Staff Bios
Rick has lived in Jupiter since 1992. Prior to owning Loggerhead Fitness Rick was a Senior Sales executive working in the technology sector. Rick got his start with health clubs when he sold, installed and trained nearly 200 club owners around the country on ClubRunner software--industry specific software designed just for health clubs.
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Corinn has made a successful career in the health and fitness industry for the past several years by using her management and customer service skills. As General Manager at Loggerhead Fitness she handles business as well as assists members with their fitness goals.
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Rachel joined the club in 2008 after recently moving from Ohio. She has adopted a healthy lifestyle since becoming a member of the Loggerhead Fitness team and looks forward to helping and encouraging others with their physical fitness goals.
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Nicole was born on Maui, and has been living in Jupiter for the past 9 years. She joined Loggerhead Fitness at the front desk the summer of 2009. She is currently a student at Palm Beach Community College, working on her associates degree in fine art.
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Jo was born in Argentina to a Swedish father and an American mother. She is married to an Englishman and has 2 daughters. Jo taught aerobics whilst attending university and she developed and managed two of London England's most prestigious health and fitness clubs.
Lisa is originally from Maryland and moved to Jupiter in 1991. She met her husband at
Samantha (Sam), is a part-time Front Desk employee at Loggerhead. She is a dance major at Dreyfus School of the Arts, Absolute Dance of Wellington and Art Stage in Jupiter.
Certifications: B.S., ISSA
John is certified as a Personal Trainer, Program Coordinator, Nutritional Consultant and Power Lifter. He served in the US Army for 5 years and holds a B.S. degree from the
Heather joined Loggerhead Fitness in 2007. Heather brings over 15 years of sales, marketing and special events experience to Loggerhead Fitness. As business development coordinator she will serve as liaison between club members and the community at large.
A graduate of the Citadel he has an impressive resume that includes being a USAF Fighter Pilot and commander of a USAF reserve F4 squadron. He is recently retired after a 31 year career with Delta Airlines. Gary is a fitness enthusiast and works part-time.
Jacquelyn is degreed in Interior Design, Business Administration/Management, Certified Public Manager, Certified Events & Special Projects Management and an education in physical fitness training. She has been with Loggerhead Fitness since September 2005.
Billy will soon complete a 4 year Air Condition Repair apprentice program along with obtaining a business degree. He is also training to become a Personal Trainer and has been with Loggerhead Fitness for over 2 years.
Jeff is a Sales Manager and he has worked part time at Loggerhead since 2005. He uses his fitness knowledge to keep physically fit and help motivate others.
Certifications: AFAA Group Instructor, Personal Trainer, Reebok Cycle
Suzie is co-coordinator for Cardio-Fitness (Aerobics) programming and has been teaching group cycle and cardio fitness classes at Loggerhead Fitness since 1993. She is also a certified personal trainer.
Certifications: AFAA
Susan has been an instructor for over 14 years. She is certified through Aerobics and Fitness Association of America. She has been with Loggerhead Fitness since 2005.
Certifications: HATHA Yoga
Nicole has been practicing and teaching Yoga since 1973 in New York and Florida. She is the coordinator for Yoga programming at Loggerhead Fitness and she is certified through the Yoga Teachers Alliance. She also teaches country line
Certifications: AFAA, Silver Sneakers
Arleda has been teaching in the area for 25 years, Five years ago, she started the Silver Sneaker program and loves working with the seniors. She is also an area coordinator for the Silver Sneakers program from Vero Beach to PGA
Certifications: AFAA, Pilates Institute of America, Silver Sneakers, Zumba
Lisa has been practicing Pilates and yoga for the past 20 years. She loves to dance and her hobby is refurbishing houses. She has a blended family of 5 children and recently became a grandmother
Certifications: ACE
Brenda is an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer. She is currently working on her NASM CPT certification. She has been in the fitness industry for 18 years.
Certifications: Krialu Yoga & Thai Yoga Bodywork
Markia has been a yoga instructor since 1998 and practitioner for eleven years. She is committed to helping people embrace yoga as a regular part of their lives.
Certifications: AFAA
CJ has been an instructor for over 23 years, 12 of them at Loggerhead. She teaches Group Cycle and other Cardio/Fitness classes. She is a registered nurse specializing in women’s and children’s healthcare.
Certifications: ACE, IFA
Jacey is co-coordinator for Cardio-Fitness (Aerobics) programming at Loggerhead. She is also a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. She has been teaching and training for over 6 years.
Certifications: AFAA, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, Silver Sneakers certified
Luckie teaches yoga and has been in the health and fitness industry for 30 years.
Certifications: AFAA
Dawn is an international belly dance artist and certified in belly dancing and mat Pilates. Dancers of all levels and abilities from the absolute beginner to the professional will benefit from her classes.
Certifications: AFAA
Melissa is a yoga instructor at Loggerhead Fitness. She has been teaching Yoga for five years. She loves people and enjoys being in their presence. When not teaching yoga, she spends time with her two cats.
Certifications: LMT
Vickie is a State of Florida and nationally certified licensed massage therapist. Her business is called, All-Ways Natural, Inc. She offers massage therapy, hot bamboo massage as well as organic body care products. Her mission statement is: “Helping you to help yourself naturally.”
Certifications: LMT, BA, MPA
Karen studied Massage Therapy at The Swedish Institute in New York City and has been practicing since 1996. She holds a National certification and is licensed in both Florida and New York State. She has studied deep tissue, sports & medical massage.
Certifications: LMT, NMT, MMT, TPT
Joe is a Florida native who has 13 years of experience in bodywork and Massage therapy. Joe is an expert in working with athletes who wish to quickly remove lactic acid and other toxins from the muscles and body to promote faster recovery times and improved performance.
Certifications: NPTI
Tom moved to Florida from New Jersey in 2001 to attend Northwood University, where he earned his BBA in Marketing, Advertising and Management. In 2004 he attended NPTI, a 500 hour program that focuses on nutrition, physiology and anatomy. Tom has five years experience as a personal trainer in Palm Beach County and is responsible for helping countless clients achieve their goals. Tom also owns Fast Track Fit Camp that offers group personal training sessions in an outdoor setting.
Certifications: LMT
Ellen Simmons, graduated from Florida College of Natural Health in 2004. She is Florida State and Nationally licensed, and a member of the Florida State Massage Therapy Association.
Ellen believes that massage therapy benefits all who experience the relaxation and rehabilitation that massage offers. Ellen is proficient in Swedish, Deep tissue massage, Trigger point massage and Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage, Lighter Touch massage, and stretching. Her areas of expertise are the Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar regions, as well as the Sacral and hip area. Ellen has experience working with Chiropractors, massaging patients with various skeletal and musculature problems. Experience an extremely different type of bodywork here at Loggerhead’s All-Ways Natural, or in your home or office.
Certifications: IFPA, Reebok Cycle
Tips is entering his 15th year in the fitness and wellness industry. He enjoys bringing a fun approach to fitness, improving quality of life, and overall wellness.
Certifications: ACE & C.H.E.K
Wayne is a former World Champion water skier. He is certified as a personal trainer in both ACE and CHEK. He has a deep understanding of physical mechanics, training, nutrition, flexibility and mental discipline.
Certifications: B.S., NASAM Personal Trainer
Chris has a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science/Biology from Quinnipiac University. He is a NASM certified Personal Trainer and is currently attending PBCC for Diagnostic Medical Sonography. He is experienced working with a wide range of clients including rehabilitation exercises.
Certifications: ACSM, NASM
Nance began her fitness career 25 years ago in cardiac rehab and continued into prevention and wellness. She is a post rehabilitation conditioning specialist certified with the
Certifications: ASCM, NASM
Bob is a post-rehab conditioning specialist. He has over 30 years experience in the heath & fitness industry. He and his wife Nancy are owners of Priority Fitness and Rehab based in Miami.
