MEET SOME FANATICS
"I started my journey with personal training two days a week. They helped me build the confidence and strength that I desperately needed. I now have the self esteem to walk into any class and crush it! All of the instructors provide a welcoming/no judgement environment. HFF is the perfect place to start your healthy life journey!!"
-Jordan B.
-Jordan B.
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The great people we get to work with!
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NICOLE NATHAN
Specialties: Yoga, Group Fitness & Dance Nicole graduated from the University of Saint Thomas with Bachelor’s Degrees in both Health Promotion and Physical Education. Over the course of her career, she has earned her personal trainer certification from the American College of Sports Medicine, yoga training from CorePower Yoga & Devanadi School of Yoga & Wellness, Dance Teacher certification through Dance Teacher Web affiliated with UNLV and a SHiNE DANCE FITNESS™ along with several other trainings & certifications along the way. Owning and operating Hayward Fitness Fanatics & Dance Experience, has been Nicole's most gratifying achievement. She feels that being able offer her professional skills and her passion for life to the community she adores is both rewarding and humbling. She is driven to create and offer the best experience for people of all ages, levels and interests so that healthier living can be possible for all involved! |
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JOY BAKKEN
Specialties: TurboKick™ , Yoga, & Dance Originally from Manitowoc, Joy moved to the area for a job with the Hayward School District. Prior to her move, she frequented a local gym where she took classes and fell in love with group fitness. TurboKick drew her to become a certified instructor of the Beach Body fitness methods. Upon arriving in Hayward, it was her husband, Jonathan, who first entered the doors of HFF to inquire about Joy's fitness business! Since then, she has worked to gain further training and knowledge in yoga, fitness, dance and continues to stretch herself for more ways to integrate her talents into the community! When she's not at the studio, you may catch her out and about with her adorable daughters Rose & Ava or whipping up a new dish in her kitchen to entertain friends & family! |
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ANDREA YANCEY
Specialties: Barre & Yoga After several years in the medical field, Andrea decided it was time for something new and embarked on a journey to start a wellness business and obtain her Barre Above and Yoga Teacher Training Certifications! Her goal has always been to help people improve their overall health and this way she can challenge them to increase their physical wellbeing! She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and a Master of Science which makes her an excellent mentor and teacher and her no-holds-barred attitude makes her a motivating leader in her classes! In her spare time, she loves to be outside skiing, biking, running, and just having fun with her daughter, husband, and their dogs. |
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JODI OLNEY
Specialties: Group Fitness & Personal Training After many years working at the YMCA of Madison, Jodi and her family moved to the Hayward area where she now works full time at the Hayward Senior Resource Center and offers both group fitness and personal training services with HFF! She holds a degree in Health Promotion from University of Wisconsin - Steven's Point and has trained clients since 1998! She loves what she does to help people stay active and healthy! Outside of her work, Jodi is an avid runner and loves to be doing anything with her family! |
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DAN ANDERSEN
Specialties : CPR/AED & BLS Master Trainer, Corrective Exercise, Group Fitness, Weight Loss, Personal Training, Silver Sneakers & Much More! Daniel holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology – movement studies from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire and has a background in Sports Management from the University of Wisconsin - Parkside. He also holds certification for Silver Sneakers and is a NASM certified Corrective Exercise Specialist. He played many sports through his high school and college careers including basketball, baseball, cross country, and rugby. His background from being in sports and the military as a light infantryman has taught him what the human body is capable of. He specializes in weight loss, strength/conditioning, and correcting biomechanical deficiencies so clients can vivaciously live their best lives. Daniel believes that exercise doesn’t have to be a daunting task, so he prides himself on making training sessions fun, yet challenging, educational, and most importantly effective! When Dan isnt working, which is rare, he's making the most of life with his wife, Hayley, and daughter Ellory! |
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KIMBERLY KAYLER
Specialties: Yoga, Pilates, Barre A former marathon runner, Kimberly was drawn to yoga as a complimentary workout on her off days. She soon discovered that yoga wasn’t simply a way to work her body, but to heal her mind and soul. Although she gravitates to teaching deep stretch, yoga-pilates fusion and restorative classes, she also is certified to teach barre, pilates, TRX and iRest meditation. In addition to earning her 200 and 500 hour status through Yoga Alliance, Kimberly continues to share her passion for yoga through her certified yoga teacher training school called Find Your Edge Yoga, LLC for both the 200 and 500 hour level courses! Kimberly and her husband Jake live on Callahan Lake and love to ski, snowshoe, paddle board and hike! |
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AMY HUANG
Specialties : Group Fitness, Senior Fitness, Boot Camp, HIIT & More! Amy was born and raised in Taiwan, then moved to the US in 2007 where she lived and worked as a fitness instructor in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 2021, she and her husband moved to Cable, WI as the full-time residents. Amy found her passion for fitness when she moved to US and attended her 1st BodyPump Group Fitness Class at the YMCA. Those group classes become her outlet for stress caused by school and daily life. She then decided to obtain her certification and become a group fitness leader in 2012. Amy is especially passionate about coaching correct form for weightlifting and she loves teaching senior fitness. Amy is all about fun & high energy - you'll love working with her! |
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DANIELLE MCGARTHWIATE
Specialties: Yin, Restorative and Gentle Yoga, Yoga Nidra & Thai Bodywork Danielle is passionate about creating a serene and welcoming environment for clients to experience profound relaxation and rejuvenation through a blend of mindful movement and therapeutic touch. Danielle owns Birdsong Wellness, LLC and is an expert in Restorative, Nidra, Yin, and Gentle Yoga, as well as Thai Bodywork. She's Dedicated to fostering holistic well-being by seamlessly integrating meditative yoga practices with the healing benefits of Thai Bodywork. Her trainings include Yoga Teacher training, Thai Bodywork training and Reiki Level 2 with Devanadi School of Yoga & Wellness, Restorative Yoga Teacher Training with Judith Hanson Lasater, Transformational Sleep Yoga Nidra Teacher Training and Tok Sen through Boonthumme Thai Massage School in Chiang Mai, Thailand as well as an additional 200-hour with Find Your Edge Yoga! |
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KRISTIN SMITH
Specialties: Pilates, Strength Training, Boot Camp Movement educator and certified fitness instructor Kristin Smith brings more than 30 years of fitness experience to her clientele! Her wide-ranging experience includes sport-specific training, strength and functional movement at any age, balance, and core strengthening along with Stott Pilates certification. She enjoys all types of cycling, golf and skiing with her husband, Chris, and dog Devon. |
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MICHELLE WALKER
Specialties : Yoga Michelle and her husband Wayne moved to Hayward in 2021. After teaching P.E. at a high school in Ontario, she later taught yoga in the Twin Cities for 10+ years. With Honors Physical Education and Biomechanics degrees from the University of Western Ontario and CorePower Yoga certification, her expertise is perfect for all ages and ability levels. |
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APRIL RASMUSSEN
Specialties: Yoga April holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion and Wellness from the University of Stevens Point. She received her 200 - hour RYT certification from Find your Edge Yoga in April of 2023. "My goal is to make people feel good about themselves just as it does for me. I want to make people happy!" In her spare time she loves to be outside running, biking and just having fun with her two kids and husband, Will. |
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MICHELLE SIMONE
Specialties : Kundalini Yoga Michelle moved to Cable, WI 20 years ago and fell in love with the Northwoods. Michelle was drawn to yoga in the 1990's and has taken many yoga class and workshops over the years but found her home in Kundalini Yoga. In 2023 she completed her KRI level one teacher training at Cosmic Flow in San Diego California and loves to share her passion for this beautiful practice with the community. Her goal is to deliver a loving and healing experience to connect you with the divine within. In her spare time Michelle enjoys hiking, biking, snowshoeing, reading and spending time with friends and her dog, JoJo. |
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HAYLEY ANDERSEN
Hayley is the first face you'll often see at our front desk (oftentimes with their sweet daughter Ellory in tow!). Hayley offers her warm smile, encouraging demeanor and helpful knowledge of our studio operations to ensure each person feels special and welcome! Need any kind of assistance? Let Hayley help you and more than likely she'll make your day even better! |