Falcon Fitness Staff

Karyn loves everything about being part of Falcon Fitness, especially the supportive staff and amazing participants. She feels lucky to be surrounded by such an inspiring and fun community and enjoys helping others live healthy, active lifestyles so they can feel their best. Outside of work, Karyn loves spending quality time with her family and friends. As a mom of three active kids, she enjoys playing sports, being outdoors, and going on hikes together.

Julia loves being part of Falcon Fitness, especially the time she shares with the dedicated Older Adult Fitness crew. She enjoys starting her mornings instructing classes and bonding with such a hardworking, lively group. There’s never a dull moment, and she can’t help but smile from ear to ear throughout every class. Outside of the gym, Julia enjoys spending time with her pup, Zeus, and her cats, Lenny and Larry. 

Sam believes the human body is intelligent by design, and that we often overcomplicate things. Her philosophy is to listen to your body, challenge it, and embrace positive change. Outside the gym, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their four young daughters. Sam loves long bike rides, playing pickleball, getting lost in a good book, soaking up the sunshine, and indulging in plenty of reality TV — especially Survivor, which she dreams of being on one day.

My favorite part about being a Group Fitness Instructor is that it allows me to share my passion for fitness with others while also building community in such a welcoming and energizing environment. I’m a strong believer that moving our bodies should feel empowering, not like a punishment! When i’m not teaching, you’ll find my dachshund Bentley right beside me whether it’s going on long walks, baking/cooking, or spending time with friends and family!

As a BGSU alum with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Shannon was thrilled to join the Falcon Fitness staff. Her fitness journey began as a student attending group exercise classes at the Student Recreation Center, so returning as an instructor feels like coming full circle. Outside of teaching, she enjoys running, reading, traveling — especially to sunny beaches — and spending time with her husband and their two dogs.

Kate loves sharing her passion for yoga and mindfulness with the Falcon Fitness community. She’s dedicated to creating a welcoming and safe space for everyone who wants to move their body and explore wellness. Outside of yoga, Kate enjoys spending time outdoors in nature, hosting gatherings for friends and family, discovering new coffee shops, reading, and sewing.

Hallie is grateful to be part of the Falcon Fitness family and to contribute to such a supportive and inspiring community. She enjoys helping others get moving, live their healthiest lives, and feel confident in themselves. Hallie loves motivating others, spreading positivity, and bringing a great energy to every class. Outside of Falcon Fitness, she works as a Virtual Design Construction intern and enjoys mixing music, making art, staying active, and cooking as ways to unwind and stay creative.

Adrienne loves being part of Falcon Fitness because it brightens her day to help others truly enjoy exercise while building connections within the Falcon Fitness family. Staying active is one of her favorite pastimes, and in her free time, she enjoys choreographing for the BGSU Dance Program. When she’s not teaching, training, or keeping active, you’ll most likely find her spending time with loved ones or snuggling up with her three sweet kitties.

Emma loves being a part of Falcon Fitness because it provides her the tools and skills to help others better their health and overall, well-being. Additionally, the community that not only Falcon Fitness provides, but the entirety of the SRC makes her feel at home. Emma is from New Hampshire and plans to move back to the east coast after graduation. In her spare time, she enjoys lifting, hanging out with her puppy, and watching baseball and football (GO PATS!). She is a senior here at BGSU and is looking forward to making the most of her senior year.

Sarah has been teaching for over 3 years and has taught a variety of formats such as Heavy Bag Kickboxing, HIIT, Strength Training, Women on Weights, Core Fire, Stretch & Sweat, Zumba and more! Her main passion is Group Fitness for the love of exercise in a fun and social setting. When she’s not at the Rec Center, Sarah enjoys walking, spending time with friends, and being outdoors.

Rebekah loves the balance of working hard and resting fully, and she’s passionate about the empowering journey that yoga offers. Yoga has been a vital part of her own path toward healing and strength, and she enjoys helping others discover their own. Community is powerful, and Rebekah invites everyone to experience the challenge, fun, and calm of her Vinyasa classes — especially the rewarding feeling of simply lying back and breathing after a good sweat. Outside of teaching, she loves spending time with her cats and is interested in yoga, intersectional feminism, jazz, fashion, and anime.

Quinn loves to dance and was a member of the BGSU Dance Team. She enjoys playing pickleball and worked as a coach and manager at a local pickleball facility while in school. Quinn prefers watching movies over TV shows. She loves Falcon Fitness because it feels like a community, not just a job. The staff is supportive and positive, and she enjoys being part of a team that helps create a welcoming and motivating space for everyone at BGSU.

Drew has always loved fitness and now being able to teach to others makes the experience even more meaningful! Being a part of the Falcon Fitness team has allowed her to connect with others and help them reach their fitness goals. She is majoring in business management and is ACE Group Fitness Instructor certified. She loves to keep her classes upbeat while still challenging. Outside the gym she loves to hangout with friends and family, shop, or being outside!

Grace loves being part of Falcon Fitness because it gives her the chance to work with a variety of people and share her passion for exercise. She’s also a swimmer on the BGSU Women’s Swim and Dive Team, specializing in breaststroke and IM. In her free time, Grace loves to bake and enjoys coaching swimming.

Lauren enjoys running, walking, lifting, reading, and spending time with her dogs. Lauren loves Falcon Fitness because she enjoys spreading the love of health and wellness while making connections.

Claire loves creating unique fitness classes and watching participants grow stronger and more confident. Her training philosophy is simple: consistency is key. She provides the guidance and motivation — you bring the effort. Claire believes in finding a fitness routine you truly enjoy, balancing regular workouts and healthy habits with the freedom to indulge now and then. As a former athlete, she brings a competitive edge to her classes and is always ready to help people push their limits. Outside the gym, Claire enjoys making light of herself with humor, spending quality time with her family, and gardening in the warmer months.

Karyn loves everything about being part of Falcon Fitness, especially the supportive staff and amazing participants. She feels lucky to be surrounded by such an inspiring and fun community and enjoys helping others live healthy, active lifestyles so they can feel their best. Outside of work, Karyn loves spending quality time with her family and friends. As a mom of three active kids, she enjoys playing sports, being outdoors, and going on hikes together.

Taylor loves to travel, work out, and spend time with friends and family. She leads a Bible study in Bowling Green and back home and enjoys sharing her faith story with others. Taylor is a BSN 3 and plans to become a pediatric/OB nurse after graduation!

Taylor has been attending Group Exercise classes since her freshman year of college and has loved this form of fitness ever since. Falcon Fitness has pushed her out of her comfort zone and sparked a new passion for helping others discover their love for fitness and wellness. After recently undergoing back surgery, Taylor found that the Pilates classes through Falcon Fitness gave her the opportunity to rebuild her strength in a way that supports her personal health journey and helped her fall in love with this form of strength training.

Theresa enjoys being part of Falcon Fitness because it gives her the chance to watch participants gain confidence and grow stronger each semester. Outside of the gym, she loves exploring new places and trying out new recipes in the kitchen.

Ashley loves being part of Falcon Fitness because it allows her to share her passion for fitness and dance with people of all ages. Outside of teaching, she has been breeding and showing rabbits for the past 20 years, helping with local 4-H clubs and judging rabbit showmanship and meat pens across Northwest Ohio. Ashley lives with her husband on their 150-year-old farm in Pemberville. She is also a former professional cheerleader for the MLS Columbus Crew and AHL Cleveland Monsters. She’s also a proud graduate of The Ohio State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a Minor in Dance and Agribusiness.

Lauren enjoys spending time with family, baking, coloring, trying new things with friends, and watching sports or tv. Lauren loves being a part of the Falcon Fitness team because it gives her the opportunity to share her love of yoga and exercise.

When she’s not in the gym or at work, Lauren loves spending time with her husband — who loves powerlifting — as well as with family and friends. She also enjoys getting lost in a good book. Lauren is passionate about making sure everyone feels welcome in the gym. Whether someone enjoys dancing, walking, or strength training, she’s dedicated to helping them discover what they love most.

Sam believes the human body is intelligent by design, and that we often overcomplicate things. Her philosophy is to listen to your body, challenge it, and embrace positive change. Outside the gym, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their four young daughters. Sam loves long bike rides, playing pickleball, getting lost in a good book, soaking up the sunshine, and indulging in plenty of reality TV — especially Survivor, which she dreams of being on one day.

Ash enjoys lifting, playing hockey, and longboarding. He loves Falcon Fitness because it provides another outlet to connect with students and staff at BGSU, and he enjoys helping others reach their goals.

Chloe loves being part of Falcon Fitness because it allows her to connect with a variety of clients and help them work toward their fitness goals. As a former college soccer player, she enjoys playing and watching soccer, as well as running and working out. Outside of exercise, Chloe loves spending quality time with her family and friends.

Lucia loves spending time outdoors, staying active through workouts, and hanging out with friends. She also enjoys traveling and has a passion for photography.

Raygan is a college sophomore with a passion for travel, animals, wellness, and fitness. She enjoys baking, cooking, and staying organized, while also cherishing quality time spent with family and friends.

Grace loves being part of Falcon Fitness because it gives her the chance to work with a variety of people and share her passion for exercise. She’s also a swimmer on the BGSU Women’s Swim and Dive Team, specializing in breaststroke and IM. In her free time, Grace loves to bake and enjoys coaching swimming.

Matthew is a junior in the Exercise Science Pre-PT program at BGSU. Before becoming a personal trainer at the Rec Center, he worked as a fitness trainer at Planet Fitness in Sandusky. Certified through NCSF, Matthew has experience helping people of all ages achieve their fitness goals. In his free time, he enjoys bodybuilding-style workouts and continuously learning how to improve his routines. He’s excited to work with individuals from all backgrounds to help them reach their goals.

Regina is a junior studying exercise science at BGSU with a strong interest in fitness and human anatomy. As a long-distance runner on the BGSU women’s cross-country and track team, she is passionate about running and sports performance. Certified as a personal trainer through ACSM, Regina is excited to help others achieve their fitness goals and support them in leading healthy lifestyles. In her free time, she enjoys visiting local coffee shops, taking walks in scenic parks, and baking delicious treats.

Karyn loves everything about being part of Falcon Fitness, especially the supportive staff and amazing participants. She feels lucky to be surrounded by such an inspiring and fun community and enjoys helping others live healthy, active lifestyles so they can feel their best. Outside of work, Karyn loves spending quality time with her family and friends. As a mom of three active kids, she enjoys playing sports, being outdoors, and going on hikes together.

Sekai loves being part of Falcon Fitness because it gives her the opportunity to help others reach their goals while making fitness fun and enjoyable. She believes fitness shouldn’t be complicated—it should be something people look forward to! A former athlete, Sekai’s passion for working out started on the field and has carried over into her role as a personal trainer, where she uses that same energy to motivate and inspire others.

Outside the gym, Sekai enjoys hiking, traveling, and exploring new ways to move her body. Whether it’s discovering an unfamiliar trail or trying out a different style of exercise, she’s always looking for ways to stay active. With long-term goals of becoming a physical therapist, Sekai is dedicated to helping people live healthier, stronger lives.

Alexandra loves being part of Falcon Fitness because of the welcoming and supportive staff who made her feel at home right away. Outside the gym, she enjoys watching The Office, listening to music, line dancing, and spending time with her friends and family.