The story of Turbo Jenn

The antisocial misfit who found her confidence in a group exercise class.

I found group exercise when I was a shy, self conscious 15 year old in preparation of my family's trip to South Korea. My mother and I were only looking to get in shape for the trip, but instead found a workout class that forever changed the trajectory of my life. Every week, I slowly found myself looking forward to the workout classes with my mom which felt out of character for me since I STRONGLY disliked P.E./sports, popular music, and looking "dumb" in front of others. However, I remember thinking for the first time in my life "if everyone else can do it, why can't I" so I kept going to the classes and eventually fell in love with them.

I became an instructor for my soulmate workout, Turbo Kick, at the age of 17 and quickly began teaching. I was hooked and eventually had the opportunity to audition for Chalene Johnson's company, Powder Blue Productions, to become an Area Promotions Director and Presenter for the state of Oregon at 21 years old. (Her company was later purchased by Beachbody and I transitioned into the title of Master Trainer.) During my 5 years as a Master Trainer, I certified hundreds of fitness instructors in Turbo Kick, PiYo, hip hop HUSTLE, INSANITY, and CIZE. Over the course of 20 years I have taught in major cities up and down the west coast such as Portland, Tacoma, and Los Angeles.

In the spring of 2020 I transitioned from teaching in person to virtual due to the pandemic. Since then I moved across the country to NC, got (re)married, had a baby, and moved back to the west coast which shifted my priorities and delayed my return to in-person classes. Over the past 5 years, I have rekindled my passion for fitness, which has led to me becoming a certified personal trainer and starting my own coaching business in 2024. 

As someone who never felt like they fit in, had it all together, and struggled with low self esteem finding group fitness uncovered the person I know God made me to be. It is my mission to help others find their strength, confidence, and JOY through movement. Get out of your excuses and get into a class today 😉💗