*Angela is a Certified Personal Trainer and teaches ZUMBA*

 

How did you find Springs Salsa Dance and Fitness? 

When I learned that my husband would be stationed at Ft. Carson, I started looking for Zumba® in Colorado Springs and found the web site.  When we arrived here, I tried a couple of other gyms, only to leave feeling disappointed.  One day, I was walking down the streets of Old Colorado City with my family and went right by the front door.  The next Saturday, I attended Dorie’s Zumba® class and was hooked…  I left huffing and puffing, and completely energized.

 

Why do you like the studio?

I love that the instructors are not only talented, but obviously care about their students as well as each other. The energy is contagious.

 

What’s your story?

I’m originally from Iowa and graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA in Biology.  I also completed my paramedic training in Iowa City where I also met my husband.  My life with him has included living in Hawaii, Washington and Georgia, before moving here.  While working in Hawaii as a paramedic, I became increasingly aware of the benefits of leading an active life and the necessity to be fit in order to do my job.  After I decided to stop working as a paramedic in order to raise my two children, I was able to pursue my interests in the fitness arena. It was during this time that I became an AFAA Group Fitness Instructor, Certified Personal Trainer and a certified Zumba® Instructor.  I was honored to be named the #2 Certified Personal Trainer in Columbia County and in Augusta, Georgia for 2009.