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Don graduated with a degree in Exercise Science and Wellness, and has been working as a Fitness Coach for over 5 years. He is also Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Certified, Levels 1 and 2. Growing up, Don played a lot of sports including basketball, baseball, and soccer. Inspired by watching his grandfather swim 25 laps a day and still lifting weights in his 80’s, Don became passionate about living a long healthy life, and teaching others how to do the same. Don is a family man with 2 kids, and understands the importance of community. He loves helping people, and looks forward to building community through fitness.

Describe your coaching style in three words: Motivating. Fun. Addicting. Coaching Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer, MMA Exercise Specialist How has health & wellness been a part of his life? Helped me build confidence and express myself. Kurt's favorite way to stay active & healthy: Strength Training, Martial Arts, Hikes & Trails Best part of his job: Witnessing the progress and success of everyone's fitness and life goals. Fun Fact: His family owns a pizza restaurant!

Emily is from Wisconsin, a huge Packer fan! Emily always loved science, having a curiosity of how the human body works, and after enduring multiple knee injuries and surgeries she switched her emphasis in college to Exercise Science. Along her fitness journey, she fell in love with being competitive with herself and continuing to challenge her body in a way she never thought; 8 ½ marathons, rollerblade marathons, obstacle races, and triathlons . Emily has been a Coach for Anytime Fitness for over 9 years and has over 15 years of coaching experience. She has her B.S. in Exercise Science and her recently earned Masters in Exercise Physiology from UCONN. She is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and CPR / AED Certified.

Graduated with a B.S. from Westfield State University. ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, FMS Level 1 Certified, CPR/AED Certified, 2nd Degree Black Belt After undergoing my own weight loss journey, I realized that I wanted to help others do the same and become healthier-- not only physically, but also mentally. For over 10 years, I have had the opportunity to help hundreds of clients, young and old, achieve their goals and it has been the most rewarding part of my life. My favorite way to stay active is strength training/powerlifting, a cornerstone of my physical and mental health. I train in martial arts, play volleyball with friends, and have competed in numerous kickboxing tournaments. The best part of my job is helping other people become the best version of themselves. Watching people do things that they never thought was possible is what this career is all about Favorite Quote: You just can’t beat the person who never gives up!

Growing up, Zack played soccer and tennis his entire life. But now to stay active, when not in the gym, Zack spends his time hiking, playing in recreational soccer leagues, and golfing. He has a BS from Springfield College in Sports Management, is a Collegiate Tennis Player, and has worked in the fitness field for the last 10 years.

Those who know me, know that I am fairly obsessed with fitness. I live life fit. This goes for inside and outside the gym, and involves my nutrition as well as training. I have been involved in athletics on and off all my life. My fitness journey started with organized sports through college (soccer, track and field). Then as life and my career progressed, in Bank Marketing and Sales, I evolved to being a long distance runner, competing in half marathons. More recently (for the past 8 years) I now train as a bodybuilder and also enjoy yoga. My time in corporate america taught me the value of overall wellness and the need to focus on self care to achieve quality of life outside of the workplace. I feel very fortunate now to bring my professional skills and my personal passion together, Being an Areas Sales Manager in the fitness industry is a dream come true.

Andrew is a UConn graduate with a BS in Psychology. He is a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and American Council on Exercise. He has over 24 years of experience training people and managing fitness centers. Andrew enjoys snowboarding and wakeboarding in his free time.

With over 18 years experience as a small business owner, Scott holds a B.S. in Business Management and Marketing from Norwich University. A former EMT, Scott has a sincere a passion for fitness and helping people. His vision for our Anytime Fitness clubs is to impact as many people as possible toward leading healthier and happier lives.