Our Philosophy
In Home Senior Fitness puts the well-being of senior citizens first. Our team of rehab professionals is dedicated to improving each individual's strength, balance, and self confidence, allowing you to live the life you deserve.
In Home Senior Fitness was created to fulfill our patients' wishes to continue a fitness routine after they were discharged from therapy. Upon witnessing the amount of re-hospitalization and re-occurring injuries after our patients quit their therapy fitness routines, we decided there had to be a better way for seniors to maintain their health.
Located in the Greater Tampa Bay, West Central, and Central Florida areas, our goal is to create a safe, positive experience for older adults to improve their physical function without the hassle of traveling to a facility, massive co-payments, and negative insurance qualifications that deter so many from the care they deserve.
Meet the Team
Ashley
Co-Founder, Certified Personal Trainer, Senior Fitness Specialist, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Ashley has been a practicing Occupational Therapy Assistant since 2010, focusing on improving the overall health and independence of seniors in skilled nursing facilities, outpatient clinics, and in-home health.
As a Florida native, Ashley went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from the University of South Florida, where she also fell in love with the city of Tampa.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children, traveling, and seeking adventures outside of her comfort zone.
Stacey
Co-Founder, Certified Personal Trainer, Senior Fitness Specialist, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Stacey has been a Physical Therapist Assistant since 2013 with her primary interest being geriatric health in clinical, hospital, skilled nursing, and home-health settings. Stacey served in the U.S. Military for nine years and during that time she worked on her education, graduating from Mount Aloysius College with her degree in physical therapy.
Stacey's passions include health, nutrition, skiing, hiking, and all adventurous outdoor activities. Originally from Pennsylvania, Stacey now enjoys living in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Makenna
Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Since 2021, Makenna has been a licensed occupational therapy practitioner. She earned her degree in occupational therapy from AdventHealth University in Orlando. Makenna has experience working in pediatric, adult inpatient physical rehabilitation, and home health settings. She is committed to providing enriching and meaningful activity experiences that enhance the overall performance and activities of daily living for her clients.
In her free time, Makenna enjoys Pilates, walking her dog, reading books, and exploring adventures with her husband.
Jonathan
Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Jonathan is originally from Maryland and moved to Florida to attend college as a graduate in from FGCU in sports management. Currently he holds a physical therapy assistant license since 2015 and loves playing sports including basketball, mountain biking, weight lifting, running obstacle course races, playing with his dogs, as well as cooking dancing, and being around family. He has worked in many different areas of physical therapy including outpatient, traveling skilled nursing, and home health. Jonathan has lived in the Tampa region since 2016.
Robert
Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Athletic Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Rob has been working as a Personal Trainer since 2003 and as a Physical Therapist Assistant/Athletic Trainer since 1996. He first found his love for fitness and training through his passion for soccer and from his dad who is a Physical Therapist. Rob started his career as an Athletic Trainer with the Tampa Bay Rays and Eckerd College in 1997. He then continued working with his dad in their outpatient physical therapy clinic where he specialized in outpatient orthopedics, sports medicine, golf fitness, geriatric care, and foot orthotics. Rob has worked in many different areas of the physical therapy trade from: outpatient, skilled nursing, long term care, home health, and acute care.
He has lived in St. Petersburg since he was four years old and graduated from the University of Tampa. In his free time, Rob enjoys refereeing triathlons and soccer, scuba diving, fishing, traveling/cruising, and boating.
Katie
Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Katie has been a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant since 2017, graduating from the State College of Florida. She went on to work primarily in outpatient orthopedic and sports rehab for two years. She then went on to work in an outpatient clinic focusing on Parkinson’s rehab, general injuries, and deconditioning. She has experience working with all age ranges from pediatrics to the geriatric population. Katie also has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from the University of South Florida.
She grew up in northern Minnesota and moved to Florida permanently in 2010. She was a competitive figure skater for 15 years, and coach for 9 years. She enjoys working with people with all levels of fitness and health.
Katie and her husband live in Parrish Florida with their 8 month old daughter, 2 cats, and Aussiedoodle. She enjoys exercising and cooking in her free time. Katie’s motto is, “movement is medicine”, and has a passion for helping others reach their fitness and mobility goals.
Leslee
VIRTUAL Certified Personal Trainer, Registered Occupational Therapist
Leslee is an Occupational Therapist and Certified Personal Trainer with nearly a decade of OT experience primarily focused in home health. Being a military spouse, she has lived and practiced in many states. Leslee has re-located out of the area, but remains seeing clients as our virtual trainer! She has a deep passion for health, exercise, and serving the elderly; interests that all come together at In Home Senior Fitness.
She is excited to help clients reach their goals by better integrating fitness into their daily lives! Leslee enjoys exploring her new locations, biking with her husband and two children, and studying health and fitness.
Victoria
Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Victoria Is a Physical Therapist Assistant and Certified Personal Trainer with over seven years of experience in these fields. She graduated summa cum laude from the State College of Florida, Bradenton, in 2018. Victoria was born and raised in Moscow, Russia and trained in gymnastics and acrobatics starting when she was six years old. She was an elite acrobat and performer in Russia, which allowed her to travel all over the world. She came to Tampa, FL in 1996 with a Russian acrobat group to perform in Busch Gardens and qualified for immigration to the U.S. due to her significant skills and training.
Victoria has always enjoyed working with people and helping them to achieve their own personal fitness and health goals. In her free time she likes going to beaches, doing yoga and cooking for friends and family.
Laura
Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Laura is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with over 10 years of experience, including a strong background in orthopedics and several years working with older adults. As a certified personal trainer, she takes a thoughtful, individualized approach to helping clients maintain strength, balance, and confidence after therapy ends. Now based in the Tampa area after relocating from Pennsylvania with her husband, son, and golden retriever, Laura is passionate about helping seniors stay active, independent, and empowered to keep moving forward.
Karen
Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Milan
Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Milan is originally from Kansas City, but has been living in Florida since 2020. She graduated from Mississippi State University with a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and concentration in Health Fitness Studies. She then furthered her education receiving an Associates of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant at Keiser University in Tampa, Florida. She is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
Milan’s passions have always been around health/fitness as she was a competitive gymnast for over 13 years. Besides fitness, she also loves traveling, spending time with family/friends, and anything that involves being outside in the Florida heat. She is excited to join this team and help others become the best version of themselves.
Kara
Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Kara received her Associates of Science degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) from Rasmussen University and her Personal Training Certification (PT) from the American Sports and Fitness Association.
Kara has dreamed of being a physical therapist and personal trainer since she was 10 years old. She has a passion for treating clients with amputations, prosthetics, traumatic brain injuries, and those who have suffered from other neuromuscular or cerebrovascular accidents.
Prior to becoming a therapist, Kara worked as a law enforcement officer, forklift driver at a concrete plant, and a senior fitness instructor and manager at a local gym.
Kara is extremely dedicated to her physical fitness level and goes to the gym several times a week. She has lost 50 pounds two different times in her life. Her other hobbies include going to country concerts, comedy shows, theme parks and finding new and delicious restaurants.
When she is not working as a therapist / trainer or at the gym, you can find her spending time with her son, Linkon, who was diagnosed with Autism and other cognitive and developmental delays.
Jessica
Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Jessica is originally from Chicago, but has lived in the Tampa area for the last 14 years. Jessica has a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science and is a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. She is certified as both a Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Personal Trainer. Jessica has experience working with a variety of patient populations and has a special interest in working with the elderly population. Jessica's lifestyle reflects one of a commitment to health and fitness. She is an avid runner and enjoys CrossFit. Jessica believes that with hard work and dedication fitness is attainable at any age.
Marcy
Certified Personal Trainer, Registered Occupational Therapist
Marcy is a Certified Personal Trainer with a degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Florida, earned in 1991. She has worked in Tampa for 32 years with specialties in Hand/Upper extremity Rehab and Lymphedema. A former gymnast and lifelong exerciser, she combines her in-depth knowledge of functional movement and health with a passion for fitness to create personalized training programs that support clients at every stage of their wellness journey. Outside of work, she enjoys biking, gardening, traveling, and volunteering at the Humane Society. Married and a mother of two grown children and 2 rescue dogs, Marcy values balancing health, family, and a commitment to giving back to her community.
Nikki
Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Nikki is an occupational therapy assistant and personal trainer, specializing in geriatric care. Born and raised in central Florida, she now calls Tampa home, where she lives with her husband and their two beloved dogs. She is committed to enhancing the quality of life for older adults, helping them regain independence and achieve their personal goals. With a strong foundation in therapeutic techniques and fitness, she tailors her approach to meet each client's unique needs, ensuring they stay active and healthy. Her dedication to lifelong learning keeps her at the forefront of geriatric care practices, making her a tireless advocate for her clients.
Jana
Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Jana has been a licensed and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant since 2005. Throughout her whole career, her main focus has been with geriatrics in a skilled nursing facility. Jana grew up in beautiful OC, California where she went to school and started her career. She now resides in beautiful OC, Florida where she has lived since 2011. Jana loves everything outdoorsy and being in nature. Jana’s favorite activities are snowboarding, MTN biking, walking nature trails, sitting at the beach and exploring new areas. Jana has been married since 2007 and has 3 wonderful children, 1 dog, 2 cats, 2 birds, 1 bunny and a few fish. When Jana isn’t driving her children around from activities or attending to her pets, you might find her in a Zumba or Yoga class at the local gym.
Maria
Certified Personal Trainer, Occupational Therapy Assistant
Maria has been an Occupational Therapy Assistant since 2013. In her experience she had the opportunity to work in various settings from outpatient rehab, schools, nursing home and home health. Maria quickly realized she has a passion for all people but her heart is pulled towards the geriatric population. She has a passion to see the elderly increase strength and independence while maintaining the highest level of safety. Maria hopes to assist the elderly to become as independent and strong as they possibly can to live a prolonged and fulfilled life.
Maria, along with her husband and 3 children, moved from Texas to Florida in 2018 and absolutely love it! They love to enjoy the beach together!
Goe
Certified Personal Trainer, Physical Therapist Assistant
Goe Yang graduated as a physical therapist assistant in 2017 from State College of Florida as the student commencement speaker of her class. She began her career working with children before transitioning to geriatrics home health, where she discovered a deep passion for helping seniors maintain their strength, endurance, and stability in order to achieve their fullest potential.
Goe is passionate about staying healthy and active through exercise and highly believes in treating our mind and body with care. She enjoys volleyball, reading, journaling, traveling, exploring nature trails, and content creation.
Tommy
Certified Personal Trainer, Physical Therapist Assistant
Tommy was born and raised in Orlando Florida where he completed his bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences with honors at the University Central of Florida. He then attended Herzing University where he pursued his journey of becoming a Licensed PTA graduating with honors. Tommy has experience in treating all types of patient populations including preventive, post-operative, and chronic rehabilitation. With his strong background in kinesiology Tommy can modify therapeutic exercises and therapeutic activities making it tailor-made for his patients; progressively helping them gain back their quality of life. When Tommy is not treating patients or training clients he enjoys being in the gym working out and spending time with his wife.
Anton
Certified Personal Trainer, Exercise Specialist
Anton was born and raised in Sweden, where he began his career in the field of exercise and physical therapy. He later pursued further education in Australia and acquired a Personal Trainer IV credential, along with the title of Exercise Specialist. Over the past seven years, he has built extensive experience working in the physical therapy and rehabilitation field, helping clients of all ages and backgrounds.
His work spans across diverse populations—ranging from athletes seeking peak performance to high-risk individuals recovering from injury, as well as children, adults, and elderly clients working to improve strength, mobility, and overall wellness.
His passion lies in guiding people toward healthier, stronger, and more sustainable lifestyles. Outside of work, Anton has a strong love for travel, which continues to shape his outlook and experiences.
Kara
Certified Personal Trainer, Registered Occupational Therapist
Kara has been a practicing Occupational Therapist since 2017 with her primary interest in serving the neurologically impaired population in outpatient, inpatient, hospital, skilled nursing, and home-health settings. In her free time, Kara enjoys doing aerial silks (yup, think Cirque du Soleil), working out, and traveling the world.
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