MEET OUR TEACHERS

Krysten

Meet Krysten for a unique and energizing ride on the indoor bike. She loves to keep us motivated, present and active for a full body and mental work out. Her ride vibe is always inclusive and nurturing, yet challenging and robust. Say “Hi!” to Krysten in the Savin Hill neighborhood where she lives with her husband and 2 big Old English Sheepdogs.

Amanda W

A long-time fan of indoor cycling, Amanda, aka “Sausalito,” received her Ignite Instructor certification in 2023 with the support of Erin, Kenny, and Stephanie.

She loves the community at CTS, especially being able to get to know so many members through small group training and classes. Amanda’s Ignite class is all about losing yourself in a great playlist, while building strength and confidence.

Amanda often goes from the bike saddle to the barn where she keeps her horse, Bentley.

Amanda K

Amanda mixes her passion for music with her love for yoga to bring you fun and challenging classes. She encourages all individuals to explore their unique yoga journey, and creates uplifting, non-intimidating environments for everyone to enjoy community.

Amanda loves to crank the tunes, laugh with you, and turn up the volume on your practice!

Angela

Angela grew up south of Boston and was very active participating in sports before heading down to Clemson for college. Looking for a new way to stay active this is where her love for group fitness classes began. She was a regular in Clemson’s cycle, barre and dance fitness
classes, loving the community that fitness brought to her. After four years at Clemson she moved back to Boston and was looking for that same community.

Angela obtained her certifications in Ignite Cycle and Empower Barre at the end of 2020. You can find her teaching both Ignite and Barre classes at the studio when she’s not working as a Civil Engineer in Downtown Boston. Angela is always on the hunt for a good remix track and you’ll be sure to hear that in her classes.

When she’s not in the office or the studio you can find Angela “getting her steps in” around the Savin Hill neighborhood, trying new restaurants, and over planning for any upcoming trips!

Alaina

Alaina was born and raised just outside of Pittsburgh PA. She has always had a passion for fitness and a healthy lifestyle. Growing up, Alaina was active in every sport available, and danced from age six through her college years. It wasn’t until college that she discovered fitness classes and quickly fell in love with the challenge, positive atmosphere and friendships formed in the studio.

After graduating, Alaina moved to Baltimore, MD to start her new career as a Registered Nurse at Johns Hopkins Hospital. The gym became her place to find peace and relieve stress. After being inspired by a phenomenal instructor there, Alaina began to think about becoming an instructor herself. When she found her way to Boston in 2017 to start her life with her now husband, she decided to follow her dream and become certified in fitness classes!

Outside of the studio, Alaina works full-time as a Registered Nurse in Boston and is working on her Master’s degree in Nursing Administration. She enjoys traveling, staying active, spending time with family and friends and testing new restaurants. In the studio, you can count on Alaina to always bring high energy, a positive mindset and a good sweat!

Megan

Originally from Boston, Megan lived and worked in many countries including India, Uganda and South Africa before returning home. During her college years, Megan studied Eastern Religions and became fascinated with Hinduism and Yoga.

She devoted 10 years practicing and teaching Shotokan Karate inspired by her teachers’ focus on the power of concentration and breath. Over the past few years, Megan found herself turning more and more to yoga to clear her mind and heal her body. Looking for a way to deepen her yoga practice, Megan completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at Down Under Yoga. She loves the peace and strength found in marrying movement and breathing and in sharing this practice with others.

Megan lives on Jones Hill with her husband and two teenagers. She loves walking in the woods, gardening and reading. You may run into her on Malibu Beach with her dog - Jack.

Caitlin C

Caitlin was born and raised in the south of Boston. She studied Human Services with a minor in Psychological Science at Fitchburg State and she has been working as a Health Care Administrator at Boston Children’s Hospital for almost 5 years!

It was four years ago during the pandemic when she stepped into her first ever spin class and she immediately fell in love with it. "I felt as though spin classes always gave me the chance to be free and let go of any anxieties or worries that I was having."

During her off time she enjoys listening to music (mainly Beyoncé), hanging with friends and family, going on walks in Harvard Square, and trying new restaurants!

Kata

Kata is a certified Ignite Cycling instructor here at Connected Through Strength. As a lover of all things bikes and music, it was no surprise when she fell in love with indoor cycling.

When she is not on the bike you can find her in the classroom teaching art and photography to high school students. In her free time Kata is typically working in the garden, searching for the best queso or catching local bands play.

Kata’s priority is to create a fun and inclusive environment that celebrates everyone's strength and endurance.