Cathy Grad Pilates Instructor Cathy brings a great range of experience to Grasshoppers having certification as a Personal Fitness Trainer certified through Can-Fit-Pro, Stott Pilates Instructor and Maureen Rae's Level 1 and 2 yoga certification.  Cathy has been with the fitness industry for over 16 years and has a wide variety of experience working with both men and women in the general fitness population, and those recovering from injuries.  Cathy enjoys working with clients who are ready to make a lifestyle change and need the extra motivation, guidance and support to achieve their goals. Cathy specializes in mind/body fitness and incorporates all of her experience into her training sessions to help clients improve posture, alignment, and body awareness.
	Kelly Prendergast Pilates Instructor (currently on maternity leave) Kelly (Prendergast) Whitman has been a certified Stott Pilates instructor since 2006. She has worked with a wide range of individuals from elite athletes to those recovering from injury. Kelly has been a physiotherapist for almost 7 years and loves working with people who want to improve their posture, core stability and flexibility. She first became involved with Pilates after a back injury and became passionate about instructing once she experienced the many benefits of Pilates herself. Besides instructing mat classes, Kelly has additional training on other Pilate’s equipment including the reformer, stability ball and foam roller. She is trained in working with specific populations including pre and post natal women, post rehabilitative clients and individuals over 50. In her spare time, Kelly enjoys distance running and walking her dog Madison.
	Michelle Grant Yoga Instructor Michelle has been practicing yoga since 2001 when she discovered how its restorative effects helped to soothe an aching body. Michelle had suffered from chronic upper back pain due to scoliosis and poor posture, but yoga gave her more relief than any other method previously tried Michelle has been teaching yoga for two years and really enjoys guiding others in their practice.  Michelle teaches Vinyasa flow classes that incorporate a mixture of strength, flexibility, balance, breathing, relaxation, and awareness.   She believes that yoga is for everyone and Is always ready, and willing, to help students individual needs through offering modifications and suggestions Michelle is a third grade teacher by day and relish the opportunity to quiet the mind after very active (and sometimes loud), exciting days.  Although yoga is Michelle’s first love, she also enjoys other physical activities such as running, kickboxing, and spinning classes.  Michelle believes that Yoga is a wonderful compliment to any sport and states; “If you are trying yoga for the first time or have been practicing for years, I would love to see you in my classes.”
	Christie Dauphinee Pilates Instructor Christie Dauphinee is a fully certified STOTT PILATES Instructor.  Chrisitie routinely teaches Mat, Reformer, small equipment, Injury and Special Populations. She is a lifelong athlete whose passion for sports began with ringette and hockey at the age of 5. Christie was internationally competitive until the age of 15 when her focus shifted to all sports, encompassing the process rather than the specific sport. The mind/body connection to health and fitness is what drives her passion today. “I believe that Pilates encompasses correct movement that you can apply to any form of exercise.” Christie has her B.A. in Theatre and Music from Dalhousie University. At Dalhousie she had extensive dance and movement training for four years. She also acquired an Education Certification from the University of Maine at Presque Isle, where she improved the art of teaching. Her professional career as a personal trainer began three and a half years ago at various local spas and gyms. Whether it is a private session or a group class, her classes will help you rehabilitate your spine, improve your core and leave you feeling invigorated!
	Sheldon Washington Cardio Kickboxing Instructor Sheldon has a diverse background in both martial arts and boxing.  Sheldon hails from tantallon and has a black belt in scarlet dragon society kung fu.  Sheldon was an amateur and pro boxer, and trained for years in Newfound Land with Mike Beniot, a professional body builder.  Sheldon has over 18yrs experience in the health and fitness industry and loves to challenge each and every student in his class.