! 🙂

About Brian   See Brian’s Classes

Want to know who the starting pitcher was for any MLB team in 1992? Ask Brian. He seems to know every sports stat out there! Especially for any Boston teams, since that’s where he was born and raised; FANatic about his Red Sox and Pats. He played baseball and football from the time he could run or hold a mitt all the way into college. Speaking of college, Brian has a BA from Colby College in Maine, an MBA from Northeastern and is currently a finance executive at a Fortune 50 company, but one of his favorite accreditations is his newest, his SPINNING® certification!

Despite a heavy interest in athletics and sports, Brian’s weight and fitness level have ebbed and flowed over the years with “rock bottom” coming ~ 5 years ago when he lost his commitment to a healthy lifestyle. Guess where he found that commitment again? Studio SWEAT! With the support, guidance and encouragement from Cat and the amazing trainers at Studio SWEAT, Brian shed close to 60 pounds the RIGHT way – healthy eating, exercise, hard work and a whole lot of fun! Brian LOVES working out, everything sports related and most especially spending time with his family and friends. Oh, and you’ll see when you take his classes they’re pretty hard, but he always inserts a little humor into the mix making them insanely fun.

Training Philosophy

I train because I want to be healthy, feel good and have the energy to enjoy life. I train because I want to, not because I have to

Training Style

Tough, fun and motivating!

About Brooke   See Brooke’s Classes

You want high energy? You want motivation? Meet Studio SWEAT favorite, Brooke.  She grew up in the San Diego area and has always had a passion for fitness. Brooke a natural born Spinner® and has been at it for over 7 years. Her love for the bike led her to become a Certified SPIN® Instructor through Madd Dogg Athletics. She is also is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, TRX® Trainer, and a member of TRX® CORE.

Brooke graduated from the University of San Diego with a BA in English Literature. She’s the active mom of two young boys, and when she’s not in the Studio, she’s spending every moment with her family. Her passion is to help people reach their goals and to push them past what they think is possible.

About Carolyn See Carolyn’s Classes

Accomplished. Amazing. Bad Mama Jama. AND Gramma

If experience is the best teacher, then Carolyn is probably one of the most educated fitness professionals in the world! She’s seen it all, and lived it all. She brings a lot of diversity to our Studio SWEAT team, holding certifications in TRX®, Spinning®, Krank Cycle, ACE, NESTA, Mat Pilates, EFI Gravity, Hydrorider, Kinesis, Jillian Michael’s BODYSHRED™ , and more.

Carolyn has never stopped enjoying what she does, continuing her training and education on a wide variety of training styles. From climbing Mount Whitney, riding her bike from San Francisco to LA in 3 days, and stepping on stage as a 50 year old figure competitor, she continues to set fitness goals so she can hold herself to the same standards that she holds her trainees to. In 2017 she took second place in the IFBB North American Figure over 50 competition that embraces USA, Canada, and Mexico competitors. Expect her motivation and inspiration to translate into your perspiration.

Training Philosophy

Carolyn loves keeping it interesting for her clients by incorporating a multitude of training modalities. Her classes are dynamic and she will always push her clients beyond their comfort zones. Her extensive experience in the fitness world has also given her insight into the best ways to modify exercises for all abilities, limitations, and age groups while still achieving desired results.

Training Style

Experienced, energetic and fun!

About CAT   See Cat’s Classes

I worked as a technology consultant and engineer for many years, using my Business & Technology Degree from the University of Washington, but after years of doing that I decided that life was too short to keep doing something I didn’t love. I had always been involved in fitness to some degree. My first job at the age of 16 was at a gym in Palmdale, CA. With that said, I dove in and started working on becoming a certified personal trainer to supplement my group fitness instruction.

My first certification was in Spinning because I LOVE SPINNING! Best workout I had ever experienced and loved that anyone could do it and that everyone left looking like they had been hit by a fire hose. I really plunged into the fitness world when I bought my gym in Washington State. Even as the owner managing the business, I continued training clients and leading group exercise. Why? Because THAT is what I love doing.

I’m passionate about it! I live the life and help others do the same. When I moved to San Diego in July of 2009 I really had no intention of opening another operation, but it’s just in my blood. A couple of months later I started leading Fitness Camps, then at the end of February 2010 Studio SWEAT was born. My goal was the same as it always has been. Create a welcoming environment where people feel comfortable no matter what fitness level they currently are. Along with that, show them they are capable of more than they ever imagined. When people walk in the door they feel at home. When they leave they are drenched in sweat and proud of what they just did. I love my job.

Certifications

• ACE (American Council of Exercise) Personal Trainer
• Spinning
• Spinning for Kids
• TRX for Groups
• TRX Sports Medicine
• TRX Team Trainer
• Pilates
• Boot Camp
• Senior Fitness
• CPR and First Aid

Training Philosophy

You came, you saw, now let’s conquer.  BUT, all work and no play makes training no fun so my joy comes in making each workout an experience that includes pushing you to YOUR limit while making sure you feel great about what you accomplished and wanting to come back for more.

Training Style

Motivating, energetic, entertaining, creative, fickler for form.  You never know what to expect, but you can always expect it to be good!

About Chavva   See Chavva’s Classes

A driven competitor, Chavva has been a sports lover for as long as she can remember. Her first love was soccer, playing for over 30 years, including college and now plays in a co-ed indoor soccer league with her husband. She also grew up running Track and Cross Country, leading to running races as an adult with distances from 5k to 50 miles!

But as competitive as Chavva is, those weren’t enough, so in her early 20s, she thought it would be fun to learn how to box. After a few years of training, she began to fight competitively. Once she stopped competing, she continued to train younger fighters and also teaches group boxing/kickboxing classes for adults and children.

Chavva received a Bachelor’s Degree from SDSU in Kinesiology for Athletic Training. Because of her love for sports she decided to focus her career on Functional and Sports specific training. She holds certifications including NASM CPT, MDA Spin Instructor, Stages Cycle/Flight Instructor, TRX Instructor.

Chavva currently trains athletes and “non-athletes” in boxing, kickboxing, running, cycling, functional training and general strength and conditioning. She’s an endurance junkie, loving anything that pushes her body and mind to the limits, and is excited to share that passion with you!

Training Philosophy

Chavva believes that in order to succeed in your fitness goals you always need to challenge yourself and push yourself to be “comfortably uncomfortable.”

Training Style

Her classes are dynamic, challenging and always fun…oh and sorry if your glutes hurt after every class!

About Elli   See Elli’s Classes

Canadian born and Chicago raised! Her love for athletics was handed down to her by her incredibly talented parents. She grew up playing sports year round and being raised in a city with one of the best sports cultures to date.

Elli’s husband and she relocated to San Diego going on 4 years ago and are enjoying raising their three kids there! She says, “It’s truly my passion just to make sure people have a great time while getting their body moving! I lead with my heart and never give up on those I’m invested in. My favorite part of any industry I’ve worked in is the connections I’ve made. I love being a constant in someone’s journey through health and I did that long before I became a certified instructor. I look forward to the ways I can continue to make an impact! I’m new to the industry but not the idea. I am SO excited to learn, grow and be a part of the Studio SWEAT team!”

Training Philosophy

Have fun. Honestly! I like to smile when I sweat. We spend so much time being tense or stressed, when I come to the gym to teach I want it to be the best part of your day! Your family away from your family. I like to be silly and keep it light so as you truly feel the burn and the pain of a good workout you also feel the fun of pushing yourself to incredible limits. It makes it light and it makes it fun. If I can push you 2 minutes longer or 15 reps more without you knowing it, I’m doing my job right. Plus, throwing in a little dance move never hurt nobody!

Training Style

BUSY. I like a lot of compound movements, intervals and rotating stations.  If I can change it up and keep my team engaged then we are all having fun.

About Eric

Eric has been creating videos ever since he knew how a camera worked. Being a self-taught videographer, editor, and director, he continues to learn and hone his skills through real-world experiences. As the head of Studio SWEAT onDemand video production you’ll find him busy at work on class production, preview clips, promotional videos and more! He also plays a key role in the social networking and marketing of Studio SWEAT and Studio SWEAT onDemand. To add to this, Eric is also a certified personal trainer, as his work with Studio SWEAT has encouraged him to learn more about fitness and nutrition.

Aside from filming, editing, and chatting with you all online, Eric volunteers for a local youth group, reads and writes constantly, trains daily, and can frequently be found on the hiking trail with his wife Haley and dog Nala.

About Fred See Fred’s Classes

When you meet Fred, the first thing you will notice is his passion for exercise. And no surprise – he has been into fitness since the age of 12 when he traded his bicycle to a neighborhood friend for a weight-lifting set (adding to his existing collection). Every day as a kid, he knocked on every door in the neighborhood, gathering other kids to play football and baseball in the street, and lift weights after.

As a high school football stand-out, Fred earned a scholarship to Northwest Community College and THE Ohio State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and Sports Leisure Management.

Fred REALLY loves being around people, exercising, and creating a safe environment, so he got his ACE Personal Training Certification while coaching high school football. Falling in love with group exercise after taking his first indoor cycling class, he wasted no time getting Keiser and Stages Cycling Certifications. The rest is history.

Fred’s Training Philosophy

Fred’s teaching style combines high energy music with his high energy vibe, adding a positive outlook on life and his charming personality. His objective is always to push you to YOUR limits – not his or the person next to you…yours!

Fred’s motto

“Smile every day and grow!” And we promise you will be smiling through all the sweat when you take Fred’s classes!

About Halima   See Halima’s Classes

She is no joke people. I’m talkin’ legit! She is a certified Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist. She is passionate about fitness and loves to bring attention and focus to her trainee’s nutrition, which she believes is a key component of any training program.

As a former figure competitor, body transformation is her specialty. Her training regiments include goal setting, and she holds strong to the belief that our bodies are truly incredible machines. Halima truly enjoys coaching and training individuals through the process, and she sees fitness and wellness as a journey and lifestyle. She has true desire to help you reach your goals, and, along the way, discover passion, discipline, and the mental toughness you may have never known existed. In short, she loves bringing out the best in people.

Halima says, “Fitness is the greatest metaphor for life; what you put into it is what you get out of it.”

Training Philosophy

My focus and specialization is in nutrition and body transformation. As a former figure competitor, I am a huge advocate of goal setting, mindset, and hold strong to the belief that our bodies are truly incredible machines. I see fitness and wellness as a journey and lifestyle. I have a passion to help people understand the benefits of eating right, exercising, and living a healthy life of overall wellness. I have a true desire to help lead people to their goals, discover passion, discipline, and find the mental toughness they may have never known existed. In summary, I love bringing out the best in people.

Training Style

Sweet intensity

About Jeanette  See Jeanette’s Classes

Looking for an inspirational yoga or fitness experience? With Jeanette, you have come to the right place!

Jeanette found fitness in 1999 through yoga and that helped her gain confidence, strength, and eventually led her to teaching yoga and fitness which she has been doing since 2004. She feels honored to be an industry leader in the health and wellness field.

Her classes offer a unique blend of inspiration and well sequenced movement designed to leave you feeling empowered physically, mentally, and emotionally.

When she is not teaching, Jeanette enjoys spending time with her daughter, delicious meals, running, laughing, sunshine, hiking, listening to inspirational podcasts, dancing, and spending time with loved ones.

Training Philosophy

How you do anything is how you do everything. Jeanette believes yoga and fitness are guiding forces in living an exceptional life. She believes in the joining of fun and empowerment and in making fitness and yoga accessible to anyone who wants it enough.The goal is always to live a life rich in vibrancy and purposeful action… let it start on the mat.

Training Style

Empowering, engaging and always infused with magnetic energy

About Jess    See Jess’ Classes

Born & raised in the Oregon rain, to relocate to Cali sunshine and blue skies! This girl grew up in the beautiful outdoors of the PNW. Running outside in the rain, snow, gray to playing sports(soccer/basketball) in college, and pursuing a B.S. Nursing degree. Once graduated and moved to San Diego for some much needed sunshine and beginning her ER Nurse career, life happened. Working in a chaotic, stressful environment, she needed an outlet & needed to get back to a fit lifestyle. Her Friend and fellow SSoD trainer Elli, convinced her to try out Studio SWEAT, for a first time spin class two years ago. After this first class, the rest is history.

Studio SWEAT has changed my life and given me my groove back. Spinning became a 5 day a week outlet and it worked. The lifestyle to change to happy, healthy and stress free from exercise was key. After a year of being a client at Studio SWEAT, Jessica flipped the script and got her NASM CPT certification, a TRX Cert and eventually her Spinning Certification. Once she felt like Studio SWEAT was her home and she could help change lives and lifestyles for the better outside of the hospital setting she was hooked! All Jessica has ever wanted is to help people, take care of people and educate people on how to live their best lives.

Training Philosophy

Exercise to me is meant to relieve stress, get outside of your own head and daily life for that moment, live in the now, be present and let that sh*t go and if you get fit in the process and feel like the best version of you, then success is had.

Training Style

My style has always been slap on that smile, crank up some good tunes and Jam! I write every class to have a good time. I want every class to forget about their day, and just be present in the dance it out of class, SWEAT out toxins and build some much needed muscle and tone to our bodies to stay up right and taking nourishment. I want you to feel stronger after every class, I want you to feel happy and high on endorphins after every ride. My promise is to always make you smile and laugh at my comedic hour of class.

About Jessica   See Jessica’s Classes

When it comes to Jessica (who was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, but is now living in San Diego) you can almost always expect to see a smile on her face, but if she is put to the test her competitive nature takes over and her game face is on!

She’s been involved in sports and fitness forever! She played volleyball throughout school, did some amateur boxing, and even loves and takes on challenges like marathons, sprint-triathlons, bikini competitions and more.

She started her adult life by getting her B.A. in Communications, then ventured into the mortgage and insurance industry, and is now an avid Health and Wellness Coach, mentoring people to lead fabulous lives aiming to help them achieve their goals from the inside out.

With a husband and 3 busy young kids Jessica say’s, “It’s my mission to have enough energy and strength to keep up for my family, my fitness and my business.” In the end Jessica just strongly believes that fitness is a journey, and all one’s goals can be achieved with consistency, dedication and heart. Amen to that sister!

Training Philosophy

I love HIIT! Hearts pumping, sweat dripping and pushing yourself to a level you never thought possible. High energy, great beats and loads of fun!

Training Style

I strongly believe fitness is a journey that never ends! You can achieve any of your goals with consistency, dedication, heart and a healthy mindset. Whatever your mind imagines, your body will achieve.

About Josh   See Josh’s Classes

I grew up in West Linn, Oregon (which is a small suburb of Portland).  I enjoyed playing sports growing up (swimming, baseball, bowling) though I was not fantastic at any of them.  I never was terribly committed to fitness and exercise when I was younger.

After high school, I joined the Marine Corps and spent just over seven years on active duty.  I got to “see the world” (to be fair, I had never been on an airplane or even out of the Pacific Time Zone prior to that).  Despite deploying 4 times, San Diego County was where I was stationed and had basically become home. I was fortunate to find a full-time job here after I transitioned out of the Marine Corps.

Like a lot of people, my post-military life was busy and I struggled to keep a regular workout routine for about 10 years.  After going to the doctor, I found out that I was quite a bit overweight and was headed towards a life of medications.  I knew a change was needed.

My wife and I started working on our diet as well as working out at home with Beachbody® workouts like Insanity and P90X and that helped to get the weight down and get healthier.  After a while, a neighbor of ours encouraged my wife to try out Studio Sweat.  And eventually, I came too.  Safe to say, we have always felt at home here.

After watching my wife be successful and happy to teach, and after realizing that helping train people at my work was the most rewarding part of my job, I decided to get certified in 2022.  I have thoroughly enjoyed this experience so far and getting to bring my own personality along with all the experience from working with the other fantastic instructors past and present.

In addition to Spin®, I also enjoy resistance training, running, and hiking. I am a father of 3 (1 son, 2 daughters) and have been married since 2007

Training Philosophy

Not every workout has to your best-ever.  Often, our “failure” comes from believing that we have to keep getting bigger/stronger/faster and it’s discouraging when you “come up short”.  So much of your success is the mental aspect of the workout, your attitude, and your commitment to being out of your comfort zone.  I want you to use exercise (no matter how intense) to stimulate your body AND your mind.

Training Style

Focus on efficient movement no matter what implements (bike, tread, weights, TRX, etc.) you are using.  Have fun, smile, and work hard. 

About Lisa   See Lisa’s Classes

Meet Competitive Mountain Biker Lisa! She began a training career in 2001. In 2007 she changed her training focus to include Spinal Cord Injury where she worked with paralyzed individuals to regain function.

Currently she enjoys many types of training including fitness, athletic and SCI wellness. Her goal is to help her clients understand fitness and their body. With that in mind she instructs and educates with each session helping her clients reach their personal goals.

Lisa enjoys the San Diego weather, where she resides and spends lots of time outdoors. She competes mainly on the Mountain Bike, but enjoys racing in outrigger paddling and trail running as well.

B.S. Kinesiology emphasis in Fitness Nutrition and Health | ACE Certified Personal Trainer/Group Ex | GRAVITY Group | Johnny G Spinning | Fitness Specialist – Mesa College | Stott Pilates | AHA CPR Certified.

About Mere W   See Mere’s Classes

After 10 years in the US Coast Guard, Mere decided to pursue her passion – fitness and helping others! Her style of class maybe regimented, but when mixed with her quirky fun loving personality it ensures everyone has a good time while getting a killer workout. She has the innate ability to motivate and create an environment where clients can reach their maximum performance. Meredith is a certified Spinning instructor and NASM Certified Personal Trainer.

Meredith has a BS from the US Coast Guard Academy in Operations Research, and an MS from the University of Maryland in Biotechnology. She is the mom of two daredevil little boys who keep her on her toes at all times. Her passion is helping clients reach their goals in a way that is maintainable for life.

Training Philosophy

Work hard, but have fun!

Training Style

Motivating and encouraging, without wasting a second!

About Meredith   See Meredith’s Classes

Meredith is an active member of the San Diego Triathlon Club competing in various races throughout the year. She has a passion for helping others realize and exceed their personal fitness goals, and believes there is an athlete in everyone. She holds a B.S. degree in Health and Sport Sciences from the University of Oklahoma, is an ACE certified personal trainer, BBU Certified Pilates instructor, as well as certifications in Spinning, CPR, and First Aid.

At Studio SWEAT Meredith is a well respected Personal Trainer, Triathlon Training Coach, she heads up the Half-Marathon Training program and, of course, tears it up as a Spin and Strength Training instructor.

Training Philosophy

I love to workout with people who love to work hard! In a class setting we feed off each other’s energy. When everyone contributes their very best effort, regardless of fitness level, it brings everyone’s game up a notch and makes for a killer workout.  Bring all you’ve got every time!

Training Style

Cat gave me my nickname as “Coach Mere” years ago.  Seems pretty fitting.  I expect a lot from those that I train with. I’m here to

About Mike   See Mike’s Classes

Mike has a Ph.D. is and is a Learning Researcher who focuses on neuroscience and human development. He is a certified Spinning® instructor, a USPTA Tennis Professional and an avid cyclist, runner, swimmer, and golfer. His unique style often brings road rides into the Studio, and his sense of humor keeps his class focused and entertained at the same time.

Training Philosophy

The goal of training is to remove the need for a trainer. This is done over time by transitioning from extrinsic to intrinsic motivation — working out because we can — not because we have to. If someone has to scream at you to motivate you, you are not yet ready to transition from exerciser to athlete.

Training Style

Sublime. Cycling is not complete unless the body is joined by the heart and mind during a ride. This is done by focusing on tempo. Riding is rhythm.

About Mimi  See Mimi’s Classes

 

 

Favorite Workout Jams

• Alternative
• Electronic/EDM
• Old School
• Hip Hop/Rap

Training Philosophy

The energy I put out is what I get in return. I am all about pushing you to the max but doing it with a smile. I love to work hard and truly enjoy watching people push themselves harder than they thought they could. I believe there is a true gain of fitness when that happens and am syked to be a part of it.

Training Style

It’s all about rhythm! I teach most of my classes to the beat to keep you motivated and working hard.

About Miriam   See Miriam’s Classes

Miriam has been a long standing fan of Studio Sweat and has reaped the many benefits it offers. Just to name a few, total body stress relief, physically/mentally challenging workouts, low body fat, and a home away from home. SS is a special place for Miriam, and now is honored to be part of the talented staff.

What makes Miriam qualified is her 15 years in dance, apprenticeship with renowned dance instructors/choreographers, and teaching dance, stretch, strength, yoga inspired, and balance and coordination classes for over 8 years. She is also well versed in the health and science field being a Registered Dietitian with her Masters in Public Health. In her Masters program her focus was Exercise Physiology and Exercise Nutrition.

Miriam is passionate and an avid learner in human health. She will be sure to care for you and teach a unique blend of stretches.

About Monica   See Monica’s Classes

Monica’s contagious smile and bright spirit fills a room. She grew up in the sunshine state (California), which may explain her happy energy! She’s been fortunate enough to have the great outdoors, from the mountains to the sand dunes, to explore her entire life with her friends and family, which includes 2 very active children!

Along with being a Spinning instructor she’s got a full-time career in the corporate world, and believes that the only way you can keep up with everything you want from life is by having a healthy fitness level. Giving yourself and your body the attention it needs to feel good about yourself.

Spinning is, by far, her favorite workout, and she’s tried them all! She says, “Feeling the energy around me when I was taking a great spin class with a top-notch instructor made me want to get certified to teach. I don’t get any greater pleasure than leading a group of athletes who enjoy a challenge and have a great time doing it!”

Training Philosophy

Have fun, embrace and challenge what your body is capable of when training and eating right.

Training Style

I have been told that my classes are incredibly fun, but also very challenging.

About Olga See Olga’s Classes

Olga grew up in the Ukraine and struggled with her weight as a child often “Yo-Yoing” with fad diets. When she came to the U.S. in 1996 – she was at her heaviest and took control! She joined a gym, hired a personal trainer, got smart about nutrition and got ADDICTED to spinning. Like a lot of us – she loves the sound of clipping in! Spinning helped Olga drop 100 pounds and stay fit.

After filling in to teach a class one day, Olga got certified as a spin instructor and eventually Pilates, bosu and TRX. She is also continuing her Physical Therapy education at SDSU. She loves her family and friends and teaching people – helping them to achieve their goals, whatever they may be.

If you haven’t taken a class from Olga, you should know – she’s tough, motivational and a whole lotta crazy! And that’s why we love her.

Training Philosophy

I believe with proper training anyone can achieve any goal.

Training Style

Challenging, fun, and always with major focus on the form.

About Rebecca   See Rebecca’s Classes

Former NCAA Champion / Olympic Trainee Rower, Rebecca finds instructing extremely rewarding. It allows her to elevate the performance of others while providing them a constant challenge. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a major in International Relations and a minor in Germanic Studies, while competing four years in Division I Rowing as a walk on.

An ongoing Ironman participant, she knows how to bring out your absolute best in every workout! There is never a shortage of enthusiasm or energy with this one. As a mother of three awesome kiddos every free moment is spent enjoying her family! She also enjoys teaching children’s art classes, in addition to leading groups in both Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts. Rebecca’s current goal is to qualify for the Kona World Championships.

If you need a motivational push to jump start your workouts here’s the perfect fit!

Training Philosophy

I love the saying perfect practice makes perfect….not
Practice makes perfect.

You must train the way you want to perform. Focus on all aspects of your goals not just one.

You cannot train 80% most of the time and expect to have your 100% effort improve.  To get the results I want I usually have to work 3-4x harder than I ever thought…

Training Style

I train side by side with every one of my clients (which sometimes is very hard at the end of the day when your body thinks it has given everything it has to give.) But it’s the perfect motivator because if I can do it you can do it. I don’t ever ask my clients to do something I cannot do with them and show them proper form before, and during. I think that’s why I love what I do so much 😛

It’s totally interactive not just telling someone: ” do 20 push-ups, 10 burpies then …..”

About Sam   See Sam’s Classes

Sam, a Southern California native with an extensive background in dance, has a serious passion for fitness and specializes in High-Intensity Interval Training, Strength Work, Kettlebells, and Pilates. She began young, dancing and skiing at age 3, and has been hooked on body movement ever since.

Training Philosophy

I am all about the “why” in fitness! We’re obviously going to have fun and work hard, but it’s extra important to me that we understand why and how each exercise is performed. I’m big on progressions, corrections, and hands-on adjustments & assists.

Training Style

My training style is, progressive, creative, and athletic. I have a lot to say and am constantly cueing throughout my workouts. Prepare to learn, sweat, and leave feeling invigorated!

About Satoka  See Satoka’s Classes

I was born in Japan and came to the United States with my family for my father’s occupation when I was just 3 years old. I’ve lived in San Diego most of my life. After getting my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at CSU San Marcos and getting my Certification in Child Development at Palomar College, I taught preschool for about 7 years. “Teaching has been a passion of mine.”

I was never involved in any extracurricular activities that involved physical fitness when I went to school. I struggled with my weight most of my life. Nobody really taught me the importance of fitness and exercise.

After having my daughter in 2011, I went to the doctor’s to get a yearly physical exam. My weight and my blood work were off the chart! My doctor told me I was going to be on medications for the rest of my life if I didn’t lose weight. “I don’t want to be on medications for the rest of my life” so I decided to take action. I knew I wanted to be fit, but also be strong. I thought to myself, “I want to be there when my kids graduate from school, get married and have kids, and just generally enjoy life.

I got certified in Spin in 2019 through Madd Dogg Athletics and I love teaching, helping and motivating people. I also teach Water Aerobics. I love getting people FIRED UP –  it should never be a chore to work out. I love coming to work every day and putting a smile on people’s faces while they sweat!

Training Philosophy

Progress, not perfection.

Training Style

Challenging, fun and making you feel that “good” sore feeling after my sweaty workouts.

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Tatiana says, “Exercise and nutrition have been my passions my entire life.” She is a NASM certified personal trainer with a degree in Kinesiology Pre-Physical Therapy. She also teaches barre, Pilates, bootcamp, suspension, kettlebell, Spinning and battle rope group exercise classes.

Tati, as we like to call her, competed in gymnastics for her entire childhood and most of her teen years. She says that, “gymnastics has had a huge influence in teaching me about proper body alignment and the importance of form. It has also taught me the importance of implementing core strength and flexibility in your daily fitness routine. It taught me a lot about pushing myself, about patience, about not giving up on your goals, and about the desire to become your very best self.”  During this time she was required to do a lot of rehabilitation exercises which inspired her to major in Kinesiology, Pre-Physical Therapy at San Diego State University. There she studied biomechanics of the human body, anatomy, physiology, sports psychology, nutrition, corrective, functional and adaptive exercise techniques and much more over the course of four years.

Studying the human body and the impacts various exercise styles, movements, and foods have on it brought Tatiana to where she is today and she truly believes that exercise is the best medicine. “The energy you feel when your exerting yourself and working your hardest, especially around people with similar goals and mindsets is truly addicting.”

Training Philosophy

Train the same, stay the same. Every workout should be slightly different, rather it’s a different cadence, different amount of reps, different exercise entirely, different challenge or just going into your workout with a different mindset. We are ever evolving, and should continue to push ourselves as so and be open to new styles, new experiences, and new opportunities both in and out of the gym to continue progressing.

Training Style

Perfect form and alignment, mixed with innovative exercises, and a don’t stop mentality.