Instructors

Deni - all things SiB & Spin

www.sibgym.com

I am a lifelong group exercise person, with 25 years in the field.  Most recently, my passion has been at Strong is Beautiful where we focused on functional fitness & barbell workouts - with a bunch of team training thrown in. 

Over the years I have been a NASM certified personal trainer, and a certifed group ex instructor in ALL the things (except Yoga - & Zumba!!! )

I believe in group exercise as a community and a lifestyle -it is truly for EVERY BODY - and am excited to bring my vision to life at eQuillibrium Fitness!

Nay - ZUMBA Queen

@adyctivefitness

Naarah (Nay C! ) is a certified Group Fitness Instructor, licensed Dance Fitness Instructor & Certified Personal Trainer.

She believes that fitness & wellness is a lifestyle that everBODY deserves. Her desire for her students is to have their body, mind and spirit function properly and to be able to do activities of daily living effortlessly. After all a body in motion stays in motion.

If you #moveyabodi & #fuelyabodi daily and properly, your quality of life can be exquisite.

We build strength, endurance and confidence in you with a sense of community through working and dancing together .

All of her classes are fun and challenging & her smile is infectiously there the whole time saying "You are stronger than you think" You got this! 

Come try a class, you will be glad you did!

Jeni - Sunday Cycle

 I have been teaching Spin for over 20 years.  My passion for taking classes led me to getting certified.  I still love it!  Spinning is a great outlet after a hard day at the office.  It is a challenging cardio workout that can be adapted to your fitness level.  Plus the friendships that I have developed in class through the years are priceless. 

Hillary Welch - CYCLE

Hillary is a LesMills Advanced RPM Instructor. She has been teaching in Southern Maryland for over 8 years. You'll find that she spends most of her indoor cycle classes dancing and making people laugh so they feel happy, motivated, and excited to work out. She uses a wide variety of genres to guide her participants through the high intensity cardio and resistance during her classes. She may even throw in a weight track to make sure they're paying attention. 

When she's not teaching, she's managing the marketing campaigns for multi-billion dollar homebuilders in the US and Canada, designing home decor for her small business, or entertaining her husband and two kids. She can't wait to cycle with you and help you reach your fitness goals!

Summer - Stretch/Balance, Spin & Barbells

Summer was born with a love of fitness. At an early age she participated in tap, ballet, gymnastics, soccer and Tai Kwon Do. In Junior and Senior High School, she was on the cheerleading squad and was nominated as Captain by her coach and peers. 

Summer received her first group fitness certification in 2006 for Spin. Les Mills classes Body Balance (2006),  Body Pump (2007), and Body Combat (2015)  were earned, and she is also an assessor for Body Pump and Combat. In addition, she earned a certification from AFAA for Personal Trainer (2007) and a MMA Conditioning Specialist certification from AFAA as well. 

Summer’s coaching philosophy is based on the belief that a healthy lifestyle requires a holistic approach. She wants every participant to leave feeling a little better about themselves than they did when they started. In her spare time, she loves to travel with her husband, scuba dive, cook, read, and live life to its’ fullest.

Summer Stoudt

Owner / Summer HEAT

AFAA Personal Trainer

US Les Mills Assessor

Davina - ZUMBA Queen 2

Ms. Davina Wright is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiological Sciences. Davina has spent her lifetime dancing, performing, and training professionally to include performances with Debbie Allen at the Kennedy Center, training and performing under Arthur Mitchell at the Dance Theater of Harlem in New York, and working with numerous, well-known choreographers in Los Angeles, California. After graduating, Davina spent time working as a physical therapy technician at the National Rehabilitation Center in DC and a personal trainer. 

With Davina’s love of dance and educational background in body movement and exercise science, she became a certified Zumba instructor to continue living out her passion. Davina is so excited to share her love of dance and have lots of fun in Zumba! 

Bethany - Cardio Blast

Hi, I’m Bethany!  I’m a NASM certified Group Fitness Instructor who has a passion for all things fitness, health, and selfcare.  My fitness journey began early in life, with participation in several organized sports, to include basketball, soccer, and track.  I also enjoy running, with a particular knack for long distance running, having completed a total of 3 half marathons and 1 full marathon. 

I’ve had the pleasure of teaching cardio and strength-based classes to people of various fitness levels, and I really enjoy motivating others to take control of how they show up in this world by helping them become the best versions of themselves.  Whether you consider yourself a seasoned gym-goer or a rookie, my classes will be sure to challenge, inspire, and change you from the inside out (que the Rocky soundtrack!).  I am honored to be part of a community of rock-stars, and I look forward to seeing you in class!

Melinda Danhauser of Zentral Station YOGA

A former math teacher, in 2014 I started my journey in yoga as a way to improve my strength, flexibility, and balance for competitive figure skating. Although I expected the physical challenge of yoga, I unexpectedly discovered the emotionally healing nature in my very first practice.  Yoga became such a therapeutic and uplifting part of my life that I chose to continue with it after I stopped skating.   

In 2021, being an educator at heart and wanting to share the positive effects of yoga with others, I completed my RYT 200 to become a certified yoga instructor.  Since then I have completed certifications in Restorative Yoga and Mindfulness.

My husband and I moved to Maryland from California in 2022, and have settled in Waldorf.  When I’m not practicing yoga, I like to paint, read, and go for nature walks.  I am so excited to be part of the local yoga community and Zentral Station.  

Brandi Phillips 

My fitness journey began about 7 years ago when I stepped in to “SIB” for a Saturday Bootcamp class. With encouragement from my SIB friends and self determination, I continued to increase my frequency at the gym and quickly grew to love not only the physical changes I was seeing but also the mental and emotional changes I was feeling.  In early 2023 I embarked on a new path to further my passion for fitness and became a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer.  I am now fortunate enough to lead the “Always for Time” class on Wednesday evenings (5:30pm) or as needed for other classes at Equillibrium. 

Bethany - Cardio Blast

Hi, I’m Bethany!  I’m a NASM certified Group Fitness Instructor who has a passion for all things fitness, health, and selfcare.  My fitness journey began early in life, with participation in several organized sports, to include basketball, soccer, and track.  I also enjoy running, with a particular knack for long distance running, having completed a total of 3 half marathons and 1 full marathon. 

I’ve had the pleasure of teaching cardio and strength-based classes to people of various fitness levels, and I really enjoy motivating others to take control of how they show up in this world by helping them become the best versions of themselves.  Whether you consider yourself a seasoned gym-goer or a rookie, my classes will be sure to challenge, inspire, and change you from the inside out (que the Rocky soundtrack!).  I am honored to be part of a community of rock-stars, and I look forward to seeing you in class!

Syreeta aka Ree 

Syreeta aka Ree is a dance fitness instructor certified in both MixxedFit and Zumba. She has been instructing since 2019 in the Southern Maryland Area. Her love for dance fitness began in 2017 while attending a Zumba class. Her life was never the same! In 2020 when the pandemic hit, dancing outside was the new thing. 

This is where she found her love for the MixxedFit format and would then become certified that same year. From there, she began her company ITTG_DanZe where she is the focal point of all things dance fitness. 

She has participated in several Master classes throughout the DMV area and continues to bring people together through dance. While participating in workshops, community events, and fundraisers, dance fitness has helped her motivate family and friends to get moving! If she is not dancing with her dolls(what she calls her students), she is being a lovely wife and supermom to 3 beautiful young men ages 20,13 and 9.

@ittg_danze

D-Train

"Hi there! I'm D’AnTray but I go by D or D-Train! I’m a  fitness enthusiast. I have a passion for helping others achieve their health and fitness goals through personalized programs and coaching. My approach to fitness emphasizes a balance between strength, endurance, mobility, and flexibility, and I believe that fitness should be enjoyable and sustainable.

Whether you're looking to build muscle, lose weight, or improve your overall fitness level, I can customize a program that fits your needs and goals.

My philosophy is centered around the idea that fitness is not just about the physical benefits, but also about the mental and emotional benefits. Exercise can be a powerful tool for reducing stress, improving mood, and boosting confidence. That's why I prioritize creating a supportive and positive environment for my clients, and always aim to inspire and motivate them to reach their full potential.

If you're ready to take your fitness journey to the next level, Let me help you Trust Ya Process and support you every step of the way. Let's work together to achieve your best self!" 

Brittani - MixxedFit

Brittani found her love of dance fitness in 2009 when she took her first Zumba class. It took 8 years before she decided to become an instructor and began teaching her own classes. In 2020, she found MixxedFit and fell in love all over again. Though the two formats are completely different, they both hold a special place in her heart. 

For those who have never heard of MixxedFit, MixxedFit is a people-inspired fitness program that combines explosive dance movements with bodyweight toning. The energy is amazing! You get a great workout AND you get to dance to some of the your favorite radio hits! Come take a MixxedFit class with Brittani and see for yourself.