Work with our nationally-certified personal trainers to create workouts that are precisely calibrated to your goals. As you work with our trainers, your program will consistently update in order to achieve the results you want and unlock the maximum benefit for your body.
Your JCC personal trainer will:
- Develop effective and time efficient workouts customized to fit your goals
Routinely change your program to help you achieve the maximum fitness benefit. - Ensure that you’re using safe and proper exercise technique.
Meet Our Personal Trainers
JCC Personal Trainers are nationally certified professionals who will custom design a program that works with your lifestyle and interests. Our fitness experts can instill a sense of confidence and positively impact your workouts. We have many private training rooms where you can workout in confidence alone with just you and your trainer. Our Personal Trainers can be reached at training@columbusjcc.org or by contacting Carlie Snyder at csnyder@columbusjcc.org
Carlie Snyder
Fitness Director
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Carlie started her fitness career in 2006 as trainer and group fitness instructor at the OSU RPAC while in college. Post-graduation she worked at a Medical Fitness Center in Cincinnati before moving back to Columbus to work at the JCC in 2012. She works with a variety of clientele from the elite high school/college athlete to the severely obese to those with chronic health conditions. Carlie enjoys working with diverse clientele and staying on the forefront of the trends of the fitness industry.
BS in Nutrition, AFAA Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor, Bender Mat and Reformer Certified
Brent Johnson
Personal Trainer
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Brent is a Bexley High School alum who excelled in football, basketball, and track. Brent was an All-State football player and was recognized as “Back of the Year” in Ohio during his senior season. Brent continued his playing career at The Ohio State University as a defensive linebacker and a four year varsity letterman. Brent has been a personal trainer since 1998. Brent has also served as a high school and youth football coach throughout central Ohio and has helped countless young athletes improve their athletic ability and agility skills. He specializes in working with individuals and small groups to help them reach their personal fitness goals and keep them motivated.
BS in Sociology and ISSA Personal Trainer
Michael Donham
Personal Trainer
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Mike has been training since 1992. He specializes in post physical therapy rehab and senior fitness and training. Along with his formal education, he has a vast knowledge and experience in the industry which has helped make him an expert in the field. Mike enjoys cheering on his Buckeyes and fishing in his free time.
BS in Health and Physical Education, ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Dana miklos
Personal Trainer
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Dana Miklos has been teaching group fitness classes for 10 years and started at the JCC in 2014. She is trained in Les Mills Bodypump, Les Mills GRIT, TRX training and Personal Training.
In her free time, Dana enjoys: cycling, boxing, rock climbing, and coaching her daughter’s softball and soccer teams. Her time outside of the gym is dedicated to her family and her garden. She also likes exploring new trails and camping. Dana is happy when she is moving and sharing her love for fitness with others. She looks forward to seeing you in class or on the rig for a training session!
- Certified ACE Personal Trainer
- Certified TRX Instructor
- Certified Precor Queenax Foundations Instructor
- Certified American Red Cross First Aid and AED
Specialties
- General Fitness
- Functional Fitness
- Sports Conditioning
- High Intensity Interval Training
- Weight loss
Kelley Morris
Pilates Instructor
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Kelley is a passionate fitness professional that started her career in 2007. Her goal is to help clients create a program that is sustainable and fulfilling, whether that’s through a combination of yoga, strength training, cardio, or whatever’s calling to them on any given day. She specializes in clientele new to working out or hesitant to start a program. Kelley’s mission is to help people feel strong, healthy, confident, and most of all, happy. In her spare time, Kelley loves to travel with her husband of 30 years, spending time with her granddaughters, playing with her pups, and gardening.
- B.S. Marketing
NASM Personal Training YogaFit 200-hour certified- Balanced Body Reformer Level 1
Group Exercise Certifications: YogaFit Mat Pilates, YogaFit 200-hour, Silver Sneakers, LaBlast, Zumba Strong
Joyce Patrone
Pilates Instructor
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Joyce began teaching Pilates and Zumba in 2012. She has taught mat and Reformer Pilates throughout Columbus, including Ohio State. Joyce meets clients at their level in order to formulate a plan to achieve their goals. She teaches efficient movement techniques that clients can apply throughout their lives. Joyce pushes people outside their comfort zone to maximize strength and flexibility.
BS in Communication, Zumba Certified
Remy Orlins
Personal Trainer
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Remy completed her undergraduate at Ohio State University, followed by receiving her masters in Occupational Therapy at Washington University in St. Louis. She returned home to Columbus in 2015 to work as an occupational therapist, specializing in older adults, neurological conditions, and children with autism. Remy enjoys using this experience and knowledge, along with her love of fitness to create a safe and effective workout during each personal training session. Remy is passionate in helping clientele that may have limitations due to neurological conditions and aging integrate exercise into their lives to promote independence and wellness.
MA in Occupational Therapy
NASM Personal Trainer
Lorrie Valinsky
Health & Nutrition Coach
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Lorrie began her career in health and wellness as an audiologist, serving as Director if Audiology at Columbus Speech and Hearing Center for nearly 10 years before leaving to raise her daughter. Her personal health journey led her to studying nutrition and seeking holistic health solutions. As a Nutrition Health Coach she offers clients tools, guidance, support and accountability in helping them reach their health and wellness goals through nutrition and lifestyle changes. Her expertise is in the area of weight loss and overall wellness. Lorrie is dedicated to leading her clients toward reaching their health and wellness goals; she is passionate about helping others be and feel their best!
BA Speech Pathology and Audiology, MA Audiology, Certified as Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
Beth McCullough
Assistant Fitness Director
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Beth started in fitness as a Yoga Instructor. Her focuses in Personal Training are correct form and technique, allowing her clients to get the most benefit from their workouts without injuring themselves. Beth specializes in helping clients to rehab after injuries or surgery, particularly knees, hips and shoulders.
BA in Biology, ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Chelsea Ramsey
Personal Trainer
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Chelsea is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer who’s been training personal clients and conducting small group classes at the JCC for over a year. She played rugby in college and is an avid obstacle course racer and Krav Maga practitioner. She works with a variety of clientele from high school athletes to individuals with chronic illness.
BA in International Studies and English, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, Krav Level 2 Certificate
Nick Felhaber
Basketball Skills Trainer and Personal Trainer
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Nick has been coaching basketball since he graduated from Ohio Wesleyan in 2015, and has been a NCSF Certified Personal Trainer since August 2019. He is currently an Assistant Men’s Basketball and Strength and Conditioning Coach at Capital University. Nick has worked with players of all ages, from youth to collegiate level players, and is passionate about guiding players through the skill and physical development process and helping them reach their potential.
BA in Management Economics, MA in Athletic Coaching Education
Nick Schultz
Personal Trainer
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Nick is a graduate of The Ohio State University with a Bachelors of Science in Sport Management. He has dedicated his entire life to sports and all the training that comes with it. His training experience ranges from all corners of the sports world including baseball, basketball, football, soccer, muay thai kickboxing, etc. Nick enjoys training youth and anyone that needs a good workout with a super positive person!
BS in Sports Management, ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, Precision Nutrition Level 1
Luke Zastrow
Personal Trainer
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Luke graduated from The University of Toledo with a Bachelors in Exercise Science in 2016 followed by a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2019. After attending university, he completed a physical therapy residency at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center and later became a certified orthopedic specialist. These experiences have given Luke an exceptional understanding of exercise and fitness which he enjoys applying during his personal training sessions. Luke puts a strong focus on correct exercise technique and is passionate about facilitating improved wellbeing in all of his clients.
BS in Exercise Science, Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Rachel Ryan
Personal Trainer
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Rachel has been training since 2020. She teaches group classes such as TRX, bootcamp, barre, cardio, strength,and cycle at OSU. She is currently in the process of obtaining her B.S in Public Health and a minor in American Sign Language at The Ohio State University. When Rachel is not training, she is continuing her decades long passion of Irish dancing which got her into the fitness field. During her competitive career she trained with Riverdance and was regionally ranked and nationally qualified.
BS in Public Health
Minor in American Sign Language (in progress)
NASM Personal Trainer
AFAA Group Exercise Instructor
Cycling Fusion Cycling Instructor
Mason Dorrian
Personal Trainer
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Mason first started training at the Ohio State University. Although he specializes in teaching the ins and outs of weight lifting, Mason is most passionate about interpersonal connection and bringing the best out of everyone he trains. Since getting started in 2021, Mason has created and/or led small group classes such as Weightlifting Foundations, Progressive Overload Training, Bodybuilding Foundations, and BuckeyePT Prep in addition to helping 1 on 1 clients reach their fitness goals. Mason is a graduate of ‘23 Ohio State and ‘19 Bexley High School. Apart from resistance training, Mason enjoys soccer, yoga, vinyl records, and thrifting vintage clothing.
BS in Accounting
ACE Personal Trainer