Staff
Sally Romero
Center Owner Sally found Jazzercise in Miami Springs/Hialeah in 1981 and has been dancing ever since. In 2000, when her son, Nick, left home to serve as a Pilot in the U.S. Air Force, Sally decided to become a Certified Jazzercise Instructor. Her husband, Stan, fully supported her decision, as she is most happy when Jazzercising! "This is the most fun exercise program I have ever done - and I've been having fun with it for over 20 years! Jazzercise will keep you coming back which will help you reach your fitness goals." Sally teaches Regular and Lite Jazzercise, and Personal Touch, our semi-private personal training program. Her goal at every class is to give her customers a great workout while having lots of fun. |
Beth Cohen
Center Owner Dr. Beth Cohen was born in 1966 in Stamford Connecticut and at 16 moved to sunny Florida. After attending Plantation High School she attended Broward Community College and graduated with an A.A. Degree in Liberal Arts and then onto Florida Atlantic University graduating with a B.A. in Business and Human Resources Management. Working in business was a gratifying experience although not challenging enough. Dr. Cohen then went on to study science and obtain a Doctorate of Chiropractic Physician. After opening and running a successful Practice with husband of 18 years, Dr. Lance Cohen, they decided to start a family. After having 3 beautiful girls, Dr. Beth was introduced to Jazzercise. In the year 2000 the first classes were formed in Weston and she helped manage classes. After seeing what a professional well rounded exercise program it is, she became dedicated to health and fitness, losing 40 pounds and attending classes 5 – 6 days per week. Dr. Cohen (also known as Dr. Beth) is now a certified Jazzercise Instructor, teaching Regular Jazzercise, Junior Jazzercise and Personal Touch and incorporates her health background in all her classes. Her goal is to own and operate a successful and profitable Weston Jazzercise Center along with her partner and promote Health and Fitness to anyone and everyone. |
Marti Wiener
Associate Instructor. From my very first Jazzercise class in 1989 in Kona, Hawaii, I became hooked! The music, the movement, and choreography made the 1 hr. workout seem like a party! After 11 yrs. as a student in various parts of our country, I became an instructor, opening the first Jazzercise classes in Weston. After having twins, I found the challenge of getting into shape very overwhelming. Jazzercise was so easy and fun….I looked forward to hooten’ & hollerin’ during the routines and seeing the friendly faces each day. Before I knew it, my body was back to a pretty good shape. Now I’m well into my 40’s and I’m as fit as ever…all thanks to Jazzercise! I’m originally from the Washington, DC area where I graduated with a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Maryland. I’ve been a flight attendant with United Airlines for 19 years and continue to juggle flying, the children, our family demolition business and Jazzercise! Jazzercise provides the energy and the mental stress relief to keep it all together. My goal is to give my students a very fun, yet challenging class…making them look forward to returning for more, just as I did many years ago. |
Tina King
Associate Instructor Tina has been Jazzercising for over 23 years. Since becoming an instructor in 1988 she’s taught throughout the United States. Tina was born in Owensboro, Kentucky. She moved with her family to Kennesaw, Georgia when she was in 7th grade. Tina found her passion for the stage and physical education during her school years. She graduated from North Cobb High School in Acworth, Georgia. During High School she met and fell in love with her husband, Randy. They were married in 1979 shortly after he joined the United States Navy. Randy became a Navy Pilot and they traveled the world together over the next 24 years. It was during their Navy tour in Pensacola that Tina first discovered Jazzercise in 1982. She became an Instructor in 1988 while they were living in San Diego - near the Jazzercise Mecca of Carlsbad. Tina has followed Jazzercise through many changes and has participated in numerous fundraisers, football half time shows, and conventions. Tina took an instructing sabbatical while she and Randy lived in Japan on a Navy assignment. When Randy retired from the Navy in 2002 they relocated to Weston. Finally settled in one place, Tina recently completed the recertification process and is now enjoying an active Jazzercise filled life in South Florida. She is a graduate of the University of Colorado holding a Bachelors Degree in Psychology. Tina combines her passion for Jazzercise with her knowledge of health psychology to educate and train others in the pursuit of healthy lifestyles. |
Joan Brennan
Associate Instructor. Joan was born and raised in New Jersey where she started dancing and performing at age 5. She continued her love of dance and performing throughout high school and college. She graduated from Northwestern University and took dance classes with Judy Sheppherd Missett's mentor, Gus Giordano. Joan first saw Jazzercise on a show called "PM Magazine" and was thrilled when Jazzercise came to New Jersey. "I still remember my first routine because I knew immediately that this was the dance/exercise program I was looking for." Joan started taking classes in 1980 and became and instructor in 1985. "Jazzercise absolutely changed my life and, in turn, afforded me the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of many other people who love Jazzerise as much as I do. I have never grown tired of it." Joan owned her own classes in NJ for 10 years and went on "Substitute Instructor" status when she retired after a 26-year career as a social worker for the State of New Jersey at the Adoption Resource Center. After being a snowbird for 6 years, Joan and her husband, Artie, moved to Florida in 2003. Joan has a son and granddaughter living in Oregon. "I love to tell my classes that not only is Jazzercise good for your mind, body and spirit, but exercise is the only natural fountain of youth" and we know how important that is." |
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Valerie George, Phd, LD
Guest Speaker Dr. Valerie George received her Ph.D. in Nutrition in 1990 from University Laval in Quebec City, Canada. She completed her post-doctoral studies in Behavioral Medicine at the University of Miami. She has a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology an a Bachelor of Science Degree in Food Science. Dr. George was on the faculty of the University of Miami where she directed the Women's Health Trial, a program aimed at helping women reduce dietary fat. Dr. George does research in the area of physical activity and obestiy, as well as nutrition education. She teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in Nutrition Education, Nutrition Assessment, and Nutrition Counseling. She is the author of the book entitled, "The Supermarket Diet, A Guide to New Food Labels and Weight Control." |
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Collette Shaw
Manager - Class Managers |
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Susy White
Class Manager |
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Michelle Wellner
Class Manager |
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Norma Arguezo
Class Manager |