Nancy J. Belli
Director of Fitness
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Education/Certifications:
M.A. in Applied Physiology — Teacher's College of Columbia University
B.S. in Physical Education & Athletic Training — SUNY Cortland
Certified in Personal Training & Group Training for Older Adults — University of Georgia
Certified Health Fitness Specialist — American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Personal Trainer — American Council on Exercise
Certified CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor — American Red Cross & American Heart Association
Philosophy
Nancy has been in the fitness business for more than 20 years as a trainer, manager, and educator. She is a Master Teacher for ACE; has taught CPR for more than two decades; has been a "trainer on the set" for several magazines; and has presented at regional ACSM Chapter annual meetings. Her specialties include orthopedic and metabolic conditions; beginner and experienced clientele; injury prevention; and sport-specific training. Nancy's fitness philosophy is that one should be in shape to enjoy playing the sports or doing the activities one loves, and that with a little work, movement can be fun.
Jamal Baptiste
Tier II Fitness Specialist
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Education/Certifications:
BS in Exercise Science with a concentration in Sports Science and Exercise Physiology — Lincoln University, PA
Licensed Massage Therapist, NYS — Swedish Institute
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist — National Strength and Conditioning Association
Performance Enhancement Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist — National Academy of Sports Medicine
Level 1 Instructor — TRX Suspension Training
Certified Healthcare Provider — American Heart Association
Philosophy
Jamal has a wide variety of knowledge and experience in the fitness and athletic field. He has worked with high school and collegiate athletes, post rehab patients, and those seeking overall general fitness. His philosophy is that in order to exceed your own expectations one has to renew the mind.
Damon Byrd
Tier I Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
3-year course study in Health Science
Certified Personal Trainer — American Council on Exercise
Certified CPR/AED — American Red Cross
Philosophy
In order to reach a higher state of physical fitness, realistic goals must be set. Exercise selection must be very specific and technique improvement should be constant. Lastly, hard work and dedication are needed to make any fitness related goal a reality.
Ian Cervone
Tier II Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer —National Academy of Sports Medicine
Certified Sports Performance Coach — USA Weightlifting
Level 1 Instructor — Kettlebell Concepts
— TRX Suspension Training
Level 1 Blue Shirt Trainer — Heart Zones
EMT — New York State
CPR/First Aid, Certified Lifeguard Instructor — American Red Cross, American Heart Association
Philosophy
Ian was introduced to weight training at the young age of thirteen, when he spent the summer with strength coach Charles Staley. Ian has always had a passion for learning and has pursued education both inside and outside the classroom. He believes that each training program should encompass all the core components of fitness, and be specific to each individual. Ian is currently training as a wrestler and pursuing a career as a firefighter here in New York City. He believes that with dedication, hard work and persistence everyone can reach their goals. If a client is serious about making a commitment to reach their goals, Ian will make sure they succeed.
Cyril Charles
Tier III Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
Personal Trainer & Aerobic Instructor — Marymount Manhattan College
Lateral Speed & Agility;
Sports Stretch & Sports Massage;
Train Like an Athlete — American Fitness Professionals & Associates
Neuromuscular Stretching — National Academy of Sports Medicine
Advanced National,
National & Advanced Regional Soccer Coach — National Soccer Coaches Association of America
Certified CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer — American Red Cross
Philosophy
Cyril is an experienced and well-rounded functional strength and conditioning trainer for the entire family, from the beginner to the pro-athlete. He has played and coached professional soccer, ran a 2:40:21 NYC marathon, coached the New York Road Runners Club for more than five years, and coached the Achilles Track club for seven years. With all of his experience, Cyril is committed to helping you find that missing link in your fitness chain.
Leslie Conte
Tier II Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
B.S. in Physical Education and Athletic Training — Brooklyn College
Certified Personal Trainer — National Academy of Sports Medicine
Certified CPR/AED — American Heart Association
Philosophy
Involved in the sports and fitness industry for more than 20 years, Leslie was a competitive Judo champion winning seven consecutive gold medals in the Empire State Games as well as a Junior Olympic Gold Medalist. Her specialties consist of functional training, strength and conditioning, and all around well-being through corrective and preventative conditioning. Through personalized training, clients can improve and prevent physical ailments that can alter a sense of wellness. Personal training offers a balanced program geared towards their personal goals and enhances all around well-being.
Veronica Farje
Tier II Fitness Specialist
Group Fitness Instructor
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Education/Certifications:
Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State— Swedish Institute
Certified Group Fitness and Kickboxing Instructor, Personal Fitness Trainer— Aerobics & Fitness Association of America
Certified Yoga Instructor
Certified Relax and Renew Restorative Instructor— Laughing Lotus College of Yoga
Certified Beginner and Intermediate Mat Instructor— Power Pilates
Certified Instructor— TRX Suspension Training
Certified Endurance Trainer — International Sports Sciences Association
Certified Healthcare Provider — American Heart Association
Philosophy
Veronica has worked with populations ranging from athletes to the elderly. She believes that each workout is an opportunity to start or revitalize a commitment to health. Her workouts challenge multiple muscle groups simultaneously, improving strength, coordination, and mind/body focus. As a Licensed Massage Therapist, her practice includes Swedish, deep-tissue, energetic bodywork, joint mobilization, and acupressure to stimulate the body's ability to heal itself. She also has experience in sports massage, Polarity Therapy (an energy practice), Thai yoga massage, and Shiatsu.
Kat Knight
Tier I Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer — American Council on Exercise
Philosophy
Kat Knight is an ACE certified Personal Trainer who enjoys attending conferences on exercise for arthritis and post-surgical rehab in order to help design appropriate programs. Kat's specialties include water exercise, elastic resistance, and yoga.
Kenji Martinez
Tier II Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
B.S. in Speech Pathology/Education — Lehman College
Personal Fitness Trainer — Aerobics & Fitness Association of America
Integrated Speed, Agility & Quickness Traiing — National Academy of Sports Medicine
Train Like an Athlete;
Flexibility for Sports Performance — American Fitness Professionals & Associates
Certified CPR/AED, First Aid Instructor — American Red Cross
Philosophy
Kenji is a certified strength and conditioning instructor with extensive experience in the fitness industry, especially with seniors and those aspiring to achieve fitness. He is a gifted teacher, with a wealth of knowledge. His workouts are challenging, multi-faceted, educational, and enjoyable. Kenji welcomes questions and enjoys sharing his experience.
Pat Perretta
Tier I Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
B.S. in Business — SUNY Oneonta
Certified Personal Trainer — World Instructor Training Schools (WITS)
— American Council on Exercise
Certified Group Fitness Instructor— Maddog Spinning
— USA Cycling
Certificate of Achievement
for outstanding committment to physical activity
— American Council on Exercise
Certified CPR/AED— American Red Cross
Philosophy
Pat is living proof of the transformational power of fitness. His personal journey from a Brooklyn raised sports-loving kid > high school and college athlete > sedentary overweight adult > back to a competitive triathlete is an inspirational example of the benefits of healthy lifestyle. Five years ago Pat utilized AG's "Simply Tri to Lose Weight" program to lose 100 lbs and literally save his life! Doctors say his lifestyle change was the reason for his survival from an otherwise rare and fatal structural heart defect. This transformation is ongoing, and has prompted Pat to become a certified fitness professional and coach. Pat draws enthusiasm and perspective from his lifestyle change and uses his unique experience to help his clients achieve their fitness goals.
Susana Picheny
Tier III Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
Personal Trainer & Fitness Instructor — Marymount Manhattan College
MPI Flexibility Technician — Active Isolated Stretch Method
Certified Personal Trainer — National Academy of Sports Medicine
Fitness Group Class Instructor & Personal Trainer — Aerobics & Fitness Association of America
Certified Instructor — TRX Suspension Training
Certified CPR/AED — American Red Cross
Philosophy
Susana's approach is to help clients identify their physical weaknesses and imbalances, and to teach them how to build, strengthen and maintain an optimal body by using a variety of conditioning and therapeutic methods. She focuses on keeping up to date with information on biomechanics, stretching, alignment, injury prevention, special populations, physical assessment/screening, etc. Being in a balanced state of mind with a pain-free and fit body is the goal.
Joseph Reyes
Tier II Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer and Integrated Flexibility Specialist — National Academy of Sports Medicine
Level 1 Instructor —TRX Suspension Training
—Kettlebell Concepts
Postural Alignment
Certified Pre/Post Natal Specialist
CPR/AED — American Red Cross
Philosophy
Joe has been in the fitness industry for 16 years. He has experience with a variety of clientele from elderly to conditioned athletes. He specializes in a variety of methods of training from postural and corrective work to circuit and kettlebell training. Joe believes that focusing on your goals will bring you closer to a happier and healthier lifestyle.
Dejuana Richardson
Tier III Fitness Specialist
Fitness Advisor
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Education/Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer— National Academy of Sports Medicine
— Equinox Fitness Training Institute
Certified Level 1 Instructor — Kettlebell Concepts
— TRX Suspension Training
— CrossFit
Certified Functional Movement Screening Specialist
Certified Sports Performance Coach — USA Weightlifting
Certified CPR/AED — American Heart Association
Philosophy
DeJuana has multiple certifications and continues to stay current with the latest fitness techniques. He grew up boxing and playing football and was a heavily recruited by colleges. He has been published as both a fitness model and fitness expert. Currently DeJuana serves as Asphalt Green's Fitness Advisor, a Tier III Trainer, and an instructor teaching various classes like Tri Strength, such as Functional Strength and Conditioning Specialist for Asphalt Green's
Triathlon Club.
Joseph Rojas
Tier II Fitness Specialist
Speed, Agility, Quickness Coach
Boxing Instructor
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Education/Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer— National Council on Strength and Fitness
— National Academy of Sports Medicine
— Equinox Fitness Training Institute
Certified Level 1 Instructor — Kettlebell Concepts
Certified CPR/AED — American Red Cross
Philosophy
Joseph has more than nine years experience working in the top fitness clubs in New York City. He has worked with clients of all ages, from 8-80 years old. His fitness philosophy is "to feel fit is to be fit." He believes "we put so much emphasis on how we look but ultimately what's really important is what we have learned, and do we feel good about it on the inside."
DaBarion Taylor
Tier III Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist— National Strength and Conditioning Association
Certified Sports Performance Coach— USA Weightlifting
Certified Level 1 Instructor— Kettlebell Concepts
— TRX Suspension Training
Certified Functional Movement Screening Specialist
Certified Associate Tennis Instructor— Professional Tennis Registry (PTR)
Certified CPR/AED — American Red Cross
Philosophy
DaBarion enjoys training clients of all ages and abilities. He finds it challenging and rewarding to create workout routines for each individual. He believes fitness is more than just obtaining physical results; it is about improving the mental and emotional well-being of each client.
Rafael Urena
Tier I Fitness Specialist
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Education/Certifications:
Personal Fitness Trainer— Aerobics & Fitness Association of America
Certified CPR/AED— American Red Cross
Philosophy
With more than 20 years of experience as a fitness professional, Rafael's philosophy is that everyone benefits greatly from exercise. No matter what their age or limitations, he believes that exercise makes people feel better physically and emotionally. He takes great pride in helping people realize that truth, and is eager to help clients achieve and exceed their fitness goals.
