Teaming Up for Vitality
The philosophy of the Studios is to provide the best possible training experience for each and every
client, to help them achieve their goals, and to significantly and effectively improve their quality of life. We offer private, semi-private or group sessions with our team of professionals to build a program that’s right for your specific needs.
We have combined the talents of our carefully selected trainers and instructors in a very unique manner. Having the option to cross over all of the varied fitness and wellness approaches in-house, our team is available to share their knowledge with each other to address the complete fitness needs of each client. With the added availability of our vast network of specialists, clients receive a diverse combination of quality treatments.
Specialized Personal Training
Our trainers are dedicated to providing exceptional training to each and every client. We design unique fitness programs for every client based on their individual needs.
As professionals, we stay well-educated and updated on the latest in health and fitness innovations and techniques, which enable us to provide safe and inventive workouts for our clients. Each of our trainers and instructors pursues a progressive curriculum of continuing education to stay on the cutting edge of fitness approaches and techniques.
Our team is driven by deep knowledge of human physiology and bio mechanics. We’ve earned a variety
of advanced academic degrees, and are certified by elite institutions including American Council on
Exercise, National Academy of Sports Medicine, and American College of Sports Medicine. We all benefit
from the opportunity to consult with the rest of the staff to optimize the progress of our clients.
Specialized fitness training is what we love to do. Helping people change their lives in positive ways is
our absolute priority.
Eddie Spencer, Founder and Senior Personal Trainer
Eddie Spencer has been helping people reach their goals for more than thirty years. A seasoned
professional, he has provided direction, support and motivation to a wide variety of clientele. His ability
to evaluate client needs and build on their strong points is an area where he excels.
As senior trainer for a local fitness facility for nearly ten years, Eddie developed many unique approaches toward fitness training. Beyond standard strength and cardiovascular conditioning techniques, some of his specialties include postural realignment, post-rehab strengthening, functional muscular re-education, as well as specific training for seniors and fellow baby-boomers.
Eddie has a long history of clients of all ages ranging from teen athletes pursuing sports scholarships all the way to retirees wanting more out of their later years. He brings just the right mix of academic knowledge, in depth experience and a respected instinct for the workings of the human body.
In addition to helping those new to exercise, the training style Eddie has developed is designed to assist those who need or want to reach new levels of achievement, especially effective for those who are looking for ways to break through barriers in their present exercise regimen.
Injury prevention is one of Eddie’s highest priorities. Through close attention to proper exercise form and execution, his clients learn not only how to perform the exercises correctly but why. Postural realignment and core strengthening are major components of his work. Re-educating the body to establish movement patterns that effectively translate to everyday life is a large benefit of the approach he takes.
Acquainted with many of the trends in nutrition, Eddie combines scientific research with practical experience
to provide a nutritional approach to fit your preferences and lifestyle. Many of his clients have made notable progress with their quest for weight control by combining his nutritional counseling with
the exercise and fitness programs he designs.
Initially certified by the American Council on Exercise nearly twelve years ago, Eddie has extended
his knowledge with a broad spectrum of continuing education that, when combined, provides strong support
for the obvious talents he displays. His degrees in Physics and Engineering provide basis for
biomechanical evaluation and exercise program development. Sharing his knowledge and presenting it
in an understandable way is something he does best.
“Life is about opportunity. Every day, every session, every person presents an opportunity for progress and
growth. I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to stimulate, motivate and facilitate this process.
Providing a means to achieve whatever goals and ambitions may have been set, striving for levels of
achievement yet unconsidered, and instilling the confidence to do so, is my personal commitment to all
those with whom I have the opportunity to share my knowledge and experience.”
Monica Escudero, Certified Personal Trainer
Monica has been working in the health/medical and fitness fields for the past 16 years. She has aBachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science and is certified by the American College of Sports
Medicine (ACSM) as a Health Fitness Instructor. Monica is a certified Trainer of Special Populations (NASM)
and is a Licensed Corporate Wellness Coach (Wellcoaches/ACSM).
Monica’s specialties include mind-body connection through movement, improvements in posture, weight
loss, strength, balance, and sport-specific training.
Monica’s style of instruction combines traditional methods of personal training with elements from yoga,
muscle balance, and creative specialized techniques. Her functional training talents have been fine tuned
with advanced coursework on state of the art equipment, which not only provides enhancement to
sports specific movements such as golf and tennis, but also translates to movements in everyday life. As an
avid cyclist, Monica also provides personal insight and expertise in developing training programs for all
who enjoy the open road.
“Helping others become healthier and more active is my passion. With my experience as a former physical
therapist aide, athletic trainer, years of experience in personal training, and my love for health and
sports, I am able to help a wide range of people including those recovering from injuries, those new to
exercise, athletes, and more. With the proper guidance, most everyone can be pain free and
physically fit. I can help guide you there!"
Clark Carabelas, Certified Personal Trainer
Clark Carabelas is a Certified Personal Trainer with The National Academy of Sports Medicine. He has a B.A.
in Psychology and completed two years of graduate studies in Physical Therapy. Clark’s extensive background includes more than 12 years in orthopedics and geriatrics, and the past 6 years as a Performance Trainer and a Nutrition / Lifestyle Consultant. He has completed advanced studies in scientific Back, Core, and Specialized Sports Conditioning subjects, including golf, motocross, tennis and horseback riding. Clark has presented as guest speaker at numerous business meetings and healthcare seminars. He holds on-going education as a high priority and continues to broaden his education and experience by researching the latest findings in exercise and rehab techniques. His experience extends to all ages and lifestyles, from the sedentary to the elite athlete. Complex medical histories are a specialty of his, as are post injury rehab and re-injury prevention. He enjoys working with individuals wanting to enhance their athletic performance and/or quality of life.
Clark’s passion and dedication to his profession help provide the education and skills to empower his
clients to have a healthier, more exciting lifestyle.
“My training method is based first on improving flexibility, postural alignment and control, neuromuscular efficiency, balance, and coordination. In turn, this prepares the body for further spinal stabilization with the use of core and back conditioning. Then, I use functional movement patterns and a proprioceptively enriched environment to improve my client’s bodily stabilization and quality of movement. With specific exercises for different goals, I optimize their performance.
Techniques I use include self myofacial release, several forms of specialized stretching, Yoga, Pilates, Egoscue, and functional integrated training, to name a few. I add cardiovascular, strength, and endurance programs as well as nutritional counseling for those who are motivated toward weight management for health or image reasons. My wide breath of knowledge and experience affords me the ability to individualize a program for each person. There is nothing more gratifying than making a difference in
someone’s life.”
YOGA
Jane Freedman, Yoga Instructor
Jane is a dedicated student and teacher of Iyengar yoga and has been committed to her practice for 15 years. Aside from her daughter, it is the most profound relationship she has ever known.
She has eternal gratitude toward her patient teacher of nine years, Senior Iyengar Master, Kofi Busia. Jane
is currently enrolled in his teacher training course. Jane’s gift for teaching combines the wisdom of her
own practice with a B.S. degree in Biology and a massage certificate from the Cypress Institute of
Santa Cruz.
“As a teacher, I find it an honor to share the many gifts yoga has to offer. To experience the visceral inner freedom that proper structural alignment reveals is a gift. To feel emotionally present and mindfully
aware when faced with life’s stressful challenges is a gift. I approach yoga from the Iyengar tradition and
from my own experience. I hope to empower my students with this knowledge.”
Iyengar Yoga was developed by the now 87-year old B.K.S. Iyengar, one of the premier yogis responsible
for introducing yoga to the west. B.K.S. Iyengar’s mastered and synthesized over 200 classical yoga asanas (postures). Iyengar Yoga focuses on correct body alignment and anatomical development, proper sequencing, use of props and pranayama (breath) to nurture greater concentration, strength, stamina, mental health and physical flexibility as well as overall balance and inner harmony. The powerful cumulative effects achieved from Iyengar Yoga are used to treat many ailments and is impressively healing!
Kym House, Yoga Instructor
Kym is a Kripalu certified yoga instructor with a B.A. in dance. She began studying yoga in 1986 as part of
her dance training and has been teaching since 1999. As a result of a skiing injury, her dedication to
practice intensified and the incredible healing power of Viniyoga was revealed. Kym has explored various
styles including; Ashtanga Vinyasa, Tantra and Anusara. Currently, she is completing a 500 hour
advanced training in the Viniyoga tradition with the American Viniyoga Institute and Gary and Mirka
Kraftsow.
Evolved from the teachings of T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar, Viniyoga applies yogic practices to
the specific needs of an individual or group. Classes are as challenging and fun as you would like to make
them; adaptations, props and individual needs are explored. Breath and origin of movement combined with
elegant sequencing support the primary functions of practice. Spinal health and universal alignment
principles being some key elements
“I believe in teaching people how to do yoga, the philosophy and science, as well as guiding them
through the postures safely. My love of dance and movement has developed my kinesthetic sense. I teach students how to do the postures properly and safely. The integration of meditation, pranayama, yogic philosophy as well as visual imagery within the physical practice creates a full experience.”
Viniyoga sequences coordinate breath with repetition in and out of postures as well as holding of traditional poses. The result is sequences that can bring balance and vitality, ease stress of chronic tension and correct movement patterns. You will learn adaptations for your structure and the fundamentals of this powerful practice. Both therapeutic and challenging, classes are lead with a light hearted spirit and are suitable for beginners to intermediate yogis of all shapes, ages and fitness levels.
Christine Hernandez
A devoted student and teacher, Christine is trained by Rama Berch, the founder of Svaroopa Yoga. She has completed over 200 hours of training and 100 hours of Embodyment Yoga Therapy. Registered through Yoga Alliance, Christine is committed to Yoga as a way of life. Svaroopa incorporates emphasis on alignment using poses to reach the core through the joints of the body to the spine. Strength and flexibility are created by
releasing the muscles that attach to the spine with focus on release rather than stretching.
Teen Yoga and Yoga for Kids
Kristen Swegles
Kristen began practicing Yoga as a child and pursued formal study in high school where she studied Iyengar Yoga. During college she participated in an Ashtanga Warrior Yoga program, and led Yoga for the Art of Living Foundation’s meditation course. In October of 2005, Kristen completed certification to teach Yoga for Kids of all ages through Pamela Hollander, Indigo Yoga for Kids, which included psychology and creative dance. Kristin is
passionate about creative self expression, finding focus and self knowledge through the practice of Yoga
and the art of meditation, and enjoys sharing her knowledge with children.
Pilates
Judy Scarabello
Veteran instructor and trainer with more than 25 years experience. She is certified as an advanced Yoga instructor with YogaFit as well as Pilates Mat thru PowerHouse Pilates. She is also certified as a Group Exercise Instructor and a Personal Trainer thru the American Council on Exercise. She has been teaching Pilates Mat for more than a decade and brings a dedicated, up-lifted spirit to her classes.
Margaret Campodonico – A Certified Fitness Specialist, Margaret has developed her fitness career over 20
years, teaching a variety of modalities including Cardiac Rehabilitation, Strength Training as well as
classes for seniors and youth. She holds a diverse mix of certifications including Group Fitness
Instructor and Personal Trainer from ACE, 200-hour certification from Yoga Alliance and SCW in Pilates
Mat/Small Apparatus. Margaret enjoys sharing her passion for fitness with her students and brings great
energy to all she does.
Tai Chi and Qigong
Susan Raay
Certified as a T’ai Chi Chih instructor in 1984, Susan has relied on TCC to facilitate her healing energies as a massage therapist. Susan teaches from the heart, with much joy and support.
Marcy Reynolds
A longtime student of holistic health, Marcy has taught yoga, nutrition and western herbalism. Chronic fatigue led her to the self-healing practice of Qigong which has been instrumental in her recovery and continues to bring
depth, peace and healing to her live and the lives of her students. This year Marcy is celebrating ten
years of teaching Qigong in CA.
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