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Kelly Duncalfe

Kelly Duncalfe

Qualifications

    • Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association: Theory and Group land Fitness
    • Canfitpro – FIS – Fitness Instructor Specialist
    • Zumba®: Basics 1 & 2, Gold, Toning, Gold- Toning, Aqua, Sentao, Core, Glutes, Zumbini™, Kids Jr.
    • Royal Conservatory of Music- Voice Grade 6
    • Music Together™ Mixed ages
    • AntiGravity® Fundamentals 1&2 & Just Kids
    • Body Training Systems (MOSSA): Group Core, Group Power and Group Centergy
    • First Aid and CPR C
    • Joos Yoga- 200 Hour- Yoga Alliance
    • Namaskar Yoga: Teaching Basic Asanas
    • Yogafit- Prenatal Certification
    • Qualified TRX® Trainer
    • Fitness Kickboxing Canada Inc. – Fitness Kickboxing Specialist
    • Booty Barre®
    • Beach body: Insanity® Live & PiYo® Live
    • Pound® Rock out Work out
    • Kettlebell AMPD®
    • Jessie Mundell- Postnatal Fitness Specialist
    • Fit4two: Pre and Postnatal Fitness Specialist
    • Julie Weibe: Female Athletes, Piston Science, Pelvic Floor Piston- Foundation for Fitness
    • The Female Athlete- Level 1- Antony Lo
    • KO8 Academy- Functional Movement Certification

    • SNATCH: A Female-Inclusive Approach to Kettlebell Training

Performance and Training Highlights

  • Performed as a Dancer and Dance Captain for over five years with Royal Caribbean International: Performed in Alaska, Belize, Bermuda, Caymen Islands, Eastern Canada, Eastern and Western Caribbean, France, Greece, Italy, Jamaica, Spain, Turkey, and United States to name a few
  • Nominated for a Women of Distinction Award in Health and Wellness 2014
  • Zumba® Fitness presenter at PIRS Conference 2011, 2014
  • Zumba® Fitness presenter at SHR Recreation Therapists & Programmers Conference 2011
  • Zumba® Fitness presenter at Saskfit 2010 & 2012 & 2014 oZumba® Fitness presenter at Girls in Motion 2010 & 2012 & 2014
  • Zumba® Fitness presenter at Relay for Life 2011 & 2013 oDanced in a Live taping of Zumba® Fitness volume Zin 29 & 35
  • Was named lululemon athletica Saskatoon ambassador for 2012-2014
  • Was a dancer and illusionist with David Haines Magic, Laraf Magic, and Brian Michael’s Magic and Illusion
  • Graduated with a Performing Arts certification from Sheridan College, Oakville, ON.
  • Danced with the Professional Division of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Winnipeg, MN. and Alberta School of Ballet, Calgary, AB.
  • Kelly has organized and run Zumbathon®’s with 100% of the funds raised being donated for: Pink Warrior Foundation, Kids Sport, Lung Association, Relay for life, Bust a Move Saskatoon and many local charities and fundraisers

Kelly’s 3 Favorite Things:

  1. My kids and my family

  2. Maui

  3. The energy at the end of a fabulous class

What inspired me to teach?

I got very bored working out on treadmills and typical gym equipment, which lead me to have no motivation to work out at a gym. I knew I could not be the only one, so I took a Zumba® training while on vacation from dancing on Royal Caribbean Cruise ships. After teaching a few classes I knew this could be a great transition from the dance world to fitness. Since then every training, certification, or course has come from my continuous desire to learn, teach, and help others.

Why do I teach?

I teach because I love it!  I love inspiring others and being a positive influence (does not matter how big or small) to others. 

What do I teach?

Everything We Move offers

Fun Fact

I do not know what to say…..so my son says, “I love purple!” (that is a fact). My daughter says, “I make everyday a happy day for her” (Yah mom win!…I’ll take it since I am sure it will change as she gets older). My staff say “I talk about Pelvic Floor every day” (also a fact)…

Ashley Climenhaga

Ashley Climenhega

Qualifications

  • Zumba Basic 1 & 2, Zumba Gold, Zumba Toning, Zumbatomic , Zumba Core, Zumba Glutes, Zumba in the Circuit
  • Beachbody: PiYo Live & Insanity Live
  • Yogafit Levels 1, 2, & Prenatal
  • Antigravity Fundamentals
  • Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association: Theory and Group Land Fitness
  • Bachelor of Science Kinesiology from the University of Saskatchewan
  • Registered Nurse
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Saskatchewan
  • CPR and First Aid (HCP- health care provider)
  • Royal Conservatory of Music- Piano Grade 9

Performance and Training Highlights

    • Volunteering/Teaching at Bust A Move fundraiser in Saskatoon
    • Has worked in Labor & Delivery (Maternal Services) as a RN since 2014 and has a passion for prenatal and postpartum clients
    • Prior experience teaching dance
    • Has worked with many clients in reaching their personal fitness goals as well as rehabilitating injuries

Ashley's 3 Favorite Things:

  1. My kiddos and husband-to-be
  2. The beach
  3. Chocolate

What inspired me to teach?

I grew up competitively dancing and continued to do so until age 21.  I graduated from the U of S in 2008, and found something was missing in my new “adult’ life.  I actually attended one of Kelly’s Zumba classes, fell in love with the style and knew that was going to be my next step for my fitness to continue on.  I found Zumba was a nice fit between my dancing background and my newly acquired knowledge from my Kinesiology degree.  After entering the world of teaching, my curiosity began to grow and I continued taking more trainings.    

Why do I teach?

  • I love teaching because it pushes me to do my best while trying to push others to do their best as well!

What do I teach?

  • Zumba, Zumba Toning,  Conditioning, Prenatal yoga, Postpartum classes

Fun Fact

Both my kids are named after people in my family- Amy Jean is named after my maternal Grandma and my fiance’s paternal Grandma; Edward Jordan is named after a long line of Edward’s and my brother.

Cailey McCulloch

Cailey McCulloch

Qualifications

  • Zumba® Basic 1
  • Zumba® Basic 2
  • Zumba® Toning
  • Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association Certifications Theory Group, Land Fitness and Pre and Post Natal Fitness
  • Insanity® Live
  • Pound® Rockout Work out
  • First Aid and CPR C
  • Scottish Dance Teachers’ Alliance Associate Certificate
  • Bachelor of Education and Arts degrees – University of Saskatchewan
  • Master of Education – University of Saskatchewan

Performance and Training Highlights

  • Professional Highland dancer for many years: performed and competed in Highland Dance across Scotland, Japan, Disneyworld, Disneyland Paris, and western Canada
  • Completed Sea Wheeze Half Marathon August 2014
  • Completed two triathlons and one duathlon Spring 2016
  • Successfully reached the summit of Machu Picchu via 3 day hike July 2017

Cailey’s 3 Favorite Things:

  1. Family and friends

  2. Physical activity, especially anything with rhythm and dance

  3. A day at the lake

What inspired me to teach?

I taught highland dance for five years throughout high school and university. As my professional dance days came to a close I needed to feed my dance soul in new ways and thus I found Zumba®. I am inspired by the joy I feel from participants in all classes. I get to share the fun, challenge and exhilaration of a good workout with all who come to class.

Why do I teach?

I love making physical activity accessible to all people regardless of their age, or ability. The beat of the music and the beating of our hearts unites us all!

What do I teach?

Low intensity, prenatal and postnatal classes.

Fun Fact

My dog-walking attire can be highly questionable – I have been know to wear my housecoat and rubber boots around the block to walk my furry friend Willis.

Crystal Toth

Crystal Toth

Qualifications

  • Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association: Theory, Group land fitness, Older adult, Aquatics, and Pre/Postnatal
  • YMCA: Group choreogrpahy, Group strength, Individual conditioning, Group cycle, and Group aquatics
  • Canfitpro PTS – personal training specialist
  • 200 hour Yoga Instructor (Pre/Postnatal and Older Adult)
  • Forever … in Motion
  • Zumba®: Basics 1 & 2, Toning, Gold, Gold Toning, Aqua, Sentao, Kids & Kids Jr., Step, Core, Glutes, and Burst
  • TRX® certification
  • Pound® Rockout Workout
  • First Aid & CPR C
  • Bachelor of Sports and Recreation Studies: Therapeutic Recreation major, Kinesiology minor, Psychology minor – University of Regina

Performance and Training Highlights

  • Presenter on the benefits of physical activity at the Symposium of Learning for Older Adults
  • Presenter on adaptive physical activity for the SK Brain Injury Association
  • Developed adaptive physical activity programming for SARBI (Saskatchewan Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured)
  • Volunteer instructor for Zumbathon for a Cure
  • Developed an adaptive physical activity program in collaboration with YMCA of Regina and Sask Abilities
  • Presenter for the YMCA of Regina fitness instructor annual re-certification
  • Planning Committee Chairperson for the 2015 SaskFit Conference
  • Performer Liaison for the first annual Saskatchewan Salsa & Bachata Congress
  • Previous performer with Danza Morena Latin Dance Academy ladies dance team
  • Over 30 years of dance experience

Crystal's 3 Favorite Things:

1. Her daughter and husband 
2. Getting a coffee and walking threw a book store
3. Going for a walk alone, with a friend or a family member

What inspired me to teach?

I have danced since I was 5 years old.  When I hear music, my body automatically wants to move, and when I discovered Zumba fitness over 9 years ago my joy of dance mixed with my interest in the health industry moved me to obtain my Zumba license.  Since then I continued my journey by building my education through certifications and then obtaining my bachelor’s degree. My own personal journey with health, and seeing the outcomes of those I connect with, continues to inspire me daily to continue learning and teaching.

Why do I teach?

Whether I am working with a group or with an individual, I love connecting with people.  I love seeing how participants and clients grow and develop through movement. I love seeing how movement can help people mentally and physically.  I love supporting individuals through movement, and making movement accessible to everyone.

What do I teach?

You’ll see Crystal teaching Zumba, Toning, Conditioning, Pound, Older adult classes, Move with Me, Workout w Me, and Yoga and Stretch classes

Fun Fact

I use music as a medium in creating my fitness classes.  I also LOVE to use buttercream as a medium as a form of creating in baking cakes, cupcakes, and cakepops!  Ask Kelly, we all know she loves a good cupcake 😉

Elissa Houk

Elissa Houk

Qualifications

  • Zumba® Basic 1
  • Zumba® Basic 2
  • Zumba® Gold
  • Zumba® in the circuit
  • Pound® Rockout Work out
  • BA in Contemporary Dance from the University of Calgary
  • Certified Pilates instructor
  • First Aid and HCP CPR
  • Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Saskatchewan

Performance and Training Highlights

  • Has performed and presented contemporary dance pieces throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan
  • Traveled to Poland for training in contemporary dance and physical theatre
  • Over 15 years experience in teaching and choreography
  • Over 30 years of dance training

Elissa’s 3 Favorite Things:

  1. Zumba® with friends
  2. A good book with hot chocolate and her dog curled up on her lap
  3. Christmas!!!

What inspired me to teach?

I have always loved dance and music. As an adult after moving on from dance as a full-time commitment, I found I still craved movement but that I was happier when I was moving to music. The inspiration to teach came from the desire to share the happiness I experienced while working out with Kelly and dancing my way back to fitness.

Why do I teach?

I teach because it makes me feel good and because the group of people working out in front of me is always so dedicated and enthusiastic!

What do I teach?

I mostly teach Zumba® but also teach Pound® from time to time and I have also been known to dabble in teaching some conditioning classes.

Fun Fact

I wish I could decorate for Christmas from November until March. All winter long should be Christmas time!

Heather Hataley

Heather Hataley

Qualifications

  • Music Together®
  • Acrobatic Arts Certified
  • Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association Fitness Theory and Group Fitness
  • Jessie Mundell- Postnatal Fitness Specialist
  • Royal Academy of Dance Advanced II Ballet Examination Certificate
  • Canadian Dance Teachers’ Association Advanced Tap Examination Certificate (High Honours)
  • Royal Conservatory of Music Grade 10 Piano (First Class Honours)
  • Royal Conservatory of Music Grade 8 Flute (First Class Honours)
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English with a Minor in History – University of Saskatchewan

Performance and Training Highlights

  • Experience choreographing with Persephone Theatre, Cornerstone Theatre, Saskatoon Summer Players
  • Performer at WE Day Saskatoon
  • Company member and guest choreographer for Abiding Lines Dance Company
  • Performed as Beth in Little Women and as Lucy in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown with Saskatoon Summer Players
  • 7 years experience teaching dance (La Danse School of Dance Arts, Davidson Dance Club)
  • 11 years singing with the Saskatoon Children’s Choir, including 6 years of touring to Hong Kong, China, Austria, Czech Republic, and across Canada

Heather’s 3 Favorite Things:

  1. Dance and music!
  2. Reading old books
  3. Travelling with friends and family

What inspired me to teach?

I wanted to be able to find a way to keep moving and dancing even after finishing training at the dance studio. Becoming a fitness and music instructor was a way I could keep in touch with those passions.

Why do I teach?

I teach because it allows me to stay in shape and continue doing what I love. It also feels amazing to see how what we teach creates a positive impact on someone else’s life.

What do I teach?

I teach Music Together®, Move with Me, Work Out with Me, and Dance Fitness, although you can sometimes see me subbing other classes at the studio.

Fun Fact

I hate oranges and I feel awkward every time someone finds out because that’s apparently a weird thing to hate.

Nicole Katelnikoff

Nicole Katelnikoff

Qualifications

  •  Associated Dance Arts for Professional Teachers Certified
  • Canadian Teachers Association Intermediate Tap Examination Certificate
  • Royal Academy of Dance Intermediate Examination Certificate
  • Saskatchewan Cheer Association Judges Certification

Performance and Training Highlights

  • Choreographed  a halftime show for the Harlem Globetrotters
  • Competed with Team Canada Tap in Germany
  • Was a performer in RiderFlo and dance at Roughrider games
  • Performer at We Day
  • Company member for Abiding Lines Dance Company
  • Named Saskatoon’s Top Athlete 2017
  • Three time City Champion in Pom

Nicole's 3 Favorite Things:

1. Water sports at the lake
2. Anything Disney related
3. Spicy food

What inspired me to teach?

Growing up I have always loved assisting and teaching kids, so once I graduated I knew what I wanted to do. I have always looked up to the instructors that have taught me and built me to be the person I am today, so why not give back to the community that I grew up with. 

Why do I teach?

I teach because it allows me to still do what I love and share the passion with other dancers. It’s so powerful watching people grow and and how happy they get when they truly love what they are doing. 

What do I teach?

I teach Ballet, Jazz, Acro and Hip hop.

Fun Fact

I did a lot of sports growing up and one of those sports was race car driving. My first debut included me only making 4/100 laps and taking out the fastest car! Let’s just say my racing career did not last long. 

Laura Turnbull

Laura Turnbull

Qualifications

  • Zumba ® Basic 1
  • Zumba ®Gold
  • Zumba® in the circuit
  • Insanity Live
  • First Aid and CPR C
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Bachelor of Science Kinesiology (Distinction)

Performance and Training Highlights

  • Dancer at Gran Bahia Principe Resorts in the Mayan Riviera ; Performed aerial silks, aerial hoop and mastil as well
  • Has 10 years of experience teaching dance throughout Saskatchewan
  • Performed as a dancer in Cancun and Playa Del Carmen for Lev Jackson
  • Performed as dancer/aerialist in India for numerous music videos, movies, and commercials
  • Performed as dancer/Aerialist for Do Portugal Circus
  • Performed as a dancer for Moshi Moshi Bollywood and events all around Singapore
  • Performed and competed throughout North America including: Saskatchewan, Alberta and Las Vegas
  • Company member of Stiletto Vibe Dance; Some performances include: Huskies football games, Relay for Life, Zumba® for lung, Bridal shows and Downtown sidewalk sale
  • Dancer in Geordie Gescha’s Love Pirates music video
  • Aerial Performer at the 2016 Mayor’s Cultural Gala & Halo Galo (2015 & 2016)

Laura’s 3 Favorite Things:

  • Dance
  • Family
  • Traveling

What inspired me to teach?

I started taking Zumba® with Kelly and coming from a dance back ground, I instantly fell in love with it. I knew I wanted to start sharing my love of Zumba® with the world! I haven’t looked back since.

Why do I teach?

I teach because I have a passion for fitness and every time I teach it puts a smile on my face. I love seeing everyone have fun and work toge ther in accomplishing their fitness goals.

What do I teach?

I teach Zumba®, Adult Dance, Ballet/Jazz, Hip Hop and Conditioning

Fun Fact

I pretty much run off of Tim Horton’s #lifesavers

Lindsey Gardner

Lindsey Gardner

Qualifications

  • Registered Yoga Teacher training 200 hr – Prana Yoga College
  • Yinyasa Krama Yoga training – One Yoga
  • Prenatal Yoga training – Semperviva Yoga
  • Yin Yoga training – Semperviva Yoga
  • Hands on Assists yoga training – Semperviva Yoga
  • Ashtanga training with Manju Jois – Loka Yoga
  • Mom and Baby yoga training – Semperviva Yoga
  • SPRA group fitness certification
  • SPRA pre and post natal fitness certification

  • First Aid and CPR training

  • Bachelor of Arts in English – University of Regina

  • Bachelor of Education  – University of Regina

  • Currently working towards 500 hr RYT

  • Currently working towards doula certification through DONA International

Career Highlights

  • Workshops in Sanskrit, Vinyasa, and Meditation – I love to learn!

  • Teaching school for 9 years

  • Teaching a yoga class of 75 at a young woman’s sport conference

Lindsey’s 3 Favorite Things:

  1. YOGA

  2. Hiking

  3. Babies

What inspired me to teach?

I love empowering people through different stages of their lives, through the movement, focus, and peace that comes through yoga

Why do I teach?

Yoga changed my life forever and is a gift I love to offer to others.

What do I teach?

Prenatal yoga, parent and child yoga, Hatha yoga, yin yoga

Fun Fact

I love paddleboarding!

Nicole Riehl

Nicole Riehl

Qualifications

  • Zumba® Basic 1
  • Zumba® Basic 2
  • Zumba® Gold
  • Zumba® Toning
  • Zumbatomic®
  • CanfitPro FIS trained
  • Former CanfitPro FIS instructor
  • Les Mills® Tone, BodyFlow, BodyCombat, Sh’Bam
  • Royal Academy of Dance Teachers Certificate
  • Canadian Dance Teachers’ Association Teachers in Tap and Jazz
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Acrobatique KinderAcro, Beginner, Junior and Intermediated trained
  • Voila Method Certified

Performance and Training Highlights

  • ‘riehltalk’ mentor, coach and motivator – workshops for young girls and teens
  • Co-Director and Founder of Stars of Hope Fundraiser
  • Co-Founder of Spring Stars Dance Competition
  • Choreographed for Lyric Light Opera and Class Act Performance Companies
  • Adjudicating Dance and Skate competitions within Canada
  • Teaching dance workshops in Canada and the USA
  • Voila Method Training

Nicole’s 3 Favorite Things:

  • Mentoring and inspiring others
  • Time at the ocean
  • Real conversations

What inspired me to teach?

My love for movement and quest for knowledge.

Why do I teach?

I started to dance a soon as I could walk… I realized I could pair life lessons with teaching movement to inspire others to live their best life. Our journey here is filled with curves and ups and downs….having music and dance to accompany us, makes it all a little easier. I love the energy, comradery and community that teaching creates.

Movement in the body creates movement and joy in the soul. ~nr

What do I teach?

Stretch

Fun Fact

I make amazing Coconut Popcorn!