Robert Austin

Director of Personal Training

Hometown:
Sparta, New Jersey

Career:

• Black Bear Fitness, Personal Training Manager
• Lucent Technologies Whippany, Site Coordinator
• Sparta High School Coach, Football, Baseball, Softball
• Precision Training 2000 in Martinsville, Personal Trainer
• Florida Power & Light St. Lucie, Corporate Fitness Intern

Education:

• Jefferson Township High School
• East Stroudsburg University

Certifications:

• Certified Strenght & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
• American Red Cross: CPR / First Aid

Family:
Julie (Wife), Tucker (Son), Evelynn (Daughter), Rhys (Son)

Hobbies:
Raising Children, Sports, Umpiring Yankee Baseball

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.

Patrick J. Neill

NSCA-CPT - Program Manager

AVAYA Inc. Fitness & Wellness Center

Patrick earned his Bachelor of Science degree from East Stroudsburg University with a concentration in Movement Studies and Exercise Science.  With over ten years in the fitness industry, Patrick has acquired skills working in corporate and commercial fitness, group exercise instruction, athletic development, and sports coaching.  Patrick holds a personal training certificate with the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and is CPR certified.

Favorite Words of Wisdom:
What you tolerate, you encourage.

Favorite Athletes/Teams/Coaches:
Jerry Rice, Matt Kenseth, 49ers, LSU Tigers Football, Nick Saban & Bill Parcels

Favorite Pastimes:
Family time, training athletes, viewing sporting events

Family:
Janine (Wife), Ally Rose (Daughter)

Residence:
Green Township, NJ
Sussex County

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 Caruso

Manager / Personal Trainer

Rebecca graduated from the County College of Morris and Ramapo College of New Jersey with a BA in Psycology / Minor in Substance Abuse Counseling. In adition to being named to the Star Ledged All-West Jersey- 1st team and receiving NJCAA All-American-1st team honors for Sofball, Rebecca also holds the all-time record for highest single season battin average in both her high school (.570) and college (.663).

Certifications

• Aerobics and Fitness Association of America - Personal Trainer
• Aerobics and Fitness Association of America - Yoga Instructor
• Kid´s Yoga
• Red Cross CPR Certification through February 2008
• Automated External Defibrilator (AED) Certified

"It´s just a job. Grass grows, birds fly, waves pound the sand. I beat people up..."
Muhammad Ali