PRESENTERS
PRESENTERS
NUBIA ALBITES, MPH
Nubia Albites, MPH is a public health professional with over a decade of experience promoting community wellness. A certified AEA instructor since 2006, she also holds certifications in Hydropilates, personal coaching, and nutrition counseling. Nubia blends academic expertise with practical fitness leadership to create safe, effective, and results-driven aquatic and wellness programs.
ANN ANTHONY
Ann Anthony has been a group exercise instructor in Miami, Florida, for decades. She served as Aerobics Director and Personal Trainer at the Biltmore Hotel and currently teaches Hydropilates classes and workshops. Ann contributed to the design of the Hydropilates Aqua Band, bringing her extensive experience and expertise to the evolution of aquatic fitness. Her classes focus on strength, flexibility, and mindful movement in the water.
JENNA BOSTIC
Jenna Bostic is an international Zumba® Education Specialist who has been presenting for Zumba® Fitness since 2008. She leads instructor trainings for Zumba® Basic 1 and 2, Step, Toning, and Aqua Zumba®. Featured on ZIN™ #35 and ZIN™ TV, Jenna also holds a degree in Exercise and Sport Science and certifications from ACE, AFAA, and AEA in group fitness, personal training, and aqua fitness.
LEXI BULICH
Lexi Bulich has 20+ years of fitness industry experience in leadership and teaching. She is the former Regional Studio Fitness & Pilates Manager for the Colorado Athletic Clubs in Denver & Boulder, Colorado. Lexi is the Fitness Coordinator for the City of Lafayette, overseeing Group Fitness and Personal Training. Her true passion is dance fitness, and she is honored to share her passion as a LaBlast® Dance Fitness Master Trainer. When not dancing, Lexi can be found teaching a variety of other fitness formats, including indoor cycling, and spending time keeping up with her boys, Chad, Callen & Chase.
KELLY BULLARD, MS
Kelly Bullard is a global fitness educator with 29+ years of experience training and inspiring professionals worldwide. She holds a Master’s Degree in Sports Administration and Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Education and Health Education, with experience as both a university adjunct professor and high school teacher. A Master Trainer and Zumba® Education Specialist, Kelly has presented in 38+ countries and specializes in inclusive, multigenerational fitness.
JACKIE CARROLL
Jackie has been teaching in the fitness industry since 1998. Formerly, a Body Training Systems and Les Mills instructor, she is now focused on classes geared for the Active Agers. Jackie has a true passion for aqua fitness and is WATERinMOTION®, certified, AEA certified, and S.E.A.T. certified and also holds certifications in Aqua Basics and Aqua Advanced, ZUMBA and SCW Active Aging. She teaches WATERinMOTION®, Original, freestyle Aqua Fitness, S.E.A.T. and Senior Boot Camp formats at the YMCA of Southeast Florida.
TOM FORD
Tom holds a degree in Exercise Science along with 16 years of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer. He is a favorite adjunct professor teaching athletic training with over 30 year’s experience in aquatics. Tom has provided personal training, team coaching, and classroom education in the fields of sports medicine, fitness, and aquatics.
ANN GILBERT
Ann Gilbert owns FIT-HER Health & Fitness for Women, leading 50+ trainers. Expert in exercise and aging, she coordinates programs for adults 48-78. An ACE/IHRSA Personal Trainer of the Year and sought-after speaker, Ann is an industry leader and education expert. She develops and teaches SCW Certifications including Active Aging, Aquatic Exercise, Group Fitness, WATERinMOTION®, and S.E.A.T. (Supported Exercise for Ageless Training).
DOMINIC GILI
Dominic Gili is an Aqua Fitness Specialist based in Sydney, Australia, and the founder of AquaFitnessOnline.com—a global on-demand platform offering 350+ innovative water workouts and education for instructors and enthusiasts. Driven by a passion for creative, functional programming and instructor development, Dom is dedicated to keeping aqua classes fresh, effective, and results-driven worldwide.
TANISHA (TANI) HAGGARD
Tani holds a Bachelor of Science in Dance and Psychology and has been active in dance, theater, and sports since adolescence. After Hashimoto’s and autoimmune diagnosis, she pursued health and fitness. Now in Florida, Tani brings passion, energy, strength, and endurance to the industry. She serves on the Fitness Team at Trilogy Orlando, an active aging community in central Florida.
CHRIS HENRY
Chris was the Fitness and Wellness Director, Regional Group Exercise Manager and finally the General Manager at the ACAC Fitness and Wellness Centers. With over 20 years in the industry, Chris received ACAC’s Lifetime Achievement Award, Leadership Person of the Year, and Service Provider of the Year awards. He is a WATERinMOTION® Champion and Master Trainer, known for his leadership skills and creativity. holds certifications from AEA, AFAA, ACE, and Les Mills.
CHERI KULP
Cheri Kulp is a certified fitness professional with 35+ years’ experience in step, weight training, cycling, and aqua fitness. She’s been a personal trainer for 25 years and is the choreographer and Master Trainer for all WATERinMOTION® programs. A former pro-natural bodybuilder, marathoner, and triathlete, Cheri presents at SCW MANIA® and holds certifications from AEA, NASM, Les Mills, and more. She co-founded the WATERinMOTION® Strength program.
CONNIE LAGERHAUSEN
Connie is an experienced Adult Aquatic Specialist with a proven track record of building successful water programs from the ground up. Her expertise spans one-on-one coaching, strength and conditioning, and holistic health promotion, including yoga and group fitness. As a nationally recognized presenter with a strong background in wellness programming, Connie is a dedicated community professional committed to empowering individuals through specialized aquatic training, innovative fitness consulting, and comprehensive health advocacy.
MELISSA LAYNE, MEd
Melissa, Kinesiology faculty at the University of North Georgia, has over 35 years as a respected fitness and nutrition leader. She created SCW Nutrition Coaching for Fitness Professionals, SCW Nutrition, Hormones & Metabolism, and contributed to SCW Active Aging Certifications. Melissa holds a Master’s in Exercise Science, a Bachelor’s in Physical Education, and an Associate’s in Medical Technology. Her educational seminars are consistently sold out.
ROSIE LEMONS, MS, ERYT-200
Rosie has 20+ years teaching fitness, yoga, leadership, and organizational development. She holds a Master’s in Human Development and was adjunct faculty at the University of Rhode Island. Certified as ERYT, C-RYT, ACE CPT, and Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Rosie holds multiple SCW certifications. She currently serves on the Fitness Team at Trilogy Orlando, an active aging community in central Florida.
STEPHANIE NEWBERRY
Stephanie Newberry has been a lifelong fitness enthusiast, blending experience as a competitive runner, martial artist (black belt), personal trainer, and aquatic fitness professional. She brings this diverse background into dynamic, well-structured classes. A sports nutrition specialist and Ayurvedic health coach, Stephanie takes a holistic approach to wellness, helping participants build strength, balance, and vitality from the inside out.
IRENE PLUIMMENTZ, PT
Irene is a licensed physical therapist from the Netherlands and co-owner of One Step Beyond, Inc. Her passion for aquatic therapy led her to earn certifications from AEA and ATRI. Irene integrates hydro-dynamics into her practice and is the inventor of the Aqua-Ω, an innovative adjustable drag resistance water exercise tool used to enhance water-based rehabilitation and fitness programs.
REBECCA SCHULTE
With 18 years in the fitness industry, Rebecca began as an aerobics instructor and expanded into personal training, leadership, and specialized programming. She has served as a Fitness Director, Group Exercise Coordinator, and Chronic Disease Self-Management Specialist. ACE-certified in Group Exercise, Personal Training, and Orthopedic Exercise, she also holds certifications in Spinning®, SilverSneakers®, pregnancy and postnatal training, and senior fitness. She currently works as a Personal Trainer and Orthopedic Exercise Specialist.
ZORAIDA (ZORY) SEPULVEDA, MBA
Zory holds an MBA and is an SCW Fitness Idol winner. As founder of ZS-Wellness and creator of WEPA Fitness, she’s a Holistic Health Coach, Presenter, and Mindful Movement Specialist with over 24 years’ experience. Former AFAA Examiner for the Caribbean, Zory has designed fitness programs for Puerto Rican government agencies and corporations. She also contributes to conventions, magazines, and TV/radio, inspiring and educating audiences island-wide.
LESLEE STEPHENS, MS
Leslee Stephens is Fitness Director for On Top of the World Communities, specializing in active aging and aquatic program development. With 18 years’ experience, she designs evidence-based programs that improve strength, mobility, balance, and longevity. Leslee holds an MS in Exercise Science from Liberty University and a BS from UCF, and is an AFAA CPT, CPO, AEA Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Leader, Matter of Balance Coach, with Elder Options training.
SARA VANDENBERG, MA
Sara, a Minnesota-based fitness presenter with nearly 15 years of experience, began as a WATERinMOTION Champion in 2021 and has since appeared in numerous WATERinMOTION and S.E.A.T. videos. She is a choreographer for S.E.A.T., head choreographer for WATERinMOTION Strength, and a Master Trainer for SOUL Fitness Brands. A member of the LES MILLS TAP Team, Sara holds certifications from ACE, SCW, and BogaFit.
MANUEL VELAZQUEZ
Manuel Velazquez is a WATERinMOTION® Platinum choreographer and SCW Faculty Leader for Yoga and Tai Chi Certifications. With over 20 years in the fitness industry, he has been honored as “All Around International Presenter of the Year.” An RYT-200 certified yoga instructor, Manuel also serves as Head Instructor at Rancho La Puerta Resort & Spa in Tecate, Mexico, where he continues to inspire through movement, mindfulness, and education.
BILLIE WARTENBERG
Teaching since 1988, Billie Wartenberg is an expert in fitness leadership holding degrees in Organizational Leadership and Teacher Education. As Fitness Manager at Trilogy Orlando, she directs high-quality programming for Active Adults (55+). Leveraging her All-Star Cheerleading coaching background, Billie creates inclusive environments that inspire confidence and lasting wellness.
STEFFANIE WILLIAMS
Steffanie Williams is a dynamic WATERinMOTION® Master Trainer who has appeared in multiple instructional videos, inspiring participants nationwide. With over two decades of teaching experience, she’s certified in Les Mills BODYPUMP®, BODYCOMBAT®, CORE™, BODYBALANCE®, and Pilates, plus Schwinn and TRX. Stephanie also leads freestyle aqua and land Boot Camp classes, empowering others to move with strength, confidence, and joy.