Owner/Head Coach -
John Hayley
John Hayley, owner, holds degrees in Exercise Science and Business Management from Concordia University in River Forest, IL. He is a Level 2 Spartan SGX Coach and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). John's work has included Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Concordia University, Fenwick High School and Guerin College Prep and working in the strength and conditioning department at Northwestern University. Other work includes Exercise Physiologist and Coordinator of the GO Gottlieb Performance Training Program at Gottlieb Hospital Health and Fitness Center in Melrose Park, IL.
Coach-
Lem Maglonzo
coach -
Dana Smith
1) You will find me teaching the following classes:
Saturday - Vinyasa Yoga (8:00 AM -9:00 AM)
Wednesday - Vinyasa Yoga (6:00 PM -7:00 PM)
2) My certifications:
200 hr. Yoga instructor certification
Barre certification
3) My professional work experience:
I have been teaching yoga regularly since 2013 and Barre classes since 2015.
4) I first came to Unbreakable Fitness because:
Initially I came to Unbreakable Fitness simply as a yoga teacher.
After meeting the community and sampling the workouts it has become my go-to. I also realized that yoga could not be the only form of exercise - balance is important.
5) My favorite part about teaching at Unbreakable Fitness:
Honestly what I like best about Unbreakable is the people. There is a very non-judgmental feel here. In fact, people are always very encouraging. Even when it does feel competitive, it is in the spirit of fun.
6) Something that most people don’t know about me:
I am a huge knitter. I owned my own yarn store for 7 years right down the street!
7) My favorite non fitness related activity:
Travel and more travel.
8) You can reach me at:
[email protected]
Saturday - Vinyasa Yoga (8:00 AM -9:00 AM)
Wednesday - Vinyasa Yoga (6:00 PM -7:00 PM)
2) My certifications:
200 hr. Yoga instructor certification
Barre certification
3) My professional work experience:
I have been teaching yoga regularly since 2013 and Barre classes since 2015.
4) I first came to Unbreakable Fitness because:
Initially I came to Unbreakable Fitness simply as a yoga teacher.
After meeting the community and sampling the workouts it has become my go-to. I also realized that yoga could not be the only form of exercise - balance is important.
5) My favorite part about teaching at Unbreakable Fitness:
Honestly what I like best about Unbreakable is the people. There is a very non-judgmental feel here. In fact, people are always very encouraging. Even when it does feel competitive, it is in the spirit of fun.
6) Something that most people don’t know about me:
I am a huge knitter. I owned my own yarn store for 7 years right down the street!
7) My favorite non fitness related activity:
Travel and more travel.
8) You can reach me at:
[email protected]
Coach
- ANNE TAFT
1. You will find me teaching the following classes:
I teach yoga, lead mobility/stretch/yoga workshops, and private coaching.
2. My certifications:
Registered Yoga Teacher, Posture Alignment Specialist, Yoga for Athletes, Yin Yoga, Trigger Point Therapy (myofascial release)
3. My professional work experience:
I have been teaching fitness since 1995, beginning my career as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. I have worked with a wide variety of groups including teens, seniors, athletes and weekend warriors. I taught boot camps, Bosu trainer classes, core strength and indoor cycling classes at a variety of clubs in the western suburbs, before settling on yoga and mobility training in 2007. I believe that developing and maintaining the body’s optimal alignment, stability and mobility should be the foundation of any fitness program.
4. I first came to Unbreakable Fitness because:
I came to Unbreakable Fitness when we moved to the area a few years ago. I was seeking a new place to teach active people how to balance intense workouts with mindful mobility, quality movement and joint stability (i.e. yoga!!!). Little did I know I would change my own training routine to become a member and enjoy the workouts myself!
5. My favorite part about teaching at Unbreakable Fitness:
I love teaching at Unbreakable for many reasons, but primarily it is the connection with members. Because of the small class size, I am able to understand the needs of each member and offer options suitable for their unique physiology. I also love to educate, and thus enjoy teaching workshops in which we dive deep into body mechanics and mobility. My intention is to help members understand their unique physiology and take this mindful movement into their workouts.
6. Something that most people don’t know about me:
Most people don’t know that I have a talent for getting the last bit of peanut butter out of a jar. Like really, really the last little bit. There’s an art to it. Lots of practice and perseverance.
7. My favorite non fitness related activity:
Travel. I love checking out new places and experiencing different parts of the country and world. It brings a healthy new perspective to many areas of my life.
8. You can reach me at:
[email protected]
I teach yoga, lead mobility/stretch/yoga workshops, and private coaching.
2. My certifications:
Registered Yoga Teacher, Posture Alignment Specialist, Yoga for Athletes, Yin Yoga, Trigger Point Therapy (myofascial release)
3. My professional work experience:
I have been teaching fitness since 1995, beginning my career as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. I have worked with a wide variety of groups including teens, seniors, athletes and weekend warriors. I taught boot camps, Bosu trainer classes, core strength and indoor cycling classes at a variety of clubs in the western suburbs, before settling on yoga and mobility training in 2007. I believe that developing and maintaining the body’s optimal alignment, stability and mobility should be the foundation of any fitness program.
4. I first came to Unbreakable Fitness because:
I came to Unbreakable Fitness when we moved to the area a few years ago. I was seeking a new place to teach active people how to balance intense workouts with mindful mobility, quality movement and joint stability (i.e. yoga!!!). Little did I know I would change my own training routine to become a member and enjoy the workouts myself!
5. My favorite part about teaching at Unbreakable Fitness:
I love teaching at Unbreakable for many reasons, but primarily it is the connection with members. Because of the small class size, I am able to understand the needs of each member and offer options suitable for their unique physiology. I also love to educate, and thus enjoy teaching workshops in which we dive deep into body mechanics and mobility. My intention is to help members understand their unique physiology and take this mindful movement into their workouts.
6. Something that most people don’t know about me:
Most people don’t know that I have a talent for getting the last bit of peanut butter out of a jar. Like really, really the last little bit. There’s an art to it. Lots of practice and perseverance.
7. My favorite non fitness related activity:
Travel. I love checking out new places and experiencing different parts of the country and world. It brings a healthy new perspective to many areas of my life.
8. You can reach me at:
[email protected]
Coach - Rex Rios
Coach - Kristi Underhill
DIETITIAN -
Amy Carson
Amy Carson
Amy is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with 9 years of experience counseling clients for weight management, disease prevention and management, exercise nutrition, and gastrointestinal disorders. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition from Clemson University (go Tigers!) and completed her Dietetic Internship in Augusta, Georgia. She is currently pursuing a certification in Integrative and Functional Nutrition. Amy has a passion for overall wellness – physical, mental, and social – and embeds all aspects in her work with clients.
During a session with Amy, you’ll quickly see that her coaching philosophy involves equal parts nutrition education, behavior change, and the psychology behind eating. Through this lens, Amy will motivate you to take purposeful action to feel your best. She is a strong believer that living a healthy lifestyle should expand your life, not constrict it, and that food can be the most powerful medicine there is.
Stay tuned for upcoming workshops with Amy!
During a session with Amy, you’ll quickly see that her coaching philosophy involves equal parts nutrition education, behavior change, and the psychology behind eating. Through this lens, Amy will motivate you to take purposeful action to feel your best. She is a strong believer that living a healthy lifestyle should expand your life, not constrict it, and that food can be the most powerful medicine there is.
Stay tuned for upcoming workshops with Amy!