I transitioned from dance to fitness instructing when I was still in high school, and I became certified to instruct fitness classes 20 years ago.  In 1997 I received my Bachelor of Management majoring in Marketing from the University of Lethbridge.  In the Fall of 1997, I moved with my husband to live in Japan where he played pro-hockey, and I began instructing fitness classes at a studio in the city where we lived. Twelve years later, and two daughters later, my husband retired from hockey and we became permanent residents of Lethbridge! Currently my certifications are CanFitPro Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer, CPR & AED, TRX certified with Fitness Anywhere, Benderball, & Wee Wigglers fitness for kids 4months to 3 years old. 

Group fitness instructing is something that I love to do, and I enjoy meeting all the people who come to my classes! I am currently instructing group fitness classes at the University of Lethbridge, and I am very excited now to be introducing the Wee Wigglers programs here at Ammena Dance Company!

I’m very passionate about the benefits of fitness for children, even at a young age. The early years are a critical period for healthy development, and the Wee Wigglers program has been created by experts in the fields of education and children’s fitness to provide a unique opportunity for children to engage in age appropriate exercises and movements that will enhance both physical and cognitive development.