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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Our Teachers & Trainers Are Committed to Making You
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NICOLE NATHAN
FOUNDER & OWNER 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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BRIANNA PAINE
Specialties: ZUMBA™, Barre, Step Aerobics & Dance Since 4 years old, Brianna has had an intense passion for dance, something that always brought immeasurable joy to her life. She first received her Zumba certification as a way to embark on her fitness instruction path and has since received a certification for Barre and earned her Dance Teacher certification from Dance Teacher Web. "My greatest goal is to be the best possible role model to my daughter - show her to live life happily, be active, and to have fun and enjoy it!" Aside from her day job and working at the studio, Brianna also enjoys cooking, camping, playing cards/games and gardening. |
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JOY BAKKEN
Specialties: TurboKick™ , Interval Training, Core Conditioning & 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 an instructor position! Since then, she has worked to gain further training and knowledge in group fitness, dance and continues to stretch herself for further education. 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 & Body Toning After several years in the medical field, Andrea decided it was time for something new and embarked on a journey to obtain her Barre Above certification and join the HFF team. Her goal has always been to help people improve their overall health and this way she can challenge them to increase their physical fitness, also! 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 Jodi joined our fitness team in September of 2017 after many years working at the YMCA of Madison! She holds a degree in Health Promotion from University of Wisconsin - Steven's Point and is originally from the Madison area. She has taught group fitness classes and offered personal training since 1998 and loves what she does to help people stay active and healthy! She currently works full time at the Hayward Senior Resource Center and has two beautiful children who are equally as active as Mom! 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, Golf 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! |
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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 for both the 200 and 500 hour levels. New to the Hayward area, 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 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. As you'll see, Amy is all about fun & high energy - you'll keep coming back for more of her infectious personality! |
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ANN STRAUB
Specialties : SHiNE DANCE FITNESS™, Strongfirst© Kettlebell & Z-Health© Ann’s personal training and group fitness career started with teaching Strongfirst kettlebell methods in 2017. During her certification process, Ann was also introduced to Z-Health and decided it would be a perfect addition to her fitness regimen and really wanted to share it's benefits for athletes. Eventually a love for dancing led Ann to add SHiNE to her resume in 2020. “I love how SHiNE encourages you to be your authentic self and let loose on the dance floor!” Ann, her husband & son are newbies to the Hayward area but have fallen in love with it's community feel. In her spare time, she loves walking, hiking, gardening and making awesome coffee drinks! DANIELLE MCGARTHWIATE
Specialties: Yoga & Yoga Nidra Bio Coming Soon! |
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MICHELLE WALKER
Specialties : Yoga My husband Wayne and I moved to Hayward in 2021. We are retired and love the life we are creating here! Hayward Fitness Fanatics has been a positive place for me to enjoy and share my love for yoga. I am a former high school teacher in Ontario and I have taught yoga in the Twin Cities for 10+ years. I have Honors Physical Education/Biomechanics degrees from the University of Western Ontario. My yoga teacher training is through Corepower Yoga. I am passionate about utilizing your breath to find meditation through movement. I believe in taking what speaks to you when you are on your mat and letting go of what does not serve you. Your practice is your journey. I hope to guide you to learn more about yoga and yourself! |
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SARA HANSEN
Specialties : Yoga Hi I'm Sara, I was born and raised in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. I completed my 200-hour Vinyasa, Hatha, Bhakti, and Yin training with Suan Sati Yoga Retreat in Chiang Mai Thailand in June 2019. I have been teaching kids and adult yoga classes (private studio, YMCA, Arts For Kids Daycare) since October 2019 upon returning from my travels abroad, and I am honored to be teaching still. I will always be a student of the practice and am deeply grateful for the loving wisdom my teachers have shared with me. My style is non-judgemental, with a compassion-centered philosophy. I always look to encourage growth of the physical and energetic self, and self-empowerment to discover what will best nurture your unique needs in the moment. In my classes, I love to combine creative sequencing, a spirit of playfulness, and a dose of inspiration to help you deepen your practice and open your heart. I seek to help others thrive in life by nurturing body, mind, and soul with yoga. My hope is that you step off the mat feeling refreshed, nourished, and balanced." |
