Matthew Probst, CPT, MES
Matt founded and served as Chief Financial Officer of The Shady Springs Group for 12 years. Subsequent to selling three of four divisions of the company, Matt has held positions with various companies including Corporate Controller for RMS Investment Corporation, a Commercial real estate management company and Chief Financial Officer for Martin Designs, a stationary importing and wholesale distribution business. Matt holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Akron and has completed the necessary requirements for a real estate certificate. Upon completion of college Matt spent 3 years at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP in the Company’s Middle Market Advisory Services Group. The group specializes in the auditing and management consulting of startup and growth oriented business including the initial public offering process with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Together With Mike Gromofsky, he founded Personalized Wellness Center January in 2005 and holds a personal training certification accredited by The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). Additionally Matt has attained a Medical Specialist Designation awarded by the American Academy of Health, Fitness & Rehab Professionals.
Michael Gromofsky, CPT
Graduated from the University of Dayton with a major in Political Science and a minor in Psychology. Mike spent 3 years as an Account Executive at a database-marketing firm working with well-known restaurant chains to increase foot traffic through corporate incentives. He has spent the last 10 years in the financial services industry focusing on Defined Contribution plans. Mike has held many positions with the company, focusing on client service and talent management. Currently, he is a project manager focusing on large scale corporate projects that emphasize an integrated client experience. Mike is Series 7 and 63 licensed and is pursuing his CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist) designation.
Together With Matt Probst, he founded Personalized Wellness Center in January 2005 and holds a personal training certification accredited by The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Sue Kunce, CPT
Sue is a graduate of The University of Akron. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Technical Education along with an Associate Degree in Business Management. Sue brings 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. She started as a group fitness instructor over 19 years ago and during that time developed and managed group fitness programs. She has a national certification from American Council on Exercise (ACE). She has specialized training and certifications for Strength Training from BTF-PowerFlex and a Kickboxing certification from Gorilla Sports. In addition to instructing a variety of class formats, she has developed and managed Corporate Fitness programs for local corporations.
Jeanne Berry, CPT
Jeanne doesn't exactly appear like what you're accustomed to seeing when you look at photos of fitness instructors. But don't let the gray hair and less-than-perfect skin fool you because, this old gal's got game! She is a nationally certified group fitness instructor, specializing in Pilates Mat & Reformer and Aerobic Dance.
Jeanne's Pilates certification is through Balanced Body University, recognized worldwide for excellence in Pilates education. For the mat certification alone, extensive study in anatomy, plus over 100 hours of course work, and written and practical testing is required before BBU certification is granted.
Jeanne combines Latin dance steps with fitness moves. We call it Zumba; she calls it "exercise in disguise" because you're having so much fun you may forget that you're working out.
Nikki Joy, Director of Exercise
Nikki attended the University of Akron where she studied accounting and currently works for REM Ohio which is the State of Ohio housing assistance program for people with special needs. Nikki began teaching fitness classes in 1994 and is certified through BFIT. Nikki has developed one of the largest followings at RPFitness, specializing in HI/LO, Step Aerobics, and Cardio Fusion. She is currently working toward her High Intensity Personal Training Certification and provides weight loss coaching and meal planning.
Amanda Jesko
Amanda graduated from Mount Union College in May 2007 with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Sociology. Currently, she is working at Summit Academy Elementary in Akron, Ohio. Amanda began her fitness instructing with Spinning, becoming Mad Dog certified. Amanda is AFAA certified in Group Exercise and Kickboxing as well as Zumba certified. Amanda teaches Spinning and Zumba at RPFitness. Along with Spinning and Zumba, Amanda is teaching step aerobics, kickboxing and various weight training classes throughout the area.
