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Jenni started emPOWER kids in November 2020, after the COVID-19 crisis changed our lives. Like so many others, she felt the call to give back to the community in a meaningful way. She recognized a void in extracurricular activities for kids, programs that focus on overall wellness. While fun and fitness are most common, mental and social-emotional health programs are rare. In bringing these wellness areas together, emPOWER kids was born. The Wellness Studio opened in September 2021, with the Joyful Movement Gym shortly after in June 2022.
Jenni brings over a decade of experience coaching recreational sports, competitive gymnastics, and Girls on the Run. She attended Marymount University and George Mason University for Elementary Education. She is currently pursuing her RYT 200 yoga certification. When not at the gym, you can find her volunteering at her kiddos' elementary school, hiking a mountain, on the ski slopes or cuddled up with a book!
Vanessa joined Jenni at emPOWER kids in January 2021, just months after the vision emPOWER mission came to fruition. Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Vanessa became a gymnast at age 3. After years of competition, she transitioned into weight lifting and coaching in high school, which sparked her interest in Kinesiology. For over a decade, she's explored the world of meditation, yoga and mind-body connection, and holds her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from George Mason University. When she's not coaching at the gym, you can find her personal training adults, spending as much time as possible outdoors with her doggos, or cooking!
With over 6 years of dedicated experience in youth sports and wellness, Coach Jonathan excels in soccer, tennis, basketball, baseball, yoga, and multi-sport classes. He has served as a long-term substitute K12 PE/Health teacher, mentor, and private youth coach, in Arlington and Alexandria. His commitment to holistic well-being is influenced by the belief that health, wellness, play, and fitness are fundamental human rights, often overlooked. Coach Jonathan holds a certification from Just Practice Yoga, USSF D National-level soccer coaching license, Football Association certifications (UK), and a USA baseball “A” Coaching license. Jonathan also wears a second hat as a professional tutor. His focuses are on secondary English, mathematics, civics, Mandarin Chinese, and SAT/ACT/GRE test prep.
For tutoring inquiries, contact jonathan.muehlke@gmail.com
Hey friends, my name is Coach Asia or Coach A. I am a Senior at George Mason University majoring in Kinesiology (the study of human body movement). Prior to my college career I participated in rec league, high-school, competitive cheer & gymnastics since the age of 6. My passion for cheer & gymnastics paved the way for me to now become a fun, motivated & encouraging coach at emPOWER kids !
Hey there, I'm Emily! I started at emPOWER kids as an intern through George Mason University Kinesiology program. I’m excited and counting down the days to Spring 2024 graduation. I enjoyed my time as an intern so much that I have continued to work with the kids as a coach here at emPOWER.
Before college, I was all about sports - soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, martial arts - you name it! Although I've transitioned from playing to coaching, my love for sports remains strong. I still enjoy catching games whenever I can. Go New York Giants! I also love superheroes and traveling.
Coach Ellie is a junior at Bishop Ireton High School. She has done gymnastics growing up and is currently a captain of the BI Varsity Cheerleading team. Working with kids brings me so much joy and I love watching them progress through our classes! I'm looking forward to the fun activities ahead and am excited to meet you!
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Coach Abby has been a volunteer with emPOWER kids since the begining. She can almost always be found helping with OST Camps, or assisting with classes.
Lucy is a 7th grader and has been a competitive gymnast since she was 5 years old. She lives in Arlington and enjoys playing field hockey, swimming and hanging out with her friends. Lucy loves working with young children to help them reach their goals of being amazing gymnasts!
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