My name is Raul, I am a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and NASM Certified Nutrition Coach. I am a former DII wrestler and I have been training for over a decade. If you are looking to improve nutrition, endurance, gain muscle, strength and/or increase your mobility come check me out! Fun Fact: I played double base for 7 years!

Certifications/Licenses: NASM certified personal trainer & Nutrition coach

Current Schedule: HITT: Monday’s 6:30pm

My name is Jessie and I’ve been a CPT/ athletic trainer/ fitness instructor for 4 years. I specialize in HIIT style training, as well as weight training. I started teaching after choosing sobriety and losing almost 100 pounds. My goal is always to encourage , empower and uplift whoever is in need. Allowing others to feel the same happiness and peace fitness has helped me find. Fun Fact: I love to read books.

Certifications/Licenses: ACE certified personal trainer & Athletic coach

My name is Aline. Certified in Zumba & Zumba Gold, COMMIT dance fitness, CPR/AED certified. I’ve been lighting up the dance floor as a Zumba instructor since 2016, bringing unstoppable energy and irresistible rhythms to every class. My passion for dance and fitness has also led me to become a COMMIT dance Fitness instructor in 2019. I’m also a certified AFAA group fitness instructor, so you’re always in good hands! Fun fact: In my free time I like to tend to my newly found love of gardening or even relax with some good ole fashion coloring books.

Certifications/Licenses: AFFA Group Fitness, Zumba B1, Zumba Gold, and COMMIT dance Fitness

Current Schedule: Zumba Monday’s 6:00am

COMMIT Dance Fitness Tuesday’s 6:15pm

I’m Dana, a certified spin instructor who didn’t know what she is missing til she took her first spin class and became an instructor shortly after. I’ve taught for one year now. If you are looking for party vibes with some bike choreography, I’m that girl.

Certifications/Licenses: Spin

Current Schedule: Spin Coming fall 2024

My name is Odessa. I work as a registered nurse overnight at the VA hospital and teach fitness classes during the day. I love music, dance, and all of the arts. I love to learn new things. I enjoy reading and listening to podcasts. I am an AFAA certified group fitness instructor and I am licensed to teach several fitness formats but dance and cycling are my favs. I teach in the New Haven County area. Fun fact: I am a die-hard football fan.

Certifications/Licenses: AFFA Group Fitness, Zumba B1, Zumba Gold, Aqua Zumba, Zumba Step, Zumba Toning, Spin, MixxedFit Dance Fitness, Turn Up Dance Fitness, Strong Nation. Barre Above, Mat Pilates, Cardio Kickboxing, Pumped Up Strength, Les Mills Body Pumped, and Les Mills Strength & Development

Current Schedule: Total Body Knockout Sundays 9:30am

Zumba Sundays 10:30am

I’m Sasha, I am an 8th-grade educator with a Master’s in Special Education, based in NY and reside in CT. Balancing roles as a teacher, wife, mother, and fitness enthusiast, dance and fitness have been my passion and joy. Fitness has been my go-to for resetting my routine, finding peace, and bringing me happiness. My journey into fitness began in 2017, and I took it seriously after the birth of my son. I became a Zumba instructor in 2020, inspired and encouraged by friends and other fitness instructors. Fun Fact: I enjoy hiking, pencil sketching, or reading self improvement books in my spare time.

Certifications/Licenses: AFFA Group Fitness, Zumba B1, Zumba Gold, Zumba Kids & Kids Jr, Circl Mobility, Spin, and Nutrition Coach

Current Schedule: Zumba Collab Mondays 6:15p-7:15pm

Fit Camp Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:15pm

Core & Glutes Saturdays 9:30am

My name is Shana, a Bronx native living in CT for nine years. In December 2022, at 267 lbs and pre-diabetic, I decided to prioritize my health and started my fitness journey. This led me to become a spin instructor and later a group fitness, kickboxing, and weight training instructor, eventually becoming a personal trainer. I never imagined I’d teach, but now I'm inspired to help others reach their goals and show that becoming the best version of yourself is possible, no matter where you start. Fun Fact: My favorite color is purple

Certifications/Licenses: Spin, Kickboxing, Group Fitness, and Personal Training

Current Schedule: Wednesdays

Cardio Kickboxing 6:00am & 6:15pm

My name is Aliyah and I have been a group Fitness Instructor for 4 years now. I teach Turn Up Dance Fitness, Pound and Xtreme Hip-Hop Step. I am also certified in COMMIT and MixxedFit Dance Fitness. Fun Fact: I love being outdoors with my pup and I am a medical assistant during the day.

Certifications/Licenses: Pound Fitness, Xtreme Hip Hop Step, Turn Up Dance Fitness, MixxedFit Dance Fitness, and COMMIT Dance Fitness

Current Schedule:

MixxedFit Dance Fitness Thursdays 6:15pm

My name is Carolyn. Born January 26th, raised in Monroe, NY 50 miles from NYC. I am certifications include CPR, AED, ZUMBA, ZUMBA STEP, and AFAA-GFI. In 1995 I was a cheerleader. 1988, showing an eye for choreography. I was a dancer. In 2005, I was a radio announcer. In 2009, I tried to join the NYPD. In 2012, I was diagnosed with a blood disorder and found myself in Connecticut. In 2015 I found myself in a Zumba class. As a zumba instructor I've never felt more alive. Fun Fact: I was a radio announcer for K104

Certifications/Licenses: AFFA Group Fitness, Zumba B1, Zumba Step,

Current Schedule: Zumba Collab Mondays 6:15pm

Zumba Saturdays 8:30am

Hi, my name is Raven V. Watson. I am a native of Waterbury, Connecticut, and an active ZIN member, certified in Zumba B1, B3, Zumba Kids, and Kids Jr. I have been teaching for three years. I currently work at the Greater Waterbury YMCA, where I teach Family Zumba classes on Saturdays for children and adults. I am also the acting Supervisor for Simply Fit Junkies Dance + Fitness Studio in Watertown, CT, where I teach Zumba on Wednesdays. Fun Fact: I am a dog mom

Certifications/Licenses: Zumba B1, Zumba Kids, and Kids J.r

Current Schedule: Zumba Wednesdays 12:15pm & 6:15pm