Lake Hopatcong

Sue Gordon

Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor

Staying physically fit and pursuing new dreams and goals has been, for me, an ongoing life process. My Celtic roots led me at the age 10 to Hightland Dancing and at 14 to become the first girl drummer in St. Columcille United Gaelic Pipe Band. Learning and performing Irish Step Dancing at 31 was great! Still being able to fit in the costume and dance after 28 years... priceless.

As one of the original members of Black Bear, my fitness level and I grew along with gym. At 52 I trained with owner Rick Leonard and successfully competed in a power lifting contest. When, after 23 years with Verizon I left with a buyout, it enabled me to pursue something I really loved doing. I took my commitment to good health and fitness to the next level becoming an AFAA Certified Personal Trainer and teaching a group fitness class.

I passionately believe "health is wealth" and exercise truly is the "fountain of youth". It is available to anyone who is willing to give it a chance. At 59, a mother of 3, grandmother of 2, I look forward to the next stage of my life, helping others on their journey to fitness, health and well being.

Marie Corby

Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor

AFAA Certified

I have been working in the fitness field for the past twenty years.  Personal Training is more than just a job to me, it is a true passion of mine.  Being a fitness enthusiast, I worked for the Sheraton Tara Fitness Club for ten years as a Fitness Instructor teaching All Body Conditioning classes and Abdominal classes, as well as Personal Training.  When I left the Sheraton Tara, I started working at Black Bear Fitness and have been with them for eight years.

As a Personal Trainer I am committed to the health and wellness of all my clients.  Helping people reach their fitness goals, no matter what it is they are looking for (feeling better, adding definition, building muscle, improving strength, flexibility, self esteem or losing weight) is a rewarding experience for me.  I work one on one with each client to help you reach your goals.  I am interested in working with individuals of all fitness levels who want to challenge themselves to a healthy lifestyle through exercise.  I also like to remind my clients that proper diet, rest and full commitment to an exercise program are all essential to achieve their goals.

I keep my AFAA Certification current and also attend workshops to keep up with the latest exercise innovations.

Come and let me help you meet all your personal fitness goals.  I am available evenings and weekends.

Fran Theall

Personal Trainer

Fran graduated cum laude from Montclair State University with a B.S. in Physical Education, concentration in Exercise Physiology.  She as worked as a personal trainer and health professional for over 15 years.

Fran is a Certified Nutrition and Lifestyle Coach (NLC) from the Chek Institute, CPR certified and a member of American Council on Exercise (ACE).

Fran's philosophy and style of training incorporate the following:

• Clear focus on functional training to allow movement with strength and ease.
• Whole Foods Nutrition Counseling.
• Promoting good overall health through stress management and "rest awareness" to help you feel energized for life.
• Balancing the mind and body to help you look and feel great from the inside, out.

Becca Williams

Personal Trainer

Hometown

Sparta, NJ

Career

Black Bear Fitness, Personal Trainer (2004-Present) in Both Lk. Hopatcong and Parsippany Locations

Villa Walsh Academy, Softball

Education

Hopatcong High School

County College of Morris

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Certifications

AFAA - Personal Trainer

Yoga Kids

Red Cross CPR & AED Certified

~Becca graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a BA in Psychology.  In addition to being named to the Star Ledger All-West Jersey 1st Team and receiving NJCAA All-American 1st Team honors for Softball, Becca also holds the all-time record for highest single season batting average at both Hopatcong High (.570) and County College of Morris (.663).

Hobbies

Biking & Hiking with husband Lorenzo and dog Jack, Cooking, Laughing