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Floor Fitness Staff/Strong Women Program Instructor
Julie Anderson started working for the YMCA in 2013 as an Administrative Assistant for the Eagle River branch. When the facility switched over to the Northland Pines School District, she accepted a Floor Fitness Coach position for the Pines Community Wellness Center. After participating in the training course for the Strong Women – Strong Bones program, she is very excited to be one of the instructor’s for this strength training class. She and her husband live in Eagle River, and have 5 granddaughter’s that live in Southern Wisconsin and South Dakota.
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The Right Fit Facilitator
Kristin is originally from Green Bay, WI. She has lived in the Eagle River area since 2002. Her husband Jim teaches at Northland Pines Middle School and they have 4 children. Kristin is the manager at St. Peter's Thrift Shop in Eagle River. Her hobbies include working out, hiking, reading and supporting Northland Pines students in all activities
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Floor Fitness Staff
Robert Blaul's bio coming soon.
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Circuit Breaker Instructor
Karen is married to Mark, the mother of two adult children and owner of Cropsey Vacation Rentals and Eagle Falls Adventure Golf and Laser Tag here in Eagle River. Karen is a NPSD alumnus and has been involved in group fitness classes at the YMCA and Pines Wellness Center over the past 5 years. She finds group fitness classes a motivation tool and a fun way to exercise and meet people. Karen is a member of the Slim'n Women program and maintains her goal weight and healthy lifestyle through healthy eating and keeping active. She enjoys running, snowshoeing, hiking and downhill skiing.
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Floor Staff and Substitute Instructor
Marc is married to Sue and is the father of two adult sons Chris and Brad. Marc and Sue have been Eagle River seasonal residents since 2001. He and Sue relocated to Eagle River full time in June 2015 after working for Abbott Laboratories for 37 years. Marc and Sue have always been active and involved in athletics making it an easy decision to join the Pines Community Wellness Center (PCWC) in September 2015. He also enjoys the Total Body Senior class along with all of the excellent class outings which includes snowshoeing, sledding, biking and kayaking. Marc was encouraged to join the PCWC staff as a member of the floor staff and enjoys meeting other members making sure they have a good experience every time they come to workout. His hobbies include muskie fishing, ice fishing, playing guitar, biking and kayaking. Marc also enjoys spending time with his family, particularly his eight grandchildren.
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Hip Hop, Step and Stomp Instructor
Carie is a Special Education Teacher at Northland Pines High School and has lived in Eagle River, Wisconsin for 27 years. She is married to Ken and has two children, Zach and Austin. Carie joined the Slim’n Women program in June of 2015, hoping to create healthier habits to manage her Type 1 Diabetes. Carie has not only reached, but has maintained her goal weight while establishing a much healthier lifestyle. Running and cardio dance workouts are her areas of greatest interest and have been key components in her journey. As she grows and develops in her fitness goals, Carie is excited to share with you her enthusiasm for fitness through dance.
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Personal Trainer and Total Body Senior Instructor
715-479-4473 Ext. 3350
Julia was born and raised in the Chicago suburbs. In high school, she played varsity basketball on a team that had its winning-most season at the time. After graduating from Purdue University with a degree in Physical Education, she taught K-8 in the Cicero, IL school district then went on to teach a forward thinking physical education program for Rolling Meadows, IL high school. After starting a family and moving to the northwoods, she was a substitute teacher in Sugar Camp, Three Lakes and at NPSD. She is NASM certified personal trainer and worked for the YMCA as Program Director, personal trainer, fitness class instructor and wellness coach. Her vast experience as an athlete, educator and trainer of all ages provides this community with a friendly, knowledgable resource to properly guide those who want to improve their well being.
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Floor Staff, Certified Personal Trainer & Cardio core, Basic Training, Strong Women Strong Bones, Friday Fitness Challenge and Not Quite Yoga Class Instructor
715-479-4473 Ext. 3350
Sandy relocated to Eagle River from Illinois 12 years ago. She wanted to enjoy the Northwoods year 'round after several years just visiting. After working for a machine shop in Rhinelander for 10 years she decided to retire earlier this year. Having always been active Sandy became a member of the Pines Community Wellness Center and started enjoying the facility and the classes they had to offer. Sandy enjoys the Total Body Senior and Cardio Core classes she takes with Kevin and Julie as well as the Friday community "independent study" outings, including biking or kayaking during the warmer months. We hope to include snowshoeing and cross country skiing during the colder months. She was encouraged to join the Pines Community Wellness Center staff to share her enthusiasm for physical activity with others.
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Northland Pines School District Activities Director, Wellness Center Manager
715-479-6286 Ext. 1
Brian has been the Activities Director at Northland Pines since 2007. Graduated from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science, Majors in Wildlife Management and Biology. Obtained teaching degree in 1997 from UWSP in the areas of Biology, Ecology, & LIfe Science. Taught High School Science for 12 years in the areas of Biology, Physical Science, Ecology, & Health. Also coached Varsity Basketball & Baseball for 12 years & football for 6 years before coming to Northland PInes. Married to wife Karen Margelofsky and have 3 children (Calvin, Drew, & Avery). When he is not at work he enjoys fishing, hunting, woodworking, guiding turkey hunts, spending time with family, and working on home improvement projects.
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Yoga Instructor
Kate currently teaches Kid's Yoga and team-teaches Monday night Yoga & Saturday morning Chair Yoga at Pines Community Wellness Center. She's been practicing since 1998 and, in 2004, completed Scott Anderson's Alignment Yoga 200-hr. Teacher Training program in Madison in 15 months. She's licensed to teach French and Elementary and now homeschools her two children. YogaAlliance.org/Directory/Teacher
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Personal Trainer, Total Body Senior Instructor
715-479-4473 Ext. 3350
Kevin Schweer is an NGA certified trainer with a lifetime of experience. He was an award winning bodybuilder in his youth. Kevin is now 54 and has an excellent understanding of the techniques needed for the young to stay at their peak, but especially for seniors to keep their bodies healthy, active, and strong. Kevin also has a background in kick boxing, strength training, and group classes.
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Yoga Instructor
Quita has been practicing yoga since 1992 and teaching since 2003. Her day job is with the Vilas County Land & Water Conservation Dept. As both a plant ecologist and a yoga practitioner/teacher her focus in life is an awareness of function and form. Being aware of the condition of the land as you inhabit and move through it. Being aware of your mind and body as you inhabitant and move through your life. She loves sharing that awareness with people, especially with people new to yoga.
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The Right Fit Facilitator & Cardiostix Instructor
Amber is an English/Language Arts teacher at Northland Pines High School and has been teaching for 19 years. She lives in Eagle River with her husband and two high-school-aged children. She is part of the Slim’n Women program, which boosted her get-healthier journey. Besides teaching CardioStix, Amber enjoys working out with friends, running, swimming, and taking other PCWC classes. She is excited to share her love for music, positive attitude, and enthusiasm for cardio and rhythmic dance.
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The Right Fit Facilitator
Shayne lives in Eagle River with her husband. She works as an IT Consultant at Marshfield Clinic. Her fitness journey began years ago while taking classes offered through Northland Pines. Shayne’s recent fitness goals included completing a couple half marathons. We’ll see if the distance increases in the near future! Shayne believes great things can come from determination, a solid plan & a positive attitude.
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Spinterest Class Instructor
Amy is a home town girl born and raised in Eagle River. She is married to Adam, the mother of three teenagers, a bank manager at Peoples State Bank and co-owner of Forever Young Bike and Ski here in Eagle River. Amy is a Pines graduate and has been involved in group fitness classes at Tag You’re Fit and Body by Nature. Amy loves to workout outside in all the seasons in the Northwoods, she particularly enjoys running, biking and snowshoeing!
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