Adriel describes himself as a "big gym rat." Growing up he was always a skinny kid, so he wanted to change that and get bigger, hence his love for the gym. He hasn’t looked back since. His favorite day is leg day followed by chest. He is also big on entrepreneurship and social media marketing. He has a major in Finance and a minor in computer information science at Barry University.

Alex will want to be remembered as a force of nature. He's the kind of person that when he leaves the room someone is likely to turn to you with a smile and say "Who the heck was that guy?" With decades of experience in the industry and a passion for the lighter side of life you can expect Alex's classes to be littered with jokes and comments to make those heavy hills less daunting. Fitness is allowed to be fun and humour definitely leads the way, but don't expect an easy ride. Alex has been in the saddle for 15 years (on and off) and with multiple Marathons and an IronMan under his belt he talks the talk, but he can definitely walk the walk. With a good heart of his own you can trust him to help you work yours!

A.D. is a movement coach, indoor cycling instructor, and professional dancer/choreographer with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry and more than a decade of coaching since 2014. He has performed and collaborated with global music artists, as well as many well-known leading brands. As a founding member of Flawless Entertainment, A.D. combines his passion for music, movement, and functional fitness to create motivating, high-energy experiences that inspire people to become stronger, more confident, and ultimately, as he says, "elevated."

Hailing from Lancashire in the UK, Carys certainly knows how to deal out the endorphins with her infectious energy. Carys was working in the pharmaceutical industry when she realised she needed to take her health into our own hands and changed her career to fitness and became a vegan and now encourages others to take back control of their health and wellness. 8 years later she's coached cycle, boxing, strength and reformer pilates due to her non-stop fascination with helping others to find joy in exercise. Besides fitness, she's utterly in love with her partner and two rescue cats Shiro and Rufus. In her classes she's your cheerleader all the way through. Expect big pushes, rolling hills and a whole lotta SWEAT!

Courtenay is from sunny Manchester in the UK. She has travelled the world and lived in the United Arab Emirates for 10+ years. She can speak Portuguese and Arabic to get by, is happily married, and soon I will be a mother to a baby girl November 2026. Her first sport was netball, then onto strongman, weightlifting, and CrossFit. She has competed in all elements and has travelled the world, feeling challenged and pushed out of her comfort zone. Courtenay's greatest achievement was winning Emirate's Strongest Female in 2023. She absolutely loves cycling. It is a part of her everyday routine from rhythm cycle, to cycling with the Echelon community, to cycling in the desert. She loves it all. In Courtenay's classes expect some great friendly energy. We are all there for the same reason - to feel challenged, to enjoy, and to get better everyday.

Daria is a health and fitness coach, cycling instructor, and wellness professional with international experience across Dubai, Turkey and Russia. She combines strong expertise in anatomy, nutrition, and coaching both in-person and online fitness communities. Growing up as a professional athlete, Daria learnt that building a strong mindset is as important as building a strong body. She still implements this a lot in her classes! Daria's hobby is to learn new languages, so expect to hear greetings in 5 different languages before her class, and a lot of jokes and mindset motivational talks throughout.

Eddie Garbutt is best described as a charismatic Expat who has spent too much time in the sun. He has lived overseas most of his life, which is where he met his stunning wife Sarah, who has given him two B E A-utiful children. Fitness has been a part of Eddie's life for as long as he can remember. From his days playing international Rugby for the Arabian Gulf, to delivering Fitness classes on The Oasis of the Sea, the one thing he has learnt so far is that you have to have fun. That is what Eddie is about, so if you're looking for some fun, a laugh and improving your health at the same time then he is the instructor for you!

Eden has a passion for helping people feel their best. She believes you can do anything you set your mind and energy to, and by being the catalyst for inspiring people to break through their self-limiting beliefs, is what fuels her. She’s always had an appreciation for being active and loves to participate in half/full marathons to half/full Ironman distances; she loves the journey. Her instruction style is direct but also fun and high-energy. Eden wants everyone who leaves her classes to feel empowered and to ask themselves, “What just happened?!?” When not working, she likes to spend time with family and friends; hiking, skiing, training for upcoming races, living vicariously through her teenage boys, volunteering at the Humane Society and fostering dogs.

Jaime developed a passion for fitness later in life and was instantly hooked! She is the mom of one son, a former elementary school teacher, and now a full-time Lead Echelon Instructor. Her journey to motherhood was not easy, and fitness helped Jaime strengthen her body and mind during those difficult times. Jaime is committed to helping people get stronger and achieve goals they never thought they could achieve. Her favorite sayings in class to push members to their finish line are, "Yes You Can" and "Be Stronger Than Your Excuses!"

Jama is the Echelon family Mom (and actual mother of four boys) who believes that her role as an instructor is to help people live well. She was drawn to Echelon because of the idea that our community was for “real” people—moms, dads, and working people who need to make fitness work for their busy lives. Jama is openly silly and unafraid to profess her love of emo music and all things sweet. Her classes are free of judgment and find the right balance of tough love and sunny encouragement.

Janet has been passionate about health, fitness and nutrition most of her life and loves to share those passions with others! From teaching group fitness classes to hiking with her husband and their dog Ollie, movement and health are a priority! Living in Chattanooga, TN, there are many wonderful opportunities for outdoor adventures!! In Janet's classes, whether on the Bike, Treadmill or through Fitpass, you will be welcomed with a warm smile and led with a positive confidence that will have you achieving more than you ever thought you could!

Joey’s fitness journey began with powerlifting, functional training, Olympic lifting, and martial arts, building a strong foundation rooted in strength and discipline. Over time, his passion for movement expanded into running, where he proudly completed his first full marathon in 2023. Always chasing the next challenge, Joey has his sights set high. His fitness bucket list includes completing his first Half Ironman in 2026 and eventually conquering all nine major global marathons—a testament to his commitment to lifelong growth and performance! His qualifications include NASM Master trainer (CES, PES, MMA, Nutrition, Group, and Virtual). This wide-ranging expertise allows Joey to coach athletes of all levels, from beginners building confidence to seasoned competitors pushing their limits.

Lindsay has been in fitness now for 10 years. She was attracted to the music and high energy and now can't live without the community. Her classes are a club-like party that meets athletic programming that's both challenging and accessible to all. It's a wild ride that'll have you breaking a sweat while having a blast. She has trained and mentored many instructors in her fitness career and loves watching new instructors grow to their full potential. On a personal note, she loves a good spicy margarita on the weekends, traveling to new places with her husband, and you'll never find her without her chocolate lab, Enzo.

Marc is a fun energetic group fitness instructor turned virtual Echelon instructor to help bring his passion to people all around the world. He began his personal fitness journey in his late 20s after feeling like it was time to get serious about the exercise side of his health. He has worked in Orlando in the theme park entertainment industry for 15+ years and knew that improved fitness would yield better performance in life and work. Through this process he found his love for helping others with their fitness goals and crossed into the world of personal training. He carries his NASM certification along with proficiency in many other group fitness modalities. Having recently relocating to Miami to join the Echelon team, Marc enjoys exploring new places, taste testing restaurants and searching for the best iced mocha latte in every city he visits with his tiny daughter (dog), Eevee, by his side at all times.

Maribel was born and raised in South Florida, and has always loved the beach and all things sunshine! She is a certified Pilates instructor and also teaches cycling. She fell in love with fitness and wellness and never looked back. After hosting a few fitness events, she realized she wanted to connect more personally with the people showing up and build something consistent beyond just one-time experiences. That’s what led her to become a Pilates instructor, to create a safe and welcoming space where individuals could come together regularly and get a good workout in. Now she leads weekly Sunrise Beach Pilates classes as a way to pour into the community and grow together in fitness.

My name is Michael Browne. Born October 12, 1985 in Atlanta, Georgia. I am Anitguan American, happily married to my bride Kellie and have an amazing son, Jude. I love fitness and all it offers. It sharpens us mentally and can give keys to many life lessons. The fitness journey never ends, broad in type and is constantly molding. That is what I love about it. Have fun with it, master a skill or learn something new. All that, plus more, can be expected in any of my classes.

Muhala is a multidisciplinary artist based in Dubai whose work includes dance, modeling, acting, creative direction and fashion design. Coming from a professional sport background, Muhala trains every day. His experience includes semi-professional football and amateur boxing, as well as dance. He enjoys all kinds of physical activity and has tried almost everything - or is currently doing it! While Hip-Hop is his favorite genre, as a dancer and open-format DJ, he listens to all kinds of music. Music is the Rhythm of the world, and not a day goes by that he's not listening to it.

As Lead Connect instructor, Nicole has been bringing Positive Vibes and Good Rides to the Echelon community since January 2018. Her philosophy is ‘Strong is the New Skinny’ - the number on the scale does not define you. Nicole’s drive is through motivating others and her love for music is what keeps her going. She loves pushing people to do their best, with plenty of positivity and inspiration when the ride gets challenging.

Ryn Tucker is all about balance. With her certifications in personal training and yoga, you're just as likely to find her lifting heavy or finding a flow. Her passion is to bring that idea of balance in a fun and functional way to her classes at Echelon. When she's not teaching, she's reading a book, hiking, finding an adventure, or loving on animals (especially her dogs).

Sofia has been an athlete her entire life, with a love for movement that started early on the soccer field at just six years old. That passion evolved into endurance sports, and today she’s a dedicated marathon runner and group fitness instructor with over five years of coaching experience. While Sofia thrives on endurance days, she’s especially known for bringing the energy on power-focused treadmill workouts, where strength, speed, and confidence come together. Her classes are challenging, motivating, and designed to help members push past limits—both mentally and physically.