Personal Trainers

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  Amanda Kara, B.S., M.S., ACSM

  Co-Fitness Director

  Amanda Kara

  Amanda relocated from Alabama to take a position with The Chatham Club in 2005. Her personal training certification is from the American College of Sports Medicine. Amanda received her B.S. in Biology/Chemistry and earned her Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology from The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). She has extensive experience and is a Certified Trainer in both Kinesis and Power Plate training. Amanda developed our “Biggest Loser” Weight Loss Challenge in 2009. She continues to run the very successful program three times per year. Amanda ran competitvely for UAB earning several honors including All-Conference and All-American Academic teams. She has completed 3 Marathons, placing 2nd in the 05′ Mardi Gras Marathon. Amanda has qualified for the coveted Boston Marathon in each marathon. Amanda is available to create a training program for runners wishing to compete in any distance from a 5K – marathon. Outside of the Club Amanda enjoys road biking, trathlon and obstacle course race training.

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  Dennis Stacknick, B.S., NSCA

  Co-Fitness Director

  Dennis Stacknick

  Dennis is a graduate of East Stroudsburg University with a B.S. in Movement Studies & Exercise Science. He is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Personal Trainer.  He is also a certified instructor in Power Plate, Kinesis and Spinning. Dennis developed his own Intensity Training class for the Club. This class is a high intensity, plyometric-interval training class. While at ESU, Dennis was a member and captain of the Men’s Cross Country and the indoor/Outdoor Track teams, Dennis’ emphasis is on sports specific training and strength-conditioning programs.

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  Jen O’Connor, NSCS

  Program Director

  Jen O’Connor

  Jennifer has been with The Chatham Club for more than 20 years. She received her personal trainer certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. She attended her first Yoga Teacher training 15 years ago with Baron Baptiste. Jennifer has since attended numerous teacher trainer seminars held by Yoga Journal, Omega Institute and Kripalu Institute. She is certified through The American Yoga Academy. In 2007 Jennifer followed her newest passion and became certified in Zumba. She teaches Spinning, Body Sculpting, Zumba and Yoga classes at the Club. Jennifer loves to share the joy of movement with all of her students through classes and personal training.

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  Nikki Ansell, B.S., M.S., NSCA

  Nikki Ansell

  Nikki earned her B.S. in Exercise Science from East Stroudsburg University in 2003, and her Master’s in Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2005 also from ESU. She holds a certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Nikki has worked with a variety of clients from young athletes to cardiac rehabilitation patients. Nikki enjoys horseback riding and trains locally as a competitive hunter/jumper.

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  Bret Cadena, B.S., NSCA

  Bret Cadena

  Bret is a William Paterson University graduate with a B.S. in Exercise Science and a concentration in Exercise Physiology. He is a Certified Strength and Condidtioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Bret has played football for many years and played in college for the WPU football team. Bret’s personal training emphasis is on strength and conditioning for sports performance.

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  Christina Curtis, B.S., NSCA

  Christina Curtis

  Christina is an East Stroudsburg University graduate with her B.S. in Exercise Physiology.  She is a Certified Personal Trainer by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.  Christina has been a trainer at The Chatham Club for two years. She instructs several of our Boot Camp and TRX suspension training classes.

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  Eric Goletz, NASM

  Eric Goletz

  Eric is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Personal Trainer. He is a Martial Artist, and holds a 3rd degree black belt in Koei-Kan Karate. Eric instructs Boot Camp, Self Defense, TRX Group Training and Total Body functional fitness classes. He enjoys integrating karate and self-defense into training programs he designs for his clients. When not training, Eric is an avid jazz musician.

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  Mary Fischetti, B.A., NASM

  Mary Fischetti

  Mary is a graduate of New York University with a B.A. in Psychology.  Mary is certifiied by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Certified Personal Trainer.  In addition to training her clients, Mary enjoys dancing, swimming and bike riding.

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  Andrew Krasovsky, B.S., ACE, NSCA

  Andrew Krasovsky

  Andrew is a graduate of Kean University with his B.S. in Computer Science and his M.S. in Exercise Science. He is certified from the National Strength and Conditioning Association  as a Certified Personal Trainer and the American Council on Exercise. Andrew is certified to teach Power Plate, Kinesis and TRX Suspension Training. He created a new, exciting, ongoing “Muscle Shock” sculpting class for the members of The Chatham Club. Andrew is passionate about and specializes in Fitness Sculpting, Natural Bodybuilding and Nutrition. Andrew is an active competitor in Natural Bodybuilding events. He placed first in the 2010 NJ Suburban Championships – Middleweight Division.

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  Tim Losey, B.S., NSCA

  Tim Losey

  Tim is a graduate of East Stroudsburg University with his B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He holds a certification from the National Strength & Conditioning as a Certified Personal Trainer. Tim is an avid rugby player and while attending ESU was selected to the All-American Rugby team. Tim’s emphasis is on fitness for sports performance. He has lead two of our Biggest Loser Challenge teams to first place finishes.

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  Tracy Narag, ACE, NSCA

  Tracy Narag

  Tracy has been on The Chatham Club personal training staff for 18 years. She received her B.S. in Dietetics from Montclair State University. Tracy holds her Health & Fitness Instructor certification with The National Strength & Conditioning, and a Personal Trainer certification from the American Council on Exercise. She enjoys working out and shares her enthusiasm for sound fitness with all of her clients.

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  Ivona Reszka, B.S., M.S., NSCA

  Ivona Reszka

  Ivona received her B.S. in Adult Fitness from the University of Warsaw, and her Master’s in Physical Education also from the University of Warsaw. She holds her personal training certification from the National Strength & Conditioning Association. Ivona is Kinesis and Power Plate certified and teaches several classes at the Club. She has been with the Club as a personal trainer for the last 12 years. Ivona is experienced in athletic and post rehabilitation training programs. Outside of the Club, she enjoys skiing and playing soccer.

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  Janine Romano, ACSM, NSCA, FMS I-II

  Janine Romano

  Janine’s personal training certifications are from the American College of Sports Medicine as a Health & Fitness Specialist and from the National Strength & Conditioning Association as a Certified Personal Trainer. She is also a certified Spinning, Kinesis and Power Plate instructor. Janine has received enhanced qualifications in nutrition and physical activity. She did her undergraduate work in pre-med studies at Temple University and microbiology at Rutgers University. Janine has been with The Chatham Club for more than 20 years as a Personal Trainer and Instructor. As an avid equestrian, Janine has combined her love of horses and fitness to develop a bareback riding program Equisthenics. This program combines the use of specific exercises emphasizing core strength, balance, flexibility, and mindfulness while on a horse.

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  Doug Sellmann, MEd, MSS, NASM, NSCA

  Doug Sellmann

  Doug holds a Masters of Education degree in Sports Management from East Stroudsburg University. He also earned a Masters of Sports Science degree from the United States Sports Academy. Doug’s undergraduate degree is a BA in Exercise Science from Kean University. He is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Doug is also certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Doug has been affiliated the Club for 14 years, holding various positions during that time. Along with being at the Club, Doug has worked at several athlete training centers around NJ. Most recently Doug was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Hunterdon Central Regional High School in Flemington, NJ.

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  Traci Stanard, B.S., M.S., CFT

  Traci Stanard

  Traci is a former Elite International gymnast and collegiate two-time All-American. She competed in the 1992 Olympic trials and remained ranked 8^th in the country for two years. Traci graduated from the University of Utah with a BS in Psychology and a Masters Degree in the psycho-social Aspect of Sport. Traci currently is a Certified Wellness Coach and holds her CFT certification through the ISSA. She works daily with athletes in the mental aspects of training and performance. As a trainer, she pursues to help others reach their own physical peak performance state.

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  Darren Worts, B.S., M.S., NSCA

  Darren Worts

  Darren has been working at The Chatham Club for 17 years.  He received his B.S. in Corporate Fitness from Trenton State College and his Masters in Recreation, Sport and Fitness Management from Northeastern University. He is certified by the National Strength & Conditioning Association. Outside of the club, Darren is a competitive runner and has completed over 40  marathons and more than 20 ultramarathons, including eleven 100 mile races. A few of his accomplishments include placing first in the men’s division of Badwater, a 135 mile race through Death Valley – 32 hours, 38 minutes; Sri Chimnoy 6 Day Race – 420 miles; and A Run From the Heart – a 208 mile solo run from Cape May to High Point, NJ.

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All of The Chatham Club Trainers and Fitness Staff are CPR/AED certified.

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