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Meet the Fitness Team
All fitness trainers at RDV Sportsplex Athletic Club are highly credentialed, experienced, certified and ready to help you achieve your ultimate health and fitness goals. Training services include both one-on-one and small group training. If you are interested in hiring a fitness trainer, please speak to one of our team members on the fitness floor or call 407-916-2442.
Click on any of the team members below to find contact and biographical information.
Managers
Niki Davis
NASM-PES, NSCA-CSCS, ACSM-HFI
Fitness Manager
Niki Davis
NASM-PES, NSCA-CSCS, ACSM-HFI
Fitness Manager
EDUCATION
- B.S. Exercise and Sport Science, University of Florida
- Heath & Fitness Instructor, American College of Sports Medicine
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- National Strength and Condititioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Triathlon Coach
- Pre/Post Natal Instructor
- Certified SuperSlow Trainer
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Body Transformation Challenge
- Run Strong Training
- RDV Runners Club
- Triathlon Training
- Yoga
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Beginners to Exercise
- Group Training
- Pre/Post Natal Exercise
- Triathlon Training
Team Leaders
Jake Ratke
NSCA-PES, NSCA-CSCS, USAW-Level 1
Sports Performance Team Leader
Jake Ratke
NSCA-PES, NSCA-CSCS, USAW-Level 1
Sports Performance Team Leader
EDUCATION
- B.S. in Exercise & Sports Science, University of Florida
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Performance Enhancement Specialist
- National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
- Functional Movement Screen Certified Specialist
- Movement Based Flexibility & Resisted Movement Training Certified
- USA Weight Lifting Level One Coach
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Adult, JV & Varsity Conditioning
- Sport Fit
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Group Training
- Sports Performance for all athletes
- Training Individuals serious about reaching health and fitness goals
Leah Hendrickson
NASM-CPT
Group Exercise Team Leader
Leah Hendrickson
NASM-CPT
Group Exercise Team Leader
lhendrickson@rdvsportsplex.com
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- Parisi Speed School Certified -
Jump Start, Total Performance, Adult Conditioning - Body Training Systems Certified -
Group Power, Group Kick, Group Groove, Group Step - American Red Cross - AED, CPR, & First Aid
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Group Power, Group Kick, Group Step, Group Groove
- Aqua Fit, Deep Water Fitness
- Core Flex, Pilates
- Jump Start, Total Performance, Adult Conditioning
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Group Exercise
- Small Group Training
Melissa DiCerbo
NASM-PES
NEWFIT/Training Services Team Leader
Melissa DiCerbo
NASM-PES
NEWFIT/Training Services Team Leader
EDUCATION
- B.A. Communications, University of Tennessee
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine-Performance Enhancement Specialist
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Boot Camp
- Body Transformation Challenge
- Fit Life Training
- Group Power
- Group Ride
- JV Conditioning
- Run Strong Training
- RDV Runners Club
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Athletes
- General Population
- Rowing
Fitness Trainers
Alan Phillip
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
Alan Phillip
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.A. in Finance, Louisiana State University
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- PGA Member
- American Red Cross – AED, CPR, & First Aid
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Boot Camp
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Golf Fitness
- TRX Training
- Softball / Baseball
Ali Svendsen
NASM-CPT, AFAA-FI
Fitness Trainer
Ali Svendsen
NASM-CPT, AFAA-FI
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. Sustainable Business/Sports Management, Aquinas College – Grand Rapids MI
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- National Academy of Sports Medicine – Certified Personal Trainer
- American Fitness Association of America – Fitness Instructor
- Body Training Systems – Group Power, Group Kick, Group Groove, Group Step, Group Core
- American Red Cross – AED, CPR & First Aid
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Group Power Instructor
- Group Kick Instructor
- Group Groove Instructor
- Group Step Instructor
- Group Core Instructor
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Group Training
- Weight Loss
- Youth Population
- Nutrition
- Strength Training
Amanda Hill
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
Amanda Hill
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. Sports & Fitness, University of Central Florida
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- Gymnastics, Cheerleading and Tumbling
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Aqua Fit
- Boot Camp
- Deep Water Fitness
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- General Populations
- Group Training
- Gymnastics / Cheerleading / Tumbing
Bob Burns
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
Bob Burns
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. Natural Science, Washington & Lee University
- M.S. Communications, University of Tennessee
- M.B.A., Florida Atlantic University
- National Personal Training Institute Graduate
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Acedmy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- National Outdoor Leadership School - Certified Outdoor Leader
- University of Tennessee - Lacrosse, Defenseman
- Okinawan Goju-ryu, Black Belt & Instructor
- Scoutmaster
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Fit Life Training
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- New or Returning Exerciser - Needing a Kick Start
Bruce Kalish
NSCA-PES, NATA-ATC
Fitness Trainer
Bruce Kalish
NSCA-PES, NATA-ATC
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. in Health and Fitness, University of Denver
- M.S. Sports Medicine, University of Denver
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Performance Enhancement Specialist
- PTA & Athletic Trainer for HEALTHSOUTH Sports Medicine 12 years
- Head Football & Baseball Trainer at Arizona State University, 8 years
- Head Athletic Trainer Orlando Predators, Orlando Rage - Thunder Football, Orlando Lions professional teams
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Adult, JV & Varsity Conditioning
- RDV Runners Club
- Run Strong
- Sport Fit
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Sports Performance - Baseball
- Working with anyone wanting to work hard to accomplish their goals
Greg Saunders
NASM-PES, NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
Greg Saunders
NASM-PES, NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. in Physical Therapy, Florida A & M University
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Performance Enhancement Specialist
- National Academy of Sports Medicine -Certified Personal Trainer
- Certified Heart Rate Zone Instructor
- Coach/Trainer, U.S. Women’s Baseball League
- Men’s/Women’s Recreational Softball Coach
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- General Populations
- Group Training
Josh Hemann
NASM-PES, NSCA-CSCS, USAW-Level 1
Fitness Trainer
Josh Hemann
NASM-PES, NSCA-CSCS, USAW-Level 1
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. Sport & Exercise Science, University of Northern Colorado
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Performance Enhancement Specialist
- National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- USA Weight Lifting Level One Coach
- Gravity Certified Personal Trainer
- Strength and Conditioning Assistant, Rollins College Men's Basketball
- Strength and Conditioning Intern, University of Central Florida
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Adult, JV & Varsity Conditioning
- Body Transformation Challenge
- Sport Fit
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Athletes - Basketball, Football, Tennis
- General Populations - Body Transformation
Kelley Steen
RD, LDN
Nutrition Coach
Kelley Steen
RD, LDN
Nutrition Coach
EDUCATION
-
B.S. in Nutrition and Food Management – Oregon State University
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Dietetic Internship – University of Alaska Anchorage
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
-
Licensed Dietitian – State of Florida
-
American Red Cross – AED, CPR, & First Aid
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
-
Whole Foods Based Nutrition
-
Prenatal Nutrition
-
Hiking
Meredith Apter
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer/Performance Coach
Meredith Apter
NASM-CPT
Fitness Trainer/Performance Coach
EDUCATION
- B.S. in Psychology,
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- Parisi Speed School Certified
- American Red Cross - AED, CPR, & First Aid
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Jump Start, Total Performance, Adult Conditioning
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Strength Training
- Heart Rate Training
- Weight Loss
- Group Training
Mike Davis
NASM-PES;CPT, NSCA-CSCS
Fitness Trainer
Mike Davis
NASM-PES;CPT, NSCA-CSCS
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. in Education, Millersville University of Pennsylvania
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
- NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- NASM (PES) Certified Perf. Enhancement Specialist
- Wrestling Coach, 17 years
- Baseball Coach, 8 years
- 31 years in Public Education in Pennsylvania
- Volunteer Strength Coach at Bucknell University
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Adult, JV & Varsity Conditioning
- Sport Fit
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Athletes - Baseball, Wrestling
- General Populations - Conditioning
- Sports Performance - All Ages
- Strength Conditioning
Mike Whittington
NASM-CPT, NASM-PES
Fitness Trainer
Mike Whittington
NASM-CPT, NASM-PES
Fitness Trainer
mwhittington@rdvsportsplex.com
EDUCATION
- B.S. Exercise Science/Wellness, University of Florida
- B.A. Physical Education, University of Central Florida
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Performance Enhancement Specialist
- Basketball Coach, Lyman High School
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Adult, JV & Varsity Conditioning
- Sport Fit
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- General Populations
- Sports Performance - Basketball
Pam Hodges
NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS, ACSM-HFI
Fitness Trainer
Pam Hodges
NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS, ACSM-HFI
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.S. Exercise Science, Jacksonville State University
- M.A. Public Administration, Jacksonville State University
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- American College of Sports Medicine - Health Fitness Instructor
- National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
- Certified Kids in Motion Instructor
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- All Ages & Fitness Levels
- General Populations
Ryan McKenzie
NASM-CPT, NASM-PES
Fitness Trainer
Ryan McKenzie
NASM-CPT, NASM-PES
Fitness Trainer
EDUCATION
- B.A. Psychology, Rollins College
EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Performance Enhancement Specialist
- Movement Based Flexibility Certified
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
- Adult, JV & Varsity Conditioning
- Body Transformation Challenge
- Sport Fit
INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES
- Body Transformation
- Functional Muscle Gain
- Mental Toughness and Performance
- Sports Performance - Baseball, Squash
- Youth Conditioning
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