Heather DuCloux

I began my initial journey into fitness and group classes as an Army Master Fitness trainer.  After I left the military and moved to Milwaukee, I became ACE certified as both a group exercise instructor and personal trainer.  I taught a variety of classes at the YMCA.  I eventually was installed as the Fitness Coordinator for the Downtown YMCA.  As I began to grow in my career with the YMCA as a manager and director, I always taught classes for the organization.  I had the opportunity to attend a variety of wellness workshops and trainings, inlcuding Les Mills, Sarah City Workout and even the YMCA.  I was certified as a YMCA group exercise instructor and trainer.  As a trainer I delivered the YMCAs group exercise training.  This was a one day training where new instructors learned the basics of teaching, safety cues and basic anatomy and human kinesiology.  

Now I am teaching a variety of classes at Oakridge Fitness Center at The Landings Club in Savannah.  Although many of my participants are retired, I teach to a diverse and varied audience.  On the other end of the spectrum, I teach inclusive classes at Savannah State University.  These classes include students and faculty.

As an instructor I believe in showing modifications and helping all participants feel successful in their decision to join one of my classes.  I am a firm believer in setting goals for the class.  This helps members focus on something new, even when the program or choreography are not.  I always make myself available to clients to hear their questions, comments and suggestions.