Yushonda Matthews

I am a licensed fitness professional through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (“NASM”) with 10 years’ experience serving as a group fitness instructor and group personal trainer specialist.  I am licensed to teach various fitness formats that include Zumba® Fitness formats (Basic, Toning, Step, Gold, Kids & Aqua), Ignite Dancefit, Indoor Cycling, YMCA Group Exercise and other various group exercise formats.  I currently teach weekly classes at a local YMCA and livestream, both of which allow me to interact with individuals from various fitness backgrounds. 

My journey with fitness began in 2012 when my life reached a turning point, and I was faced with so many challenges physically and mentally.  God began to speak to me in that moment and there began my journey to a better, healthier me, both physically and mentally.  My mind was transformed, and I found my way to wholeness through fitness.  Today, I share this love with everyone as I teach classes and encourage everyone to be their best self. My goal is to make fitness FUN for everyone and to make it a lifestyle. 

Yushonda Matthews MA, MM, BA

Group Personal Training Specialist & Group Fitness Instructor, ZIN