Meet The Instructors

Tanya Parker

Tanya has been a Group Fitness Instructor for the last 10 years at Gold’s Gym.  Her expertise is in Power Pump/Interval training, but she also teaches Pilates and Spin.  Tanya’s classes are high intensity, fun and energetic.  She brings her love for fitness and dedication to a healthy lifestyle to each and every class.  Tanya understands that everyone works at a different fitness level and has different goals.  She will push you to work your hardest at your current level, and prepare you to take it to the next level.  Her goal is to give you a tough workout that challenges your muscles and your mind, and leaves you feeling inspired and motivated to come back.  Tanya has taken several certification/training workshops over the last 10 years through SCW Fitness Mania that focus on Power Pump, Pilates, Core Bar, Glides, BOSU, Bender Ball and Spin.  Plan to come to her class ready to be challenged and leave sore, wanting more.

Shannon Waller

My name is Shannon Waller, I am a wife and mother of 3 girls, 8, 6, and 4. I am certified in Power pump, Spin, Pilates, Body Jam as well as a certified CrossFit Trainer. I have enjoyed fitness for many years and cannot see my life without it. When I am teaching or training, I want you to enjoy it also! (Well you may hate it at the time but will love it later and want to come back.) Fitness must be a part of your life so you can enjoy life for many years to come.

Danielle Boles

Since 1998, Danielle has been actively involved in the health and fitness Industry.  As a child, Danielle grew up watching her mom exercise and practice yoga.  The love for fitness and yoga in particular slowly grew and Danielle started incorporating yoga into her sports training to increase her flexibility and overall performance. She soon discovered it would be so much more. Yoga taught her how to truly relax and find balance within herself. Yoga is not just a form of exercise, but a way of life. Yoga has been so beneficial in Danielle's life she decided she wanted to share it with others. She became a certified yoga instructor and began teaching in April of 2006 and absolutely loved it! She can’t wait to share yoga with everyone she can. In addition to her formal yoga training, Danielle is an NASM certified personal trainer. She has compiled countless hours of personal training and group fitness instruction not only in yoga, but in mat pilates, spin and power pump. Having learned long ago to embrace balanced growth as a professional, Danielle employs an open heart and mind when connecting with her clients and students. Investing in years of these positive relationships has enabled Danielle to construct calculated and successful programs tailored specifically for each personal training client. This cultured skill set is also evident in her approach to teaching Group Fitness and even more apparent on the happy faces walking out of each of her classes. She can always be heard firmly promoting a “listen to your body” philosophy while personally attending to the needs of each class.

Claudia Castano

Hello, I am Claudia and I love being a fitness instructor, I really like to encourage and challenge others to achieve their health and fitness goals.
I am currently teaching Zumba, Zumbatomic and Zumba Toning. I believe Zumba is  an excellent workout because of the combination of  world's dances and rhythms will keep you up beat while getting a good  workout.
I have also been a spinning instructor for over ten years, spinning has been one of my passions. I like to integrate the experience of outdoor biking into my class.
Come to join me in one of my classes, I look forward to meet you.

Marlo Alleva

I've been Involved in Fitness my whole life; starting with ballet and tap at 4yrs old- followed by jazz and clogging through the years. Then dance teams and Cheerleading through graduation! My love for teaching and fitness started early on while coaching and choreographing little league cheerleaders. Then of course that morphed into Group Fitness!!! I enjoyed taking classes so much- I figured I should teach them:)… I Soon then started competing in bodybuilding and figure competitions as well. Before I knew it- I was being asked advice on anything Fitness related… I currently write a fitness article weekly for The Ledger newspaper, film corresponding videos, I appear on Brighthouse Sports Central TV show periodically to talk "FITNESS", and of course Teach!!! I teach Zumba, Step, Zumba Toning, Pump, Abs, and Boot Camp classes… And I LOVE IT!!!! I am a wife and a mother of two athletic boys as well… And Yes, I am a Soccer Mom:)

Mona Hartnett

Dedicating her life to fitness with more than 20 years of experience ranging from US to National Championships, having traveled to Brazil, Hawaii and even Japan teaching and performing in the fitness field. Mona has been a featured writer in Shape magazine and Women's Fitness as well as starring as a fitness expert on the local television show "The Jack Harris Show". She has also done a plethora of ads and videos for DUPONT COOL MAX clothing!

Mona believes fitness is the KEY for a good attitude, good health and good looks. CHANGING it UP is what she believes we must to do challenge our bodies and see the results we want! Mona is certified many things including AFFA Group Certification, over 16 yrs certified in BODY PUMP, BODY HAM BODY Kombat as well as Ball Pilates, Yoga , Zumba, Spin and Senior Fitness.

LeeAnne Lowell

LeeAnne Lowell is a wife and mother of two amazing boys along with a certified spin instructor. With extensive knowledge in all areas of the gym, Weights, boot camps and more she is  always looking to further her knowledge in the fitness field…. Group Fitness is where her heart lies. LeeAnne has also practiced yoga for over 10 years. Having come from the many struggles that come along with being overweight for many years, she has lost a total of 85 lbs on exercise and healthy eating ALONE! LeeAnne feels her soul purpose in the gym is to inspire those who think they CAN'T to find out that they CAN!! She lives to inspire others and help pave the way to for the members at Gold's to realize Healthy living and strength is NOT about a number or a size but a journey to the true balance of a happy and healthy MIND, BODY, and SPIRIT.

Ashley Moats

Ashley became a certified spin instructor with Johnny G in 2007.  Believing that everyone’s fitness goals are unique, Ashley’s workouts can challenge the most seasoned athlete while allowing the beginner to feel comfortable participating at their own skill level.  She combines an eclectic collection of music with fitness challenges that build strength and endurance.  “You have brains in your head.  You have feet in your shoes.  You can steer yourself any direction you choose.  You’re on your own.  And you know what you know.  And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go.”  – Dr. Seuss.-

Sandy Griffith

Sandy is a certified Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer and has been teaching fitness since 1991.  She is certified with AFAA, Aerobics and Fitness Association of America and is also Pilates Reformer certified with Aero Pilates.  Sandy has a college degree for teaching education and she takes that same energy into her fitness classes at Gold's Gym. 

Sandy is very enthusiastic and passionate about teaching fitness.   She loves to challenge her students and yet recognizes the importance of showing various levels for those just getting started.  Sandy teaches a wide variety of classes such as;  yoga, mat Pilates, spin, powerpump, power Pilates, senior fitness, kickboxing, step aerobics, and Pilates Reformation.  When Sandy is not at the gym she enjoys singing, being with her friends and church family and most importantly spending time with her husband and 3 children.   Sandy's energy and love for teaching will keep you coming back for more!!!

Kristen Placek 

Kristen tried her first Power Pump class in 2005 and was instantly hooked. At the time, she was completing her undergraduate work at Florida Southern College and training in Power Pump, Abs, Spin and exercising regularly. Kristen thought Power Pump would help her improve her strength and shape her body, but soon discovered it would be much more than just a form of exercise. It became a way of life. Power Pump has been so beneficial in Kristen’s life, she decided she wanted to share it with others. Kristen entered a training program in September and was teaching by November 2010. She can’t wait to share Power Pump with everyone.  Kristen has a passion for health and wellness that started as soon as she could walk. Growing up she competed in five sports and currently competes in various races around the Tampa Bay area. Teaching gives her the incentive to learn more about fitness so that she can share it with her classes, as well as apply it to her life.  She is also a talented singer, loves anything outdoors and her dog Pixie!

Ruth Silva

As a professional dance for over twenty years, Ruth has enjoyed a career that has taken her from her home in England, around the world, and ultimately to Central Florida.  During that time she has gained experience teaching, choreographing, and leading as a dance captain.  Ruth has trained extensively in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Modern Dance.  After a ten-year career with Carnival Cruise Lines, Ruth discovered Zumba and quickly fell in love with it.  She decided to follow her passion and become certified as a Zumba instructor.  Ruth now leads Zumba classes that are known for their high energy and huge amounts of fun.  Her classes are easily accessible to beginners up to seasoned dancers and everyone in between, with a focus on having a good time.  Come join the fun, you won’t believe what you are capable of!

Brooke Agnini

Brooke was born and raised in Lakeland, Florida. Brooke played volleyball from high school through college and still stays active by playing in local clubs.  Brooke started taking spin classes 4 years ago, and found it a great way to keep in shape for endurance-based sports. She started teaching in 2010 and works hard to make her class enjoyable and challenging each week.  When Brooke isn't at the gym, she manages her family's orthodontic office.  Brooke loves to travel, going on surf trips with her husband several times a year.

Amanda Smith

Amanda is a group fitness instructor, personal trainer, and nutrition specialist certified with APEX and ISSA fitness trainer, AFAA yoga and kickboxing, Schwinn Spin, Aero Pilates Reformer, PIYO (pilates-yoga), Les Mills Training Systems and Zumba.  An innovative and energetic leader with excellent communication and people skills offering over 15 years of professional experience.  Her passion for health and fitness developed from a lifetime of dance, competition, choreographing and teaching.  "The most important aspect of any of my classes is to offer a safe and effective work-out, but I want people leaving class saying – that was fun!"