Get Fit!
Instructor Bios
Kathleen Allen began instructing fitness classes while working on her Master's Degree at the University of Chicago in 1994. Pregnancy and the birth of her first child in 1995 ended her teaching but not her passion for fitness. Kathleen decided to "get back in shape" with a vengeance after pregnancy! When her first child was 2 and her second child was 6 months old, Kathleen ran her first marathon. Her fitness goals escalated and she competed in her first triathlon early in her fourth pregnancy. In 2006 she was chosen to represent the USA in the ITU World Championship Olympic Distance Triathlon in Lausanne, Switzerland and finished 13th in the world among 35-39 year old women. She made Team USA again in 2007 and intended to compete in Hamburg, Germany but was unable due to injuries. Because she has been fit, healthy, pregnant, out of shape and injured at various times throughout her athletic career, Kathleen can relate to the struggles that many people have and loves to help motivate others to reach their own goals! Kathleen believes that a fit, strong, healthy body is an amazing gift, and rehabilitation after her injuries has taught her that nothing is impossible. She would love to help you have fun while exercising and striving to be the best you can be!
In September 2009, Kathleen competed in the World Triathlon Event in Brisbane, Australia. Kathleen placed 6th in the world in her age group, and was declared the fastest US Athlete over age 33! Kathleen, we continue to be absolutely amazed by and so proud of you. Kathleen was profiled in The Denver Post by John Meyer in an article about the Boulder Peak Triathlon. Kathleen teaches spinning and a Power Pump class at Nick's, and provides overall good vibes as she conducts her own workouts at the Club. Congratulations to one of our most inspiring instructors.
Lynette Appelhans is a Colorado native and has taken advantage of the hiking, skiing and camping here all of her life. Lynette became interested in Pilates following an injury and is now a Polestar-method certified Pilates instructor. Lynette loves the exercise for the control, strength, and balance it offers, and she exemplifies the body and mind benefits of Pilates.
Cheryl Barr is an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor who has been teaching cardio and weight training classes for 20 years. She is certified as a Schwinn Cycling Instructor and has recently been awarded an Advanced Heart Zone Training Certificate. Her education, experience and enthusiasm will help all participants achieve their fitness goals. If you don't find her teaching one of our indoor cycling training classes, you may spot her pedaling on our mountain trails or skiing on a double black diamond trail!!
Val Curtis is a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and has been training under Nick Kapande for 13 years.
Pam Goss has been teaching spinning since 1999. Pam is a Certified Nutritional Consultant and the owner of Meta Health and Nutrition in Evergreen, specializing in nutrition and detox guidance.
Mary Greenwood has been teaching a variety of fitness classes for most of her adult life and holds a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology. She is a certified Yoga Teacher through the Shambhava School of Yoga in Shoshoni, Co. and Kona, Hawaii. Mary is an avid student of Anusara Yoga, working towards an inspired status of Anusara yoga. She is a Sanskrit and Biblical enthusiast and is studying for her Masters of Divinity at the Iliff School of Theology. Mary believes coming to the yoga mat each day is a way to align with the highest source and self, and welcomes students of all levels and is comfortable teaching to new and advanced students. Mary has climbed Kilimanjaro 5 times, and enjoys marathons, triathlons and bicycle tours of Colorado. Mary's current favorite fitness challenge is attending Nick's Peak Performer Program.
Nick Kapande (see About Nick)
Mack Newton (see Mack Newton on TaeKwon-Do)
Holly O'Connor, a Colorado native, is a wife and mother of two who has been involved in some aspect of daily fitness since she was 18. Holly began fitness instructing while a student at University of Colorado, Boulder and has never stopped. An avid runner, skier, hiker, mountain biker, gardener and world traveler, Holly rarely misses a daily work out. She is available to substitute a variety of classes of all fitness levels.
Ellie Petrik is an Evergreen native who loves to ski, ride her mountain bike and play soccer. She likes good music during workouts and that includes country western, which she knows she will need to limit in class!
Kirk Petrik has been instructing fitness classes in Boulder since the early 1980s. He is an avid cyclist and former triathlete who now chases his kids at most sporting events. His cycling class is geared to all, from those who can't balance on a real bike to those training for the Leadville 100. You will get a workout, improve your cycling, and the class is fun, mostly because of the great group of people who attend the class.
Mishelle Prouty has been involved in the fitness industry for 23 years. She has fitness certification through ACE, Mad Dogg Athletics, Body Training Systems and Mat Pilates, and has coached strength and conditioning for local teen sports including soccer, lacrosse and POMS.
Mitchell Robertson is originally from South Africa, and is a high school National Champion and college athlete. Mitchell played semi-pro rugby and plans to join the Denver Barbarians next season. Mitchell has one semester left towards his BS in Human Movement from USSA, and founded the Strider Institute to help athletes improve their performance. "I hope to make an impact on athletes, youth, and all motivated people. Hope to see you in class!"
Cathy Sellaro-Buchwald is an AFFA certified Indoor Cycle Instructor and Certified Personal Trainer and Aerobics instructor through FiTTour. She has a Bachelor of Science degree as a Medical Laboratory Technologist and a Masters in the Art of Education. Cat's hobbies include fitness, hiking, cross country skiing and biking. Her focus and goal as an educator is to help people stay informed about their health and well being.
Nancy Visocky a Colorado native, is passionate about helping people get active and stay active by providing education and MOTIVATION! Nancy teaches Yoga and Pilates, focusing on core-stability training. Nancy worked as a Physical Education teacher and coach and Counselor for Jefferson County Schools for 30 years. She is currently an Outdoor Education Teacher at Montessori School of Evergreen. Nancy holds an MA from Western State, is a certified Personal Trainer through AFAA, and is a Certified Ski Instructor.
