Reach Instructors
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Meet Your Reach Instructors
Katie Martin
Mind/Body Manager
Katie Martin
Mind/Body Manager
Katie Martin began her yoga journey in 2010 practicing Bikram Yoga. She fell in love yoga’s physical and spiritual benefits. As a busy mom, she knew she needed to tend to herself so she could give her best to others. Katie took her first vinyasa class at in 2013 and instantly was hooked. The beautiful flow reminded her of her days as ballet dancer. Katie has been teaching ballet and Pilates for 20 years and yoga has helped her to remain strong and flexible both in mind and body. Katie is certified in vinyasa, restorative, and trauma sensitive yoga as well as Pilates and Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT). She has led multiple yoga teacher trainings and enrichment programs. Katie resides in the western suburbs with her six children. She is thrilled to be sharing her passion for movement and self-care with her students at the Wheaton Sport Center. At the club since 2023
630-315-5347[email protected]
Corie Rectenwald
The Studio, Pilates & Reach Instructor
Corie Rectenwald
The Studio, Pilates & Reach Instructor
Corie is a certified yoga and Pilates instructor, completing intensive courses on mat, reformer, Cadillac, chair and barrels. Corie was first introduced to Pilates reformer as a way to recover from an injury and quickly fell in love with the practice and its emphasis on alignment and body control. She looks forward to sharing the Pilates principles with clients to help them achieve balance and strength from the inside out. Corie graduated from the University of Illinois – Champaign/Urbana with a background in Health Planning and Administration and has always had a passion for helping others feel their best through movement and exploring the mind-body connection. At the club since 2016
630-315-5347
Gail McLaughlin
Pilates, Reach & Group Fitness Instructor
Gail McLaughlin
Pilates, Reach & Group Fitness Instructor
Gail has 32+ years of AFFA fitness certification and is certified in mat based Pilates by Physical Mind Institute. She holds a Peak Pilates certification for comprehensive beginner/intermediate levels for Reformer and all aparatuses. At the club since: 2007
630-690-0887For lessons with Gail email [email protected]
Karen Flynn
The Studio & Reach Instructor
Karen Flynn
The Studio & Reach Instructor
Karen has been an avid fitness buff who enjoys life through the lens of positive spirituality and physical health. An E-RYT 500 with Yoga Alliance, Karen is grateful to be able to share her love of yoga, REACH, and Pilates with others in both a teaching and management capacity. Karen creates a welcoming environment with students and team members, encouraging self-acceptance, wellness, restoration, and personal growth. Karen especially enjoys the challenge of creating a dynamic and fun sequence in each and every class that connects deeply with her students. Karen is a mother of three and in addition to her professional life she gives of her time to her family as well as various ministries in her parish. At the club since: 2008
Kelly Froehlich
Pilates & Reach Instructor
Kelly Froehlich
Pilates & Reach Instructor
Kelly discovered pilates during her dance training and soon developed a desire to share it with others. She began her teaching career in New York City in 2004 and over the last twenty years has taught both classes and private sessions. As an instructor, her focus is personalizing pilates to meet the needs of each individual or group. She wants her clients to build strength and body awareness that makes them feel energized and agile in their daily lives. Kelly enjoys teaching the fundamentals to beginners, challenging experienced students to reach new levels, and providing effective workouts to those with physical limitations. She is certified through Stott Pilates in mat, reformer, cadillac, chair, and barrels. Kelly also has a BA from Hope College where she studied Dance and Communication. At the club since 2024
630-315-5347[email protected]
Lisa Doherty
Group Fitness & Reach Instructor
Lisa Doherty
Group Fitness & Reach Instructor
Lisa has been teaching group fitness since 1986 (!). Her certifications include General Group Exercise, Spin/Cycle, Yoga, TRX, CRT & Barre, most recently adding REACH classes to that list. What’s kept her in the business so long is the joy of walking alongside members in the journey of learning how to keep their bodies healthy and strong for the long haul, and doing it together. Life’s just more fun with friends! At the club since: 2005