Meet the Trainers

 

Joyce Daniel

"You Gotta Love It" is my slogan to encourage and challenge myself and others. You must maximize the moment while in my training sessions in order to see results. There must be an inner drive — a passion to making fitness a lifestyle. I’m a firm believer that your body is not made in the gym — it is made in the kitchen; proper nutrition is the key ingredient.

More about Joyce:  Enjoy Results

Remember:

The race is not given to the swift but to him who endures to the end. In other words, quick weight loss is not the answer. Ask God for wisdom to start your fitness journey and in the end you will be able to say: I fought the good fight. I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful....now I can obtain my reward — A Healthy Lifestyle!

Primary Certifications:

Certified Personal Trainer (ACE)
Certified Group Fitness Instructor (AFAA)
Certified Pilate's Instructor (AFAA)
Certified Keiser Spinning Instructor
CPR Certified (American Heart Association)

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Danny Bastacy - Yoga

 

After studying yoga with the same teacher Swami Mataji at LA Fitness for six years, my teacher informed me that she was going to India for two months and she wanted me to teach some of her classes while she was away. She had L.A. Fitness hire me as a yoga teacher in January of 2007 and the following month I began the six month yoga teacher training at the Kashi Ashram in Candler Park.

Upon completing the yoga teacher training, I began getting my own classes to teach at several locations around North Atlanta. The style of yoga that I teach is called Hatha yoga and is inspired by Swami Mataji plus what I have learned as part of my yoga teacher training.  

 

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JoANNA Ward

JoANNA Ward is known around the world not only for her stellar appearance on the hit reality series CBS Survivor the Amazon, but for her powerful public speaking presentations.

JoANNA's experience ranges from hosting special events as MCEE/Mistress of Ceremony to facilitating fitness seminars for various corporations, faith based and educational institutions, and private entities.

From motivating students at the Youth Success Conference of 2006 in Camden, South Carolina to inspiring the Albritton Administrative Team in Pamplona, Spain, JoANNA is one of the most sought after Celebrity Fitness Experts and Power Speakers in the Fitness Industry.

JoAnna is also author and producer of what she calls “A master production”, Surviving the Fitness Game. This Masterpiece is an inspirational book combined with a 28 day intimate Devotional and complimentary instruction exercise DVD. The project will be available in stores worldwide January 2008.

• 1990 - 1995 South Carolina State University Orangeburg, SC Bachelor of Art

• 1996 - 1998 South Carolina State University Orangeburg, SC Master of Education

• CPR Certification - American Heart Association

• Certified Personal Trainer- Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)

• Certified Group Exercise Instructor- Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)

• First Aid Certification - American Red Cross

 

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Helene Villinger

Helene is creative and flexible and has a strong sense of discipline and organization.   Her personal goals and personal interests are:

• Medical water training for post operative reconstructive strength build-up

• Training in fitness boxing, potentially joining a woman amateur's league

Current Titles and Affiliations: 

The most important aspect of fitness instruction is to avoid inflicting harm, which requires more than the basic training offered in classes or workshops. Helene has been actively seeking information on medical evaluation of training methods, physical therapy, etc. She integrates these teachings in her classes, which are recognized given the number of regular students with physical impairments and past surgeries. 

Helene loves to work hard and drive her students to work out hard while also striving for long term changes to improve quality of life in both her students and herself. Her success and rewards in this have been the trust and dedication her students - each one being important and unique. She is driven to honor that trust. Helene resides in Decatur, GA with her husband and 4 children.

 

 

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Chrisa Reed

“Just Breathe!” 

Nothing worth having is easy.  When you are able to accomplish a seemingly insurmountable task, you are empowered with the confidence to take on any new challenge that comes your way ENTHUSIASTICALLY.  I work hard and play hard and will give you a cheer and a smile and you will love the way you feel after our time together.  Live every day, be thankful, show your enthusiastic spirit and share your love for good health.

Crista Reed holds a dual English and Biology degree from Emory University, is a Certified Personal Trainer with the American Council on Exercise (ACE), is a Certified Group Fitness Instructor with the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) and is First Aid and CPR Certified with ACE and the American Red Cross. 

Crista established and manages a Family Fitness Club at Livsey School where her children attend.  This club invites families in the community and the school to come “exerplay” together on Friday nights at the school.  She has expanded this “exerplay” idea to her local church (Tucker First Methodist) and to the broader community at Mrs. Jamie’s House, a local childcare facility in Tucker.  She is a member of the Health Council and has written numerous grants to support health and fitness education at Livsey.  She lives in Tucker with her two children and holds family as her top priority. 

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A'leina McCarver

A’leina D. McCarver is originally from the San Francisco Bay Area but is currently living in the Metro Atlanta area.  Her fitness, teaching and performance history spans over 25 years. 

A'leina is a Certified Group Fitness Instructor through (AFAA) - Aerobics and Fitness Association of America , a certified Aqua Instructor with Interactive Fitness Associates and a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer with (ISMA) International Sports Association. 

A'leina is a Triple-A, 2-time Western Regional Sport Aerobic Champion and ESPN-2 Funk Dance National Champion.  She has been a Featured Master Instructor at Dance & Fitness Workshops and Seminars throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.  She is a choreographer and have directed, and managed a performance dance team “Catastrophic Funk”. 

A'eina is also the owner of N2U Fitness & Wellness, Inc. (www.getn2ufitness.com) and the Fitness & Wellness Consultant for Ivy Preparatory Academy in Norcross , Ga.  She is also a fitness/Dance instructorteach for Lifetime Fitness Bally’s, La Fitness and Ladies Workout Express within the Metro Atlanta area.

A'eina is passionate about fitness and helping people stay healthy so that they can live a long and abundant life!  She has learned in her 25 years of Health & Fitness experience, in order for people to adopt a healthy lifestyle, they have to replace old mindsets with new ones “Where the mind goes, so does the body!”.  There are three key areas of mindset changes necessary: Nutrition (clean eating!), Physical Movement (move your body and have fun doing it!), and Balanced Living (everything in moderation!).

Her mission is to impact, change, motivate and encourage one person everyday, through health, fitness & wellness; with one thing that will help them live an abundant, long & healthy life!  She passionately looks forward to the journey of Health, Fitness & Wellness together!

 

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Nef Fearrington

Personal Fitness Trainer/Yoga Instructor/
Bootcamp Instructor

Bootcamp Instructor -Present

Yoga Instructor - LA Fitness        

Wellpoint/Blue Cross Blue Shield

Marathon Coach
Team Challenge
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation

Self Employed In-home Fitness Trainer -  6/2003-Present

Youth Group Fitness Instructor - 9/2003-12/2004
Atlanta Reach for Wellness

In-Home Personal Trainer - 6/2003-6/2007
Benefit Personal Training

Personal Trainer
Bally Total Fitness - 4/2003-10/2003                

Certifications
NESTA  Certified Personal Trainer  

 

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Tony Smith

Fitness Areas of Concentration:  Strength Training, Core Training, General Nutrition, Sports Specific Training, and Circuit Training

“Fitness is my passion, and I enjoy working with individuals who desire the same passion to accomplish new fitness goals. As my philosophy states, Train to Live to the Max, I want individuals to reap the benefits of maximizing their lives through fitness.” 

 

Owner of MaxFit Trainers (www.MaxFitTrainers.net)

*B.S., Business Management
*NESTA Advanced Certified Personal Trainer 
*NESTA Certified Personal Trainer
*CPR/AED Certified 
*First Aid Certified
*Insured
*Former athlete:
  -football
   -track

 

 

 

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Tammy McGee

Embody a productive, yet authentic Yogic Lifestyle and serve others in a positive/meaningful way.

Fitness Philosophy:
“My Yogic Journey began in 1996, thanks to a recommendation of a dear friend. Initially I explored yoga as a means of physical fitness for physical perfection. However, I soon began to realize yoga's restorative and introspective nature. Through my yogic practice, I have grown personally and spiritually. For me, yoga is more than a physical exercise or profession; it's a way of life. Teaching yoga offers me joy and a creative outlet of artistic expression. Helping others through the art of yoga is a rewarding experience, a feeling of being connected to something greater. To witness the positive affects of yoga is an awesome gift.

I extend much gratitude and respect for my teachers, namely Graham Fowler & Ursula Nix of Peachtree Yoga and Swami Sadasivananda & Sita Chaitanya of Sivananda Yoga. My other influences include Rodney Yee, Shiva Rea and Steve Ross. My personal yogic education is a work in progress. To keep my teachings fresh and innovative, I regularly attend various Yogic workshops and programs. The range of my teaching style includes Sivananda Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Power Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Partner Yoga, Prana Yoga, Yoga Dance, Pranayama & Meditation.”

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Tracy Pierre

Tracy is certified through AAAI

Tracy is modeling from Miami Florida spends much of her time in the gym working out twice a day.  Riding her bicycle in the morning to do free weights and rides back again in the evenings for classes.

Tracy ran cross country track for many years and currently chases after her daughter on a regular bases! Her training style is creatively personal & funny!

Tracy enjoys people and love to assist them in reaching their ultimate goals, beyond body and fitness.

 

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Bridgette McIver

Bridgette McIver is a certified group exercise instructor by AFAA. 

She currently works at LA Fitness teaching cycle, club boxing, and body works. 

After my babies, exercise is my number ONE priority.  That is what I stress to all of my students.  Having gained 60 pounds with both of my pregnancies I really know what it feels like to not be healthy, and I also really know what it is like to lose weight and get back in shape! 

I love helping people reach their fitness goals.  It is all about getting out of your "comfort zone"  every time you work out.  That is the only way to get stronger, faster, and to become the healthiest you can be! 

There is no magic pill to losing weight, but it is attainable for everyone.  You are in control of your body.  There are four keys

1. Cardio!!
2. Weight Training
3. Healthy Diet
4. Most importantly - start loving yourself right now. 
   Be grateful for your body and your ability to exercise!

 

 

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Lisa Fertow

Lisa’s motto in fitness is “No Excuses!”

It is so easy to blame anything and everything beside ourselves for the lack of motivation or for quitting when things get tough.  It’s those of us who decide not to let ANYTHING get in our way who will ultimately find our own greatness. 

Lisa began her fitness career not as an instructor or a trainer but as an athlete.  She played collegiate water polo at the University of California, Davis from 1997 – 2001.  After college Lisa obtained her secondary teaching credential in Social Science from California State University, Sacramento. 

As a middle school and high school history teacher Lisa didn’t stay far from athletics, she became an assistant swim coach and developed/coached the water polo program at Monterey Trail High School (Elk Grove, CA). 

All the while, Lisa obtained her primary group exercise certificate from 24 Hour Fitness and began teaching 24 S.E.T (strength endurance training), 24 Lift, Core Central, and Amp’d Abs.  During her time with 24 Hour Fitness, Lisa completed countless trainings and continuing education courses to stay at the cutting edge of current fitness techniques. 

Lisa, her husband Jason and their son Jackson moved to Georgia in July of 2008.  After moving to Georgia, Lisa was hired at LA Fitness, Snellville and has since expanded her teaching to include cycle as well as step circuit, step and lift, bodyworks, and bootcamp.  She now teaches at three LA Fitness locations – Toco Hills, Northlake and Snellville. 

Lisa recently obtained her Aerobic and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) primary group exercise certification, and she continues to hold valid CPR and First Aid certifications.