Our trained staff is here to help you achieve your goals. BTF Center is proud to bring you a diverse mix of instructors and staff members.
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Kate Allen
My background in professional dance brought me to the fitness industry where I've spent years teaching a variety of training methods and, by my own trial and error, formulated a solid program for high level physical fitness and overall health and well being. I love trying new sports and have taken a shot at everything from aerial acrobatics, to Hawaiian outrigger canoeing, snowboarding, triathlons, rock climbing, surfing, and most recently, women's softball. I train the same way, trying to constantly mix it up so my body is prepared for anything. Fitness is a journey, one with no end. The key is to learn to make it fun and grow to love the process. Certifications Past and Present: CrossFit Level 1 Certified Trainer Progressing Ballet Technique Certified Instructor International Fitness Professionals Association Certified Personal Fitness Trainer United States Water Fitness Association Nationally Certified Water Fitness Instructor Healthways SilverSneakers Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Instructor Zumba Gold Instructor CPR and AED Certified |
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Sarah Gray
My love for sports and coaching has played a big role in my fitness journey. I am highly motivated to encourage others for the win! My passion is to watch children and people of all ages reach their potential and grow and learn. I have struggled with weight from a young age and have found the importance of falling in love with the journey and the irreplaceable impact that an active lifestyle has on my mental well being. I'm a busy wife and mom of two and encourage those alike to fill their cup and make themselves a priority so they can pour into their children and others. Together I look forward to finding a program that you're excited about! I have spent the last three years as a fitness coach with Beach Body. I have loved each and every one of my virtual fitness connections but look forward to some face to face community and training. Certifications Past and Present: Nasm- Certified Personal Trainer AFAA-group x Beach Body Coach Country Heat Instructor Muvz Instructor CPR-AED Certified |
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Shelbe Ruprecht
I recently relocated to Calaveras County from the Central Coast where I received my 200-HR certification at HunnyFly Yoga Studios in Lompoc, California. With training in Hatha Yoga and Aerial Yoga under E-RYT and founder of Inland College of Yoga, Martena Wilson, I expanded my knowledge of yoga diving deeper into the philosophy and finding my passion as a teacher. I truly believe this practice has healing powers for anything from body aches to mind aches. My classes are built to assist in finding strength, flexibility, body awareness, and love for yourself on and off your mat for a complete physical and mental transformation. I feel that yoga should be fun, and smiling during your practice is essential. Don’t be afraid to laugh at yourself and step out of your comfort zone! My goal as a teacher is to bring laughter, play, and an immense amount of self-love and healing to you using this wonderful practice. Certifications Past and Present: HunnyFly Yoga Studios, Lompoc, Ca- 200 Hr Yoga Instructor Certification |
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Veronica Ferdin
I have played softball competitively for 24 years and continue to stay active by participating in Spartan Races. The love of playing sports and coaching has given me the opportunity to motivate others to join me on a new adventure, bringing MUVZ fitness to San Andreas. As a MUVZ fitness instructor I have a chance to incorporate a variety of fitness segments into one high intensity class that weaves together core and stability training, HIIT intervals, and body-weight movement with the pure joy of dancing your heart out. Being an instructor gives me the chance to help and support people in reaching their fitness goals by pushing them towards their full potential. Ceritfications Past and Present: Level 1 MUVZ Instructor |
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Alex Gonzales
Being active is something I was born loving. From hiking Half Dome several times, growing up with livestock, riding horses, kayaking, working on our property or working out to get my mind right, being an active person comes naturally to me. However, exercise is not an activity that comes easily for me every day. I have found that consistency, accountability, and constantly learning new forms of exercise or nutrition all play a huge part in keeping me motivated and on track with my physique and inner health goals. I truly believe and know that overall health is all about finding a mind, body, and spiritual balance. This is what makes me passionate about helping others on their fitness journey and finding their own personal balance. Certifications Past and Present: NASM- Certified Personal Trainer Beach Body Coach CPR-AED Certified |
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Rebekah Hoskins
I am an energetic yoga teacher who is passionate about helping students start and maintain their personal practice. I believe the tools we learn in class can be carried into our daily life and I strive to cultivate a space for exploration and curiosity. When I came to yoga after graduating high school, I was just looking for a fun and relaxing way to get into shape. What I found when I dropped into my body was a feeling akin to coming home. It didn’t take long for me to get hooked. My goal is to reach as much of the community as possible and spread the healing qualities of this practice as best I can. Certifications Past and Present: 250 Hr. Yoga Certification- Aura Wellness Center Trauma Informed Certification- The Yoga Seed |
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Kristine "Lavendar Love" Schmidt
Kristine is a classically trained practitioner of Hatha Yoga. She has been a teacher for 33 years whose main yoga influences have been: her teacher Dorothy Hale, the Himalayan Institute of Yoga Science and Philosophy in Honesdale, PA, and 25 years of rugged life in the beautiful Sierras. She strives to teach others valuable ways to better enjoy life in our rural environment through the practice and lessons taught by yoga. |
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Joseph Morgan
In Jan 2018, I relocated for a job transfer from Montgomery, Alabama to the Sierra Foothills due to my career in Information Technology. My background and experience in the Military Reserves propelled me directly into the fitness arena. While on active duty in 2001, I was involved in a vehicle accident resulting in injuries that left me learning how to walk again. Since then, physical fitness and nutrition have been a major focus in my life. I have over 10 years of training experience as a Master Trainer. Every body is different, therefore, I never train two clients the same and prescribe lifestyle (diet) plans based on body and blood type. I am an avid surfer and axe thrower in my spare time. I am also a graduate of the University of Alabama, so therefore I love Football! I am open minded and always look for different ways to reach solutions. I look forward to working with anybody that wants to sweat and reach their goals. Certifications Past and Present: ACE-Certified Personal/Master Trainer ACE-Certified Health Coach Nautilus Certified- Strength Coach Red Cross Certified- CPR/AED |
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Carrissa Gomez
I have enjoyed gymnastics since I was a little girl. Once I started I never stopped! Gymnastics wasn’t just a way to help me stay in shape and have fun, but a healthy energy outlet while growing up and I often incorporated its’ lessons into other sports like cheerleading. Fitness has continued to be a positive outlet in my life as a working mama, college student, and coach! I love working with kids of all ages, mostly because they teach me skills such as: how to have fun, be creative, be patient, and make me learn how to expand and teach each child in a way they will understand. Kids are like sponges; they take in knowledge as long as you take the time to communicate with them. Being a coach in my community means so much to me. I love that it helps me teach kids to have a positive self-esteem, have endurance, and not be afraid to try! |
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Caroline McCartney
I found yoga during a dark time in my life. I had depression, anxiety, GI issues and was in and out of the hospital. I was encouraged by a close friend and my therapist at the time to try yoga. I had a strong feeling that it would be “my thing” because of my background in dance and was drawn to the spiritual components of the practice. Once I got into the practice, I was hooked. After moving around, searching for my path, I eventually landed in San Francisco and spontaneously signed up for a teacher training. In April of 2018 I graduated with a 200 hour certification from Go2Yoga in hot Vinyasa. I began teaching heated Vinyasa power flow, non-heated slow flow and low-heat Hatha in San Francisco and Pacifica, CA. I moved back to Calaveras County, subbing here and there, and started summertime Yoga In The Park in my sweet little hometown of Mokelumne Hill. Teaching yoga is my passion and an abundant source of healing. It’s also taught me how to trust myself on and off the mat. My favorite part of teaching is watching personalities open up on the mat; seeing how uniquely gifted each student is. My hope is that you leave feeling proud of yourself and grateful for your body- it’s as simple as that. Certifications Past and Present: 200 Hour Hot Vinyasa Yoga Certification- Go2Yoga Studio |
