technique instructors

Amy Arnel

Always an avid athlete, Amy was first introduced to the Lotte Berk Method in the mid 90’s.  Impressed by how effective and efficient the method was Amy was immediately hooked.  Passionate about the work-out and the great results she acquires through committed practice Amy has been teaching for over 10 years.  Amy is exemplary at educating clients on every movement so that each exercise can be approached with precision as well as purpose.  Amy’s years of experience and love for the technique that she brings to each class makes her a perfect addition to the bodd team of instructors. 

Amy is married to Dr. Marc Arnel, a chiropractor in White Plains.  They have a four year old son Nicolas.

Danielle Aviezer

Danielle earned her B.F.A. in Dance from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia. Upon graduation, she began teaching in methods similar to the bodd technique at various studios throughout New York City and Westchester County. Danielle believes strongly in the benefits of the intense physical and mental challenge of the bodd technique coupled with its therapeutic effects. She brings years of experience in the field, passion and enthusiasm to every class she teaches.

Jennifer Goodwin Ercklentz
As founder and owner of bodd, Jennifer has created a welcoming haven for every body. Her vision is one born from being an athlete, mother, and business woman. Originally from Wellesley MA, Jennifer has eight years of professional training from the prestigious Walnut Hill Ballet School. After spending several years as a flight attendant based in Boston she moved to Connecticut to be closer to family. It was here that Jennifer became a Lotte Berk instructor and was a favorite for the years she taught. She also spent time teaching Pilates Mat classes at the Stamford School of Ballet, and holds her Personal Training certification.
An athlete who has played competitive tennis all her life, Jennifer knows the importance of strength and flexibility conditioning. As a Greenwich resident, wife and mother of two she knows first hand the clothes mothers spend their days in, she knows the need for a time out from the busy day and a sense of self. Jennifer carefully addresses each aspect and is in-tune with the lives her clients lead.

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MaryJane Weiss
MaryJane has always thrived on a strong level of physical activity being present in her life. She has enjoyed a variety of sports including tennis, skiing, biking, windsurfing and sail boat racing. She was drawn to the discipline and control of martial arts & kickboxing and spent time teaching both adults and children.
When she sought a change and tried her first Lotte Berk class she was convinced this challenging workout that worked every muscle and created length and tone was the one for her. MaryJane has been teaching for more than ten years and has a very loyal following of clients. MaryJane is a longtime resident of Old Greenwich where she continues to enjoy sports with her two teenage children.

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cycle instructors

Tami Biase

Tami’s parents taught her how to ride a bike as a young child and she was hooked. By age 13 she was riding long distances for the thrill of it and also to raise money for charities such as American Lung Association and for Diabetes, MS, and Cancer research. She is certified by both Mad Dogg Athletics and Reaction Cycling for Spin, and AFAA for classes such as Urban Rebounding, Boot Camp, Total Body, and Sculpt. She has taught for 9 years in both Connecticut and Westchester County and has attended many cycling conferences inboth Miami and New York City. Her vacations involve sports in new places such as cycling in the GrandCanyon and skiing in British Columbia. Sedentary is not part of Tami’s vocabulary. As a full time Art Director with just a little bit of stress, the teaching helps her feel grounded. “I love helping people get fit but when they have never ridden a bike before and become addicted, that’s the ultimate reward. And if they go out and purchase a bike or pair of cycling shoes, I’m in heaven.”

Nikki Breakell

Nikki loves a great workout and has always thrived on strong physical activities such as running, swimming, pilates and yoga classes. In 2001 she discovered the great workout spinning could offer while attending the University of Connecticut in Storrs. She was instantly hooked onto the intense cardio benefits that spinning could offer and how it was low impact on the joints. After graduating from UConn Nikki became a 4th grade teacher. In 2005, she combined her love of teaching and spinning and became a certified spin instructor. Nikki loves teaching and the benefits of spinning and creating heart pounding music playlists to keep her classes fun and exciting!

Sarah Sparkman

Sarah's indoor cycling class offers a challenge and a variety of music. She has been teaching since 2005 and is certified by Mad Dogg Athletics. Sarah spent many snowy winters in Lake Tahoe and was drawn to indoor cycling as a way to keep up her cycling during the "off-season". Sarah continues to enjoy mountain biking and swimming as well as running after her 2 little girls.

Nance Marshall

Nance finally fell in love while taking her first spin class 10 years ago. The exhilaration she felt inspired her to become and instructor. For the past 4 years she has energetically encouraged other spin enthusiasts in classes in Westchester and Fairfield Counties. Nance is a Star 3 Lifetime Spinning Instructor, trained and certified through Mad Dogg Athletics. She is also a proud mom of three accomplished athelets. When not spinning, you'll find Nance cheering on her kids at an ice skating rink or tennis court.

Hope Horton

As an avid road cyclist, Hope tries to incorporate techniques of road riding to her cycling classes. She has been teaching for several years and enjoys encouraging all levels of riders to challenge themselves and hopefully reach new levels of fitness while enjoying a fun, action packed class. When not teaching cycling, Hope works as a registered nurse with a local orthopedic surgeon in Sports Medicine where she assists with patient care.

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