Meet the Trainers

Nowhere in Idaho Falls will you find a larger, more educated staff devoted to ensuring that you reach your personal fitness, health, and body image goals. Whether you want to lose weight, train for an athletic event or simply be as fit and healthy as you can, we have the education, programming and equipment you need. It doesn't matter if you wish to train by yourself or in a cozy group of 2 or 3, we will find a way to meet your time and budgetary allowances. ​Being healthy and fit has never been so MOTIVATING, EASY and FUN as when you train with one of our Certified Personal Trainers!

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Our Trainers
Bryden Taylor
Bryden Taylor

Pursuing physical wellness should be inspiring and uplifting, and this realization ultimately led me to become a Personal Trainer.

I wholeheartedly believe that an active and healthy lifestyle serves as a major weapon against mental health struggles, and it is this belief that inspires my ultimate goal: to assist others in achieving their fitness aspirations and feeling empowered in their own skin, whether they seek weight loss, muscle gain, or just want to get more active.

As your guide on this journey, I am committed to helping you realize your full potential and embrace a lifestyle of energy and well-being.

Cloey Story
Cloey Story

Level II Trainer - ACE Certified

I certified as a Group Fitness Instructor in 2019 and joined the Club Apple Staff. I regularly teach High Fitness, Surge Fit, Surge Strength, and Cardio Fuse. Then in 2023, I expanded my fitness career and certified with the American Council on Exercise as a Personal Trainer, and quickly joined the Club Apple Personal Training Staff, too.

I want to help you feel your best. I believe that finding something that you love is the key to success. It's not just about the physical transformation; it's about fostering a positive mindset and building confidence from within. With a healthy balance of hard work and fun, I'll help you break through barriers, overcome obstacles, and unleash your full potential. As you create habits and change your life, I want to help you reach your goals and become the best version of you!

Edie Watson
Edie Watson

A few years after High School she found herself 30 lbs. heavier and began her weight loss journey. She earned her Nutrition Coach Certificate through NASM in May 2019. She earned her Certified Personal Trainer certificate from NASM in 2020. She is currently pursuing a degree in nutrition. Edie grew up in Idaho Falls and outside of the gym she enjoys camping, swimming, hosting BBQs.

Courtney Waldron
Courtney Waldron

Courtney has earned her ACE Personal Trainer certification. Through her participation in activities like CrossFit, power-lifting, and Spartan races, she has gained a lot of knowledge from constant independent study and research. Originally she joined us as a Personal Trainer in 2019 but took a break to pursue a career in the medical field. She has rejoined our PT team and is one of the Coaches in our Ultimate Loser Challenge. We’re excited to have her back!

Shannaray Ryan
Shannaray Ryan

Shannaray is ACE Certified in Personal Training, Group Fitness and Fitness Boxing. She is a Level 4 Trainer with 14+ years of experience and is one of our top WOW (Women’s Only Weight Loss) Trainers.

When she first started on her journey to better health, she lost 75 lbs. and gained lean weight in only 12 months. When she isn’t at the Club, she’s a proud momma of 7 amazing kids.

Brandon Piper
Brandon Piper

Brandon has a desire to help people fight obesity and he believes strongly in the correlation between mind and exercise. He has been in the training industry since 2010 and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science and is PT Certified by N.A.S.M. He has experience in rehab therapy and can help clients find a love for all types of fitness.

Athena Fowler
Athena Fowler

"When I was introduced to Fitwall, I instantly fell in love with it. The small class sizes, the intensity of the 30-minute workout, and the team that teaches Fitwall motivated me to want more! That’s when I decided to become ACE Group Fitness Instructor certified. I would love to introduce you to all the benefits of Fitwall!"

Rustelle Ashbocker
Rustelle Ashbocker

Rustelle earned her degree in Recreation Management and is certified by A.C.E. She loves helping women lose weight and get fit and is one of our Women’s Only Weight Loss (WOW) program trainers.

Karen Wallis
Karen Wallis

Karen is a Barre Instructor here at the club. She is a former athlete who fell into sedentary living and made the decision to overcome emotional eating. She began taking group exercise classes and ultimately fell in love with weight training. She went on to certify as a personal trainer so she could pass along her love for fitness on to others.

Lynda Meissner
Lynda Meissner

My professional fitness career began in 2001 at “Lady Apple” teaching cardio classes. My fitness adventures now include water aerobics, yoga and STOTT Pilates. I believe that my background in counseling and nursing contribute positively to my role as a fitness provider. I am convinced that healthy living is best achieved through balance and moderation in all areas of our lives.

Evelyn Williams
Evelyn Williams

Evelyn attended ISU on an academic scholarship and graduated “Highest Honors” with a B.S Health Education Degree. She is Certified as an Exercise Physiologist with the American College of Sports Medicine and has been a Personal Trainer and Group X instructor since 2000.

Rachel Barton
Rachel Barton

Rachel has been teaching group fitness classes for almost a decade. She helped bring High Fitness and Barre to Idaho Falls and Club Apple and has since added Cardio Fuse. In addition to obtaining her AFAA Group Fitness certification, she has trained in numerous fitness formats including STOTT Pilates Mat and Reformer. She is a busy mom to 5 kids and also loves being involved in musical theater.

Diane Lutz
Diane Lutz

Diane comes to us from Colorado. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. Her certification is from the American College of Sports Medicine as an Exercise Test Technologist. She has worked with People of all ages and is looking forward to helping you meet your goals.

Julie Haddon
Julie Haddon

Julie’s fitness journey started many years ago after having four children and gaining 70 lbs each pregnancy. Since then she’s achieved certifications in PowerCut, Kick Boxing, Zumba, Spinning, and is an ACE certified Trainer. She has taught classes on nutrition at Club Apple and in the community. She is currently an XPress training Coach and teaches Powercut group exercise classes.

Jeremy Hebard
Jeremy Hebard

In 1990 Jeremy started Martial Arts training as he wanted a form of Mind, Body & Spirit exercise. He is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Master Instructor in Martial Arts with over 17,000 hours in instructing others. He enjoys working with people of all ages to help them succeed and believes a healthy lifestyle is possible for everyone; you just have to make the choice.

Stacey Christenson
Stacey Christenson

Stacey earned her Physical Therapy Assistant license in 1998 and has been a Certified Club Apple Group Exercise Instructor since 2002. She is one of our XPress Trainers and an Ultimate Loser Challenge Coach. Stacey is one of the most popular group fitness instructors at the club. She has also led the IFHS Tigerette cheer team and won Idaho State Cheer Coach of the Year 2020-2021.

Josh Reeder
Josh Reeder

Josh is a graduate of ISU with a Bachelor’s in Health Education and a Master’s in Public Health. He is an ACE certified personal trainer. Josh can help anyone reach their fitness goals and has trained a wide variety of clientele from those who are just beginning exercise to athletes training for competition. He excels in training people who have special needs like injuries or chronic diseases.

Aaron Schow
Aaron Schow

Aaron is a Idaho State University Grad in P.E. & Fitness Leadership. He is certified C.S.C.S by the National Strength & Conditioning Association. He has 24 years & 50,000 hours paid personal training experience. Aaron is a drug-free Pro Bodybuilder. He also achieved 2016 & 2023 Best in State Crossfit Masters. He is passionate about health, fitness, and helping others reach full potential through fitness.

Lisa Morton
Lisa Morton

Lisa is a graduate of the University of North Texas with a BA in Exercise Kinesiology. She was a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader from 2002-2007 and has been with us since 2008. She is one of only 2 fully certified STOTT Pilates trainers in Idaho. Lisa is the Director of both our Fitwall training program and our Women's Only Weight Loss (WOW) programs. She is also a MELT Method certified trainer.

Tami Cole
Tami Cole

Tami has been in the fitness industry since 1996 and is ACE certified in Group Exercise, Personal Training and is the Director of our Mind & Body Studio. She is Certified in STOTT Pilates and trains in Mat and Reformer. Tami is also one of the Coaches in our Ultimate Loser Weight Loss Challenge. She enjoys running, cycling, strength training, yoga, and all things fitness.

Robby Denning
Robby Denning

Robby started with the Club in the late 1980’s. He was a trainer for 14 years before advancing to the Director of Personal Training. He is ACE certified and enjoys seeing the Trainers and Club members engage in the life-changing transformations that fitness and weight-loss can bring about.