Josh Itkor   NSCA-CPT, CSCS                                                      

843.338.6311
josh@thecenterhhi.com

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Owner of The Center for Health, Fitness & Sports Performance
National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) - Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
CPR, First Aid, AED - Certified
Colgate University Graduate
Professionally training clientele since 1998
Writer for various magazines on health & fitness topics
Served as Fitness Director & Head Trainer at various fitness centers
Speaker at various clinics, seminars, national conferences - Medical Fitness Association
Assistant Instructor - Hung Ga Kung Fu & Shuai Chiao - Sun & Moon Martial Arts
Played Division I College Soccer
2011 Voted Best Personal Trainer (People's Choice Awards - The Island Packet)

Jim Wagner   NSCA-CPT

843.368.6723
fit4ua2z@hargray.com

Motivated by my faith and desire for all to experience a life of wellness, I began managing and training in western Maryland fitness facilities. In 1990 I moved to Hilton Head Island where I began acquiring additional credentials to further my career as a Certified Personal Trainer (ICS, ACE, NSCA). Having been in the health and wellness industry for over twenty years, I have had the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of areas, from a wellness coordinator with Lockheed Martin, to a natural bodybuilding competitor. Fitness and nutrition have always been a major part of my life. I’m grateful to have the opportunity to share this experience with others.

Tracy Knapp   ACE - CPT
(c) 843.304.6659
knapptra@msn.com
Tracy Knapp has been a welcome addition to The Center's Team.  She is an ACE (American Council on Exercise) Certified Personal Trainer, experienced spinning instructor, and motivating boot-camp instructor. Tracy has a passion for positively changing lives, physically, socially, mentally, and spiritually. By assessing abilities, listening to goals, and encouraging goal accomplishment, Tracy has an uncanny ability to help her clients achieve success. Cindy Kennedy, Tracy’s client, is truly a success story with the loss of almost 90 pounds this year. Tracy played a fundamental role in Cindy’s success whose testimonial can be found at http://www.thecenterhhi.com/testimonials.html

Jakkie Pidanick   BS, AFPA-CPT, NSCA-CPT, CSCS

843.338.5305
jakkie18@yahoo.com
www.jakkiepidanick.com

After receiving a Bachelor’s in Exercise and Nutritional Science with a concentration in occupational therapy from The University of Buffalo, Jakkie became a strength and conditioning coach at various universities; St. Bonaventure, The University of Buffalo, and then at Niagara University where she also coached tennis. Along the way, Jakkie has played Division 1 Volleyball, became certified as a water aerobics instructor, danced competitively as a ballroom dancer, and celebrated her 10th anniversary as a Personal Trainer. She is certified as a personal trainer by APFA and the NSCA. Jakkie is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and is also a Body Balance University Pilate’s Mat Trainer. Her specialties included the following: performance enhancement, youth strength development, and special populations. “My philosophy and mission is to have the knowledge, as well as the strength and ability to help each and every person that walks through my door, achieve their fitness goals no matter what obstacles they face. As a fitness trainer, I can have a positive influence on people’s lives, helping them shape their bodies as well as their nutritional habits. I love watching my clients make healthy transformations! Stronger, healthier people mean happy people… and what could be more rewarding than that!”



Aaron Fisher   ISSA - CPT, Certified EMT
843.290.0121
aaronfisher7@hotmail.com

Originally from Michigan, and a graduate from Central Michigan University, I moved to Hilton Head 11 years ago. As a college athlete and someone who as always made fitness a priority; personal training was a perfect fit. I obtained my personal training certification from ISSA 3 yrs ago, and I have specialized in training athletes to obtain maximum performance and increase their chances of playing at the college level. In addition to being a personal trainer I am also a nationally certified E.M.T. and Firefighter who has found that heart health and weight loss is nothing to be taken lightly. This has inspired my dedication to helping others lose weight and improve their cardiovascular health. My overall goal with any client is for them to feel great, perform better, and most importantly, live a long & healthy life.

Glen Carrigan

843.298.0848
glen@progressivehealthandfitness.com
www.progressivehealthandfitness.com

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A graduate from Frostburg State University, Glen earned a Bachelor Degree in Health and Physical Education. He has been actively involved in the fitness industry for over twenty years. Currently, he is active as a personal trainer and continuing education specialist with the American Council on Exercise. Glen holds several nationally recognized certifications including the prestigious ACE Gold Certified Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist and the ACE Gold Certified Personal Trainer certification.  In addition, he is the author of several health and fitness books including, Practical Strength Training, Health & Fitness, and Exercise & Weight Control.





Yvette Carrigan

843.290.2506
ycarrigan@hotmail.com
www.progressivehealthandfitness.com

Yvette Carrigan has been training in Hilton Head since 2002. She is nationally certified with ACE (American Council on Exercise). Yvette loves striving daily to be a useful vessel to meet people where they are, and lead them to a greater quality of life that awaits them. One of her passions is taking continuing education courses such as MAT (Muscle Activation Therapy), Trigger Point, and Fitness-based Yoga. Incorporating these concepts into her and her clients' workouts have proven to be a winning combination of not only becoming stronger, but allowing the body to become more flexible. Hence, less aches and pains!!! She is very blessed to work side by side with her husband, Glen Carrigan, who has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years.

Holly Wright

(C) 908.797.8627
hollywright@trinitymbsfitness.com

http://trinitymbsfitness.com

Holly Wright of Trinity: Mind, Body & Soul Fitness, LLC is a Certified Personal Trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and a Certified Spinning Instructor with Mad Dog Athletics. She is a James Madison University graduate and certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid. She also holds a Reiki I Certification. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing.  Holly Wright’s overall goal is to education people on the importance of creating a healthy balance between cardiovascular exercise, strength building, flexibility, nutrition, and stress relieving practices which will allow you to more actively enjoy your favorite pastimes and live a long and vibrant life.

Dan Parker

(C) 843.368.9425
danparker2007@yahoo.com 

Daniel Parker, a new personal trainer at The Center with twenty years of experience, began his training career with the YMCA' s of New Jersey in 1990, after serving with the United States Army Infantry. While in the service, Dan was the 3/60th post bantam-weight boxing champion. Upon embarking on a personal training career, he fell in love with exercise and started bodybuilding. He finished third in the 1993 lighweight class of NJ Grand Prix, competed as a bantamweight in three NJ State Bodybuilding Championships, and finished 6th in 1995, 4th in 1999 and 5th in 2000.  After working as a trainer in New Jersey, Virginia, and California through 2004, he relocated to Hilton Head in 2005 and has since been training clients at several locations. He started with Smith/Stearns tennis academy in 2007 and was their strength and conditioning coach until 2011, at which time he switched over to the International Junior Tennis Academy. He is currently also on the staff of the International Junior Golf Academy. Over his career, he has worked with many types of athletes, always working with specific needs and goals in mind; and although specializing in athletic training, has had vast experience training the general population. Certifications include ACE, AFFA, YMCA and WITS.






Mike DeMaria
(C) 843.422.2443
mike.demaria@yahoo.com
www.athletesfirsthhi.com

Mike DeMaria is a notable Exercise Physiologist & Strength Conditioning Coach residing in Hilton Head Island, SC. His formal education is based in Exercise Physiology, Functional Movement and Sport Biomechanics. He maintains national certifications with the National Strength & Conditioning Association, American College of Sports Medicine, and the American Heart Association. For nearly 20 years, Mike has coached many world class athletes and has established business partnerships with sport legends Dennis VanderMeer, Gary Gilchrist Golf & Adidas Tennis Icon & former #1 in the world… Stan Smith. Mike has travelled on tour to work with professional athletes and his training programs have made it into Time Magazine, Tennis Life, and Fitness Management. His professional background includes working for the Orlando Magic Organization, General Manager of Impact Athletics and President of BioNetics Sports & Rehab Centers. He has personally trained countless juniors & adults, division one athletes, national team members, 26 NCAA All-Americans and numerous high profile professional players of the NBA, WTA, & PGA Tours. He currently serves as a Performance Consultant to numerous NCAA universities, including the University of Virginia. Additionally, he serves as a national fitness advisor to the world organization, Tennis Industry Association. (www.tennisindustry.com). His training includes functional assessments, pre-hab exercises, dynamic warm-ups, sports specific training, player progress reports, fitness manuals, and sport rehabilitation.

One On One Pilates

Kaitlen Groetzinger
843.816.2362
kaitlenjaneg@hotmail.com

Shelly Hudson   RN, BSN
Health Coach / Certified for Integrative Nutrition
843.816.1016
shelly.healthcoach@gmail.com
shellyhudson.com

Shelly Hudson is a Certified Health Coach and Registered Nurse with specialized training in nutrition and exercise physiology. She decided to become a health counselor to fulfill her passion of helping people stay healthy and maximize their quality of life. Shelly received her Bachelor of Science in Sports Management from the University of Virginia; her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Armstrong Atlantic State University; and her health counseling training at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City. She is certified by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Shelly leads workshops on nutrition and offers individual health and nutrition coaching.

Registered Dietician

Jane Schafer

301.676.6358

Massage Therapists

Anneliza Itkor   ncmt, lmt
843.338.5858
SC License # 3946
anneliza@thecenterhhi.com
bodiesinbalance@hargray.com

Anneliza Itkor, owner of Bodies In Balance and one of the forerunners of Medical Massage, has been practicing Neuromuscular Deep Tissue Massage and Trigger Point Therapy for over 17 years. A dedicated instructor of anatomy and physiology and deep tissue massage at the International Spa Institute, Anneliza is continually amending her education so she can be of the most value for her students and her clients alike. Also a Master Practitioner of Stone Therapy, she finds joy in using the full compass of her education to isolate and address the sources of chronic and acute pain. In addition to solving the problem, Anneliza provides her clients with the knowledge they need to manage their pain or prevent it from reoccurring. Trained in postural assessment, she also excels at helping people from all walks of life recognize and correct patterns of behavior that can lead to chronic problems.

Shay Moree   ncmt, lmt

843.338.8667
SC License # 5030

shay@thecenterhhi.com

Shay Moree's years of experience in aquatic therapy have provided her with a background rich in body awareness and overall fitness. She specializes in sport massage and neuromuscular deep tissue, putting her knowledge of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology to use providing a perfect balance of technique and intuition.

Lynn Jacobsen   ncmt, lmt
843.301.0566
SC License # 7442

A Valedictorian graduate and class awards winner, Lynn has a natural gift for massage and brings amazing results to each of her clients. A professional athlete, Lynn performed in the Ice Capades and worked with top sports trainers in the United States and Canada. Her customized and individualized approach to massage therapy makes each treatment just what you are looking for!

Glenn Jacobsen   ncmt, lmt
843.422.6105
SC License # 7367

As a professional athlete Glenn has gained much experience as to how the body moves and how your muscles work. As valedictorian of his class, Glenn’s commitment to being the best of the best assures you that he knows just what it takes to address your acute and chronic soft tissue problems. As an experienced practitioner of neuromuscular deep tissue Glenn can help you say goodbye to stress and hello to more energy. Come in and see for yourself!

V.P. Marketing

Rodger Itkor
843.341.5500

General Manager

Jimmy Rollison

843.301.8043

Bookkeeping

Molly Posthauer