Penny Smart

Owner

I’ve been a fitness professional for the majority of my adult life. I’ve worked as a group fitness instructor, personal trainer and a presenter/educator for some of the finest gyms in NYC before becoming the proud owner of my own studio. I strive to address the individual as a whole including physical and nutritional well being, happiness, and overall level of energy. I keep my programs interesting using a variety of modalities including, but not limited to the stability ball, TRX, Pilates apparatus, Bosu ball, heavy ropes, and kettlebells.

Specialties

  • Interval training geared toward weight loss
  • Pre and postnatal fitness (including diastasis recti rehabilitation)
  • Pilates programs geared toward core strength
  • Senior programs (I’m a certified trainer for older adults)
  • Exercising with Fibromyalgia
  • Exercise for those with eating disorders

Certifications Attained

  • ACE-Group Fitness Instructor
  • NSCA-Personal Trainer
  • AFFA-Group Fitness Instructor
  • PIA-Pilates
  • Resist-A-Ball-Master Trainer (former presenter)
  • Cycling Instructor-Multiple Certifications
  • AED/CPR
  • Mat Pilates

Meet the Trainers

Michael Veras

ISSA Certified Personal Trainer

Throughout Mikes training career he has worked with a diverse population in achieving fitness goals and enhancing their lives. His tailor made programs use a variety of modalities keeping clients continuously engaged. Mike has completed extensive continuing education toward fitness and nutritional programming in optimizing body composition, core strength and mobility. His objective is to not only have clients look good, but to enhance energy levels and stay injury free.

Certifications Attained

  • International Sports Science Association (ISSA)
  • Certified Poliquin Biosignature Modulation Body Composition

Diana Kloorfain

Personal Trainer

My philosophy is simple: There are few things a long walk outside can’t help. I believe in daily movement, balanced eating (most of the time!), and lots of laughter are keys to a happy, healthy life. Fitness has always been a cornerstone of my life, from my days as a gymnast to completing the New York Marathon, two New York Half Marathons, multiple Triathlons, and several Spartan Sprints. I’m dedicated to sharing my love of movement and fitness with my clients.

Specialties

  • Weight loss
  • Muscle Growth
  • Strength Training

Certifications Attained

  • NASM CPT

  • CPR/AED

  • NASM Nutrition Certification

George Garcia

Personal Trainer

I’ve been a personal trainer for nearly 25 years and have worked with everyone from teen athletes to seniors. I am a KBC Kettlebell coach as well as a certified boxing/kickboxing instructor. I also have specialties in pre/post natal, post-rehab in addition to strength and conditioning. Let’s work out!

Certifications Attained

  • AFAA Personal Trainer
  • KBC Kettlebell Instructor
  • Integrated Stretching
  • Post Rehab
  • Pre/Post Natal
  • Boxing/Kickboxing

Eric (Hang-Yu) Liu

Pilates Instructor

Born in Taiwan, Eric (Hang-Yu) Liu was a 2016 Fulbright fellow. Before exploring Gaga in Israel with the sponsorship of Cloud Gate Dance Theater of Taiwan, he trained with National Ballet School of Iceland. In New York he studied at Gelsey Kirkland Ballet Academy and Joffrey Ballet School. Eric found his passion for Pilates from his dance training, believing that Pilates is beneficial to every ‘body’. In addition, Eric is a certified yoga instructor.

Specialties

  • Prenatal and postnatal Pilates
Core strength, stability and flexibility training
  • Body alignment and posture improvement
  • Pain management with Pilates exercises

Certifications Attained

  • Certified Comprehensive Classical Pilates Instructor
  • Mat Pilates
  • 200 Yoga Teacher Training Certification
  • AED/CPR

Dylan Decandia

Personal Trainer

Dylan’s passion for fitness started at a young age. Growing up as an ice hockey, track and field,and lacrosse athlete his interests, naturally progressed into weightlifting and running. Dylan is a graduate of FTPI 600 hour master class program. Dylan started his career in personal training seven years ago and continues to grow and learn more each day.

Specialties

  • Bodybuilding
  • Strength training
  • Circuit training

Certifications Attained

  • American sports and fitness Association
  • AED/CPR

Adam Powell

Personal Trainer

Adam is a seasoned personal trainer with over a decade of experience helping clients transform their bodies and boost their confidence.
Known as The Fit Gent on his popular YouTube channel, Adam shares expert advice, workout routines, and motivational content to help people stay on track and push their limits.
Adam’s mission is simple: to make fitness efficient, effective, and empowering for everyone.

Specialties

  • Program Design
  • Circuit Training

Certifications Attained

  • AED/CPR

  • NASM