Eiffel Gilyana Wellness Director History of Fitness: More than 25 years experience in fitness including personal training, coaching elite athletes, special population training and sports conditioning. Awards: Competitive bodybuilder and soccer player, All South USA champion light-heavy weight 2009, nationally ranked bodybuilder 2009-2011. Specialities: Resistance and functional training, stretching, core and balance training, pre/postnatal fitness, various sports conditioning, cross training (boot camp/military style). Certifications: MS in Sports Biomechanics and BS in PE from the University of Salahddin-Erbil, AFAA Certified Personal Trainer, Registered Chiropractic Assistant, Myofascial Fitness training, high performance soccer coach, CPR-AED certified through the Red Cross, Member of ACSM Languages: Aramaic (native tongue), Kurdish, Arabic and English JCA Wellness Director
Karen at 730-2100 ext. 255. Karen Appelbaum Born in New York, NY Husband, Stuart, sons, Josh and Michael History of Fitness: Motivational speaker, facilitator and educator, inspiring weight-loss story, varsity swimmer, assistant softball coach, conditioning coach Hobbies: Professional musician, accompanist and music educator, Jaguar football fan, indoor cycling, gardening, world travel, Yankee baseball Specialties: Bodybuilding and strength training, lifestyle management, training special populations, functional training, teaching and coaching Certifications: National Academy of Sports Medicine (N.A.S.M.) personal trainer, AFFA personal trainer, Madd Dogg (Jonny G Spinning) certified indoor cycle instructor, CPR/AED/First Aid, Red Cross Seizure/ Stroke, Duval County Clinical Educator Trainer, BS in Education, 36 CR/Masters in Education
Kaley Messner Born in Ashland, OH History of Fitness: Personal training since 2003; has played tennis, soccer, softball, cross country running, track and field, diving, gymnastics, golf, as well as all aspects of dance. Hobbies: Playing tennis, running, biking, and spending as much time outside as possible on the beach. Specialties: Total body fitness concentrating on weight loss and weight management. Core and specific training for tennis, golf, speed and distance training. Overall strength training and conditioning. Certifications: National Sports and Conditioning Certification, National Health and Fitness Board Personal Training, Winthrop University Exercise Science Major, BA Dance Performance
Clint Neale Born in Fayetteville, NC Wife, Bobbi, son, Ryan History of Fitness: Personal trainer since 1993 and at the JCA since 2000 Hobbies: Working out, running, martial arts, basketball, movies, video games, spending time with the family Goals: Increase flexibility, strength, muscular endurance and balance Certifications: BS in Exercise Physiology and ACE Certified, CPR /First Aid/AED with American Red Cross
Theresa Sherman Sons Brian and David, JCA member since 1993 Education: Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of North Florida; Graduate of the National Personal Training Institute; Master Food and Nutrition Educator, University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences; Master Gardener, University of Florida/ Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Specialties: High Intensity Interval Training (HITT), TRX, Kettlebell, Tandem and Small Group Training, Bootcamp/Circuit Training, Osteoblast and Speedblast Training Certifications/Awards: National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certification in Personal Training, AFAA Certification in Group Fitness, TRX Trainer Certification, Kettlebell Trainer Certification, Speedblast Trainer Certification, Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, Osteoblast Trainer Certification
Shirley Steel Born in Edinburgh, Scotland Husband, Carlos, 2 children Lewis and Jade History of Fitness: JCA personal trainer and pilates reformer trainer since 2008 Hobbies: World travel, family and friends, fitness and photography Specialties: Pilates, core strength, stretch and total body conditioning Personal Message: Quality over quantity, less is often more. Certifications: AFAA Personal Fitness Trainer, AFAA Group Fitness Instructor and Choreography, Balanced Body University Pilates Mat, Balanced Body University Pilates Reformer Movement and Principles, BOSU Integrated Balance Training, American Heart Association (CPR and AED), International Diploma in Administrative Management
Ramesses Khalfani History of Fitness: Avid basketball player since childhood; Division I Basketball player at Florida A&M University; five years playing professional basketball abroad in Mexico, Philippines, China, Canada, Israel; five years as a personal trainer, conditioning coach and sports-specific trainer. Hobbies: Boxing, basketball, painting, running and reading Awards: Tallahassee Winter Classic Bodybuilding Champion - 2015; American Bodyworks Top Trainer in 2013; Hiram, Georgia Trainer of the Year in 2013; Beijing Aoshen basketball M.V.P in 2012; McDonald s All- American basketball nominee in 2008; Georgia Deep South Basketball All-Star in 2008. Specialties: Strength training, weight loss, general fitness, circuit training, plyometrics, core strength and stability and sports-specific training. Certifications/Education: ISSA Certified fitness trainer, basketball specialist; CPR-AED First Aid certified through American Heart Association.
Jennifer Lewis RDN, LDN, CLC Born in Jacksonville, FL History of Nutrition and Wellness: Bachelor of Science in Health/Nutrition, University of North Florida (2007); Registered and Licensed Dietitian since 2010. Specialties: Educating individuals and families on the benefits of healthy lifestyle choices, including nutrition and physical activity. Certifications: Registered Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Licensed Nutritionist by the State of Florida; Certified Lactation Counselor by the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice. Memberships: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the First Coast Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Emerging Leader of the Year by the Jacksonville Dietetic Association (2012). Hobbies: Exercise, yoga and cooking. JCA REGISTERED DIETICIAN
Zhada Eaves Assistant Wellness Director Born in Jacksonville, FL. History of Fitness: Lifelong involvement in a variety of sports. Played competitive tennis, soccer and swim as a teen. Coached youth tennis and beginning kickboxing. Has trained and competed in Muay Thai and kickboxing. Specialization: Holistic fitness and wellness; High intensity interval, flexibility, and weight training. Hobbies: Various martial arts and boxing styles, most sports, traveling, drawing, dancing, and learning. Education: M.S. Health Education and Behavior- University of Florida; B.S. Biomedical Sciences at Florida State College at Jacksonville (currently pursuing). Certifications: National Council for Certified Personal Trainers (NCCPT); Certified Health Promotion Specialist (NCHEC).
Johnny Intravaia Born in Ocala, Florida History of Fitness: Certified personal trainer since 2006. Worked with On Campus Transition (O.C.T.) program at the University of North Florida that helps young adults with cognitive and physical disabilities have an optimal college experience. Worked with wounded service men and women through a partnership with Wounded Warrior Project (W.W.P). Specialization: Circuit, high intensity, and functional training. Hobbies: Spending time with my family, sports, and reading historical books. Education: B.S. Sports Management with a concentration in Community Sport - University of North Florida Certification: World Instructor Training Schools (WITS)
Jeff May History of Fitness: Certified Exercise Physiologist. Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Football, baseball, and track athlete for all four years of high school. Obtained three football state titles and two baseball state titles. Hobbies: Traveling, outdoor activities, rock climbing, playing sports, watching movies, and cooking. Education: B.S. Exercise Physiology - University of North Florida. Certification: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
Robert Opkins Born in Mineola, NY. History of Fitness: Certified personal trainer and boot camp instructor since 2011. ACE Health Coach. Coached triathlon team for Team in Training. Played several sports, including college soccer. Current triathlete; competed in over 60 triathlons. Runner; competed in various distance races up to half marathons. Hobbies: Triathlon competitions, running events, traveling. Specialization: Total body fitness and health, weight loss and weight management, assisting senior population to improve and maintain ability to perform daily living activities, overall strength and conditioning. Education: M.S. Health, specializing in Exercise Science and Chronic Disease. Certifications: American Council on Exercise (ACE).
Leah Bunting Born in Texarkana, TX. History of Fitness: USMC bodybuilding team participant, basketball, NCA cheerleader, intramural football, long-distance running, NGA figure competitor, NPC bikini competitor. Previous Air Force fitness program manager. Hobbies: Bikini competitor, public speaking, Latin dancing, painting, global travel, hiking, backpacking, camping and education. Specialization: Bikini, figure and bodybuilding competition prep, youth fitness, holistic nutrition, geriatrics, sports medicine and sports psychology, military fitness and preparation. Education: B.S. in Human Development with a focus on Counseling Services; M.S. Industrial and Organizational Psychology (currently pursuing). Certification: American Council on Exercise (ACE).