Instructors
JENNY HARKINS
Jenny, an ACE certified group instructor and nutrition specialist, is the founder of Treadfit. After completing five marathons and several half marathons, she began experimenting with shorter bursts of high intensity running mixed with strength training. She saw dramatic improvements in her fitness level, and decided to leave distance running behind. Jenny brings her love of running and fitness to the unique format of Treadfit’s workouts.
COLETTE FITZGERALD
Colette is a certified ACE personal trainer with over seven years experience as a personal trainer in the Beverly area. Colette specializes in the body’s core muscles that are exercised in everyday life. She is a strong believer in helping her clients achieve their maximum fitness goals through a high energy approach to their exercise routine. Colette is an active mother of five and an amazing role model!
DAWN COURTNEY
Dawn is an experienced certified group instructor and a Treadfit regular. Dawn is a busy mother of two who incorporates fitness into her family’s daily lives. She has been active in sports and fitness since her high school days, and brings her dedication to fitness and health to each of her classes.
SARAH DALEY
Sarah Daley is a local resident of the Beverly neighborhood. Sarah and her husband, Matt, have three children who keep them busy! Sarah has been with Treadfit since it opened back in 2015, and it has been her second home since! She has been active in sports and cheerleading her entire life and has a strong passion for personal well-being and running. Sarah loves helping people feel good about themselves by reaching their full potential, both mentally and physically. She is a certified group fitness instructor through ACE, and this training helps her to be able to create workouts that maximize outcomes. Helping people feel good about themselves through exercise is her main goal. When Sarah is not at Treadfit or at home with her family, you can find her in the sky working as a Southwest Flight Attendant.
MARY BROWN
Mary is a certified ACE group fitness instructor and a Treadfit regular who completed nearly 200 classes in 2017 and won top female during March Madness. Since running track in high school, she’s completed two Chicago marathons as well as many local races. As an exercise enthusiast, Mary found her passion in learning about fitness and helping educate others. She is thrilled to join the Treadfit Team!
MELISSA URBON
Melissa is an ACE certified group fitness instructor and Treadfit regular who has completed over 730 classes. Melissa has been an avid runner her entire life and has a strong passion for fitness and staying healthy. As a busy mom of three teenagers and 24 year veteran teacher in CPS, Melissa knows how to motivate people and encourage them to accomplish their goals. Melissa brings high energy and a little humor to her classes, laughing burns calories! She is honored and extremely excited to join the Treadfit team!
CLARE KENNEDY
Clare is an ACE certified fitness instructor as well as a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Her love of movement began at a young age as a competitive Irish dancer and soccer player. She has traveled to Ireland to compete in the World Championship and run her first marathon. Clare spends her free time with her husband, daughter, and two dogs. As a Beverly transplant, Clare has found a sense of community at Treadfit and is excited to challenge her clients each week!
SHANA CREIGHTON
Shana’s love and passion for fitness led her to obtain her ACE personal trainer certification. She has been active all of her life in basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, track, and CrossFit. Shana has completed three Chicago Marathons and is always seeking new challenges. Her love for group fitness is what brought her to Treadfit. One of her favorite things about coaching is inspiring others to achieve their goals and push themselves. When Shana’s not at the gym she works as a nurse practitioner in the cardiothoracic ICU. Shana is excited to join the Treadfit family.
Lauren Doig
Lauren is an ACE certified fitness instructor as well as a Treadfit regular having completed over 500 classes. Lauren began running in college where it turned into a true passion. She is also an Account Manager for an international chocolate company and resides in Beverly with her husband and three children. Lauren is looking forward to teaching strength classes as well as traditional Treadfit classes, and hopes to motivate clients the same way she has been motivated and encouraged by the incredible Treadfit Beverly team!
NORA SHEAHAN
Nora is a local resident who was born and raised in Beverly. She has completed 4 marathons, several half marathons and has been a Treadfit regular for years, completing over 300 classes. Her love of running, Treadfit classes and being a part of something that makes a difference in peoples’ lives inspired her to get her certification to be an instructor. Nora, who also works as a full-time fundraiser for a not- for-profit school in the south suburbs, still lives in Beverly with her husband, stepdaughter and 2 dogs and is excited to join the Treadfit Family!
KALEY FARRELL
Kaley’s love of fitness came after working in the corporate world for many years. She wanted to share her passion for fitness with others and became an ACE certified trainer. Kaley’s focus on fitness also helps her build endurance and stamina to keep up with her five little ones. Her focus is on perfecting form and lifting heavy to achieve amazing results.