San Antonio : Quarry Market
Adelle Brewer
'08-'09 Ambassador Alumni: Adelle Brownlee Brewer is a nationally certified Black Belt Nia instructor, Reiki Sensei, and Professional Fiber Artist. She has been dancing and teaching in the field of art for over 30 years. She also offers Nia workshops and presentations throughout the US and Mexico, as well as demonstrations for companies and special groups. In addition to her regular Nia Classes, Adelle works with patients in pain management, women dealing with sexual trauma and eating disorders, as well as working individually, for those who want a more personal experience. "Teaching Nia to people in special situations has been rewarding, as well as challenging. Seeing smiles on the faces of people who have been afraid to move, or have felt disconnected from their body, makes every... Read the profile >>
Aida Zorilla
Studio A
'08-'09 Ambassador Alumni: Aida Zorrilla holds a twenty year background in ballet and modern dance. After graduating from Texas Christian University, she began studying Pilates in 1991. She received a certification from the PhysicalMind Institute and worked in their administrative offices in Santa Fe for two years. In 2000, Aida returned to San Antonio, Texas to open Studio A, with her business partner, Paul Scheuer. In the same year, she attended her first workshop with Ron Fletcher and has since dedicated herself to Fletcher Pilates. She received her Level I Apprentice Certificate from The Ron Fletcher Program of Study (TRFPOS) in 2003 and graduated from Level II in 2005. In 2003, she became a Senior Facilitator for TRFPOS. In the Spring of 2007 she became Senior Faculty for The... Read the profile >>
Ana Hollis
Yoga Shala
Ana has been physically active in sports all my life, teaching aerobics and then weight training. So it did not take much for a friend to persuade her in 2000 to become one of her students and her first yoga teacher. Ana jumped into her classes 4 to 5 times each week and just loved it. At the time,sge had no idea what yoga was, or that these classes called Ashtanga would shape the foundation of her practice and teachings today. Right away Ana was hooked and began reading everything she could find on yoga, yoga philosophy and later on the human anatomy so that she could understand what was happening in her mind and body to make the postures. Breath, rhythm, timing, focus, concentration, toning both the body and mind and much more … wow, all this from Yoga. For Ana's... Read the profile >>
Carolyn Bell
Pilates Room at The Synergy Studio
'08-'09 Ambassador Alumni: Carolyn has been practicing Pilates since 2002. She is a PMA-CPT™ - awarded Certified Pilates Teacher designation by the Pilates Method Alliance. Only 15 Pilates teachers in Texas hold this designation. She has a proven ability to motivate clients and improve their quality of movement and condition. Carolyn is experienced in Reformer, Cadillac, Spine Corrector, Wunda Chair, High Barrel, Ped-O-Pull, Magic Circle, Fletcher Towel and classic Pilates Mat. You can take one of her fabulous classes at Studio C or the Synergy Studio and now at the Pilates Room at The Synergy Studio. She is conducting private Pilates equipment sessions T, Th and S by appointment. Read the profile >>
Edgardo Gonzalez
Edgardo was born and raised in Laredo, TX and has been a running coach in South Texas since 1998. He has worked with children and adults to help them achieve their running goals. "Helping someone cross the finish line of a race or helping them break through the dreaded “wall” never gets old." Capturing that experience has been important in his life and sharing that with others has been and will continue to be his lifetime goal. Edgardo competed collegiately for the University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX. There he studied for his double major in Cultural Studies and Religious Studies. In 2006 he set personal records of 4:12 in the 1500m and 16:08 in the 5000m. Later that year, he was voted to the All Heartland Conference team for his top 10 showing (5 miles in 27:37) at... Read the profile >>
Lisa Long
Yoga Shala San Antonio
'08-'09 Ambassador Alumni: Lisa Long began studying yoga in 2000, and over that first year practiced a variety of styles. On one favorable day, she found a local Ashtanga studio with two teachers who presented the asana practice with clarity and enthusiasm. Lisa has been practicing Ashtanga Yoga ever since, and has been blessed to study with many great teachers, including Tim Miller, Rossella Rossi, Andrew Eppler, Eddie Modestini, Nicki Doane, David Williams, David Swenson and Shelley Washington. Lisa is pleased to have recently completed 100 hours’ primary series intensive training in Encinitas, California, with Tim Miller. She has been accepted into the intermediate series intensive with Tim and will be traveling to Encinitas to complete this in late Summer 2008. Lisa... Read the profile >>
Lori Loney
Lifetime Fitness
Lori Zimmerman Loney holds a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology from Central Michigan University. She has been a Martial Artist since 1980 and has studied many styles. She holds a 1st degree black belt in Moo Duk Kwan Tang Soo Do and a 3rd degree black belt in mixed martial arts from Juko Kai International. She also has been certified through the American College of Sports Medicine as an Exercise Specialist and is currently an ACE certified group fitness instructor teaching at Lifetime Fitness in San Antonio, TX. "I've been involved in dance, track and field, martial arts and body building since high school. I like to move. I love to help other people make that connection between a healthy body and happiness in general. It all began when I hit puberty and gained a lot of... Read the profile >>
Micah Hartsock
Spectrum Athletic Clubs
Micah grew up in Norcross, Georgia, just outside Atlanta, honing skills in two of his most favorite activities: music and bodybuilding. A natural athlete, he easily became an accomplished competitor, and won a national title in the American Powerlifting Committee (APC). Shortly afterwards, Micah gave up powerlifting to seek a healthier and more integrated approach to fitness. After 2 years in and out of fitness related jobs, Micah realized that his passion for fitness was his calling in life. In 2005, he moved to San Antonio to tap a market that he had no prior knowledge of, nor had any contacts in the industry. In less than one year, Micah networked and eventually acquired an impressive roster of clients. Beyond the usual gym workout, Micah has added to his mix of fitness routines by... Read the profile >>
Monica Aguilar
Spurs Silver Dancer, Lifetime Fitness Instructor
'08-'09 Ambassador Alumni: Monica Aguilar was born in Austin, Texas. At just 21 years old, she has a lot to be proud of in life. Her personal achievements have brought her into a whole new world- a world where she not only entertains and provides a motivating experience, but also performs in front of tens of thousands of basketball fans on a regular basis. Since the age of five, dance has been an integral part of her life. She began choreographing and teaching dance routines at fourteen years old! "I would choreograph special performances for quinceaneras and ‘sweet sixteens’. My friends would ask me to teach for their special event and then their friends would ask! Word of mouth is a powerful thing!" She danced in high school, through college, and now professionally for The... Read the profile >>
Paul Scheuer
In April 2005, Scheuer opened Studio B: Body Armor, an athletic performance center. Together, Studio A and Body Armor provide a full spectrum, synergistic and dynamic experience for athletes. In 2006 Scheuer began to study and introduce the CrossFit™ method into his conditioning program, receiving his Level 1 certification in July 2007. Specializing in strength training and conditioning, CrossFit™, 3D Motion Analysis and Fletcher Pilates™, Scheuer provides programs for athletes and for those committed to training like athletes. Scheuer’s training methods integrate plyometrics, speed and endurance, power and strength, agility and balance, spinal mechanics and core stability. Read the profile >>
Richard Garcia
Spectrum Athletic Club Alamo Heights
Born on the beaches of Corpus Christi, TX, Richard Garcia discovered his love for music and arts. That quickly grew into a love for dance and movement. At the age of 15, Richard began dancing in his home town which later led to on stage performances in cities such as New York, Houston, Fort Worth, Dallas, and San Antonio. At the age of 30, during a dance rehearsal, Richard suffered a torn ACL while executing a Grand Jetés which forced him to retire as a professional dancer. After going through physical therapy to repair his knee, Richard began strength training as another means for his love of movement. Alongside strength training, he also found enjoyment in rock climbing and cycling. He soon realized that there were other means to fulfill his need for competition and movement thus... Read the profile >>