Linda Ross
Boot Camp Instructor:
Linda is the only Authorized Adventure Boot Camp instructor in the Des Moines area and has well over 16 years of experience as a professional in the fitness industry. As a Certified Group Fitness Instructor she has taught a wide variety of fitness classes, including: step aerobics, cardio kickboxing, core muscle conditioning, cycling/spinning, strength and resistance training, circuit training, body sculpting, and Women on Weights. She is also a Certified Pilates Matwork Specialist. Linda holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Iowa State University.
In addition to being a NESTA Certified Adventure Fitness Trainer, Linda is also a Certified Personal Trainer with the American Coucil on Exercise (ACE), a trusted & nationally recognized, non-profit organization that is a leader in the health & fitness industry.
"Fitness really is my passion and my calling. I believe your body is a temple. My job is to help you rebuild your temple. I love what I do and I'm excited about helping you achieve your fitness goals!" -Linda
MY SUPPORT STAFF
Dr. John Spencer Ellis, Fitness & Business Consultant
John Spencer Ellis is a world-renowned fitness expert, exercise therapist, life strategies coach, and business consultant. He is president of NESTA - The National Endurance & Sports Trainers Association and Spencer Institute. Combined, these two international education organizations have over 30,000 graduates.
John is one of the most diversely trained fitnes professionals in the United States, with more than fifteen certifications, including: certified massage therapist, plyometric instructor, self-defense instructor, fitness kick-boxing instructor, water fitness instructor, golf conditioning specialist, Pilates teacher, personal trainer, clinical hypnotherapist, and master PACE circuit training instructor.
In addition, John is on the Advisory Board for the American Association of Personal Trainers and is a Fellow of the National Board of Fitness Examiners. He oversees operations at his facilities - Spencer Escape Fitness Resort, Fast PACE Fitness, and Spencer Wellness Center, all located in California.
Christina Lucy, Program Consultant
Christina has undergone training in challenge course administration and safety. She is a NESTA Certified Personal Trainer and PACE circuit training instructor. She holds a Bachelor's degree in marketing. Like Linda, Christina has taught aerobics and fitness classes for over 14 years. She is also the developer of the "Easy 8" running program.