Chris Plourde is a Los Angeles based personal fitness expert with over 15 years of experience. His clients range from competitive triathletes, cyclists and runners to general fitness enthusiasts, new moms and celebrities. In addition to his private clients, he runs a uniquely challenging, small group training camp which utilizes his fun, effective and safe training style. Chris also teaches Spinning and Yoga at www.RevolutionFitness.net in Santa Monica where his passion for coaching others to reach their fitness goals and beyond is apparent in the popularity of his classes. As an advisor with www.GetFitGoPlay.com , a non-profit organization, he is involved in helping high-school students achieve an understanding of how to lead a healthy, fun and adventurous lifestyle. Chris has... Read the profile >>
Teaching since 1999, Claudia Fucigna began her studies of yoga while receiving a BA from NYU. She went on to India to study and earn her certification from the Benares School of Yoga. While in India, she practiced Sri K Patthabhi Jois’ system of Ashtanga in Mysore and worked for a shelter home in New Delhi, India where she taught yoga to street children. In the US she continued her studies with Dharma Mittra, David Swenson, Richard Freeman, and Jivamukti, eventually leading to her certification through Sonic Yoga and Karma Kids Yoga in New York. She has brought the benefits of yoga to multiple settings from Equinox Gyms to studios in Tokyo, Japan, nationwide retreats, public schools, children with disabilities and shelter homes. She is honored to continue the tradition of inspiring... Read the profile >>
Burn 60
Actor, athlete, trainer and chef Cole Williams knows that pursuing multiple passions simultaneously requires discipline, fortitude and focus. He brings all these strengths plus his training to all of his Burn 60 classes in an effort to enrich as many lives as possible, one class at a time. A native Angeleno, Williams began training as an adolescent in response to bullying and "was hooked after the first session when I realized I could strengthen my body and mind simultaneously." As a result, Williams went on to earn certification in personal training from the National Association of Sports and Medicine (NASMA). An avid runner in addition to a working actor, Williams competes in 10K and half marathons and is currently training to compete in ultra marathons. He knows that "whether it’s... Read the profile >>
Corepower Yoga, Yoga Conservation Alliance
The idea of a flexible body and relaxed frame brought David to his first yoga class. While flexibility came and relaxation was inevitable, David attained more than he originally sought. The yoga mat became a parallel to life, learning to build strength over ego and a steady breath over a chattering mind. You will find his classes a creative challenge and a n opportunity to stay present one transition at a time. David remains a devout student and guide to the best teachers, yourself. While off the matt, David is outdoors, running, hiking, surfing, mountain biking, camping, breathing. The closer to nature, the better. David is founder of Yoga Conservation Alliance, a non-profit for wildlife conservation that is nature's restorative yoga. Read the profile >>
"I am passionate about health and wellness and feel yoga is one of the best ways to understand, respect, and take care of your body. I take great joy in seeing my students grow, and love hearing how their practice is positively affecting their bodies and their way of life. As an instructor, I am very committed to a safe, well-balanced practice that focuses primarily on the breath, proper alignment, and getting a good sweat. I want to share the peace, joy and health benefits I’ve gotten from yoga with everyone, and I love that anyone can do it at any age!" Gaia took her first yoga class in 2000 with Bryan Kest at Power Yoga in Santa Monica, California. By the end of Savasana, she knew that yoga was something she needed in her life. She bought a mat that very night and began taking... Read the profile >>
Bar Method Brentwood/West Los Angeles/West Hollywood
Tiffany Baldwin, a Master Bar Method instructor for seven years, has found a way to integrate her passion for health and fitness with her love for music and dance to help and inspire people in achieving their fitness goals. Originally from Philadelphia, PA, Tiffany received a B.A. in Psychology from UCLA, while pursuing her professional career in film/television and music. As a former dancer, cheerleader, and gymnast, Tiffany has been able to parlay her talents and experience into now what has become a lifestyle, creating balance between, not only the physical benefits of exercise, but also the mental and spiritual aspects. As a working singer/songwriter, musician and actress, Tiffany has found the importance in maintaining this balance on a daily basis in order to consistently evolve as... Read the profile >>
