WDC COACHES | BMORE COACHES
Founder
gerard burley
My passion for changing lives through fitness comes from my personal journey to find happiness. Growing up an overweight gay black boy in Baltimore City wasn’t easy. I battled body dysmorphia and overall not liking who I was. This was my individual burden for over half of my life. The catalyst to changing my life was the sudden passing away of my mother at a young age from heart disease.
At this point, it hit me that life is short and that I am the only one in control of my health and happiness. My experience overcoming my own weight loss struggles gives me a different perspective when motivating my clients. I don’t see followers, I see the old me.
Master Instructor
NAZINGA THOMAS
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Albany, NY
What is something a few people know about you?
My life plan was to become a dentist….until it wasn’t lol
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
To support people in eliminating self doubt/ creating new possibilities through showing them that they actually can do the things they thought they couldn’t and be better at it than they even imagined. It can start with fitness and spread to all aspects of life.
SWEAT COACH
ALEX CLARK
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Hartford, CT
What is something a few people know about you?
I can sing! You’ll probably hear me signing on the mic during class!
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
To build communities and inspire the lives of people from all backgrounds using fitness as the driving tool
SWEAT COACH/PERSONAL TRAINER
SERGIO ALMARAZ
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Fairfax, VA
What is something a few people know about you?
I moved to Bolivia for a few years when I was 7
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I want people to feel more confident and feel better about themselves, which is exactly what fitness has done for me.
SWEAT COACH/PERSONAL TRAINER
NINA LEON
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Venezuela
What is something a few people know about you?
I’m a Civil Engineer. I stopped designing buildings to build healthy lifestyles. Imagine telling your Latin parents that! Madre mía!
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I want to make the same positive impact on people, that I felt when I was starting my own fitness journey, I want to let them know that I care about their well-being and want to see them grow as athletes and individuals.
SWEAT COACH
Sarah Marr
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
New Jersey
What is something a few people know about you?
I’m an art school dropout.
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
So much in life out of our control. However, choosing a positive mindset and saying, “yes” to yourself are things totally in your control. After competing in D1 Lacrosse, teaching teens/ coaching athletes for over 10 years & working in corporate America, I found my passion in motivating people to be their best.
SWEAT COACH
Raine mckeython
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Washington D.C.
What is something a few people know about you?
My middle name is Storm.
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
To guide people through uncomfortable but necessary periods of growth.
SWEAT COACH
Victoria
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Fairfield County, CT
What is something a few people know about you?
My first time out of the country was a trip to China while I was in graduate school.
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I love coaching adults and helping them discover their true capabilities! We don’t know what we can do until we try and when we do the work as a team, we go further.
SWEAT COACH/PERSONAL TRAINER
Chase
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Springfield, VA
What is something a few people know about you?
I’m married to my High School Sweetheart. 16 years and counting!
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I believe confidence is a super power. Fitness is a tool I utilize to help others become more confident in every aspect of their lives.
SWEAT COACH
Kirstin
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
PG COUNTY MURLAND
What is something a few people know about you?
I have a twin brother
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
To encourage the growth of the community of people who want to do the self-work. Help individuals recognize the power that they hold both physical and mental and provide them with the space to channel the energy in order to become the best version of themselves.
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Springfield, VA
What is something a few people know about you?
I’m married to my High School Sweetheart. 16 years and counting!
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I believe confidence is a super power. Fitness is a tool I utilize to help others become more confident in every aspect of their lives.
SWEAT COACH
Tamar
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Burke, VA
What is something a few people know about you?
I have yet to step foot outside of North America.
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I was a late bloomer in high school and grew up small & skinny which led to being an easy target for high school bullies. Fitness helped me feel more confident in my body inside and out. I coach to help people improve the way they feel about themselves the same way fitness helped me.
SWEAT COACH
Starlight
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Douglasville, Georgia
What is something a few people know about you?
I was a tennis instructor for elementary kids
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
To show people that fitness isn’t a one-size fit all model
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Springfield, VA
What is something a few people know about you?
I’m married to my High School Sweetheart. 16 years and counting!
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I believe confidence is a super power. Fitness is a tool I utilize to help others become more confident in every aspect of their lives.
SWEAT COACH
Cassie
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Maine
What is something a few people know about you?
I’ve only lived in states that start with a “M,” not planned lol (ME, MA, MD)
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I want people to bet on themselves. Everyone has so much potential and should feel empowered to reach their highest version of success!
SWEAT COACH
Joe
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Queens, New York City!
What is something a few people know about you?
I not only share my dad’s name, I was also born on the same day as him. I call him my older twin.
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I love the mission and I want to help build a community around wellness while having fun and spreading my joy!
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Springfield, VA
What is something a few people know about you?
I’m married to my High School Sweetheart. 16 years and counting!
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I believe confidence is a super power. Fitness is a tool I utilize to help others become more confident in every aspect of their lives.
SWEAT COACH
Mo
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Florida (I got that dawg in me)
What is something a few people know about you?
I have a small boozy cupcake business called Swann Appetit!
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
As the kid who failed P.E. in middle school, fitness has never been my thing. SWEAT DC not only challenged me physically but mentally to reach benchmarks I never thought I could. As a SWEAT DC Coach, I want to continue to build this community and provide a safe space for everyone to be their raw and authentic selves.
SWEAT COACH
Malikat
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Chicago, aka the best foodie city in the U.S.!
What is something a few people know about you?
My name means “queen”, and I have 6 names in total.
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
SWEAT has been my happy place since I joined in 2019, and I wanted to help curate that community for others as well!
Where did you first SWEAT(aka where are you from?)
Springfield, VA
What is something a few people know about you?
I’m married to my High School Sweetheart. 16 years and counting!
Why did you become a SWEAT Coach?
I believe confidence is a super power. Fitness is a tool I utilize to help others become more confident in every aspect of their lives.
