Meet the Instructors
All of the instructors here at Salem Athletic Club are efficient, professional and focused on your health and safety. However, it’s important that you connect with your instructor here as well, so find out more below on our instructors and their fitness specialties. (Listed in alphabetical order.)
Dawn Barnes
Group Exercise Liaison
Group Exercise Instructor
“I love being a part of the SAC and HHF family both working with Ted with the Group Exercise programming as well as being an Instructor.”
Debbie Porfido
Group Exercise Instructor
“Been an Instructor for over 25 years and love it.”
Jenn Scott
Group Exercise Instructor
Barre Instructor
“I’ve worked in the fitness industry since my teens and have dedicated the past 15 years to teaching group exercise! You know I love teaching class because I always have a smile on my face!”
Julie Noel
Group Exercise Instructor
“Julie became a certified Les Mills BodyPump instructor back in 2012. With her energetic personality and knowledge of weight training, she is able to provide a motivating and challenging experience to her class.”
Karen Brown
Group Exercise Instructor
Certified Aquatic Personal Trainer
Aquatic Fitness Instructor
Certified Personal Trainer
“The Gym is my Happy Place.”
Karen Stearns
Group Exercise Instructor
“I was on the Maury Povich show! I’ve been teaching BodyStep for over 10 years. I believe you need to live your life for the moment as one day you could wake up and it could all change…so enjoy today!”
Katherine Marullo
Group Exercise Instructor
“I’m passionate about teaching group fitness classes. Meeting amazing people at all phases of their personal journeys and having the privilege to be a part of their workout routine, is what makes my job so special!”
Kim Clifton
Group Exercise Instructor
Certified Personal Trainer
ACE Certified Nutrition Coach
“I like to help people achieve all around health through healthy living, nutrition and vigorous exercise.”
Lani Leland
Membership Accounting Manager,
Zumba and Barre Instructor
“It is what it is”
Laura Wakeford
Cycling Class Instructor
“I am a Licensed Massage Therapist who has owned my own practice for 22 years. I race sailboats in regattas throughout North America.”
Leigh Ann Crimmings
Yoga Instructor
“I strongly believe that by practicing yoga and creating a bit more strength, flexibility and balance in the body, we collectively create those same qualities of strength, flexibility and balance in our mind and in our soul. ”
Liz Kistler
Aqua Fitness Instructor
“Always exciting to bring people into the ‘club family’ and help them meet their fitness goals.”
Michele Zambino
Cycling Class Instructor
A lifelong athlete, Michele enjoys any sport, game, or competition she can find. Her classes are designed around working hard, building community, and having fun while we do it!
Mo Molloy
Group Exercise Instructor
Certified Personal Trainer
“Work hard – Have fun – Make a difference.”
Riz Africa-Goyette
Group Exercise Instructor
Bringer of Pain
“It is what it is.”
Business Hours
Mon-Thu: 4:30am - 8:00pmFr: 4:30am - 7:30pm
Sat: 6am - 4pm
Sun: 6am - 3pm
24-HOUR ACCESS TO CLUB
PLAYROOM HOURS
Available by appointment only
