Meet the Team

FOUNDER / COACH / TRAINER

Our owner, coach and Certified Personal Trainer. Liz got hooked on indoor cycling in her high school days. She loves the fact you can push yourself mentally and physically in the studio. You’ll hear a variety of music depending on the time of day – more rock in the morning and more current pop hits as the day goes on. Liz wants you to leave class feeling invigorated and recharged.

COACH

Bernadette moved to NOVA in middle school and has lived here off and on ever since. She started cycling indoors over 10 years ago. She enjoyed the philosophy and activity so much that she decided to become an instructor. Bernadette loves music and enjoys a variety of genres. She’s always looking for new ways to make the class interesting, challenging, and fun.

COACH / TRAINER

Susan is an indoor cycling coach and also a Certified Personal Trainer. She has been an avid outdoor cyclist for decades. She loves training for triathlons and has turned to indoor cycling for her workouts over the past 10 years. Susan loves a variety of music but leans toward the 70s-90s. She wants her riders to leave feeling energized and like they can conquer any challenge.

COACH

Kimberly is a certified Schwinn cycling coach and a certified Power Yoga RYT 200 and Yoga Sculpt instructor. She loves to tap into her DJ roots and use various music genres to relax or energize you, depending on the class format. Kimberly strives to help you to achieve your fitness goals, whether they consist of increasing your distance and speed on your bike and/or improving your flexibility and muscle tone on your mat.

COACH / TRAINER

Steph brings over 10 years of experience coaching Spinning® and Schwinn rides at various gyms and most recently, her own studio in California. Her coaching style leans strongly on the mind-body connection and she loves to dig into the lyrics of every playlist for motivation. Steph is also a NASM certified trainer and group exercise instructor.

COACH

Kim is a New Trail rider turned Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor with Schwinn. It only took a few rides before Kim was hooked on indoor cycling. She’s turned her love of music and community into a drive to be a great coach. She’s always on the hunt for the next great playlist so you can count on great tracks new and old when you attend her classes.

COACH

Science-loving ballroom dancer Jessi is a New Trail rider-turned strength coach. A strong believer in form over speed, Jessi will keep the energy high while you challenge your muscles. Jessi discovered her passion for group fitness in college and you’ll be sure to see her in many New Trail classes!

COACH / TRAINER

Brian has had a lifelong interest in health and wellness. His passion for running and cycling really began after moving to Northern Virginia in 2001 and discovering all the amazing bike trails that the area has to offer. He has been a member of the New Trail community since 2019 and has really enjoyed the camaraderie of the group fitness classes and the physical and mental health benefits of keeping up a consistent fitness routine. Brian is excited to begin working as a coach and trainer to help others either begin or continue their fitness journey!

COACH

Shannon is a certified Schwinn Cycling Coach. She has been enjoying indoor cycling for 20 years and has been a New Trail rider for 4 years. She loves the connection of moving the body to amazing music. Shannon's playlist will keep you on your toes with a variety of styles and she loves a good theme ride!

COACH

Joanie is a Stages & ICG certified cycling coach. She fell in love with indoor cycling several years ago and has been coaching since 2019. In addition to a cycling coach, she is also a NASM certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach.

In Joanie’s classes, she curates unique playlists, allowing the class to ride to the rhythm. The more engaged riders are with the music, the more fun they can have while getting in a great workout.

OPS MANAGER / COACH

Rachel will solve any problem with a smile and will always make sure she takes you from A to Z. Like our owner, Rachel is from Rochester, NY so she gets extra points for being able to drive in the snow! Rachel is also a cycling coach who takes the stage on Tuesday mornings and Thursday nights now. She loves to push you while jamming to throwback hits and more.

Rachel is a lifelong yoga student and practitioner, and certified RYT 200 Yoga teacher. After spending a decade in the hot yoga community, she shifted to the Vinyasa style and continues to adapt to the physical and energetic body and embrace all 8 limbs of yoga. Rachel invites you to tune in and flow using sound and breathwork.

STUDIO COORDINATOR

Ekta is a Reston local who works full-time in IT but joined our team to share her love of fitness. She discovered the power of movement during the pandemic and loves helping others reap the rewards of working out. She’s the smiling face behind the desk several days a week!

STUDIO COORDINATOR

Lauren started coming to New Trail a year ago, and found her love for indoor cycling, and fitness. Lauren is a senior in high school, while also in her high school's orchestra, and the lead manager for her high school's football team. Lauren is excited to be a part of the New Trail Team, and is excited to help out customers behind the desk.

STUDIO COORDINATOR

Mel is a local Reston resident who is spreading their wings into the fitness world. Mel is a high school student who enjoys helping in school clubs and their church nursery. Mel is excited to join the team and become a part of the NT family!

STUDIO COORDINATOR

Annika is a high school senior looking to expand her work experience. She brings a calm to chaos with her experience working at Watermine. Annika is looking forward to greeting you with a smile and becoming a staple here at NT.