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Beth Gerdes
In her second season as a triahtlete and runner, Beth Gerdes continues to build the endurance sports community. Beth is passionate about changing the mindset that triathlon is an “individual” sport and wants to focus on the team, mentorship and support aspects of triathlon. It’s all about bringing like-minded active people together to achieve fitness, health and friendship. She loves to lead the weekly lululemon Carlsbad run club and can’t wait to create new group workouts that bring out new faces and revitalize those in search of something new. As the only female athlete on Breakaway Training’s elite triathlon team, Beth trains hard to keep up with the boys. In 2008, she won the Orange County International Triathlon, the Imperial Beach Triathlon, and age group champion... Read the profile >>
Claire Petretti
Sculpt Fusion Yoga and Frog's Encinitas
Claire Petretti has been practicing, studying, and teaching yoga since 1999. Like many fitness enthusiasts, she was initially drawn to yoga for its physical benefits of strength, balance, and flexibility. Once Claire realized that serenity, peace of mind, and a general sense of happiness were predominant results of the practice, she was hooked. A RYT Yoga Alliance instructor, Claire teaches a dynamic vinyasa flow, combined with fun, upbeat music. She utilizes her dance background in her flow sequences so that the movement never stops. Breathing and alignment are key. Healing from a car accident that resulted in having a disc surgically replaced in her neck motivated Claire to pursue her passion for mind-body fitness full-time. Her personal experience dealing with spinal damage... Read the profile >>
Dejinira Lee
Dejinira Lee, Group Fitness Director at PureFitness Carlsbad manages a team of fifty instructors and over 100 classes per week. She has been working in the fitness industry for over a decade teaching Core Strength, Aqua, Gravity, Balance and dance classes, as well as personal training. She is the founder of A New Day Fitness Coaching, a company focused on helping people to overcome physical challenges and get back to a healthier lifestyle. Dejinira’s own journey for a healthier lifestyle began in the 90’s and led her into a career that has changed many lives in Southern California. Her approach to health, wellness and life is finding balance and harmony of mind, body and spirit. Her motto is, “Have fun getting fit and never underestimate your own strength!” Dejinira holds... Read the profile >>
Michael Fukumura
Michael Fukumura has dedicated himself to the practice of Anusara Yoga. Known for his inspiring and supportive teaching style, Michael balances a sense of play and adventure in his classes, with mindful awareness of precise biomechanical alignment. Students learn to practice their yoga from the inside out and he encourages them to discover their natural strengths. Michael is also inclined to give private lessons and leads both immersion yoga and teacher trainings. When Michael is not teaching at Yoga Swami in Encinitas on Wed. nights at 6:15p or Thurs. nights at Haute Yoga in Solana Beach at 6:30p, he can be found paddle boarding or running his dogs with his wife Pam in Cardiff. Read the profile >>
Mike Morrison
Wave Volleyball Club
Specialty: AVP Beach Volleyball Professional Certified Personal Trainer Fitness Director at Encinitas Wave Specialties: 1- BOSU core training for athletes and everyday people. 2- Sand training for cardiovascular and core conditioning Studio: Wave Volleyball Club in Del Mar Read the profile >>
Rachel Challis
Training Transition
New Zealander, Rachel Challis is a pro-triathlete, mother of two and owner / head coach of Training Transition. Since she arrived in San Diego from Europe in October 2005, she has realized that California really is the home of triathlons. The sport is growing every year as people find a reason to give triathlons a go. It's not long until they're hooked. And the climate is perfect for all year round outdoor training. Rachel has been competing in triathlons since 1994 and sees no end in sight. She wants to pass on her love of the sport to others. Her training programs offer many options including group, private and on-line swim / bike / run / strength & core training. She even organizes childcare in local playgrounds while her clients train! Read the profile >>
Robert Budd
Robert Budd was compelled to become an expert in Russian Kettlebells when he picked up his first kettlebell in the summer of 2004. Since then he has studied the teachings and has been certified to instruct others in the practice of kettlebells by Pavel Tsatsouline. Robert has found his passion and purpose in life, helping others complete their mind/body/spirit wellness. With a background in Martial Arts from 1993, strength and fitness that dates back to his first Bodybuilding competition in 1997 and Powerlifting World Championship in 2001. Robert also considers himself blessed to have had the opportunity to utilize his Kettlebell expertise to coach Special Olympics Powerlifting, World Champion Tae Kwon Do competitors, USMC Fight Team champions, and fitness seekers from ages 10-85... Read the profile >>