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Samantha Lazaris

I left my job as the assistant fitness director at the Detroit Athletic Club in Oct of 2014 to pursue my dreams of starting my own in-home training business. This was by far the best decision I have ever made in my life! Throughout the last few years in my life, I have found that my sole purpose on this planet is to inspire and motivate people to live happier and healthier lifestyles.
I graduated from Central Michigan University (Fire up Chips!) in 2012 with a Dual-Major in Entrepreneurship and Health Fitness with a Minor in Nutrition. I am a Certified Personal Trainer through ACSM and a Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist through NASM. I specialize in women’s weight loss, nutrition and core conditioning.
Rosie Michalak

I love to make exercising fun and help others see their true potential through fitness! If I can make one person smile or make one individual’s day,
I have done my job. My goal is to make class enjoyable and encourage women to step out of their comfort zones to try new things. It’s amazing what one can discover and do!
Amanda Decker

At NPTI, I had over 200 hours of nutrition training and 300 hours of practical and technical body movement training. I’ve been everywhere in terms of my own fitness journey so I believe I have a pretty good understanding of what it feels like to be a client. I’ve been underweight, slightly overweight, flabby, toned, and now what I feel is just right. I’ve been paleo, low carb, If It Fits Your Macros, vegetarian, and now vegan for nearly two years, so I understand most diets and nutrition styles. And most importantly, I’ve had my butt kicked in workouts and know how to motivate people through that madness. My mission is to instill in my clients that fitness and eating well is never punishment, but rather an exciting and fulfilling way to live your BEST life! Have the cookie, but not ten. Drink the wine, but don’t go nuts. ;) #balance!!
Outside of Ohana, I am an animal lover, interior design lover, grammar-obsessed, married dog momma who loves to curl up to Netflix marathons and sit at restaurants for hours with my friends and family.
Vanessa Lopatka

After 22 years of yo-yo dieting, crying in dressing rooms and binge eating until I felt sick, I took control of my health and am now down 70 pounds through good food choices and exercise. I’ve found a love for being in a gym and fitness studio and am so thankful to be surrounded by motivated and driven women that keep me dedicated each day! Helping women realize their own strength (and build the muscles that come along with it) has made such a positive impact in my own life.
Haley Vay Beaman

I was born shortly after Halley’s comet flew through the sky and was raised in Williamsburg, VA (hence the southern draw and double first name). I received my BA in Theology at Roanoke College in Salem, VA where I also studied Spanish and Psychology; I then completed my Master of Divinity at The Lutheran Theological Seminary in Gettysburg, PA (where I met my husband, Bryn, in cycling class!); and I’m currently pursuing my Doctor of Ministry in Detroit.
Bryn and I recently relocated to Michigan in early 2017 for his career. Shortly thereafter I was connected with Ohana Fitness and Wellness by a mutual friend. Today, I couldn’t be more grateful to be part of such a strong wellness community of women that is truly so uniquely inspired and beautiful in every way.
R.I.P.P.E.D. – The One Stop Body Shock®
Stands for Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, and Diet. R.I.P.P.E.D. is high-energy fitness fuel! With a slogan of “cardio, weights, FUN, done!” you are sure to be engaged, while burning fat and building muscle. Led by your certified instructor in a full-body 50-55 minute cardio-strength routine, you’ll burn anywhere from 750-1000 calories! This program is designed to be a plateau-proof party in every class! “R.I.P.P.E.D. Is for Every-Body!” People of every age and fitness ability love R.I.P.P.E.D. and we know you will too! www.rippedplanet.com
Melissa Brode

She uses her honest words, creativity, and fun-loving personality to inspire and empower others to break through personal barriers and live life to their fullest potential.
Melissa graduated from Oakland University with a degree in Business Administration/Marketing, completed her RYT 200 Yoga Certification (twice) through Red Lotus Yoga, and received her Life Coach Certification through Soul Space in Rochester.
Melissa discovered Ohana Fitness and Wellness and felt instantly connected to our mission of promoting the health and wellbeing of women in the community! She is excited to be welcomed into the Ohana family and cannot wait to utilize her background and personal experiences amongst this amazing group of women!
Outside of this work, she is a photographer, self-proclaimed crazy dog lady, adventure seeker, and lover of all things outdoors.
Kaity Morelli

As a dancer of 25 years, I have always found the functional and expressive movement of dance to be inherently therapeutic. Not to mention the incredible work out you can get! This is why I absolutely love teaching barre, yoga, and other strengthening classes. Focusing on technique, alignment, and efficiency has really impacted the way I move throughout life, and I love putting these fundamental techniques into practice for my students!
Throughout my career, I have continually experienced the inherent joy that comes from teaching others. The privilege of guiding another in their practice, to be invited on their wellness journey–is truly an honor. As a dance/movement therapist and professional counselor, it is my mission to be a guide in the healing of others. Teaching yoga, barre, and fitness classes are no different! It is an incredible gift to witness the growth of human potential in my students, and to experience the divine bliss of following my life’s purpose.
Erin Saba

I always told myself that I wanted to help change at least one persons life. With being part owner of Ohana, I know that I will be able to fulfill that dream. I am on a mission to do just that. Having certifications that include: certified personal trainer, certified group exercise instructor, certified specialist in fitness nutrition, booty barre and turbo kick, I use my education and experience to lead women to use both fitness sand nutrition to see results and accomplish their weight loss goals.
Providing women with the confidence to know that they are worthy of the time and effort it takes to have a weight loss story and for them to realize they deserve it. I strive to help them understand that healthy doesn’t have to be just for them, it can be for the whole family, and making fitness and nutrition fun and something to look forward to.
Kate Hanser

Namaste 🙏🏼
Ashley

Ashley is a military wife of 13 years. She and her husband have three beautiful daughters. She has lived all over the World, including six years in Europe, but she calls Indiana home. Michigan became their new home in the summer of 2015.
Ashley has always been health conscious, but it wasn’t until after her third child in 2012 when she became very focused and serious with her fitness journey. She worked hard for three years to get her pre-baby body back. What she didn’t know was that she had a DR and almost everything she was doing was working against her “baby pooch”. This is one reason she is so passionate about reaching the postpartum moms as soon as she can, after delivery. Had she known then what she knows now, her journey may have been much different. Although she wouldn’t change any of it, because now she helps educate other women in this often ignored, yet very important area in women’s health
Ashley started her own business, BeYoutiful Within, in June 2016 and has already helped hundreds of women correct leaking (incontinence), alleviate lower back pain, reduce their baby belly, and helped them reach their specific goals. She hopes to continue to reach out to as many women as possible through local chiropractors, doulas, Midwifes, OBGYNs, physical therapists, lactation consultants and anyone else related to women’s health.
Ashley is very passionate about helping the postpartum mom, no matter how long it has been. Ashley has helped moms who are as little as three weeks postpartum all the way to 30 plus years postpartum. The program she teaches can be modified so that it makes a perfect fit for each woman and where they are at in their own unique journey. Ashley understands the struggles of everyday life as a mother. This is why the services she provides are flexible and she works with her clients to best suit their needs. Ashley sees clients in their homes, has various locations she can offer private sessions, and teaches classes and workshops all over Metro – Detroit.
Moorey

Kelli Hodas

My journey began after a quick 20lb weight gain over a summer working on Mackinac Island! I started exercising like crazy and really started getting interested in how the body works, so I started investigating and researching. I found out that this could be a career for me so I went with it! Little did I know this shy introverted woman you see today fulfilled a piece of me that I never thought existed! it’s not about me anymore it’s what I can give to others in terms of health, fitness, encouragement, strength, fulfillment, laughs, smiles, sexiness, motivation, friendship, compassion and to know that each person I come in contact with knows their worthy and loved!
I will give you the best possible workout and will always make it challenging, fun and different so boredom never sets in. My passions have recently shifted from mostly Zumba to focusing more on Hiit style formats Tabata , Hiit, Bootcamp and focused groups like Butts and Guts and Core.
My journey is ongoing but I know Ohana was a place I needed to be a part of, they are not a gym where faces are just a payment they truly care about each and every person, their goals, accomplishments and self-worth… they are a team!
Melissa Stratton
Hi all! My name is Melissa Stratton, your resident POUND Pro at Ohana! I was thrilled when Erin and Sam asked me to be part of this amazing tribe! The energy, camaraderie, and overall positivity within everyone is inspiring and contagious!
I graduated from Michigan State University with degrees in Theatre and Psychology, and then got a Masters degree from Oakland in Counseling Psychology. I’m married to an awesome guy, and have three equally awesome (albeit sassy) young daughters. In fact, if not teaching, you can usually find me being a human jungle gym and chasing these girls around somewhere!
I’ve always been an active person, but didn’t consider becoming an instructor until I stepped into a POUND class and immediately realized: I NEED this in my life! Teaching POUND, I get to be a rockstar, inspire others, and help people forget about their worries outside of class. The upbeat music, party atmosphere, and the killer workout are just extras! I love showing non-dancers that they can move their bodies in a fluid way and get a great full-body workout. Anyone can be a rockstar! POUND is for all ages and all stages. My kids love to “assist” me when I’m learning new tracks and my husband even thinks it’s pretty cool!
My family now has a mother that is motivated, healthy, and ready to live each day to the fullest. I can only imagine where this wonderful adventure will take me next!
Whether you’re new or established in your fitness journey, I invite you to put your hand over your heart. Feel the engine that has keeps you going – keeps you LIVING. It’s time to make your heart POUND harder, beat faster and love itself more!
Vina

I am thrilled to work with Ohana as I am passionate about the prenatal/ postpartum journey. I understand the struggle with body dysmorphia, gaining and losing the weight, most frustratingly diastasis recti (abdominal separation) and how to overcome the challenges of new Mommy hood while maintaining autonomy and a sense of self. Whoa!
I am a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, RYT200 Yoga (with several yoga certifications including SUP Yoga, Prenatal, Kidding Around Yoga, Warriors for Healing, Yoga for Trauma Survivors and Aerial Yoga) and Group Exercise Certified Instructor.
I am a beach loving, sandy toes kinda girl who loves to spend the day out on my paddle board doing SUP Yoga! If I’m outdoors I’m happy. My family just moved here from Florida and we are eager to experience all the beauty that Michigan has to offer, even the winters!
Nicole Mikulski

Outside of teaching, I lead a very passionate career as a physical therapist, enjoy all forms of activity and exercise, and enjoy spending time with my new husband, family and friends, and of course my dog Teddy!
Katie Attard

A self-proclaimed Ohana “lifer” since my first class in 2016; I’ve made it a priority to help these wonderful ladies in any way I can to bring the life-changing programs they’ve created to women far and near. From organization to logistics, to program and event coordination; I’m the one behind the scenes helping to keep things running smoothly.
Lizzy Darke

I am your TLC and Piloxing Instructor at Ohana. I have been teaching group fitness for 5 years now. I fell into fitness after a long career in dance. Fun fact: I spent 6 years working on cruise ships, and yes, it was a blast.. and I always recommend Alaskan cruises or Baltic cruising to everyone! Seriously both itineraries are beautiful !!!
When I began instructing, I found workout styles that are total body but encompassed dance concepts to be my favorite. My knowledge of body alignment, muscles usage and technique have made me a one of a kind instructor. TLC: Tone Lengthen Core, is a fantastic class for newbies- do not let the cute name fool you because it is Tough! It brings together concepts of pilates with stretching and barre principals. Piloxing is full-blown cardio!!! It combines Boxing Pilates and Dance, so get your party pants on because we spent 45 minutes sweating it out. You can find my classes at 8:30am Tuesday and Thursday. Come check me out! You will for sure fall in love!
Meghan Korte

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