Who We Are

Marcus is a fundamental trainer and skills coach who has expertise in exercise fitness and athletic performance. He was born and raised in Miami, Florida where he played several sports including (basketball, football, track and field ect..). He has won several championships as both a Head Coach and Assistant over the past decade, with some of his players being offered to attend Power 5 division 1 schools. Marcus has devoted the last decade to mastering his craft of getting young kids to mold into the highest versions of themselves through social and emotional wellness. His favorite saying is (“kids do what they see not what you tell them”) He accredits years of self development and mentorship with his track record of success. Marcus is a highly competitive and dedicated individual who only seeks to empower the next generation of bright young individuals.

Hector is an enthusiastic and dedicated Physical Education teacher who thrives on seeing students achieve their full potential. With a passion for educating young minds on the importance of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle, Hector creates a dynamic and supportive learning environment where every student can succeed. His commitment to fostering physical fitness and wellness in students shines through in every lesson, as he inspires a lifelong love for movement and healthy living. Hector enjoys guiding students to reach new heights in their physical abilities while equipping them with the knowledge and habits for a healthier future.

Isaak is a Fitness/Sports Coach who specializes in Fitness, Strength/Conditioning and Athletic Performance. He was raised in Orange County, California, and competed in numerous sports growing up. Excelling in football he then earned many Division 1 Scholarships and chose to attend San Jose State University where he'd go on to win a Mountain West Conference Championship. Through his time at SJSU he gained experience as a Strength & Conditioning Coordinator at several different training organizations and developed a true passion to help people reach their fitness goals as well as inspiring the youth by using his leadership and work ethic. Isaak strongly believes that everyone is capable of accomplishing whatever it is they set their mind to whether it is physical or mental and his main goal is to help his clients believe it too.

Kristina has always been passionate about physical fitness and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. As she explored different fitness disciplines, she discovered yoga and instantly connected with its holistic approach to mind-body wellness. Her dedication led her to pursue and earn a Yoga Teacher Certification, enabling her to share the transformative benefits of yoga with others. In addition to her expertise in yoga, she is always eager to expand her fitness repertoire. Kristina continually seeks out new fitness and health tips, staying updated on the latest research in the industry. Whether it's through yoga, strength training, or any other form of exercise, she strives to inspire and empower others to embrace an active lifestyle. She believes that fitness is not just about physical activity but also about fostering a positive mindset and a balanced approach to health.

Michele is a certified 500 Hrs. Yoga teacher, certified 95 Hrs. for Children Yoga Educator, and has certifications in: Elementary and Middle School Yoga for kids, Infant Yoga, Family Yoga, Yin Yoga, Chair Yoga, Yoga for Athletes, Yoga 12 Steps Recovery, and Trauma Informed Training. She has more than 3,000 teaching hours in which she utilizes meditation, breathing exercises, tapping, positive affirmations, SEL tools, arts and craft, games, and acro-yoga for kids. Michele was born and raised in Latin America where she studied Systems Engineering and worked in various fields including politics and congress, however in none of them was she able to find her true calling. It was after going through a physically and mentally challenging time, which nowadays she sees as a blessing, that she discovered yoga and its many benefits.

As part of traditionally oriented sports family culture, coach Deyan has been involved in multi-sports, competitive development since the age of 6, with more than 32 years still practicing and 17 years on-going Football experience, he is knowledgeable enough to understand body kinetics and physical performance at any level. He has played semi-professionally and has performed at a Premier competitive high level in his youth which has given him a deep understanding about Sports, specifically Football. Currently holding a USSF C National Level license and looking forward to achieve a higher level of education having as a final career objective of becoming a National Team Coach.

Miss Stephanie is a music teacher who specializes in early childhood education. She is a performing singer and children's book author who has 10+ years of preschool education experience, and her passion is to pass on her love of music to the kiddos. Miss Stephanie leverages her preschool experience to find the perfect balance between entertainment, education, exploration, and movement in her classes to keep kids engaged and learning every time!

Danielle is a certified teacher from Ohio, where she taught preschool for 5 years as well as taught special needs education for two years prior to moving to southern California.
Since moving to Costa Mesa, she previously taught ballet and hip hop classes ranging from 12 months of age through 16 years of age.
Along with being a part of the Fit First team, she is also the Education Director at the OCUUC church in Costa Mesa, CA.

Growing up she has received training in ballet, jazz, and lyrical dance. With Danielle’s dance classes we will have lots of fun learning new techniques, becoming more comfortable with our body movements, as well as creating friendships.
She loves to make fitness fun as well as help children become more comfortable with their body movements as well as encourage them to grow into the strong and confident young leaders they are.

Gianna Gomez, born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, has been a professional actress and dancer for over 15 years. Represented by BLOC Talent Agency for dance,
Gianna has worked professionally with renowned choreographers such as Luther Brown, Jaquel Knight, Miguel Zarate, Lilian Mansala, Paul Becker and many more. She has appeared in national commercials, TV shows, video games, voiceovers and movies. Gianna was a professional dancer with Academy of Villains for 7 years and served as team captain for 3 years. Her dance training includes Rage Dance Complex and Academy of Dance Westlake.
Gianna loves teaching children to dance because it allows her to share the joy and passion she's felt for dance since her own childhood. Growing up, dance was not only a way to express herself but also a means to connect with others and perform on stage. Sharing this love and seeing young dancers grow and thrive is incredibly fulfilling, as it reminds her of her own journey and the excitement of performing. Watching their progress and enthusiasm reignites her own passion for dance every day.

Alyssa is a Pretzel Kids licensed and 200-hour registered yoga teacher. Her holistic psychology background ignited her passion for mindful movement-based practices - including martial arts, dance, and yoga. With the flooding of digital technology, she loves sharing yoga with children because it helps them return to their mind-body connection through an evidence-supported and ancient tradition. She enjoys working with various special needs populations and designing personalized programs that help children have fun while increasing their confidence as they expand their range of motion and expression. Her classes are adapted for contemporary times to spark engagement in children and inspire a sense of adventure, wonder, compassion, and resilience. Her aim is to support children in building a foundation that cultivates empowerment throughout their vital developmental stages. 

As an athlete himself, Sy has a strong passion for performance training, which led him to obtaining a B.S. degree in Exercise Science, as well as a NASM performance training certification in progress. For Sy, his love for children is endless, and he strives to be a role model and helping kids compete at a high level. Growing up, he played football and ran track and field competitively until college, where he played D2 football for a small university in Weatherford, OK. Having been coached in junior college by Monique Henderson, who was an Olympian and Pac-12 champion, he learned a great deal of knowledge, as well as what makes a great coach and athlete. His goal is to continue growing his knowledge in performance training, and share his knowledge and passion with the younger generation.