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Who We Are

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We want to help kids gain confidence, knowledge, and habits that allow them to fall in love with fitness & build healthy active lifestyles for the rest of their lives
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Founder of Fit First Adam Krell standing with arms crossed

ADAM KRELL

Founder, Head Coach

Fitness| Tennis | Baseball | Boxing

B.S. Behavior Psychology, specialization in Child Development & Special Education

Elementary School Special Ed Teacher

Certified NASM Advanced Trainer

Certified EMT-B

Meet the Founder

Adam (aka Coach Adam) is the founder and head coach at Fit First. Education has always been his passion - With a degree in Behavior Psychology and specializing in Child Development & Special Education, Adam has been an elementary school special ed teacher for over a decade, and have taught countless students with different needs and backgrounds across multiple states. 

After leaving the school system and founding Total Tutors, Adam realized that he could still do so much more to help students develop life skills and habits beyond academics. Having seen first hand how increasing screen times have affected children's physical health, attention span, and stress levels, he felt the need to help students stay healthy physically and mentally and gain confidence, now and throughout life. 

Growing up, Adam was an avid sports player and eventually went into coaching as well, focusing in Tennis and Baseball. He trained at the Balletierry Tennis Camp for multiple years and competed in USDA tournaments, before going off to college to play baseball. After a shoulder injury, Adam started coaching Tennis privately and coached multiple teams in the little league in Washington. His passion for fitness continued into adulthood in the form of boxing, and he has been boxing in amateur and Golden Gloves tournaments for the past ten years. Adam eventually formally became a NASM Certified Advanced Personal Trainer, and combined his love for education and fitness to found Fit First. He is a firm believer that fitness should be fun and accessible, and aims to help kids learn the tools and habits for a healthy active lifestyle!

 

OUR TEAM

Fitness & Sports Coach

Ross

Fitness & Sports Coach

Being a passionate and energetic fitness professional, I am dedicated to helping children develop a lifelong love for movement and healthy living. With certifications in Teaching, Youth Fitness, and CPR, I have a deep understanding of all the unique physical and emotional needs of children regarding exercise and overall well-being. My mission is to design fun, engaging fitness programs that encourage kids to stay active, build strength, and improve coordination while fostering positive habits that last a lifetime. Whether through sports, games, dance, or bodyweight exercises, fitness should be exciting for children of all ages, helping them build confidence, teamwork, and resilience along the way. Having worked with children in schools, camps, and after-school programs, I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where every child can feel comfortable, valued, and motivated. Through personalized coaching and a focus on positive reinforcement, I ensure that kids have fun while developing important physical and social skills. The power of movement shapes not just the body, but the mind—helping kids build the foundation for a healthy future. Let's get moving and have some fun!

Fitness, Performance, Strength & Conditioning Coach

Jenny

Fitness, Performance, Strength & Conditioning Coach

Jenny is a certified personal trainer with over 16 years of experience and a degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science from The University of Houston. Jenny has grown up with Scoliosis and had a spinal fusion at the age of 12. Because of this, she is extremely passionate about helping others overcome obstacles and to keep moving! She has always loved sports and the outdoors and has had to learn how to work with her own physical limitations. She has been dedicated to understanding fundamental movement principles and designing programs to optimize movement. Jenny is also certified in Precision Nutrition to help coach healthy eating habits and behaviors to further improve health and fitness. Jenny grew up playing basketball, competing in sprint triathlons, and coaching youth sports performance. She feels It is important to make progress in physical fitness, but has a passion for making it fun to keep the kids engaged.

Fitness, Performance, Strength & Conditioning Coach

Jared

Fitness, Performance, Strength & Conditioning Coach

Coach Jared is a certified personal trainer with over a decade of experience in health and wellness. With a degree in kinesiology and a certificate in nutrition, he brings a well-rounded approach to fitness, emphasizing both physical performance and overall well-being. Jared’s background in basketball and track and field has shaped his expertise in developing personalized programs that enhance strength, agility, and endurance.

Fitness Coach

Kristina

Fitness Coach

Kristina has always been passionate about physical fitness and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. As she explored different fitness disciplines, she discovered yoga and instantly connected with its holistic approach to mind-body wellness. Her dedication led her to pursue and earn a Yoga Teacher Certification, enabling her to share the transformative benefits of yoga with others. In addition to her expertise in yoga, she is always eager to expand her fitness repertoire. Kristina continually seeks out new fitness and health tips, staying updated on the latest research in the industry. Whether it's through yoga, strength training, or any other form of exercise, she strives to inspire and empower others to embrace an active lifestyle. She believes that fitness is not just about physical activity but also about fostering a positive mindset and a balanced approach to health.

Yoga, Special Needs Yoga, Early Childhood Movement

Michele

Yoga, Special Needs Yoga, Early Childhood Movement

Michele is a certified 500 Hrs. Yoga teacher, certified 95 Hrs. for Children Yoga Educator, and has certifications in: Elementary and Middle School Yoga for kids, Infant Yoga, Family Yoga, Yin Yoga, Chair Yoga, Yoga for Athletes, Yoga 12 Steps Recovery, and Trauma Informed Training. She has more than 3,000 teaching hours in which she utilizes meditation, breathing exercises, tapping, positive affirmations, SEL tools, arts and craft, games, and acro-yoga for kids. Michele was born and raised in Latin America where she studied Systems Engineering and worked in various fields including politics and congress, however in none of them was she able to find her true calling. It was after going through a physically and mentally challenging time, which nowadays she sees as a blessing, that she discovered yoga and its many benefits.

Special Needs Fitness & Sports Coach

Gregory

Special Needs Fitness & Sports Coach

Coach Gregory brings over a three decades of experience as a dedicated PE and adaptive sports instructor with a motivating, energetic, and patient teaching style. Specializing in adaptive physical education, Gregory has an extensive background in coaching basketball, football, and a variety of other sports. With deep expertise in working with children of all abilities, he creates engaging fitness programs tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.

Holding a strong foundation in sociology and criminal justice, Coach Gregory combines his knowledge of child development, behavioral health, and sports coaching to inspire confidence, build physical skills, and foster a lifelong love of movement in every student he teaches.

Music & Early Childhood Movement Teacher

Stephanie

Music & Early Childhood Movement Teacher

Miss Stephanie is a music teacher who specializes in early childhood education. She is a performing singer and children's book author who has 10+ years of preschool education experience, and her passion is to pass on her love of music to the kiddos. Miss Stephanie leverages her preschool experience to find the perfect balance between entertainment, education, exploration, and movement in her classes to keep kids engaged and learning every time!

Dance Coach

Vicky

Dance Coach

Vicky brings energy, passion, and years of dance experience to every class she teaches! Since a very young age, she has already built a strong foundation in dance instruction, specializing in hip-hop. Known for her cheerful personality and ability to connect with kids, Vicky creates a fun, supportive environment where young dancers can build confidence, develop their skills, and express themselves through movement. Whether it's mastering new choreography or just having a blast on the dance floor, Vicky makes every class an unforgettable experience!

Boxing & MMA Coach

Lee

Boxing & MMA Coach

Lee started training Martial Arts at age 10. Received his first black belt at 15. By the age of 19 he ran 3 schools in his home country of Scotland. He came to the United States for the first time in 1993 to further his martial arts studies. Lee has taught all over Europe and the United States coaching everyone from children and adults with learning disabilities, everyday people, professional athletes, law enforcement and military personnel. He is also a professional stunt coordinator and performer who trains actors and stunt performers for action sequences in film and tv. Lee specializes in Muay Thai, western boxing, Brazilian Ju Jitsu, Filipino martial arts and western sword fighting. His broad range of experience enables him to personalize training programs to cater to his students specific needs and goals.

Boxing, Performance & Strength Coach

Patrick

Boxing, Performance & Strength Coach

With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Patrick is both a seasoned coach and a lifelong student of his craft. Specializing in boxing and strength & conditioning, he is passionate about helping athletes push past their limits and achieve goals they never thought possible. When he’s not coaching, Patrick enjoys unwinding with comic book movies and video games—because even the toughest training sessions deserve a good cooldown!

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