Meet Our Staff Of Fitness & Nutrition Professionals
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Jen Morin, Executive Director
MS, RCEP, CDE, FMS Certified Specialist, PMA Certified
A Warren, RI native, Jen has been involved in health and fitness for the last 20
years. Starting as a competitive swimmer, Jen was captain of the University of
Connecticut swim team and won Big East & ECAC titles in the 100 yard butterfly.
After graduating from UCONN, she pursued a master's degree in Clinical
Exercise Physiology from Northeastern University and continued on to work in
Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Diabetes Education. Jen is a Registered
Clinical Exercise Physiologist, a STOTT certified Pilates instructor, certified by the
Pilates Method Alliance, is certified by the American College of Sports Medicine as
a Health Fitness Instructor and Exercise Specialist, and a certified specialist in
the Functional Movement Screen®.
Emily Gedney, Nutrition Director
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Emily is a born and raised Rhode Islander, she graduated from Johnson & Wales
University with a bachelor’s degree in Culinary Nutrition. Emily completed a
dietetic internship and graduate work at Keene State College in New Hampshire.
Personal struggles with weight issues throughout high school and college lead
Emily straight into the field of nutrition. She is passionate about helping others
meet their wellness goals and she strives to provide health and nutrition
information that is easy to understand and simple to incorporate into any lifestyle.
Her experience as a trained chef is frequently showcased in our cooking
demonstrations, weekly e-newsletters and taste tests.
Clare Connelly, Pilates Director
PMA Certified
After training in Pilates to help with posture and lower back issues, Clare was
hooked. Pilates improved her posture and relieved lower back issues due to
pregnancy and wear and tear from high school basketball and then collegiate
basketball for Colby College (where she was captain for 2 years). With this
newfound love for Pilates she decided that it would be a great blend of her
two passions: teaching (she holds a degree in education) and athletics. Clare
completed her Mat and Standing Pilates certification through Physical Mind
Institute and her Concentration 101 Equipment training. Clare is also certified by
the Pilates Method Alliance
Kali Garges, RD
Registered Dietitian
Kali is a Vermont native who has recently joined us here in Rhode Island . Kali
graduated from the University of Connecticut with a degree in Nutritional
Sciences. While at UConn, Kali was part of the women’s rowing team and was a
member of the 2005 varsity boat that won the historic Dad Vail Regatta in
Philadelphia, PA. After graduation Kali went on to complete a dietetic internship
through the University of Massachusetts Amherst . Kali’s goal is to combine her
love of athletics with her nutrition knowledge to help people achieve their goals
and show how nutrition can help improve ones sports performance.
Caitlin Nash, RD, LDN
Registered Dietitian
A Massachusetts native, Caitlin has been involved in the health and fitness
industry for the past 5 years. She graduated from Framingham State College with
a bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition. She began her health and fitness
career as a certified personal trainer and Spinning instructor which sparked her
passion for nutrition. She completed dietetic internships at the Lahey Clinic,
Assumption College, and Community Servings. Caitlin’s goal is to provide health
and nutrition education based on the most current research and to promote
overall health and wellness.
Erin Ward, Certified Pilates Instructor
PMA Certified
A Bristol native, Erin also lived in Florida where she owned and operated a
personal training business specializing in fitness for women. Erin's 15 years of
teaching experience also includes yoga, muscle conditioning, aerobics, stability
ball, and senior fitness. Erin trained and certified through Polestar Pilates and is
also certified through the Pilates Method Alliance.
Tracie Kedzierski, Certified Pilates Instructor
Power Pilates Certified
Tracie is certified in Power Pilates Systems Training (Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda
Chair, etc), Beginner Mat and Intermediate Mat . She received her training with
Power Pilates in New York City and Boston , MA . She has been practicing Pilates
for 4 years, receiving instruction in both the Power Pilates and Stott Pilates
methods. Tracie holds a B.S. Degree in Health Care Management. After 20+
years of a successful business career in health care, personnel recruiting and
real estate, she has switched gears. Tracie is now dedicated to teaching Pilates
and most importantly sharing the many benefits she’s gained from her practice
with her clients.
Dawn Casella, Certified Pilates Instructor
Power Pilates Certified
A Rhode Island native, Dawn graduated from Bridgewater State College with a
degree in Exercise Science. While in college, Dawn became certified as a group
fitness instructor and spinning instructor. She then went on to work as a fitness
instructor and personal trainer. In 2007 Dawn decided to expand focus in health
& wellness to include Pilates. That year she completed her Pilates Mat &
Equipment training through Power Pilates and now trains clients of all ages &
physical abilities.
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MS, RCEP, CDE, FMS Certified Specialist, PMA Certified
A Warren, RI native, Jen has been involved in health and fitness for the last 20
years. Starting as a competitive swimmer, Jen was captain of the University of
Connecticut swim team and won Big East & ECAC titles in the 100 yard butterfly.
After graduating from UCONN, she pursued a master's degree in Clinical
Exercise Physiology from Northeastern University and continued on to work in
Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Diabetes Education. Jen is a Registered
Clinical Exercise Physiologist, a STOTT certified Pilates instructor, certified by the
Pilates Method Alliance, is certified by the American College of Sports Medicine as
a Health Fitness Instructor and Exercise Specialist, and a certified specialist in
the Functional Movement Screen®.
Emily Gedney, Nutrition Director
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Emily is a born and raised Rhode Islander, she graduated from Johnson & Wales
University with a bachelor’s degree in Culinary Nutrition. Emily completed a
dietetic internship and graduate work at Keene State College in New Hampshire.
Personal struggles with weight issues throughout high school and college lead
Emily straight into the field of nutrition. She is passionate about helping others
meet their wellness goals and she strives to provide health and nutrition
information that is easy to understand and simple to incorporate into any lifestyle.
Her experience as a trained chef is frequently showcased in our cooking
demonstrations, weekly e-newsletters and taste tests.
Clare Connelly, Pilates Director
PMA Certified
After training in Pilates to help with posture and lower back issues, Clare was
hooked. Pilates improved her posture and relieved lower back issues due to
pregnancy and wear and tear from high school basketball and then collegiate
basketball for Colby College (where she was captain for 2 years). With this
newfound love for Pilates she decided that it would be a great blend of her
two passions: teaching (she holds a degree in education) and athletics. Clare
completed her Mat and Standing Pilates certification through Physical Mind
Institute and her Concentration 101 Equipment training. Clare is also certified by
the Pilates Method Alliance
Kali Garges, RD
Registered Dietitian
Kali is a Vermont native who has recently joined us here in Rhode Island . Kali
graduated from the University of Connecticut with a degree in Nutritional
Sciences. While at UConn, Kali was part of the women’s rowing team and was a
member of the 2005 varsity boat that won the historic Dad Vail Regatta in
Philadelphia, PA. After graduation Kali went on to complete a dietetic internship
through the University of Massachusetts Amherst . Kali’s goal is to combine her
love of athletics with her nutrition knowledge to help people achieve their goals
and show how nutrition can help improve ones sports performance.
Caitlin Nash, RD, LDN
Registered Dietitian
A Massachusetts native, Caitlin has been involved in the health and fitness
industry for the past 5 years. She graduated from Framingham State College with
a bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition. She began her health and fitness
career as a certified personal trainer and Spinning instructor which sparked her
passion for nutrition. She completed dietetic internships at the Lahey Clinic,
Assumption College, and Community Servings. Caitlin’s goal is to provide health
and nutrition education based on the most current research and to promote
overall health and wellness.
Erin Ward, Certified Pilates Instructor
PMA Certified
A Bristol native, Erin also lived in Florida where she owned and operated a
personal training business specializing in fitness for women. Erin's 15 years of
teaching experience also includes yoga, muscle conditioning, aerobics, stability
ball, and senior fitness. Erin trained and certified through Polestar Pilates and is
also certified through the Pilates Method Alliance.
Tracie Kedzierski, Certified Pilates Instructor
Power Pilates Certified
Tracie is certified in Power Pilates Systems Training (Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda
Chair, etc), Beginner Mat and Intermediate Mat . She received her training with
Power Pilates in New York City and Boston , MA . She has been practicing Pilates
for 4 years, receiving instruction in both the Power Pilates and Stott Pilates
methods. Tracie holds a B.S. Degree in Health Care Management. After 20+
years of a successful business career in health care, personnel recruiting and
real estate, she has switched gears. Tracie is now dedicated to teaching Pilates
and most importantly sharing the many benefits she’s gained from her practice
with her clients.
Dawn Casella, Certified Pilates Instructor
Power Pilates Certified
A Rhode Island native, Dawn graduated from Bridgewater State College with a
degree in Exercise Science. While in college, Dawn became certified as a group
fitness instructor and spinning instructor. She then went on to work as a fitness
instructor and personal trainer. In 2007 Dawn decided to expand focus in health
& wellness to include Pilates. That year she completed her Pilates Mat &
Equipment training through Power Pilates and now trains clients of all ages &
physical abilities.
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