Category Archives: Fitness Staff

Sarah Sobel

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Cynthia Akey

RYT Sarah Sobel’s first introduction to yoga came from looking for a physical practice that she could do while suffering from asthma attacks and vocal chord dysfunction. She was drawn in by the way yoga integrates breath into the physical … Continue reading →

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Matthew Konkel

Posted on January 25, 2021 by Cynthia Akey

NASM Certified Personal Trainer Matthew brings a degree in theater and background in playwriting to his new career as a personal trainer. Performing on stage since elementary school, Matthew was introduced to the concept of the human body as an … Continue reading →

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Kathleen Keegan

Posted on October 30, 2020 by Cynthia Akey

RYT Kathleen Keegan was first introduced to yoga through her mom  and the local PBS channel in Milwaukee. She practiced in front of the TV at a young age, feeling calm rush over her despite the craziness around her. Years … Continue reading →

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Morgan Jenswold

Posted on June 23, 2020 by Cynthia Akey

Avid runner and nutrition enthusiast, Morgan Jenswold believes that health should be fun and enjoyable. She’s an aspiring Registered Dietitian, studying Nutritional Sciences at UW-Milwaukee. She has been teaching group exercise for 4 years and loves making exercise exciting. She … Continue reading →

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Josh Van Schaick

Posted on November 15, 2019 by Cynthia Akey

CPT, TRX Level 2 TrainerFitness Instructor, Personal Trainer Josh started lifting weights in middle school in his friend’s basement and since then he has maintained a passion for strength training and being strong. What started out as a way to … Continue reading →

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Paula Biasi Trusky

Posted on August 20, 2019 by Cynthia Akey

MFA, PTA, CYT, CPTYoga Instructor Paula has a great curiosity for movement mechanics and the art of moving. She has pursued this interest on many levels. A childhood of dancing, swimming and competitive power tumbling led to lifelong curiosity and … Continue reading →

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Misa Schillaci

Posted on August 20, 2019 by Cynthia Akey

RYT, Prenatal Yoga CertifiedYoga Instructor Misa found yoga in 2013 while searching for something gentler than running and to help deal with everyday stress. She found far more than she ever expected beyond the physical practice and immediately dove deeper … Continue reading →

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Alecia Altstaetter

Posted on March 31, 2019 by Cynthia Akey

As a yoga practitioner for 20+ years, as well as a former choreographer and dancer, Alecia enjoys challenging her students with a creative and varied Vinyasa flow. She considers the needs of each student, ensuring a safe space where all … Continue reading →

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Yumelia Garcia

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Cynthia Akey

Barre Certified, Certified Personal TrainerFitness Instructor Venezuelan-born Yumelia joined the National Ballet of Caracas at age 15, before coming to the U.S. to dance first for Ohio Ballet, then served as a principal at Milwaukee Ballet for 10 years. She … Continue reading →

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Cynthia Akey

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Julie Rabinowitz

RYT, ACE-Certified Personal TrainerYoga InstructorFitness InstructorWellness Director Living with painful headaches and joint instability, Cynthia began studying yoga and strength training to improve her own well being in 2003. Wanting to share this same sense of freedom and make yoga … Continue reading →

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Maryann Kmet

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Cynthia Akey

An experienced group exercise fitness instructor, Maryann will challenge you every bit of the way. Her positive attitude will get you to your fitness goals giving you the right tools to move better and feel better. She is holds multiple … Continue reading →

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Robert McDonial

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Julie Rabinowitz

Robert’s fascination with fitness started in the summer before freshman year in high school. That year Robert experienced a rapid growth spurt of six inches. The coaches wanted him to play sports because he was tall but because of his … Continue reading →

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