Rebecca Dawson

I graduated from Indiana University at Indianapolis in 1993 with a bachelor of science degree in Physical Education.  From there I worked as a physical education teacher at a local high school and was in charge of teaching the students "group fitness".  This is where my passion for group fitness started.  I started teaching step, hi/lo aerobics and toning classes.  Once I decided to have a family and work only part time, I continued my passion as a group fitness instructor and coordinator at a local gym where I managed 3 of the facilities group fitness programs.  During this time I taught many formats"  step, hi/lo, kickbox, strength, aqua, yoga, turbokick and zumba.  I loved trying out the new and upcoming "hot things" in group fitness.  I was with New Lady Fitness for about 12 years.  I then moved onto Lifestyle Family FItness where I continued my passion for group fitness as the group fitness manager and instructor.  I added Les Mills Bodypump and Bodyflow to my areas of passion as I attended the trainings and became a Les Mills instructor.  I was with Lifestyle Family FItness until November of 2011 when we were purchased by Life Time Fitness.  I currently LOVE working for Life Time FItness as the group fitness department head.  I regularly attend fitness conventions such as Sara City Workout, EMPOWER and the zumba convention.  I have also hosted many zumba events with top celebrity instructors such as Gina Grant, Tanya Beardsley, Lindsey Taylor and will be hosting Kass Martin in 2 weeks. 

My passion is not only with group fitness but with also helping others to get fit and healthy.  I love the members we have at our club and love to help them be better and feel better.  I am an outgoing, highly motivated person who loves being around others and connecting with others.  One of my strengths is making everyone feel welcome and worthy of being themselves and making the most of who they are.  I will continue sharing my passion with those who have the desire to improve their way of life.