Wes Caron, Assistant Executive Director, Director of Fitness
wcaron@weymouthclub.com
Year started at WC: 2015
Philosophy:
Do what you care about and care about what you do.
Education/Experience:
- S. Health Education from UMASS Lowell
- Has worked in the fitness industry for past 16 years.
- Unique and diverse experience in Corporate Fitness, Community Fitness and Commercial Fitness settings.
- Has worked as an Exercise Physiologist, Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, and General Manager.
- Prior to Joining the Weymouth Club, Wes served as Regional Director for EXOS/MediFit, where he managed the operation of five large community centers through NY and NJ.
Accomplishments/Fun fact
- Appointed to the National General Manager’s Council for Plus One, where he served as a mentor to over 150 General Managers nationwide.
- Wes has two large rescue dogs and two boys under 4yrs old.
- Wes was accepted into art school but decided not to pursue a career in illustration, instead going down the health & wellness path at UMASS.
Amy Bright: Personal Trainer
Philosophy
“It’s never too early or too late to work towards being the healthiest you”
Started at WC:
Group Ex: 2010
Fitness: 2020
Years Experience:
Group Ex: 19 years
Ballet/Dance: 30+ years
Education:
B.A. Simmons University, Business
Certifications:
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Barre Above
Zumba Fitness
Specialties:
Beginner and Intermediate Level Training, High Intensity, Free Weight and Strength Training, Kids/Teens, Pilates, Flexibility, Weight Loss and Team Training
Hobbies:
Cooking, Football, Skincare and Quality Time with my Daughter
Accomplishments:
Throughout my fitness career, thousands of members have smiled, sweat and grown stronger with me every week. I’m humbled by their dedication and grateful for the many relationships which have blossomed into lifelong friendships. Thank you! I appreciate you!
Brieanne Bateson: Personal Trainer
Philosophy
“Don’t limit your challenges. Challenge your limits.”
Started at WC:
2018
Education:
Pre-Medicine – Harvard University
Masters in Exercise & Sport Science – Merrimack College
Bachelors in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine – Lasell College
Certifications:
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) – Expected completion November 2018
Specialties:
Beginner Level Training, Intermediate Level Training, Flexibility, Kids/Teens, Injury Prevention.
Hobbies:
Hiking, snowboarding, playing hockey, cooking and watching Bruins, Patriots and Clemson Football.
Accomplishments:
Athletic Trainer for Boston College Football and Harvard University. Presented a case study at the EATA Regional Athletic Training conference in Philadelphia, PA. Currently working on publishing my first research article for the Journal of Athletic Training. I also completed a 273 mile hike in August 2018 on the Long Trail (MA to Canadian border in VT).
Caty Draicchio: Personal Trainer
Philosophy
“Effective workouts are based on quality not quantity. Prioritize movement and keep it simple. Eat right, get 8 hours of sleep
every night, and keep moving. Motivation gets you started but discipline keeps you going.”
Started at WC:
2017
Years Experience:
4
Education:
Master of Science – Exercise, Fitness & Health
Promotion – George Mason University
Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer – National Academy of Sports Medicine
Functional Movement Screen, Level 2 Certified
United States Army Master Fitness Trainer
Specialties:
Tactical Athletes & First Responders, Adaptive
Athletes, Obstacle Course Racing, Functional Strength and Conditioning, Injury Prevention & Return to Play
Hobbies:
Lifting Weights, Hiking, Camping, Obstacle Course Racing, Rock Climbing
Accomplishments:
- Published Research Author – Military Medicine for research regarding combat oriented fitness training and assessment
- Presenter at the National Strength and Conditioning
Association National Conference (2019) - Commissioned Officer – United States Army Reserves
- Completed over 30 Obstacle Course Races
- Completed Ruck to Remember 60 miler 2x (2015, 2019)
Colby Congel: Personal Trainer
ccongel@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“Without commitment you can never start, without consistency you can never finish.”
Started at WC:
2016
Years Experience:
4
Education:
B.S. Exercise Science (Bridgewater State)
M.S. Exercise Science (Bridgewater State)
Certifications:
ASFA Certified Personal Trainer
Functional Movement Screen Certified
Specialties:
Strength Training (Beginners & Advanced), Sport Specific Training, Weight Loss, Conditioning (H.I.I.T), Mobility & Flexibility, Youth & Senior Training, FitCamp, Adult Athlete, The Pack, and Sports Performance Trainer.
Hobbies:
Training/Working Out, Movies, Traveling
Accomplishments:
Created a blog to share my knowledge of strength and conditioning: Instagram @congeltraining
Emerson Burla: Personal Trainer
eburla@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“No matter how great the talent is, there are no results without will and effort.”
Started at WC:
2018
Years Experience:
10
Education:
Law Degree (Buenos Aires University)
Certifications:
Sport Management – Argentinean Olympic Committee
Weightlifting Referee
Specialties:
Olympic Weightlifting (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced), High Performance Training, Functional Training, Free Weight Multi-joint Exercise, Weight loss
Hobbies:
Soccer, Squash, Trekking
Accomplishments:
IWF World Ranking 28th Place 2012, Pan American Games Rio 6th Place 2007, World Weightlifting Championship 8th Place, Junior Pan Game Champion, National Team Member, Olympic University Game Competitor 2011-2013
Helen Long: Personal Trainer
hlong@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“Discipline is remembering what you want.”
Started at WC:
2008
Years Experience:
10
Education:
BA, English from UMASS Boston, Coursework in Exercise Physiology
Certifications:
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer, Mass. Secondary Education, Reformer Pilates Certified
Specialties:
FitCamp Trainer, Corrective Exercise (Posture), Functional Integrated Strength Training, Weight Loss, Pilates Reformer, Sport Specific Training (esp. Triathlon), Beginning Triathlon, Flexibility, Physical & Cognitive Disabilities
Hobbies:
Triathlon, Hiking, Biking
Accomplishments:
Completed 1st Triathlon at 33 years old, Placed 2nd in age category First Full Ironman (at age 40), Ride the Rockies (6 days 300 miles), Manchester Marathon 2007, Climbed 6 – 14,000 ft peaks in Colorado
Kim Adams: Personal Trainer
kadams@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“Believe in yourself and you can accomplish anything. There is no such thing as ‘I can’t.’ The body achieves what the mind believes.”
Started at WC:
2007
Years Experience:
11
Education:
BS Exercise Science/Physiology, Fitchburg State College
Certifications:
ACE – Certified Personal Trainer
Specialties:
FitKids & Stronger Teens Coordinator, Beginner Level Training, Intermediate Level Training, Free Weight Training, Kids/Teens, & Weight Loss
Hobbies:
Volleyball, Softball, Working-out, Watching the New England Patriots & Hanging out with my family
Accomplishments:
1st Place Weymouth Club Women’s Figure Competition 2010 & 2011, High School Athlete of the Year – 2002, Played Softball Tournament in Walt Disney Wide World Sport Complex – 2000
Kim Trudel:
MS, RD, LDN, NUTRITIONIST
ktrudel@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“Wellness = 60% nutrition + 20% exercise + 20% belief that you can.”
Started at WC:
2009
Years Experience:
10
Education:
Master of Science: Nutrition & Health Promotion
Master of Arts: Concentration Biology
BA in Psychology/Biology
Dietetic Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Certifications:
Registered Dietitian, Certified Sports Nutritionist, Certified Health Coach, CPT: ACSM
Specialties:
Nutrition for overall health, Weight Loss, Weight Gain, IBS, Elevated Cholesterol, Heart Disease, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Celiac Disease, Women’s Health, Gastrointestinal Disease, Heart Disease, Food Allergies, Celiac Disease, Sports Nutrition, 90 Day CTGF R.D.
Hobbies:
Triathlons, Weight Training, Running, Biking, Golf
Accomplishments:
Member Stonehill College Women’s Basketball Team, 5th on All-time scoring List, 3 Time All-Northeast-10 Performer, 3 Northeast-10 Conference Championships, 4 Births to NCAA Division II National Tournament, Appeared in Two Division II NCAA “Final Four” Tournaments, All-American Team Senior Year, Guest Speaker at IHRSA 2016
Lexi Glaser, Personal Trainer, Water Fitness Coordinator
Philosophy
“Exercise is the key to living a longer, happier, healthier life. My job is to teach you how to be confident, motivated, and successful every time you work out. I aim for us to have fun and the results will speak for themselves.”
Started at WC:
2019
Years Experience:
17
Education:
University of Pittsburgh
BS in Psychology with Minor in Exercise Science
Certifications:
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Personal Trainer
Prenatal and Post Partum Client Training certified
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
Primary Group Exercise Instructor
Yogafit Instructor
Specialties:
Prenatal & Post Partum clients, Weight loss, Senior Fitness, and Post Rehabilitation Training
Hobbies:
Traveling, hiking, watching the Patriots and the Bruins, volunteering at a local animal shelter
Linda Sullivan: Personal Trainer, Pilates Instructor, STOTT
lsullivan@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“Strive for progress not perfection”
Started at WC:
1996
Years Experience:
Group Exercise (25 yrs.), Pilates Reformer (12 yrs.), Personal Training (8 yrs.)
Certifications:
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
STOTT Certified Pilates Mat and Reformer Trainer
Specialties:
Helping clients reach their goals for good Health. Functional Strength training, weight loss, Postural Analysis, Improved Flexibility, Foam Roller, TRX, Resist-A-Ball, Beginner to Advanced Pilates Mat and Reformer, Pilates Chair, Pilates on the Green Golf, Prenatal Pilates, Jump Board Interval Training
Hobbies:
Power walks, Functional training, Group Reformer classes, Barre, Home decorating, Spending quality time with friends, family and my Black Lab Vera
Accomplishments:
Instrumental in the success of the programs offered in the Pilates Reformer studio. Volunteer for Relay For Life, Proud parent of a Registered Nurse
Madeleine Griffin: Personal Trainer
mgriffin@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“You can’t change your body unless you change how you treat your body, how you challenge your body and how you challenge yourself.”
Started at WC:
2018
Years Experience:
1
Education:
B.S. Biology
M.Ed Education – Biology
M.D. Doctor of Medicine
Background:
United States Air Force
Certifications:
NASM – Certified Personal Trainer
SPIN Level 2
SPIN Power
SPIN Journey Ride
LES MILLS Body Combat – LES MILLS®
Specialties:
Free Weight Training, Sport Specific Training, Beginner Level Training, Intermediate Level Training, High Intensity Training, Seniors, Weight Loss, Team Training
Hobbies:
Snowboarding, Kitesurfing, Skateboarding, Yoga
Mark Gifford: Personal Trainer
mgifford@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“When you exercise, everyone you love benefits”
Started at WC:
2006
Years Experience:
12
Education:
Registered Nurse
Associate Degree in Science
Certifications:
ACSM – Certified Personal Trainer
Specialties:
Beginning Fitness, Seniors, Special Populations
Hobbies:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Cooking
Michael Johnson: Personal Trainer
mjohnson@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“Physics applies to exercise. A person in motion stays in motion. Don’t be sedentary.”
Started at WC:
January 2018
Years Experience:
3
Education:
American Academy of Personal Training
Certifications:
NASM
Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach
Specialties:
Kettlebell, TRX, Olympic Bar
Hobbies:
Snowboarding, Boxing, Exercising, Watching the Pats and having a few beers.
Michele Fay: Personal Trainer, Pilates Instructor, Group Ex Instructor
mfay@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“Work hard and play safe”
Started at WC:
1994
Years Experience:
Personal Training (10), Pilates (13), Group Exercise (32)
Education:
Degree in Business, Bay State College
Certifications:
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
Balance Point Pilates Mat I & II, Reformer, Chair & Barrell
AFAA Group Exercise, Spinning, Body Pump, Body Attack, Body Step, TRX
Specialties:
90 Day Program Coordinator, TRX, Pilates Reformer & Mat, FitCamp Trainer, General Fitness, Helping members get the BEST workout within their limits
Hobbies:
Walking with friends, taking yoga, hiking, reading, watching the Bruins
Accomplishments:
Instrumental in the success of the programs offered in the Pilates Reformer studio. Completed several half marathons and local road races, inducted into the NQHS Hall of Fame for Track
Nick Levenson: Personal Trainer
Philosophy
“You have to enjoy what you’re doing if you want it to work, so find something fun about it.”
Started at WC:
2019
Years Experience:
1
Education:
B.A. Exercise Science, Fitchburg State University
Specialties:
Free weight
Sport specific
Kids/teens
Hobbies:
Track and field
Exercising
Watching movies
Sinead Conroy: Personal Trainer
Philosophy
Push past discomfort to see the strength and ability you have to accomplish your goals.
Started at WC:
January
Years Experience:
1
Education:
American Academy of Personal Training
Certifications:
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Specialties:
High Intensity Interval Training, Weight loss, Beginner & Intermediate Training, Strength Training, Cognitive Disabilities, Senior Fitness, Balance & Flexibility
Hobbies:
Photography, Hiking, Dance, Soccer
Accomplishments:
13 years of competitive Irish Step Dancing
Attended nationals & regionals
Stephanie Giannaros: Personal Trainer
Philosophy
“Every day is a new opportunity to get stronger, to eat better, to live healthier, and to be the best version of you.”
Started at WC:
2019
Years Experience:
3
Education:
B.A. Communications, Boston College
Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer: W.I.T.S. (WORLD INSTRUCTOR TRAINING SCHOOLS)
Certified Health Coach, Institute for Integrative Nutrition
Specialties:
Free Weight Training, Beginner Level Training, Intermediate Level Training, Seniors, Weight Loss, Pre and Post-menopausal women
Hobbies:
Former dancer; cooking, traveling, gardening, reading
Tim Concannon: Personal Trainer
tconcannon@weymouthclub.com
Philosophy
“Those who say they CAN and those who say they CAN’T are both right.”
Started at WC:
2013
Years Experience:
7
Education:
Athletic Training, Westfield State University
Certifications:
Board of Certification, Athletic Training (ATC, LAT)
Specialties:
Free Weights, Sport Specific, Beginner Level, Intermediate Level, High Intensity Training, Plyometrics, Seniors, Flexibility, Kids/Teens, Weight Loss, Youth Sports Performance/Adult Athlete Program Coordinator & Trainer
Hobbies:
Track & Field, Basketball, Watching the Sox, Weight Lifting, Coaching
Accomplishments:
Top 5 MA Long Jumper and Triple Jumper (’09, ‘10, ’11, ’12), 4-time Track & Field Champion (’09, ‘10, ’11, ’12), Certified Athletic Trainer (’12)
