Valley Health Wellness & Fitness Center

Jeff Jeran

Jeff holds a Master of Science (MS) degree from West Virginia University (WVU) in Exercise Physiology specializing in aquatic therapy and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Sports Medicine/Athletic training from Alderson Broaddus College. Jeff received football, baseball and academic scholarships while getting his BS and held internships while getting his MS at WVU as a Strength Coach for baseball, basketball, football, and wrestling and did a Graduate Assistance (GA) under Dr. Robert Chetlin, PhD, CSCS, HFI working in Neuromuscular research. Jeff also held internships in Cardiac Rehab, Aquatic Therapy and a paid internship as a Strength Coach with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2003 while receiving his MS. Jeff is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) in Exercise is Medicine Level 1, the National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF) as a Certified Pool Operator, American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard, and has been published in the peer reviewed National Strength and Conditioning Professional Journal.

Education: Master of Science in Exercise Physiology , Bachelor of Science Sports Medicine/Athletic training

Certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist , Exercise is Medicine Level 1 , Certified Pool Operator , American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard

Chris Armel

- MS in Athletic Coaching Education/Strength & Conditioning from West Virginia University - NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Precision Nutrition Level 1 certification - Experience as a Strength & Conditioning Coach with collegiate athletes, sports training, and children - Enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wife and puppies "No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care.”

Education: MS in Athletic Coaching Education/Strength & Conditioning

Certifications: NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist , Precision Nutrition Level 1 certification

Josh Shade

-BS in Exercise Science from Shepherd University - ACSM Certified Personal Trainer - 7 years of experience in the medical fitness field, experience working with individuals on land and in the water, and a certified TRX trainer - Enjoys running, hiking, and history "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy"

Education: BS in Exercise Scienc

Certifications: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer , Certified TRX trainer

Kelly Pults

Kelly has a MS in Kinesiology specializing in Sports and Recreation Management from JMU and a BS in Allied Health Science from Bridgewater College. She is certified as an ACE Clinical Exercise Specialist, AEA Exercise Instructor, ACE Group Exercise Instructor, ARC Water Safety Instructor and First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor, and has completed the California State University Balance and Mobility Instructor program. Kelly is also a Certified Les Mills BODYPUMP™ Instructor and TRX Trainer. Kelly has a wide variety of experience in the fitness and wellness industry that includes group exercise instruction, community health and wellness programming, exercise testing and prescription, and facility operations. She previously worked at the VMRC Wellness Center in Harrisonburg, VA where she served as Assistant Manager. In her free time, Kelly competes in mud runs, camps in West Virginia, and rides her horse, Etch A Sketch.

Education: MS in Kinesiology , BS in Allied Health Science

Certifications: ACE Clinical Exercise Specialist , AEA Exercise Instructor , ACE Group Exercise Instructor , ARC Water Safety Instructor , First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor , TRX Trainer , Certified Les Mills BODYPUMP™ Instructor

Lacey Harris

Lacey graduated from Old Dominion University in 2014 with a BS in Sports Management and completed her MBA in Human Resources from Fitchburg State University in December 2018. Lacey started working here in September 2014 as a Sales Associate, and was instrumental in helping the Center achieve membership and retention goals. In 2015, Lacey was promoted to Administrative Accounting Coordinator, in this role Lacey was a key contributor to the daily functions of the Center. In 2016, Lacey was promoted to Member Services Manager. Lacey absorbed the role of Administrative Accounting Coordinator while also overseeing Member Services, Sales, and Kids Zone. As Member Services Manager, Lacey also coordinated all marketing and communication for the Center. Lacey has been given many unofficial titles over the years, as she is the main point of contact for technical support, human resources, accounting, purchasing, marketing, and Compete. Lacey frequently travels to newly acquired and newly opened Power Wellness centers as a Functional Specialist to help train fellow Power Wellness employees and assist with grand openings. She has traveled to Baton Rouge, LA, Cincinnati, OH, Winter Park, FL, Vacaville, CA, and Thibodeaux, LA. Lacey truly enjoys helping people and making sure they are equipped with the necessary tools and training to help efficiently run a Center.

Education: BS in Sports Management , MBA in Human Resources

Pam Nicodemus

- Has been an employee of VHWFC since opening day - Manager at Curves for 6 years - Enjoys reading, the beach, time with family (including Riley, their 5-year-old golden retriever) & friends, and canning

Wendy Ware

Wendy was born and raised in Cape May, NJ. She graduated from Shenandoah University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a minor in Coaching. Wendy coached the Field Hockey and Lacrosse teams at SU from 2008-2010. VHWFC hired Wendy as a Kidz Zone associate in 2008, but was quickly promoted to Kidz Zone Coordinator. She now serves as the Member Services Supervisor overseeing a dedicated team of staff. Wendy continues to love her work!!! She enjoys interacting with people and making them feel welcome at VHWFC. In her free time, Wendy enjoys working out to maintain her fitness and spending time with her family and their dog, Cali. She is also a huge sports fan – Go Philly!!

Education: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology , Minor in Coaching

Anna Zatkiewicz

- BS in Kinesiology from State University of New York at Brockport - AS in Physical Education from Monroe Community College -ACSM CPT, ACSM EIM, ARC Lifeguard - Experience in corporate health & wellness programming - Enjoys tennis, snowboarding, and running “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.”

Education: AS in Physical Education , BS in Kinesiology

Certifications: ACSM CPT , ACSM EIM , ARC Lifeguard

Becky Tanis

- BS in Exercise Science from Shenandoah University - ACSM Certified Personal Trainer - Enjoys spending time with family, cooking, and watching sports “Have some fire. Be unstoppable, Be a force of nature”

Education: BS in Exercise Science

Certifications: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Beth Dickman

- Currently pursuing a BS in Exercise Science from Shenandoah University - NASM Certified Personal Trainer - Kaiser Certified Cycling Instructor - Previous experience as a personal trainer and previous experience as the Student Director of Shenandoah University Personal Training - Enjoys gymnastics, traveling, and spending time with family and friends “It is not about how many times you fall, but about how many times you get back up”

Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer , Kaiser Certified Cycling Instructor

Christin Yokiel

- BS in Kinesiology from Shenandoah University - ACSM Certified Personal Trainer - Experience in personal training and playing collegiate field hockey - Enjoys running, weight lifting, cooking, and music “I enjoy educating others on exercise & weight lifting so they will be confident in their workouts.”

Education: BS in Kinesiology

Certifications: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Kelsey Rebert

- BS in Nursing from West Chester University - Certified ACE Health Coach, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified CrossFit Level 1 and Level 2 - Previous experience as a CrossFit Coach, former Olympic lifting coach - Enjoys weightlifting, skirmishing, and traveling “I enjoy helping people feel more confident about themselves, their strength, and their abilities. It brings me joy to see people be able to reach the goals they set for themselves. ”

Education: BS in Nursing

Certifications: Certified ACE Health Coach , Licensed Massage Therapist , Certified CrossFit Level 1 and Level 2

Kolton Anderson

- Currently pursuing a degree in Exercise Science from Shenandoah University - Enjoys powerlifting “I love what I do because I enjoy helping people reach their personal fitness goals”

Kyle Dexter

- Currently pursuing an MS in Human Movement/Sports Nutrition from Concordia University; BS in Exercise Science from Shenandoah University - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist - Previous experience working with youth athletes and ages 55-75; specialized in strength training and sports performance - Enjoys hiking, video games, and playing with my dog and cat “If it means something to you, you’ll do something about it”

Education: BS in Exercise Science

Certifications: NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Lauren Butler

- MS in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania - BS in Athletic Training from West Virginia University - NASM Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist, NASE Certified Speed Specialist, and BOC Certified Athletic Trainer - Experience in corrective exercise - Enjoys being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with family

Education: MS in Exercise Science , BS in Athletic Training

Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer , NASM Corrective Exercise Specialis , NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist , NASE Certified Speed Specialist , BOC Certified Athletic Trainer

Lloyd Phillips

- BS in Physical Education - Experience with children and life-guarding - Enjoys football, basketball, fishing, and camping "Better to give than to receive."

Education: BS in Physical Education

Mandy Hulver

-BS in Health and Human Performance from Radford University -NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist -Two years of personal training experience, 20 years of experience riding horses, specialize in strength training for all levels -Enjoys working on the farm, going on adventures and watching the Chicago Cubs and VT Hokies "Live long and prosper"

Education: BS in Health and Human Performance

Certifications: NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Nicole Legare

- BS in Exercise Science from Shenandoah University - ACSM Certified Personal Trainer - Experience in group exercise, strength training, and former collegiate athlete - Enjoys running, hiking, and biking "I love what I do, because I get to share my love for exercise with others and it makes me happy when I see people get excited about being healthy."

Education: BS in Exercise Science

Certifications: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Trae Tinsman

- BS in Exercise Science from Shepherd University - ACSM Certified Personal Trainer - Former collegiate athlete, experience in strength training - Enjoys football, basketball, and golf "Don't count the days, make the days count"

Education: BS in Exercise Science

Certifications: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Christian Rice

-BS in Exercise Science from Shenandoah University -ACSM Certified Personal Trainer -Collegiate baseball player and experience as a skills coach -Enjoys baseball, snowboarding, fishing, and golfing “Never let the fear of striking out get in your way”

Education: BS in Exercise Science

Certifications: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Windsor Shields

- BS in Exercise Science and Public Health from Shenandoah University - Has completed two fitness internships - Enjoys cooking, working out, and spending time with family and friends “The best way to predict the future is to create it”

Education: BS in Exercise Science and Public Health

Mikayla Demaio

- BS in Exercise Science from Shenandoah University - Enjoys anything outdoors, hiking, and working out

Education: BS in Exercise Science