Hello, I’m Melissa! I was born and raised in Mexico City. Before Fitness Together, I was a personal trainer in my country and a physical therapist. I graduated as a physical therapist and specialized in sports. After a few years here, I knew I wanted to help people in multiple ways, and I’m currently excited to finish my master's in sports therapy and sports science and apply the knowledge that I have to my job. Even though I might love the art of sports and their scientific background, I don’t know much about them as a fan, but something that NYC has made me a huge fan of is fashion! For me, teaching people the different ways a simple workout and movement can alleviate your pain, make you gain strength, and help you feel mentally and physically better has been one of my biggest goals. With my experience and passion for physical therapy and personal training, I have discovered that I like connecting with people. The care and attention I give to the people I work with make me who I am.

in my free time I like to
look up the next places I want to visit and do extreme sports. I consider myself a knowledgeable backpacker of the world. This hobby has allowed me to meet people and make friends worldwide. If you ever have any suggestions of where to travel next I would love to hear them!

Hello! My name is Ezele Wicks. I recently relocated from California in August 2025 and in November 2024, I graduated with my Master’s degree in Sport Performance and Psychology. Growing up, I was deeply involved in baseball earning a few notable accomplishments including selections to the 2013 Team USA developmental team, competing with the Brewers Area Code team in 2015 and finishing my collegiate career at Sonoma State University. I have four years of experience in education, serving two years as an Instructional Assistant at a middle school and two years as a Teacher Assistant in a preschool setting. I am also a huge sports fan, especially in football and baseball, and proudly support the 49ers and Dodgers. With a strong background in both sports and teaching, I am passionate about others reaching their goals through guidance, support, and positive motivation - while ensuring the process is enjoyable and meaningful.

in my free time I like to
golf, go to the movies, play video games, explore the DMV, and watch football. I hope to one day go to my first NFL game.

Hello everyone! My name is Kyle Santello and I graduated from Rome City Institute with my Master’s Degree in Sport Management and Coaching and got my bachelor's degree in Physical Education and Recreation from Gallaudet University. I’m going into my 2nd season as the Men’s Soccer Assistant Coach at Gallaudet University and I’m a member of the United States Deaf Men’s National Soccer Team. I played NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer at Gallaudet University and college soccer at Rome City Institute. I am extremely passionate about sports and fitness and love watching them as well which include basketball, football, and soccer!

in my free time I like to
play soccer, go for long runs around DC, watch football and explore the DMV. I also love traveling and hope to go back to Rome, Italy one day!

Hi! My name is Clark, and I am the owner of Fitness Together Silver Spring as well as the co-owner of Fitness Together in Gaithersburg. My Fitness Together journey started as a personal trainer in the FT Alexandria, VA location in 2014. I always knew I wanted to own a business, and when I found FT, I immediately fell in love and wanted to become a studio owner. I am such a believer in Fitness together that in January of 2022, my business partner and I, Christopher LaVeck, became owners of the Gaithersburg location. Since then, our amazing team has been helping our clients achieve their goals and become the healthiest version of themselves. I am convinced that you will also enjoy your Fitness Together experience, regardless of your goals because I am not only a studio owner, I am a client myself!

in my free time I like to
Spend time with my wife Amy, and doggo, Dakota. I am also an avid fisher and kayaker and enjoy anything having to do with the outdoors. I am a member of various FT committees on the corporate level, including the Diversity, Inclusion and Equality Committee, the Producer to Leader Committee which focuses on helping coaches grow into leadership/ownership positions, and a member of the Fitness Together Franchisee Advisory Council which is a committee representing the entire FT Brand.