Catherine Bennett
Fitness Director
Fitness Philosophy
“Fitness to me is a lifestyle.
It is more than just weight training
and cardio (although those are important
too!) Teaching people how to become
active in everyday life and making
positive healthy choices are the foundation
for a “fit” life. When I work with a client, we look at the
to stay healthy, but what they
whole picture. We discuss not only what they can do in the fitness center
exercises and routines with my
can do outside of the fitness center as well. I enjoy doing a variety of
an understanding of the
clients with an emphasis on core. I like to make sure that my clients have
exercises they are doing and why they are doing them.
strating
It is important to me to educate my clients on fitness in addition to demon
safe workout habits. Most of all, I like to make fitness fun!”
Additional Background
2001. Additionally she holds
Cathy has been conducting personal training in the Charlotte Area since
n in Management. She has trained
her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a concentratio
training people in the special needs
men, women and children of all fitness levels and is highly skilled in
Fitness magazine as a Charlotte recpopulation. In addition, she has been featured in Charlotte Health and
ommended trainer.
Certifications
• CPR/AED /First Aid certification from American Red Cross
• Personal Training Certification from American Council on Exercise
• Ceritified Medical Exercise Specialist
Contact Catherine to schedule a Free Fitness Center Orientation!
704-944-6874 • [email protected]
Missy Schomaker
J Force Coordinator
Fitness Philosophy
g equal focus on
“I believe in a holistic approach to functional training, havin
constant emphasis on
strength, agilit y, flexibility, and muscular endurance, with a
body symmetry.
new and creative ways to
I am very passionate about my job and love coming up with
always be there to
ensure my clients stay true to their fitness commitments. I will
support and push you to reach YOUR goals.”
Additional Background
ology from San Diego
Missy graduated with a double major in Sociology and Psych
’s passion for team
State where she played Division I collegiate basketball. Missy
ng. She believes that
sports carries over into her passion for group personal traini
nt.
greater results can be reaped in a supportive team environme
Certifications
s Medicine (ACSM )
• Personal Trainer certification from American College of Sport
• CPR/AED/ First Aid certification by American Red Cross®
Patty Torcellini
Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
it is attainable.
“I believe that whatever goal you have,
nce, especially
Investing in your health boosts confide
have set for
when you reach up to the challenge you
you along the
yourself. My goal as a trainer is to help
port,
way and provide you with positive sup
ts to help you attain
encouragement, and the proper workou
is simple but effective.
your goal(s) .” My approach to fitness
se are exercises
I am a big fan of functional training. The
Combining that
that mimic what we do in every day life.
your body and mind
with conditioning and strength training
be the best they
become balanced. I love helping people
can be.”
Additional Background
for the past 7 years.
Patty has worked as a Personal trainer
king with young
Her early training experience was wor
the Levine JCC,
athletes and adults. Since training at
preteens and
Patty has been able to work closely with
their bodies
teens encouraging them to take care of
through fitness.
Certifications
circuit training
• NESTA cer tified personal trainer and
an Heart
• CPR AED Cer tified with The Americ
Association®
Mollie Lutwick
Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
I have found that regular exercise helps
me balance all of life’s roles and
responsibilities. For me, it is the
foundation for a healthy lifestyle.
It provides me with the energy I need
to take on life’s challenges and the
stamina to participate in the activities
I enjoy. As your trainer I will hold you
accountable, provide you with safe
instruction and motivate you to reach
your potential.
Additional Background
Mollie holds a Master’s degree in
Social Work, a Certificate in Aging
and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology,
all from the Universit y of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill. Mollie has been
involved in fitness all of her life as an athlete, avid exerciser
and Personal Trainer.
Certifications
• Certified Personal Trainer American College of
Sports Medicine
• CPR/AED/ First Aid Certification
from American Safety and
Health Institute
Shawn Pittman
Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
“Fitness training builds healthy habits that can
extend to all areas of your life. I help my clients
incorporate more fitness into their lives for use in
the gym and beyond. Understanding and meeting
individual’s fitness goals is where my many
years of experience come into play. I utilize
my creativity and experience to give my
clients a unique, well-rounded workout.
I enjoy seeing each client make
improvements and gain self-confidence.
I am there every step of the journey to make sure
my clients are successful.”
Additional Background
Shawn has over 18 years experience in the fitness industry
and she has trained clients at the Levine JCC since 2003.
She routinely utilizes not only the Levine JCC Fitness
Center, but also our extensive Aquatics Complex.
Shawn’s diverse clientele ranges in age from 18 to
86 years old.
Certifications
• Certified Personal Trainer by the Aerobics and Fitness
Association of America®
• Certified Water Exercise Fitness Professional by the Aquatics
Exercise Association®
• Certified Water Exercise Instructor by the Aquatics Exercise
Association®
• YMCA Arthritis Water Certification
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification by American Heart Association
& American Red Cross®
Suzanne DiOrio
Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
With a positive attitude and a can-do spirit you can achieve any goal you
set your mind to. My fitness teaching career began in 2007 with yoga
which I still instruct and enjoy to this day. My passion for wellness and
making an impact on people’s lives led me to study how strength, cardio,
flexibility, and diet work together to transform the body. I ask myself
each day, “What can I do better than I did yesterday?” Positive energy,
enthusiasm, individual care, and sound technique are the tools I use to
help others attain their goals. Through training it is my vision to create a
safe, effective workout that is creative, fun, and unique to your individual
needs. My ambition is to provide each client with the right combination
of fitness to sculpt and strengthen a balanced physique. Be comfortable
in your skin and proud of who you are; It’s your life, go live it!
Additional Background
Suzanne holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of North
Carolina at Charlotte. She enjoys spending time traveling, studying art,
and anything fitness related especially dancing.
She is a licensed Real Estate Agent and serves as a First Connection
Volunteer for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society where she was
honored as the 2009 Woman of the Year.
Certifications
• ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
• AFPA Certified Personal Trainer
• Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor, RYT
• Licensed Zumba® Instructor
• CPR/AED Certified American Red Cross®
Anne Sinsheimer
Certified Pilates Instructor
Fitness Philosophy
benefit any
“Pilates, like yoga, can involve a lifetime of practice and can be adapted to
certified
a
with
ly
private
age or fitness level. Ten years ago I began practicing Pilates
and it was
STOTT PILATES® Instructor. I found Pilates a great complement to running,
d to on a
forwar
looked
and
d
truly the first form of body conditioning that I really enjoye
JCC
weekly basis. Our studio here has the finest equipment available and the Levine
to
hope
I
on.
incepti
its
has been wonderfully supportive of the Pilates program since
years
continue to share my passion for Pilates with my friends and clients for many
to come.”
Additional Background
Anne has taught at the Levine JCC for
the past nine years. She continues
her Pilates education locally and
nationwide through workshops with Pilates master teachers.
Certifications
•Certified Pilate’s Equipment Instructor
( Reformer, Cadillac, Chair)
• Certified Mat Pilates Instructor
PR/AED/First Aid certification by
• C
American Red Cross®
• Certified Core Barre Instructor
• TRX certified
Renaldo Turnbull
Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
“I feel fitness training and conditioning is
important to achieve a long, healthy and
quality life. I believe in athletes training
to perform their sport at the highest
level possible.
We’re all athletes.
Our sport is life.”
Additional Background
 West Virginia University Graduate
 College Football All-American
 NFL All-Pro Player
 3 5 yrs experience in: sports/fitness/speed
and agility training
 15 yrs experience training youth athletes
 Avid skier, cyclist & tennis player
thers
 Played for the Saints (8 seasons) and the Pan
nsive End
(1 season); both outside Linebacker and Defe
Certifications
• CPR /AED/First Aid - Red Cross
trainer
 National Academy of Sports Medicine certified
 Corrective Exercise Specialist through the
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Jennifer Gomsak
Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
y leads to an overall
“I truly believe that having a healthy bod
way beyond looking good,
healthier outlook on life. Fitness goes
r health, quality of life, and
but is more about how it improves you
be fun and enjoyable; a
self esteem. A great workout should
for us to let go of our daily
time to reset and recharge, and a way
kouts that are
stresses. I take pride in designing wor
help you uncover your
individualized and challenging that will
omplished and successful.”
inner athlete and leave you feeling acc
Additional Background
sity in Maryland with a
Jennifer graduated from Loyola Univer
she ran Cross Country at
degree in Business/Marketing where
corporate world for over
the Division 2 level. She worked in the
Health and Wellness field.
10 years before she transitioned into the
health management program
She began working at the YMCA in the
, before joining the JCC
as a Health coach and fitness consultant
between the YMCA, as the
team. She continues to split her time
Program, and working as
Program Director of the Youth Running
and children. She has been
a private trainer and coach for adults
for over 25 years. When not
an avid runner and fitness enthusiast
busy academic, sports, and
working with clients or managing the
nifer enjoys cooking,
social schedules of her two children, Jen
g time with family and friends.
entertaining, being outdoors, and spendin
Certifications
Council on Exercise
• Certified Personal Trainer- American
American Red Cross
• CPR /AED/First Aid Certification by
Aimee Norris
Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
ts hope….
“Aimee’s goal in training is to give her clien
so they can
hope to move as efficiently and effectively
get back
continue doing the things they love in life or
anding how
to doing the things they want to do. Underst
forth, side
your joints were designed to move (back and
t has to
to side and rotational) and the role each join
is key to this
ensure the rest of the joints can do their job
approach.”
Additional Background
ty where
Aimee graduated from Wake Forest Universi
petitive tennis
she played basketball and today plays com
throughout Charlotte and the Southeast.
try to clean
My intent is to work from your strengths and
so you can
up any movement asymmetries or limitations
inside or
achieve the goals you have set for yourself,
performance
outside of the gym. These goals can be high
ts or
goals such as participating in competitive spor
.
een
activities of daily living and everything in betw
Certifications
• Certified Personal Trainer
American Council on Exercise (ACE )
• CPR /AED /First Aid - American Red Cross
• Functional Movement System (FMS)
• Applied Functional Science (CAFS)
Eldad Malka
Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
one
is just another tool to use to help
ner
trai
a
h
wit
g
rkin
wo
t
tha
e
iev
I bel
is to
lled life. As your trainer, my focus
lead a healthy, balanced, and fulfi
r
goals and combine them with you
support you to define your fitness
ermine what kind of workout routine
lifestyle goals. Together we will det
the gym and and in everyday life
will help you reach those goals in
ld a workout plan, share with you
outside of the gym. My role is to bui
le, and make sure that you are
my knowledge, hold you accountab
goals.
on the right path of reaching your
Additional Background
Navy and one year traveling
After serving six years in the Israeli
as a personal trainer. In
the world, Eldad became certified
oys teaching spinning
addition to personal training, he enj
r, his greatest joy has
and other fitness classes. Howeve
Indianapolis in addition
been raising his two little boys in
s there.
to working at the JCC and other gym
Certifications
• Kaiser- indoor Cycling
• TRX Suspension Training L1
• ACE personal trainer
Adam Flitton - Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
progress to the next level; and as a
“As a Coach, I teach skills that help people
groups or individuals by providing them
Group Fitness/ Personal Trainer coordinate
and correct technique including being
different aspects of fitness including posture
about being fit and healthy the natural
well rounded in all exercises. I am passionate
n; and therefore can provide services that
way through exercise, diet and determinatio
for a fit and healthy lifestyle.”
help athletes focus and make the right choices
Additional Background
tions placing in the Top Ten
Adam competed in National Physique Competi
st for the Crown – NGA
(UK and Las Vegas) and placing 1st in the Que
n is very instrumental in
competition. His dedication and determinatio
a big believer in fitness and
encouraging other athletes to succeed. He is
spent 20 years
health, and supports being natural. Adam also
individual titles:
as a competitive cheerleader including many
America
• World Cheerleading Association - Male Team
• Cheersport - Male All-star Champion
mpion
• Athletic Championship - Male All-star Cha
• USASF – Male Champion
her Assistant
His passion and previous experience as a Teac
perfect foundation
with children of special needs provided the
ls
in helping adults and children reach their goa
Certifications
or Training School
• Personal Trainer W.I.T.S. - World Instruct
tion from the
• Adult /Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certifica
American Red Cross
ly Childhood Education).
• Associate degree in Applied Science (Ear
II
• NC Early Education State Credentials I and
te
• Play It Safe Playground Training Certifica
te
ifica
Cert
ning
• Common Symptoms Illness Trai
Rachel Cohay
Pilates Instructor
Fitness Philosophy
“I am extremely excited to provide a place where people feel
comfortable and trusting due to my understanding of the human
body through dance and pilates training. I want to provide various
programs for men, women and children with or without injuries and
imbalances in their bodies. I am focused on relating to each person and
giving my clients the most comprehensive work out and/or rehabilitation
session I can give. Every person and body is different, and so is every session.”
Additional Background
After high school, Rachel continued her dance training with Mason Gross
School of the Arts at Rutgers University. She was subsequently accepted
to the B.F.A program majoring in dance.She studied with some of the
most knowledgeable dance instructors in the northeast such as Randy James,
John Evans, Paulette Sears, Julia Ritter and Sherry Alban. She was also a
part of the Randy James University Danceworks, and toured all over the
tri-state area performing original modern dance pieces.
After intensely choreographing and performing for four years,
graduating from Rutgers University, rigorous training took a toll
on her body. She then blissfully found Pilates. After only a few
private sessions with an instructor, she knew that
this was her calling. Rachel started her Pilates career
working at The Pilates Center in Fairfield, N.J. where
she learned innovative and stimulating ways to help
people through pilates such as sports-specific
pilates programs (hockey, golf, baseball, basketball,
tennis, soccer and football). She also learned how
to rehab breast cancer patients in need of
restoring range of motion in their upper bodies
post-surgery, as well as getting certified in
pre and post-natal Pilates.
Certifications
• IM=X Pilates
• Stott Pilates,
specializing
in rehabilitation
Christine Jewett
J Force Coordinator
Fitness Philosophy
believe
“A healthy, happy life is my fitness moto. I
and
fitness contributes to the healthy and happy,
ryone!
there is a physical activity out there for eve
Sometimes we just need help finding it.”
Additional Background
ning Institute
Christine attended the National Personal Trai
She has always
to pursue her passion for physical fitness.
find the best in
enjoyed working with people and helping them
daughter she went
themselves. After staying home to raise her
Trainer certificate. She
back to school to get her Certified Personal
ally tennis, and integrates
takes her passion for playing sports, specific
training methods into her workouts.
Certifications
• Cer tified Personal Trainer: NASM (Nation
• CPR /AED: American Red Cross
al Academy of Sports Medicine)
Fitness Philosophy
“I believe that everyone has the
power to recover, rebuild, and
and
Therapy
Aquatics
re-educate a functional body
through greater awareness and
Rehabilitation Specialist
intentional change by working
with the fundamentals of
posture and movement.
There is always a way to find
how to move without pain or to
make something that is weak grow
stronger. After our initial assessment session, I
should be able to pinpoint areas of weakness,
or immobility so as to tailor a plan that fits
inflexibility
imbalance,
the individual and establishes appropriate goals to improve all aspects of
the biomechanics of movement. It is a great thing to see my clients regain the
ability to participate in activities or accomplish tasks that they thought they would
never be able to do again and this almost always leads to even greater progress.”
Additional Background
Sally has been in the fitness industry for more than 15 years. Early in her career, she
was a swimming coach, diving coach and synchronized swimming instructor and she’s
now back in the aquatics world as a certified Aquatics Rehabilitation Specialist (ATRIC).
Specializing in back rehabilitation and Aquastretch, Sally helps her clients rehabilitate
in the water, taking advantage of the hydrodynamic principles of buoyancy, hydrostatic
pressure and resistance. In her aquatics work, Sally also applies many elements of her
biomechanics training with Dr. Greg Rose of the Titleist Performance Institute. She has
applied her skills and experience to provide real and meaningful assistance to
people with all types of conditions, and through this work she has
improved their quality of life and, in many cases, their mental and
emotional outlook. Typically, her clients come to her after having
completed physical therapy, looking for something more than PT can provide.
Sally is dedicated to helping her clients find that additional strength,
positivity and optimism.
Sally Lucas
Certifications
• Personal Trainer, American Fitness
Association of America (AFAA)
• Certified Aquatics Rehabilitation
Specialist, Aquatics Therapy and
Rehabilitation Institute (ATRI).
• Certified Aquastretch Facilitator and
Back Rehabilitation Specialist, ATRI
• Advanced Certified Golf Fitness
Trainer, Titleist Performance Institute
(TPI)
• Certified Cycle Instructor, Reebo
• Certified Swim Instructor with
Swim America
• Certified CPR/AED American Heart
Association
Trinity Cho
J Force Coordinator
Fitness Philosophy
- everyday people training to
I believe in primarily core-based functional fitness
ortably, via multi-planar
become stronger and complete daily tasks more comf
a goal, but a lifestyle. It involves
core-centric exercises. Being healthy isn’t simply
sometimes step outside of your
hard work, constant dedication, and the ability to
reflect all of these aspects. I like
comfort zone. I believe that a fitness plan should
y easier and more successful,
to work with people towards making their day-to-da
ts, giving them more energy
whether that be training for races and/or sports even
ly helping them get stronger for
to play with their children or grandchildren, or simp
e goals and path, and I enjoy
daily chores. Each person has his or her own uniqu
watching the transformation
not only helping them achieve these goals, but also
mind, and that as we become
along the way. I believe that fitness is both body and
ally and emotionally. I am
physically stronger we also become stronger ment
both inside and out.
passionate about helping people become healthier,
Additional Background
for a music degree in oboe and
Trinity went to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville
d Band of the
was also a member of the Tennessee Air National Guar
mother while living overseas,
South for twelve years. She became a stay-at-home
for
and continued to do so until she developed a passion
group
fitness. After becoming a marathoner, she delved into
own
her
sees
y
Trinit
ng.
fitness and also personal traini
her
personal transformation as a stepping stone towards
lives.
ultimate goal of helping people better enrich their
Certifications
• CPR/AED/ First Aid - Red Cross
• Certified Personal Trainer - American
Council on Exercise
• Group Fitness Instructor - American
Council on Exercise
• G.E.A.R. Cycling Instructor - Aerobics
and Fitness Association of America
• Silver Sneakers Classic Instructor Healthways, Inc.
ns
• PiYo Strength Instructor - Powder Blue Productio