Instructors

Kirmayer Recreation Center has the best instructors in town from Kansas City natives, KUMC students, to those that now call Kansas City their home. Together we have over 20+ years of teaching expierence. We all come from different backgrounds and bring a unique flavor to Kirmayer, but the one thing we share in common is we LOVE WHAT WE DO. We are here to educate, motivate, and inspire all to make and reach their fitness & wellness goals! When you see us around, wave and come chat with us!

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:

             ANN
Hometown: Larned, KS
Degree: BA in Human Biology and minor in Latin American Studies at KU
Certification(s): AFAA Primary Group Exercise Certification (2006), Spinning® (2009) and Zumba® (2009).
Areas of specialty: I enjoy all class formats, but in particular I love teaching fusion classes such as Yogilates and 20/20/20. 

About Me: Health and fitness have always been an important part of my life. This emphasis strongly influenced my decision to pursue a doctorate in physical therapy. Currently I am a second year DPT student at KUMC. It has been very gratifying to share with others the wonderful sense of well-being that can occur with participation in group fitness.

   BRANDON

Hometown: Praire Village, KS
Degrees: BA in Biochemistry and Psychology
Certifications: YogaFit level 1
Areas of specialty: Yoga, free-running

About Me: We are what we eat. I get better grades, enjoy my days more, and score more goals on the soccer field when I (a) eat well, (b) exercise intensely, and (c) sleep regularly. I am studying medical nutrition science. Being healthy is a completely rational decision. That doesn't mean it's not hard. I want to build an environment in which it's easier to be healthy.

            BRIANNE
Hometown: Kansas City
Degrees: B.S. In Biology & B.S. in Psychology
M.A. in Exercise Physiology - University of Missouri - Columbia
Ph.D - in progress, Anatomy and Cell Biology - KUMC
Certifications: ACSM- Health Fitness Specialist
Areas of Specialty: cycling/spin, strength training, swim instruction & swim stroke training

About Me: I discovered my love for physical activity as a young child and have entertained a variety of athletic interests (gymnastics, swim team, dance, track, cheerleading, and triathlon). My current favorite physical activity is competitive cycling (road and cyclocross) for the amateur team, GP Velotek. I teach at Kirmayer because I enjoy helping others discover that fitness and athletics can be a rewarding escape from everyday life. Witnessing my class participants achieve their personal fitness goals is better than winning a race!

    CAROLINE

Hometown: Syracuse, NY
Degree: Applied Behavioral Science, Emphasis in Exercise Science from KU
Certifications: Les Mills Bodypump, Turbokick, candidate for AFAA Group Exercise
Areas of Specialty: Bootcamps, cardio kickboxing, and strength classes

About Me: While I am a food fanatic, dog lover, and adventurist, fitness is a big part of my life. I love to help encourage and motivate others on their journey to success. I'm here to make you LOVE your workout so it will become a part of your life forever!

          HAYLEY

Name: Hayley Cherveny
Hometown: Topeka, KS
Degree(S): B.A. in Dance and Psychology
Certification(S): ACE Group Exercise Instructor, Yoga, Pilates, CX WorX, and ACE Personal Trainer
Areas of specialty: Dance, Strength training, yoga, Pilates

About Me: Hayley Chervenyis a group exercise instructor with a passion for bringing creativity and fun to your fitness! She has always loved the physicality of the human body since starting dance as a young child. Ms. Cherveny received her BA in Dance from Kansas State University and went on to become a professional modern dancer. For the past four years, Hayley has been taking her own personal fitness to the sky as an Aerial Acrobat, alongside developing her group fitness and personal training career. She is a NETA Certified Group Exercise and Pilates instructor, Les Mills CX Worx Certified and is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. She has been teaching at Kirmayer Fitness Center for the past year and is currently teaching Vinyasa Yoga, Barre Blast, and is excited to introduce POWER HALF HOUR!

        LAURA
Hometown: Kansas City
Degree: Bachelors of Art - Photography
Certification: ACE-CPT
Area of Specialty: Cycling, strength

About Me: I enjoy helping people challenge themselves physically with exercise whether it's in a personal training session or group fitness class. It's very rewarding to watch a client or participant progress towards their fitness goals and I love coming up with new exercises to help get them there.

               SALLY

Hometown: Sedalia, MO
Degree: Bachelors in Psychology, Masters in Social Work
Certification: Licensed Clinical Social Worker in KS and MO, RYT 200 via YogaFIT.
 

About Me: Sally, a licensed clinical social worker, is passionate about the role lifestyle and mindfulness can play in mental wellness and has worked in the field of aging and mental health the past 10 years. Sally enjoys teaching yoga to all populations and bodies with the goal of creating a non-intimidating atmosphere -- ideal for beginners.
Despite ridiculously tight hamstrings, Sally is excited to have received her RYT 200 hours via YogaFIT and finds yoga "one of the most nurturing things I do each week!" Sally is married with a daughter and enjoys cycling, traveling, and just being outside!

   STEPHANIE

Hometown: Lenexa, Kansas
Degree(s): Student in the Occupational Therapy Program at KUMC
Certification(s): ACE Group Fitness (American Council on Exercise), Turbo Kick, Les Mills Body Pump, Keiser Cycle
Areas of specialty: Kick Boxing, Cycle, Strength Training, Cardio

About Me: This will start my 4th year of teaching group fitness, and I could not be more excited to be here at Kirmayer and share my love for health and fitness with others. I love to motivate and coach others to be the best they can and push themselves to accomplish what they want out of a group fitness class. I love meeting new people and establishing a relationship with my participants. If you have not met me or tried a class of mine, I dare you to come because I cannot wait to start my fitness journey with those here at Kirmayer! Peace. Love. Group Fitness.

           SANDY
Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico
Degree(s): Bachelors in Science, Exercise Science. Masters of Science Education, Exercise Psychology
Certifications: ACE Group Fitness, YogaFit (1-4, prenatal), Les Mills BodyPump, Zumba
Areas of specialty: Dance, aqua, strength and body awareness education.

About Me: Sandy has a passion for living a balanced lifestyle and strives to provide the best exercise education. Group fitness is one of her favorite ways to provide hands on exercise education and prove that a healthy, active lifestyle is possible in today's fast paced world. She comes from a large Latino family and loves to LIVE LOUD! She is always available to answer any and all questions.

SHERYL 
Hometown: St. Francis, KS
Degree(s): BSE: Community Health Education
Certification(s): AFAA Group Exercise, ACE Personal Training, Nationally Certified Health Education Specialist (NCHES), YogaFit (Level 1), Spinning, First Aid/CPR/AED
Areas of specialty: Yoga, Spinning, Strength Training
About Me: My passion in life is educating and helping others lead healthier--and therefore happier--lives. Group Fitness is my favorite way to do that!

**More instructor bio's still to come**