Our Instructors
Meet Our Team
Lindsy van Dyk
General Manager, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Lindsy van Dyk is an American Council on Exercise Certified Personal Trainer and a USA Weightlifting Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach with six years of experience in the health and fitness industry. Throughout her career, she has served as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for golf, tennis, and baseball programs, while also working as a strength and conditioning/speed and agility trainer for various local youth sport programs. Additionally, Lindsy has worked as a personal trainer, focusing on training individuals and groups in proper form, techniques, and mental attitude. With a passion for health and fitness, Lindsy works with clients of all ages and fitness levels, believing that it provides an opportunity for everyone to discover the best version of themselves. Drawing from her experience as an athlete, her education in body mechanics, and her fervor for fitness, Lindsy is dedicated to developing the fitness of others in her career.
Email: ldpearce10@gmail.com
Phone: 479-739-8661
Brent Pearce
Head Tennis Pro
With over 15 years of experience as a Certified Tennis Professional certified by the United States Professional Tennis Association, Brent Pearce has dedicated himself to nurturing tennis talent in Fort Smith. Throughout his career, he has had the privilege of coaching numerous youths and adults, guiding seven athletes to successful collegiate tennis programs. Presently, Brent specializes in training juniors and adults for both competitive endeavors and recreational enjoyment. Brent’s expertise extends to running specialty programs like cardio tennis, beginner clinics, tennis and pickleball leagues, and engaging mixers. Whether you’re looking to improve your tennis game or dive into pickleball, feel free to reach out to Brent for lessons!
Liza Holman
Barre
Liza Holman, a seasoned instructor with over 11 years of experience, teaches a dynamic Barre class aimed at toning, strengthening, and tightening various muscle groups including arms, legs, buttocks, and abdominals. Emphasizing flexibility and balance, her classes are not only beneficial for overall fitness but also for enhancing performance in sports like tennis and pickleball.
Welcoming both newcomers and seasoned participants, Liza finds joy in guiding individuals through their fitness journey. She encourages everyone to give Barre a chance, promising increased stamina and energy levels as a result of consistent practice.
Jennifer Nesbit
Barre / Personal Trainer
Jennifer Nesbit and Jill Waters, collectively boasting over 15 years of experience in teaching Barre, bring a wealth of expertise to their classes. With backgrounds encompassing Pilates, Yoga, and multiple Barre certifications, Jennifer and Jill have honed their skills not only through teaching but also through owning BarreONE Fitness in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and engaging in class fitness and personal training.
Sarah Garlow
Yoga / Pilates Instructor
Sarah Garlow’s introduction to yoga commenced during a period of injury recovery, where the practice not only restored her mobility but also ignited a deep passion within her. With six years of teaching experience in Fort Smith, Sarah’s approach to yoga centers around finding equilibrium between strength and flexibility. Emphasizing functional movement to bolster resilience against injury, Sarah specializes in teaching vinyasa, or flow, style yoga, ensuring participants experience a dynamic session characterized by movement, perspiration, and focused breathing.
In Sarah’s class, participants can anticipate a guided journey through exercises designed to cultivate strength, balance, and flexibility, fostering a holistic approach to physical well-being.
Wian van Dyk
Tennis / Pickleball Pro
Wian van Dyk, hailing from Pretoria, South Africa, has been immersed in the world of tennis since the tender age of 5. Beginning his competitive journey at 9, he swiftly rose to international prominence by the age of 16. At 18, Wian embarked on a new chapter in Fort Smith, Arkansas, joining The University of Arkansas Fort Smith’s men’s tennis team on a prestigious scholarship. Throughout his five-year tenure, he showcased his exceptional talent, consistently excelling as the #1 doubles player and transitioning to #2 singles during his freshman and sophomore years before claiming the #1 singles position for the subsequent three years. Notably, Wian achieved impressive UTR ratings, reaching a high of 12.8 for singles and 11.9 for doubles.
Following his collegiate success, Wian’s passion for tennis led him to pursue coaching as his next endeavor. In 2022, he obtained his Professional Tennis Registry Certification and has since dedicated himself to coaching full-time, imparting his expertise and love for the game to aspiring players. With a rich background in both playing and teaching, Wian continues to inspire and nurture the next generation of tennis enthusiasts.
Revae “Black” Bullock
Basketball Trainer
Phone: 479-561-8516
Butta Bullock
Basketball Trainer
Reginald “Butta” Wade is a basketball skill enhancement coach. He has been training basketball players for 10+ years. Within those years he has traveled all across the country to learn from top NBA trainers like Drew Hanlen, Chris Johnson, and Johnny Stephene. The knowledge gained from training with these pros has helped him to, physically and mentally, push some of the top athletes in the area to their next level in basketball. He enjoys working with the youth in our community whether they are beginner or advanced players.
Email: bullock_reginald@yahoo.com
Phone: 479-652-0671