SHELLY ALVES, NSCA CPT
Your trainer/coach, Shelly, is a northern California native and life long athlete. She holds a degree in Exercise Science/Philosophy. She is certified through the National Strength Coach Association, NSCA CPT, the only accredited program in the USA. She has been an Athletic Trainer for 10 years and is a Nationally Accredited Paramedic.
Her personal athletic pursuits include:
Her personal athletic pursuits include:
- Women's National College Champion WL4
- Women's Pac-10 Rowing Champion WL8
- Former President CSUS Crew Team
- Casa Roble H.S. Athletic Trainer 8yrs.
- Casa Roble H.S. Track Coach (Cross Country & Sprint)
- Certified Orthopedic Rehabilitation Specialist
- Tri-Athlete
- C.C. Mountain Bike Racer
- Adventure Racer
- Advanced First Aid, CPR & WSI
- Lifeguard
- Nationally Accredited Paramedic
“You have my commitment to educate, motivate, and provide you with the tools necessary to make fitness a permanent & effective part of your life.”
CARLOS PONCE
Carlos is an avid lover of the outdoors and brings a variety of knowledge and experience to our outings. He spent five years in the Marine Corps, where he learned most of the skills he now carries over to his outdoor adventures. Assigned to “A” CO., 3RD Recon Battalion, he successfully completed schools, which provided him with the opportunity to learn about himself and “Mother Nature”.
Some of the schools he attended were Navy Scuba School, Army Jump School, Amphibious Recon Course, Air Assault and Air Assault Rappel Master’s Course. At the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Facility located in Bridgeport (CA) he learned basic and advanced rock climbing and mountaineering skills. He still climbs today. Some of his favorite spots are Lovers Leap and the Consumes River Gorge. He has four successful summits of Mt. Shasta, as well as summits at Mt. Lassen and Mt. Conness. Carlos enjoys mountain biking and road biking and is currently a member of the 2002 Peak Cycling team.
The last two years, he has completed several adventure races and ultra marathons. Some of his basic philosophies in life are to learn lots, have fun, and respect “Mother Nature”. He is certified as a rappel master, in CPR and as a first responder in first aid. He has been employed with the Sacramento Sheriff’s Department for the past 15 years and is currently assigned to the SWAT team. Currently he is the land navigation instructor and rappel master for the team. He has a B.S. in Criminal Justice from C.S.U.S.
Some of the schools he attended were Navy Scuba School, Army Jump School, Amphibious Recon Course, Air Assault and Air Assault Rappel Master’s Course. At the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Facility located in Bridgeport (CA) he learned basic and advanced rock climbing and mountaineering skills. He still climbs today. Some of his favorite spots are Lovers Leap and the Consumes River Gorge. He has four successful summits of Mt. Shasta, as well as summits at Mt. Lassen and Mt. Conness. Carlos enjoys mountain biking and road biking and is currently a member of the 2002 Peak Cycling team.
The last two years, he has completed several adventure races and ultra marathons. Some of his basic philosophies in life are to learn lots, have fun, and respect “Mother Nature”. He is certified as a rappel master, in CPR and as a first responder in first aid. He has been employed with the Sacramento Sheriff’s Department for the past 15 years and is currently assigned to the SWAT team. Currently he is the land navigation instructor and rappel master for the team. He has a B.S. in Criminal Justice from C.S.U.S.
ADRIENNE ROBINSON M.A.
Adrienne has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years as group exercise instructor and personal fitness trainer. She has an MA in exercise physiology and is certified by ACSM.
Adrienne believes in health and fitness for life and to improve the quality of life. She personally does weight training and cardiovascular exercise daily as well as amongst other things, biking, running, hiking, and triathlons. And though it is “exercise”, it should still be fun!
She is devoted to bringing that same type of fun and success to others’ fitness program to maintain for life. Adrienne has worked with many types of individuals from all ages and fitness levels and applies the right amount of training for each individual person. She also does nutritional counseling, teaching clients the “how-to’s” on a healthy diet, a subject that floods the consumer with overwhelming information.
If resistance training is the piece of the “fitness pie” that’s missing for you, Adrienne will teach you all you need to know for a program that works for your lifestyle. She also takes clients outdoors and encourages them to add outdoor activities to their overall training.
Adrienne has been practicing yoga for 6 years, is certified and done many training and workshops. She provides private yoga classes as well.
Adrienne believes in finding balance.
Adrienne believes in health and fitness for life and to improve the quality of life. She personally does weight training and cardiovascular exercise daily as well as amongst other things, biking, running, hiking, and triathlons. And though it is “exercise”, it should still be fun!
She is devoted to bringing that same type of fun and success to others’ fitness program to maintain for life. Adrienne has worked with many types of individuals from all ages and fitness levels and applies the right amount of training for each individual person. She also does nutritional counseling, teaching clients the “how-to’s” on a healthy diet, a subject that floods the consumer with overwhelming information.
If resistance training is the piece of the “fitness pie” that’s missing for you, Adrienne will teach you all you need to know for a program that works for your lifestyle. She also takes clients outdoors and encourages them to add outdoor activities to their overall training.
Adrienne has been practicing yoga for 6 years, is certified and done many training and workshops. She provides private yoga classes as well.
Adrienne believes in finding balance.
FRANK DOOLEY
Frankie Boy is our cycling enthusiast. He is a tri athlete, former business executive, father of three and a PROUD grandfather. He is also a licensed Certified Massage Therapist, CPR certified as well as a Personal Trainer.
His love of cycling and the priority he places on this element in his life has allowed him to train a minimum of 250 miles per week. This training includes mountain biking, as well as, road cycling. Frank says, “the more time I spend on my bike the better I feel. I have found that most people, especially those that I ride with, are filled with joy, love of life and are always excited to be enjoying their time outdoors. Ours is a love of nature and a desire to keep the spirit of our youth "ever present" as we mature physically.”
In addition to cycling, and fatherhood, Frank continues with his passion for health and fitness in the form of strength training and therapeutic massage.
If you feel the need for therapeutic massage services, Frank can help. He is a licensed and insured provider who holds the Advanced Certified Massage Therapy (ACMT) certification. He is also a member in with the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) member organization.
Massage Techniques Include:
Special Business License #628138
Sacramento County Permit #756770
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals Member ID #891280
His love of cycling and the priority he places on this element in his life has allowed him to train a minimum of 250 miles per week. This training includes mountain biking, as well as, road cycling. Frank says, “the more time I spend on my bike the better I feel. I have found that most people, especially those that I ride with, are filled with joy, love of life and are always excited to be enjoying their time outdoors. Ours is a love of nature and a desire to keep the spirit of our youth "ever present" as we mature physically.”
In addition to cycling, and fatherhood, Frank continues with his passion for health and fitness in the form of strength training and therapeutic massage.
If you feel the need for therapeutic massage services, Frank can help. He is a licensed and insured provider who holds the Advanced Certified Massage Therapy (ACMT) certification. He is also a member in with the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) member organization.
Massage Techniques Include:
- Swedish Bodywork Techniques
- Acupressure/Shiatsu Bodywork
- Asian Bodywork
- Chair/Client Assement
- Craniosacral
- Deep Tissue
- Elder Care
- Prenatal & Infant Care
- Muscle Stretching/Sports Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Reflexology
- Trigger Points
- Hot Stone Therapy
Special Business License #628138
Sacramento County Permit #756770
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals Member ID #891280
MIKE MUNOZ
Mike Munoz has lived and recreated in the Sacramento/Lake Tahoe region for the last fifteen
years. He has pursued fitness through muscle powered sports. Mike enjoys a variety of outdoor activities including snowshoeing, hiking and rock climbing. Mike believes strongly in people having positive outdoor experiences, “I want our clients to feel secure and confident in trying new activities". “I've had memorable achievements while playing in the mountains but it was always about the people that encouraged and motivated me to reach my goals”. Mike is a paramedic with American Medical Response and lives in Cameron Park with his wife and son.
years. He has pursued fitness through muscle powered sports. Mike enjoys a variety of outdoor activities including snowshoeing, hiking and rock climbing. Mike believes strongly in people having positive outdoor experiences, “I want our clients to feel secure and confident in trying new activities". “I've had memorable achievements while playing in the mountains but it was always about the people that encouraged and motivated me to reach my goals”. Mike is a paramedic with American Medical Response and lives in Cameron Park with his wife and son.
- B.A. C.S.U.S. Sacramento
- CA Teaching Credential (Physical Education)
- Nationally Accredited Paramedic
- P.E. Instructor Sacramento City Unified (5yrs)
- Expert Rock Climber (14yrs)
- Cyclist (15yrs)
- Snowboarder (10yrs)
- Volunteer Cameron Park Fire Dept
