Staff

MEET THE TEAM

Learn more about our Bootcamp, Cycle, RISE, and Administrative team at Landmark!

Our Team

Tina

Director – Fitness, Cycle, RISE Studio
Tina has always been an advocate of cycle, yoga, fitness and healthy living. She entered the fitness world years ago through the cycle room! She loved teaching high energy cycle classes and loved helping others to get healthy while having fun, getting motivated and seeing mental and physical results! Tina continued her studies in clinical psychology, later getting her counseling license, leading her to work as a school counselor, an outpatient psychotherapist and a group facilitator for a local cancer foundation. Her love for health and exercise took a back seat as clinical psychology took the front seat for many years. After having two awesome children, Tina was struggling to place cycle, yoga and fitness again as a priority. Balancing being a new mom and a professional counselor left no room for self-care. Fitting in exercise was a huge challenge….at first! Tina quickly understood the power movement and slowly balanced it to be just as much of a priority as being a good Momma! Tina chose to make herself a priority and as a result, slowly began losing stubborn baby weight and gradually got back to herself…actually an even better, healthier, and more fit version, setting a great example for her little humans! Tina’s passion to help others is evident in her therapy work! She slowly started to realize that this passion to help others could also lead her back into the fitness industry resulting in completion of ISSA and IIIA Personal Training, TRX, Spin and 200 hour Yoga certifications! Tina continues to spread healthy living on a daily basis! She loves every minute of helping others reach their full potential mentally, emotionally and physically! Tina is the lucky wife of Dan the Man and mother of the awesome Gavin and Addyson. She enjoys going on adventures with her family which also include her Boxer pup, Harper! The beach or the bay are two places you will find her! It is her mission to share the passion for health and fitness and the self-love she has for herself with others in hopes that they too can experience the good life!
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Paul

Director –  AthletE Performance, Achieve Personal Training, Fight Club

Paul is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist who has been training athletes and general population for almost thirty years. He has worked with male and female athletes at the high school, collegiate, and professional levels of sports ranging from football, baseball, soccer, field hockey and lacrosse to mixed martial arts and BMX racing. A retired police officer and academy instructor, he has taught physical training and defensive tactics at numerous police academies throughout the state.
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Alli

AM Assistant Bootcamp Director

Hi all! Coach Alli Ross here. I’m a Belmar native, a TCNJ graduate, and a NASM certified personal trainer. I still live in Belmar today with my husband, 3 amazing daughters and 1 crazy cockapoo. I’ve been a fitness enthusiast my entire life from playing team sports to just working out on my own. I fell in love with bootcamp style and functional fitness in 2016 thanks to an amazing instructor and friend. I started with Landmark in 2019 as a guest Sunday instructor. I immediately loved the facility, the people and the overall vibe, and I soon became the regular Sunday coach. I’m definitely an early bird, so you’ll mostly find me coaching the 5 and 6ams during the week with an occasional evening class sprinkled in. The thing I love the most about Landmark is definitely the people. I like challenging members to be their best and to have a little bit of fun doing it. When I’m not at LAF, I enjoy staying active with my family.

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Katie

PM Assistant Bootcamp Director
Coach Katie, RI native! Bachelors of Science in Health Science, minor in Psychology from Mercy College. Most of my training stems from my years as a Therapy Aide at Natural Medicine & Rehabilitation and West End Physical Therapy, teaching corrective exercise and progressing patients through their therapy as they transition back into gym life! I’ve taught at two other local gyms in NJ with a focus on group training and semi private training. I am certified through AFAA/NASM, and Functional Anatomy Seminars for Functional Range Conditioning and Kinstretch. Outside of the gym I work alongside a great team at Kale Yeah Salad Shop, Neff’s Nutrition, and moonlight as an Administrative Assistant at an Engineering office. I love working as a trainer. It’s my “fun job”. Being apart of your journey, adding to your tool kits, seeing your transformations, it’s all quite a rewarding experience for me.
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Gina

PM Assistant RISE Director

Hello Hello!! I am Coach Gina Cappiello. I’ve been teaching all types of fitness since 2008. Always being into fitness as a dancer, cheerleader, soccer player & track runner, I started teaching Zumba as an adult. Eventually, Zumba branched out to Aqua Zumba, Barre, Pilates, Rowing, Yoga, Spin & anything else thrown my way. I truly LOVE teaching fitness classes and especially at LAF. Being able to work together to achieve goals and stay healthy has been so fulfilling. When I’m not teaching fitness classes, I am teaching full time Spanish at Mater Dei Prep High School. I teach all levels up to Spanish 4 honors! I fell in love with the Spanish language and culture and have really enjoyed teaching to all levels of students. Outside of school and fitness, I am a mom to two children, Chase & Kylie. They are 12 and 11 and fun fact-they are 11 months apart! In June they are the same age for 24 days. We enjoy staying active together-bike riding, going to the beach, skiing, hiking, kitchen dance parties and playing sports together. I love to cook, read, dance, sun bathe, travel and go on adventures. In the summer time, I teach stand up paddleboard (SUP) lessons & also yoga on the board. Come visit! Right now at LAF, you can catch me teaching Yoga, Pilates & Spin. I love spending that time with new and old friends.
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Michele

AM Assistant RISE Director
Hello everyone! It’s Michele Dougard, your friendly yoga teacher here! A North Jersey transplant, I live in Belmar with my husband and 2 kitties. Ever the scholar, I have degrees from Kean University, Felician University, and UC San Diego. I found meditation at an early age and have been practicing yoga for over 15 years. I am a 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher and have studied many types of yoga, allowing me to create a wonderful environment for my students. My style of teaching is fun and playful as well as insightful, sometimes using unconventional sources for inspiration. I believe my lighthearted approach to teaching puts students at ease, making it inclusive, and allowing them to fully embrace their practice. I’m new to Landmark, having started teaching this Fall, but I love the environment, the dedication of the management and staff and am honored to be part of it. I’m currently teaching a few classes on the schedule and hope to offer more as the yoga area grows and develops. The students I have encountered at Landmark are amazing and I love teaching them! In my free time, I love to explore new places and restaurants. Namaste!

Ashley

Member Services Team Lead

Hello! My name is Ashley! I was born and raised in Rhode Island but have fallen in love with the Jersey Shore and planted myself here to stay! I am on the Member Services team here at LAF and love every minute of it! I love people (my degree is in psychology) and LAF has quickly become a community to me! Working full time remotely with a Traveling Nurse company I understand the importance of getting away from a computer screen and prioritizing health, fitness, growth and relationships. I am passionate about seeing others (and myself) grow and breakthrough what once may have seemed impossible! This place is like no other gym. The multiple studios that are offered are all incredible and each coach is knowledgeable to instruct, train and care for each member. Looking forward to meeting you soon!

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Erin

Bootcamp
Hello all! I am Erin North and I have been a Trainer at Landmark Athletics and Fitness (then MADDOG) since June 2019. I grew up in Southern Vermont on my family run dairy farm until I was 11 years old, when we then moved to my parents hometown of Arlington, were I excelled on the softball field. My freshman year I visited my older brother who was attending Virginia Tech and fell in love with all things maroon and orange and southern. I carried that love through high school and walked onto the 2001 Virginia Tech softball team. In my Junior year the world of Strength and Conditioning became my focus and upon my graduation in 2005, with my B.S. in Exercise and Health Promotion, I certified as a Strength and Conditioning Coach. My love and passion as an athlete carried over to being a coach and in 2007 I moved to NJ “for a job” but also because my now husband, was born and raised and living here. Fast forward nearly 13 years, buying a house, two damaging hurricanes and 3 babies……and today I am a very busy mom of 2 girls and 1 boy, who are growing and challenging me to be my best for them everyday. Justin and I have worked together to build a strong, respectful and loving home and nothing makes us happier than a hard weeks work ending with a Friday night fire pit, surrounded by good friends and a yard full of kids. The last two years at LAF have been important for me to balance the responsibilities of wife, mom and me. I am forever grateful for the invitation to attend that first free class, the recognition of my purpose, the friendships I have built and the opportunity to have a positive impact on others lives! If you are looking for a place to help you find a strength you didn’t know you had and help you grow even stronger in all aspects of your life, this is it! Let’s go! You are not there yet!!!!!
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Tye

Bootcamp, Athlete Performance

My name is Tye Coleman I grew up in Tinton Falls, but currently reside in Howell. I am a father to my 12 yr old son Shawn, 6 yr old daughter Alex, and 2 yr old son Tyler. Growing up all I did was play sports but my main sport of choice was football. I’ve played football since the age seven all the way up to college. I attended Rowan University in 2008-2012. A few years after college, I landed a job as assistant football coach for my old high school. Instantly, I love it. I feel in love with developing kids to be better at the sport and the process. Three years into coaching, I starting training kids during their off seasons and started a training LLC called “Boss Up Academy S&A. I became NASM certified trainer in 2019 and started my journey as personal trainer. In November of 2020, a close friend working at Maddog Athletic and Fitness told me to come in to Maddog about an opportunity and the rest was history. Working at, now Landmark Athletic and Fitness has been nothing but awesome. Meeting new people and being about of the fitness journey is the best part. I am excited to see what the future holds. You can catch me in the 6 am, 8 am , and the afternoon class at 5, 6 pm. Bless up!

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Alissa

Rise
Hi there! I am Alissa, I teach Pilates classes in the LAF RSE Studio! I live in Point Pleasant with my husband and 3 wonderful kids. I have over 15 years of experience teaching Pilates and am a Certified personal trainer! I am also the Founder of Sole Sisters – a running group for young girls! ⁣I look forward to meeting you in class and introducing you to the amazing world of Pilates!

Anita

Bootcamp
Anita’s passion for movement, from mobility to kettlebell training, and her unique perspective light the spark with everyone she trains with. Certified Personal Trainer (ACE, NCCPT) and weight management specialist, Anita brings many years of Group Fitness instructing to the LAF Family. She truly enjoys helping people realize what they are capable of and is excited to bring that energy to LAF.
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Tim

Cycle
I’m from Spring Lake, NJ. I played college lacrosse at the University of Scranton. I have been cycling for ten years. I coach for the NJ Mad Dog Lacrosse Program and the Shark River Hills Lacrosse Club.

Frank

Fight Club

My name is Frank Kellogg, I grew up in Piscataway, NJ and I now live in Little Egg Harbor, NJ. I first got into fitness by starting martial arts and football in high school. I continued with various martial arts throughout college, while also making weight lifting and strength training a more serious part of my life. I started a small summer fitness business in 2016 right after graduating college “just to make some money to go on vacation”. It worked needless to say and went to the Dominican Republic for 10 days before starting my life as an auditor for a Big 4 accounting firm. I worked there for approximately 1.5 years and then I decided I would return to my passions which were martial arts and fitness. I earned my 2nd degree black belt in Taekwondo about 3 months after the end of my accounting career. I then took on my first fitness coaching job at Trident Fitness & Performance (which unfortunately didn’t make it through the pandemic era) but did lead to me eventually getting my position here at Landmark Athletics & Fitness. Some fun facts about me, during the pandemic era I attended some multi-day outdoor survival training, and travelled to Morocco, Africa for 3 months to volunteer with some kid’s fitness programs. Tons of stories!

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Jaclyn

Bootcamp, Cycle
Coach Jaclyn was born and raised in Wall Township and although she spent a few years down in Florida, she’s so happy to now live in Manasquan with her husband and four children. She was first introduced to athletic training through sports and soon fell in love with the feeling of challenging her body both mentally and physically. As a teen, she’d use her babysitting money to cover her own gym membership and this is when she began to appreciate the group fitness setting as it reminded her of working out with a team. In 2008 she took the day off of work to attend her first fitness conference with AFAA, got certified, and slowly began leading classes. 14 years later, she still loves encouraging people of all fitness levels to achieve their goals and become better and stronger versions of themselves! When not at the gym you can find her outside, at the beach, or cheering on the Florida State Seminoles.

Jada

Rise

Growing up I played competitive soccer and danced for many years right in all of the shore towns of New Jersey. My passion and dedication lead to me to have a collegiate soccer career playing at a division one level. After a few hardships, (physical and mental) I found my peace and tranquility through the art of yoga.

During the five years of finding myself in my physical practice, I realize how much yoga has become monumental in my journey of healing. Intertwining my breath and movement became therapy for me. The amount of serenity I’ve gained mentally, physically, and emotionally just by slowing my breath and finding my center has lead me as far as wanting to share what I’ve found with the rest of the world. Between the knowledge and depth of what this beautiful practice of yoga has to offer, I am very grateful to be able to share what I have learned and am still learning with all of you at LAF rise studio.

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Jodie

BOOTCAMP, RISE, & CYCLE

Hi everyone, I’m Coach Jodie, & have been instructing for ten years. I’m here to pass my knowledge, energy, and positive vibes to you, through my own style of training. Looking forward to having you crush your goals with me!

Kaitlyn

Cycle

Kaitlyn is a Cycle Instructor here at LAF. She was a 5 year NCAA Division 1 Lacrosse athlete and graduated with a degree in Exercise Science Pre-professional and Business. Her favorite thing to do outside of the gym is going snowboarding. Kaitlyn is big on good music to make an endurance workout fun, and she is very happy to be part of the team.

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Kendall

Cycle
Kendall joins us with 7 years of cycle experience and most recently working for SoulCycle. Her background in dance led her to falling in love with rhythm riding, combining movement and music for an exceptional workout experience. Through her previous training she is able to combine the best aspects of every studio and training program to create a class of her own. Her music is eclectic: everything from Bruce Springsteen to thunder beats, dance classics to disco, her playlists have a little bit of everything. She encourages celebration of your mind, body and spirit in all of her classes. Getting a good workout should be FUN—so don’t take yourself too seriously and come clip in!

Kiki

Rise

Hey everybody, my name is Keyila Fisher but I also go by Kiki, key, keeks, whatever rolls off the tongue easier. Born In Jersey but spent my youth in Easton Pennsylvania. School initially brought me to the shore area but after dropping out I planted roots in Belmar. The first yoga class I ever took was in high school at a local studio in town. I vaguely remember that experience but I do remember feeling super relaxed. Fast forward to 2020, what a year that was…. I officially had my 200hr ryt certification. I started teaching shortly after that. I’ve bounced around, teaching at a few studios and landed at landmark fitness. The people here, I swear, Make my day brighter. Such joy and willingness to show up, every week. & Nothing brings me more joy than guiding people back into their bodies and heart and back to the essence of who they are. That’s what it’s about for me. We all have the knowledge already within, sometimes it takes help from another to remember.

Nicole

Fight Club

Hello Landmark!!  I am Coach Nicole Giacopelli and I am part of the LAF Fight Club Program.  I grew up in Queens, NY and moved to Point Pleasant Beach in 2021.  I have been boxing and kickboxing since 2015, coaching since 2017.  Although, I have been a coach, instructor, and teacher my entire life.  Dance is another passion of mine but teaching is part of who I am.  I received a Masters in Elementary Education from Fairleigh Dickinson University, this led me to start a program called Coco Dance Kids.  I absolutely love every aspect of my life and am excited to bring positivity and learning into my classes.  The Landmark community is unmatched and I’m grateful to be a part of it.

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Nina

Bootcamp

I’m Coach Nina, a local to the Jersey shore, although I did have a brief experience living in Hawaii for a short time. I live near LAF with my husband, my daughter and my dog who, you will notice, makes occasional appearances (not the dog). I didn’t grow up playing sports, but I did participate in dance and gymnastics. My first real attempt at a “team sport” was playing intramural rugby in Kutztown. GOOD TIMES!

I grew more involved with fitness in 2011 when I joined Crossfit. Who knew training and even conditioning could be so fun?!

Soon after that my passion for fitness grew and I recognized that I wanted to help others improve their lives and discover that although achieving your fitness goals can be challenging, it can also be fun and extremely rewarding!

I had the good fortune of meeting coach Erin. She introduced me to the LAF team, who greeted me with open arms in February 2019, the rest was history!

Outside of LAF you can find me on the beach in Manasquan running our local Paddleboard and Kayak Rental Company. You may even see some of our Paddle Fit and SUP Yoga classes pop up on the LAF Schedule from time to time! Otherwise, I love gardening, entertaining, and hanging out with my family and friends.

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Payton

Bootcamp
Hello, hello! I am Coach Payton and I am a bootcamp trainer at LAF. I had been a member for about a year and a half before making the decision to join this amazing team. Prior to LAF, I graduated from the Catholic University of America, where I played for the women’s basketball team. My time spent in the weight room sparked my love for fitness beyond sports. After graduation, I began my Career as a real estate agent and eventually obtained my personal straining certification. I work right in Spring Lake for Chris Smith Realty (yes, the family company). When I’m not working, you can find me cooking (and eating), or enjoying the great outdoors. I’m so happy to be a part of the LAF team!
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Sue

Cycle
Susan Delmar-Moretti has been a Certified Spin Instructor for over 25 years, “Teaching is a passion for me, I love coaching spin and interacting with a great group of people, I love my students and the positive energy they bring to class”. She has worked in a variety of different environments, from Rehabilitation programs to Hospital-based Health and Wellness programs. In addition Susan is a certified basic life support instructor for the American Heart Association. She believes there is never a bad day at the gym, working out is not just looking good on the outside, it’s feeling great on the inside. Don’t miss out on opportunities to be the best you, ‘It is not what you are that holds you back, it is what you think you are not’…

Alison

Member Services

Hi everyone! My name is Ali and you can find me at either of the 3 desks checking members into their classes! I have been a member at LAF for a little over a year and a half now and have watched this community grow into something special! This gym provides a fun atmosphere to workout and crush your goals.  I am currently finishing my boards exam and licensing exam to be a licensed acupuncturist. I’m so happy to be a part of the LAF team and am excited to meet new faces while working here!

Arianna

Member Services

Hey there! I’m Arianna and you can find me behind the Bootcamp Desk at LAF! I joined LAF for my first challenge in January 2022 and was hooked from the start. At the time, I was looking for a gym with a strong community that would keep me excited and accountable, and that’s exactly what I found at LAF! I love every single class they have to offer from Cycle to Bootcamp to Pilates and more. Outside of LAF, I am a full-time family and wedding photographer, but I joined the LAF Member Services team in June 2022. I love being a part of this community and can’t wait to watch LAF continue to grow!!

Gianna

Member Services

Hi LAF Community! My name is Gianna and I’ve been a member at LAF for over a year and a half and been working as Desk Staff since May of this year. Full time I work as a hand therapist and help people achieve their goals and return back to life! I love LAF and how it achieves similar goals for their members with health and fitness! I love taking classes at LAF in addition to long walks on the boardwalk to stay moving. Grateful to be apart of the team and look forward to seeing you all around LAF!

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Gina

Member Services
Hi, I am Gina Palumbo and have been a member of LAF since October 2020. As soon as I took my first few classes I knew this place was for me! The staff, coaches and members create a supportive environment which can only lead to success. I am now on staff and you will see me greeting members before the 5am classes Monday thru Friday then joining in the 5am workout. I also participate in the Super Circuit Saturday and Super Burn Sunday classes. I am a graduate of Monmouth University and have been in the dental field for over 25 years. I have been working at Campi Dental in Wall for the last 7 years as a Patient Relations Coordinator. I enjoy fitness, music, the beach and spending time with my cute dog named Maggie. She is a Cockapoo who loves to play! I look forward to seeing you at LAF

Janeen

Member Services

Hey everyone!! My name is Janeen and you can find me at the Member Services desk or sweating right along side you in a Boot camp class. I started here as a challenge participant back in September 2021 and have become addicted. I’ve been a member of many local gyms but working out was always a chore. Working out at LAF has definitely become my reward and much needed me time away from home. I live in Point Pleasant with my husband, 3 kids ages 16, 14, and 11 plus my 2 dogs and 2 cats. Yes! I live in a zoo but wouldn’t have it any other way. You can also find me at the beach watching my kids and husband surf. The beach is definitely my happy place!

Jeanine

Member Services

Jeanine is a former Division 1 track and field athlete who graduated Cum Laude from Monmouth University in 2016. Following her passion for health and wellness, she studied Health and Physical Education. She is currently in her 7th year working as a Physical Education teacher and presently works for Saint Rose High School. A lifelong devotee to fitness, Jeanine is also a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach. When she is not working behind the scenes at the desk at LAF, you can find her regularly participating in classes here as well. She is a passionate and motivated person who loves to see herself and others achieve their fitness goals.

Kirsten

Member Services
Hello everyone! My name is Kirsten O’Brien and I am so happy to be a part of the staff here at LAF! I have been an athlete for majority of my life playing soccer since I was 8 and competitive swimming since I was 13. I also have a passion for clean eating and the water of any sort. I have been a swim instructor for over 6 years and recently graduated college at Montclair State University. I missed the feeling of a supportive and challenging environment to push myself mentally and psychically, LAF gave me just that when I joined in June 2022. I am so excited to see everyone reach their goals and become their best selves in and out of LAF’s facilities. Feel free to wave a hand or say hi on the turf, cycle or rise studios! 🙂

Kristen

Member Services

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Leah

Member Services

Hello! My name is Leah Policari and I am so happy to be a part of the staff here at LAF! I am from Spring Lake and have been an athlete my whole life. I spent my first year of college swimming at West Chester University. I am now currently a nursing student attending Georgian Court University. Fitness is a huge part of my life and the community here at LAF is amazing. Everyone here is constantly pushing you to be your best self in and out of the gym! I look forward to meeting new people and seeing everyone reach their fitness goals!




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Madina

Member Services
Hi! I’m Madina! I currently teach Kindergarten SPED in Howell. Therefore, working out for me is a healthy outlet that I utilize during my school year. I’ve always enjoyed working out and going to a gym but needed a gym that was going to hold me accountable. When I first joined LAF back in November, I fell in love immediately! Between the classes, coaches, and friendships gained, I was certain this was THE gym. You’ll usually find me at the 5pm classes or in the cycle studio! I’m thankful to be a part of this staff and even more thankful for what it has given me in such a short amount of time! I look forward to meeting new faces while working here!

Meggie

Member Services

Hi I’m Meggie! I am new to LAF and a new resident of Manasquan! I’m so excited to start my health journey side by side here with all of you. When I am not at the front desk you might also catch me at cycle, bootcamp or yoga, so make sure you say hi! I am grateful for the support everyone at LAF offers, and every time I walk thru the doors I feel instantly at home. In my free time I enjoy crafting; taking my dog for long walks, and spending time with friends and family. I look forward to meeting you and making new friends along the way!

Sydney

Member Services

Hey!! My name is Sydney. You will see me at the check in desk, mostly in the Rise Studio, here at LAF. I currently live in Manasquan, NJ and I am a junior at Monmouth University. I am a health studies major and hope to attend PA school after I graduate. Growing up in tight knit dance studios made going to the gym extremely intimidating, but here at LAF both the members and the staff are such welcoming, genuine, and supportive people. I am so grateful to be apart of this team and look forward to seeing you all here!