About us

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I raised my own family on Steamboat Island. 

I stay active by… playing my favorite game: tennis!

In my free time, you can find me… playing my guitar. 

The best part about working at STAC is… mixing it up with our team and our members. 

For me, being healthy means… living a balanced life including friends, family, exercise, and hopefully good food!

My favorite quote is… “How will I live this day as the blessing that it is?” (Anonymous)

Paco oversees all project management for the athletic club, and keeps things running smoothly for our team and our members. He is originally from Granada, Spain and currently lives in Olympia with his wife and son. For Paco, being at STAC has made it easy to develop wonderful connections and friendships with the members of the local community.

Paco enjoys spending quality family time with his wife and son. His immediate and extended family still live in Spain, but they stay connected as much as possible. In his free time, Paco likes to play tennis at the club.

I have lived in Washington… since 2014. I am originally from San Diego county and live in Olympia.  

I stay active by… teaching group fitness classes and walking my dog. 

In my free time, you can find me… watching comedy, playing video games, singing, reading, and trying new vegan recipes. I am also a freelance writer and web designer. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the opportunity to be creative and innovate the health and fitness industry. It has been a gift to lead and work alongside such passionate people while serving this amazing community. 

For me, being healthy means… caring for all eight dimensions of wellness. This takes health beyond your physical body into your emotions, mindset, relationships, work, and finances. I value balance in creating total wellness in my life and in the lives of others. 

My favorite quote is… “Our own life has to be our message.” (Thich Nhat Hanh)

Credentials: Certified Master Trainer in Personal Training, Nutrition, & Corrective Exercise, TRX Certified, Certified Health Coach, Certified Water Aerobics Instructor, Certified Pool Operator (CPO), Food Protection Manager

I have lived in Washington… since 2014. I am originally from Southern California.

I stay active by… walking and hiking with friends, and of course, yoga!

In my free time, you can find me… reading and taking courses locally and online. In summer I am outside climbing, swimming, mountaineering, and fishing, and in winter I stay busy with cooking, canning, and mushroom hunting. I love learning new things! 

The best part about working at STAC is… being able to learn from our diverse team and community so we can share ways to connect mind and body. I wish to introduce modern and traditional training styles and connect with members through services designed to build strong bodies and relaxed minds. 

For me, being healthy means… being in tune with my body, my mind, my spirit, and the earth’s changes and rhythms. Drinking enough water, eating and supporting local whole foods and organic farms, and playing both indoors and outdoors. I value environmental and social health and spend time with friends and family in ways that will support health in our community and not cause harm to our shared resources. 

My favorite quote is… ““How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives. What we do with this hour, and that one, is what we are doing. A schedule defends from chaos and whim. It is a net for catching days. It is a scaffolding on which a worker can stand and labor with both hands at sections of time. A schedule is a mock-up of reason and order—willed, faked, and so brought into being; it is a peace and a haven set into the wreck of time; it is a lifeboat on which you find yourself, decades later, still living.” (Amy Dillard, The Writing Life)

Credentials: Certified Yoga Teacher (RYA), Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach, B.A. Sociology

I have lived in Washington… for most of my life. I spent a year in Alaska and 5 years in Connecticut when I was in my 20’s and 30’s. I always came back to my hometown in Shelton, where I live now. 

I stay active by… walking and riding my bike! I love it. I also recently started swimming right here at STAC. 

In my free time, you can find me… reading, baking, playing board games, and watching Netflix. I’ll take true crime any day. 

The best part about working at STAC is… building relationships with members and my fellow staff. 

For me, being healthy means… everything. I’m learning daily how what you do now directly impacts your future. 

My favorite quote is… “I knew exactly what to do. But in a much more real sense, I had no idea what to do.” (Michael Scott from The Office)

I have lived in Washington… since 2013. I am originally from Massachusetts. 

I stay active by… swimming and hiking.

In my free time, you can find me… playing board games. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the people. The staff and members make this a great place to be.  

For me, being healthy means… having health in mind, body, and soul. 

My favorite quote is… “The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” (Helen Keller)

Credentials: Certified Lifeguard, ASCA Level 2 Swim COach, NFHS, Certified Water Aerobics Instructor

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I was  born and raised in Seattle and currently live in Spanaway, though I am moving back to Olympia before long.  

I stay active by… lifting weights, especially lightweight with higher reps. I also love to play with my kids. 

In my free time, you can find me… adventuring in the wilderness on hikes. I am also a pretty good cook! 

The best part about working at STAC is… the camaraderie that all of the staff have with each other. My goal is to continue to give members a clean and comfortable space to come into, and hopefully one day help train people to get stronger and healthier. 

For me, being healthy means… creating a stability in your life that you can’t find anywhere else. It’s very important to me. 

My favorite quote is… “There’s not much that I know about the future, but one thing I do know is that everything is going to be alright.” (Anonymous)

Credentials: Certified Lifeguard

I have lived in Washington… since 2019. I am originally from Seoul, Korea and currently live in Olympia. 

I stay active by… playing tennis. 

In my free time, you can find me… playing or watching sports. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the flexibility and friendly staff. 

For me, being healthy means… remembering to take care of your body even though it is the biggest part of life that we sometimes forget about. 

My favorite quote is… “Never regret. If it’s good, it’s wonderful. If it’s bad, it’s experience.” (Victoria Holt)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I was born in Seattle, raised in Renton, and now reside in Oakville. 

I stay active by… walking and working outdoors. 

In my free time, you can find me… drumming, snowboarding, hiking, and kayaking. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the nice people, plus the variety of challenges in my work. 

For me, being healthy means… having energy, happiness, and a functional body. 

My favorite quote is… “Monkey see, monkey do.” (Anonymous)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I am originally from Marysville and now live on Steamboat Island.  

I stay active by… riding motocross. 

In my free time, you can find me… drawing or sketching. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the environment and exposure to opportunities. 

For me, being healthy means… being conscious of what your body needs and doing your best to accomplish that. 

My favorite quote is… “The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.” (Marcus Aurelius)

I have lived in Washington… since 2021. I am originally from Idaho and relocated to Olympia with my family to work at STAC. 

I stay active by… competing in tennis tournaments. 

In my free time, you can find me… spending time with my family and staying busy as a father of 3. 

The best part about working at STAC is… helping people get better at tennis and forming a family tennis community. 

For me, being healthy means… living with longevity. 

My favorite quote is… “You cannot microwave tennis.” (Anonymous)

Credentials: USPTA Certification (2010), Fort Greene Open Doubles Champion (2016), CUNY Men’s Tennis Coach of the Year (2009 & 2016)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I still live right here in Olympia. 

I stay active by… hiking. 

In my free time, you can find me… painting.

The best part about working at STAC is… getting to be part of a community I have known forever! 

For me, being healthy means… being active and eating right! 

My favorite quote is… “I hate losing more than I love winning.” (Serena Williams)

I have lived in Washington… since the 80’s. I am originally from Long Island, NY. 

I stay active by… doing yard work. 

In my free time, you can find me… playing ping pong. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the chance to make more friends. 

For me, being healthy means… having the ability to do what I want, when I want, for as long as I want. 

My favorite quote is… “Success is outliving your failures.” (Erna Bombek)

John has been teaching tennis for almost 40 years and has loved almost every minute of it. He is originally from Polson, Montana and currently lives in Lacey. He has been with STAC since it opened in 2015, and has really enjoyed being part of the growth and changes. For him, it is so fulfilling to see his students improve, all while making tennis fun and continuing to learn to do it better every day.

John and his wife Cheri have two kids, a daughter Amanda who is at UW and a son Michael who is at PLU. They also have a loving dog named Sassy. John loves the summers in Washington and enjoys getting out to play golf when the weather permits. He also likes to play cards and has started to fall for pickleball, which keeps him busy during those colder months.

I have lived in Washington… since 2017. I am originally from Corvallis, Oregon and currently live in Elma. 

I stay active by… hiking. 

In my free time, you can find me… reading. I am an English teacher and librarian at Tumwater High School, so I know way too much about books!

The best part about working at STAC is… connecting with young players and helping them have fun while learning tennis, a truly lifelong sport. 

For me, being healthy means… listening to your body, fueling it well, pushing it to its limits, and thanking it for all it can do. 

My favorite quote is… “So make friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it. You’ve got no reason to be afraid. You’re on your own, kid, yeah, you can face this.” (Taylor Swift)

I have lived in Washington… my entire life. I was born and raised in Olympia and still live here. 

I stay active by… taking my dogs to the ocean with my husband. Them getting the zoomies in the surf is truly a sight to sea! 

In my free time, you can find me… practicing yoga, meditation, and creating new recipes. I also love to teach my dogs new tricks. 

The best part about working at STAC is… being part of a team that prioritizes health and wellness in unique ways. It is very inspiring and makes working here not feel like work at all. 

For me, being healthy means… living a healthy balance of activity and stillness in ways that bring me joy. 

My favorite quote is… “Ask, and you will be given what you ask for. Seek, and you will find. Knock, and the door will be opened.” (Jesus)

Credentials: Licensed Massage Therapist

I have lived in Washington… since 1983. I was born in Minnesota, raised in Tucson, and now live in Tumwater. 

I stay active by… walking, gardening, and swimming. Any kind of movement I can get! 

In my free time, you can find me… singing, reading, and cooking. 

The best part about working at STAC is… being able to add mental and emotional wellbeing to STAC’s holistic approach to health. 

For me, being healthy means… taking the best care of yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally, and to feel good and comfortable where you are. 

My favorite quote is… “Between stimulus and response there is space. In that space lies our freedom and our power to choose our response. In our response likes our growth and happiness.” (Victor Frank)

Credentials: M.Ed./Counseling, Certified Senior Advisor, Certified Peer Counselor, Licensed Counselor

I have lived in Washington… since 2018. I am originally from Minnesota and now live in Olympia. 

I stay active by… doing functional fitness movements where I am building, creating, improving, and contributing. 

In my free time, you can find me… volunteering with Mason County Search and Rescue, Mason County Dive Unit, and with South Mason as a Firefighter/EMT. I also enjoy extreme sports, music, the arts, and spending time with my amazing husband and 2 children. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the atmosphere, convenience, and most of all the wonderful people I get to see everyday! 

For me, being healthy means… living a happy, healthy, well-balanced life where staying active is fun and not a chore.  

My favorite quote is… “Life has its ups and downs – we call them squats!” (Anonymous)

Credentials: Certified Personal Trainer (NASM)

I have lived in Washington… most of my life. I was born in sunny California but moved to Thurston County in 1996 where I was raised and currently live.  

I stay active by… weight lifting and hiking. 

In my free time, you can find me… hiking, traveling, and listening to music. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the family atmosphere and connections with each client. They all share a similarity in wanting to work on themselves each day, whether it’s in or out of the saddle in my class. 

For me, being healthy means… setting time to work on yourself mentally, physically, emotionally, and nutritionally, and having a balance in all of those. Health is enjoying life and filling it with things that energize you while giving yourself grace. 

My favorite quote is… “Health isn’t about being ‘perfect’ with food or exercise or herbs. Health is about balancing those things with your desires. It’s about nourishing your spirit as well as your body.” (Golda Poretsky)

Credentials: Certified Cycling Instructor

I have lived in Washington… since 2019. My family originates from the beautiful islands of Hawaii and now lives on beautiful Steamboat Island. 

I stay active by… lifting weights. 

In my free time, you can find me… outdoors or hula dancing! I am a professional hula dancer with a local group. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the professionalism and uniformity. I also love that STAC has a sport I’ve never played, but hope to when I grow up! 

For me, being healthy means… being able to play and participate in my kids’ whole lives, and to live independently for all of my days. 

My favorite quote is… “Words are energy and cast spells… Change the way you speak about yourself and you can change your life.” (Bruce Lee)

Credentials: Certified Zumba Instructor

I have lived in Washington… my whole life, in Shelton. 

I stay active by… walking.

In my free time, you can find me… hiking, teaching, or at church. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the amazing membership base. 

For me, being healthy means… being mobile my whole life and feeling energetic. 

My favorite quote is… “No matter how slow you go, you are still lapping everybody on the couch.” (Darren Nolander)

Credentials: Certified HIIT Instructor

I have lived in Washington… since 2016. I moved to Olympia from San Juan Capistrano and currently live in the Ken Lake community,

I stay active by… playing tennis. 

In my free time, you can find me… bicycling and doing water activities. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the wonderful team to work with here, and the equally wonderful members to meet and converse with. 

For me, being healthy means… aspiring to and maintaining the best possible quality of life. 

My favorite quote is… “I refuse to join any club that would have someone like me as a member.” (Groucho Marx)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I was born and raised in Olympia. 

I stay active by… skiing, playing tennis, and playing volleyball. 

In my free time, you can find me… playing with my dogs. I love to take them out paddle boarding in the summer. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the welcoming and cheerful community. 

For me, being healthy means… treating my body well and making sure I am eating nutritional food. 

My favorite quote is… “Opportunities don’t happen. You create them.” (Chris Gosser)

Credentials: Certified Lifeguard

I have lived in Washington… all my life. I live on Steamboat Island and went to Griffin Elementary for K-8. Now I go to Capital High School. 

I stay active by… practicing 3-4 times a week on my dance team. We dance year-round! 

In my free time, you can find me… baking and hanging out with my family and friends. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the friendly environment. Everyone here is so welcoming to newcomers and not afraid to start a conversation. 

For me, being healthy means… staying active while taking care of my body. It is vital to keep your body healthy, especially with the dance that I do. 

My favorite quote is… “Those who dare to fail miserably can achieve greatly.” (John F. Kennedy)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I live in Olympia. 

I stay active by… playing tennis and hiking outdoors. 

In my free time, you can find me… doing gymnastics and playing all kinds of sports with my friends. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the amazing clients! I also like the welcoming work environment that we have here. 

For me, being healthy means… being able to do the things I love without restriction. 

My favorite quote is… “Some people look for a beautiful place. Others make a place beautiful.” (Hazrat Inayat Khan)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I was born here in Olympia. 

I stay active by… playing soccer.

In my free time, you can find me… hiking, playing video games, and working out. 

The best part about working at STAC is… how friendly my coworkers are. I also love working out here! 

For me, being healthy means… not only being fit on the outside, but also having a good mental mindset and being healthy on the inside. 

My favorite quote is… “Worrying does not take away tomorrow’s troubles. It takes away today’s peace.” (Anonymous)

I have lived in Washington… for about 13 years, in Olympia. I am originally from the Philippines. 

I stay active by… playing tennis. 

In my free time, you can find me… riding motocross and playing the piano. 

The best part about working at STAC is… gaining experience working with various people. 

For me, being healthy means… staying active.

My favorite quote is… “Don’t keep the sky as your limit when there are footprints on the moon.” (Paul Brandt)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life and still live in Olympia. 

I stay active by… going on hikes. 

In my free time, you can find me… fishing and going to the gym. 

The best part about working at STAC is… having the chance to get to know the community a little better.  

For me, being healthy means… being happy and comfortable with yourself. 

My favorite quote is… “If you set your goals ridiculously high and it’s a failure, you will fail above everyone else’s success.” (James Cameron)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life and still reside in Olympia. 

I stay active by… dancing and running. 

In my free time, you can find me… doing jigsaw puzzles. I’m very good at them! 

The best part about working at STAC is… being able to greet and meet new people.  

For me, being healthy means… staying active in a way that makes you happy. 

My favorite quote is… “Be a leader, not a follower. Never let anyone tell you what you can and cannot be.” (Vernon Davis)

I have lived in Washington… my entire life and still live in Olympia.  

I stay active by… playing tennis. 

In my free time, you can find me… working out, hiking, and reading philosophy.

The best part about working at STAC is… being able to motivate others to keep on their fitness journey. 

For me, being healthy means… doing activities that improve your mental, physical, and spiritual health, such as meditation, yoga, sports, and getting outside. 

My favorite quote is… “I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, and compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.” (Lao Tzu)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life and still live here in Olympia.  

I stay active by… going to the gym and lifting weights. 

In my free time, you can find me… backpacking, hiking, and camping outdoors and staying in to catch a new movie. I also love to seek out new leadership opportunities. 

The best part about working at STAC is… meeting new people and having a place to develop greater skills in customer service.  

For me, being healthy means… building a better life for yourself, because when you are healthy, it shows in everything you do every day. 

My favorite quote is… “Who you were does not have to define who you are.” (Clone Wars)

I have lived in Washington… most of my life, in Olympia. 

I stay active by… running and hiking. 

In my free time, you can find me… homebrewing, skiing, hunting, shooting, and watching sports. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the opportunity to grow, specifically pursuing fitness training credentials to be able to help other people at the gym. 

For me, being healthy means… managing life commitments and creating time to work on personal fitness goals. 

My favorite quote is… “Leaders eat last.” (Simon Sinek)

Credentials: Certified Lifeguard

I have lived in Washington… my whole life, in Olympia. 

I stay active by… hiking and swimming. 

In my free time, you can find me… wakeboarding, listening to music, and reading. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the community! Everyone is super nice and always a joy to talk to. 

For me, being healthy means… being physically active and having a good mental space. 

My favorite quote is… “Whatever you do, always give 100%. Unless you’re donating blood.” (Bill Murray)

Credentials: Certified Lifeguard

I have lived in Washington… for most of my life. I lived here when I was really little and moved back in 2013. 

I stay active by… playing tennis and swimming. 

In my free time, you can find me… baking and cross-stitching. 

The best part about working at STAC is… how friendly everyone is. I really hope to contribute to the welcoming atmosphere! 

For me, being healthy means… living a balanced life. 

My favorite quote is… “I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” (Albert Einstein)

Credentials: Certified Lifeguard

I have lived in Washington… my whole life. I still live in Olympia. 

I stay active by… strength training. 

In my free time, you can find me… listening to great music, cooking delicious foods, and helping others achieve their goals. 

The best part about working at STAC is… being able to keep everyone safe and become part of this great community. 

For me, being healthy means… living with balance in all aspects of your life and pushing yourself to achieve physical and mental goals. 

My favorite quote is… “I hate every minute of training, but I said, ‘Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.’” (Muhammad Ali)

I have lived in Washington… most of my life. I currently live in Grays Harbor. 

I stay active by… hiking and walking my dogs. 

In my free time, you can find me… hiking, traveling, sign painting, spending time outdoors, and being with my family and dogs. 

The best part about working at STAC is… that it is a work family. 

For me, being healthy means… staying active and eating healthy. 

My favorite quote is… “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” (Dolly Parton)

I have lived in Washington… since 2023. I was born in New York and raised in Florida before moving to the Pacific Northwest. 

I stay active by… walking and running in the woods. If I have a partner, I also enjoy fencing, archery, and going out to the gun range to work on my aim. 

In my free time, you can find me… playing team or community games on my PC, working on video essays. I am an education major and am very passionate about representing students who come from rough backgrounds and promoting disability awareness. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the healthy work/life balance while I finish my Master’s Degree and eventually start teaching. 

For me, being healthy means… having a sound soul resting in a sound mind and body. I believe that one needs to maintain a conscious awareness of self in many ways. 

My favorite quote is… “The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed.” (Carl Jung)

I have lived in Washington… my whole life and currently still live in Olympia. 

I stay active by… hiking in our beautiful forests, especially when autumn rolls around since I am an avid mushroom forager. 

In my free time, you can find me… working as a Doula and helping educate expecting parents on pregnancy and childbirth. I also love to sew and decorate. 

The best part about working at STAC is… the environment of safety and respect. It has been a great place to work where I feel respected. 

For me, being healthy means… having the freedom to do things and enjoy experiences. 

My favorite quote is… “On the other side of fear is freedom.” (Marilyn Ferguson)

Rhonda is eager to meet new faces around the club and support our members with whatever they need! She grew up in Montana on a farm and moved to Olympia in 2017. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to get involved in the health and fitness industry, and often spends time on the courts hitting with her sons.

On the side, Rhonda raises goats on her property for sale for meat, milk, and show. She loves to stay active, from biking and hiking to kayaking. She is an avid reader and spends time reading fiction books from many genres.

I have lived in Washington… since 2009. I am originally from Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania and now live on Steamboat Island. 

I stay active by… playing golf. 

In my free time, you can find me… listening to music. 

The best part about working at STAC is… being part of the community.  

For me, being healthy means… eating well, being mindful, and staying active. 

My favorite quote is… “The problem with self-improvement is knowing when to quit.” (David Lee Roth)