Erica De la O

Pilates Instructor

Erica De La O, was born in Los Angeles, California. She was first introduced to the Pilates Method by her classical ballet instructors. The Pilates method was a vehicle for strengthening, stabilizing, increasing flexibility, injury prevention and most importantly, body awareness.

Erica’s interest grew and she trained with Rael Isocowitz intensively in a six month program and a six month internship. Although Erica has used The Pilates Method as a vehicle to benefit her own career as a ballet dancer, her forte as a Pilates instructor focuses on the non-dancer. Erica is also certified in Gyrotonics ® and she incorporates the rich virtues of this method to benefit each session.

Erica brings to Fitness on Frankfort over 10 years of experience in both Mat and Apparatus Pilates Method. A session will complete a full body work out from head to toe with an emphasis on the individual’s goal and capabilities. Currently, Erica is a First Soloist with the professional ballet company of Kentucky, The Louisville Ballet, but at Fitness in Frankfort her goal is to teach others wellness and body awareness as a way of life.

Sylvester Davis

Hey everybody, my name is Sylvester Davis. I graduated from the University of Louisville in 2005 with my degree in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine. I work at the Ford Kentucky Truck Plant Wellness Center as an Exercise Specialist for Swimmer Wellness Services, Inc.

In addition to my position at the Ford Truck Plant, I am an Intern with the University of Louisville Football Team working as a Strength and Conditioning Coach.

My passion for fitness and strength training began in Middle School when my Dad purchased my first weight set. When I was in High School, I played football and participated in power lifting events throughout the State. I was also part of the Health and Fitness Magnet Program at Fern Creek Traditional High School. I then pursued my Bachelors of Science Degree in the area of Exercise Science.

Over the years I have had the opportunity to learn and work with many excellent coaches and trainers. I’d like to share with you my education, skills and experiences to help you reach your goals.

When I am not working, I enjoy outdoor activities, hanging out with friends, and playing video games. This picture of me was taken on top of a mountain in Snow Bird, Utah.

“Sylvester has the potential to be one of my best all-time trainers on staff. He will coach you for sixty minutes, complete with core and stretching exercises throughout. ” Jody Swimmer

Lauren Ertel

Hi my name is Lauren Ertel. I am currently at the University of Louisville majoring in Health and Human Performance with a concentration in Public Health and a minor in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine.

I am working at Bakery Chef, the Ford Truck Plant and at Fitness on Frankfort!

Originally from Oldham County, KY, I found my love for sports and training in middle and high school while playing volleyball and other indoor/outdoor activities.
Continuing my education at U of L, I have become a Stress Management Life Coach for faculty and staff and will soon become a Nutrition Life Coach.

I eventually plan on taking my experience and knowledge into third world countries such as the Dominican Republic, pictured here, where I went on a mission trip last summer. I'm very excited to be here and look forward to helping you with your goals to whole body wellness!

Kyla James, M.S., Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology

Exercise and fitness has played a major role in most of my life beginning with cheerleading and progressing to running and weight training as an adult. It was primarily my love of running that lead me to pursue a M.S. in Exercise Physiology. I did not begin distance running until adulthood, and I was excited to finish my first mini-marathon at the age of 24 despite the lifelong perception that I was not a distance runner. My wish is for others to experience the same type of self-discovery.

Employment with Swimmers Wellness Services, Inc. has given me experience at Fitness on Frankfort in addition to our corporate sites, Kentucky Trunk Plant and Bakery Chef. I have found satisfaction on a variety of levels whether it is seeing the sedentary person discover the benefits of an active, healthy lifestyle; or helping the regular exerciser reach a new level of fitness. I firmly believe that there is innate athleticism in everyone. The body is a pliable machine that is adaptable with proper training. As a personal trainer, I look forward to helping you develop your unique gifts regardless of your age or perceived ability level. Based upon your needs and goals, I can develop a custom workout. This may involve a traditional full-body workout or specialized abdominal or cardiovascular workout. Whatever the scenario, we will work as a team.

Jennifer Kidd
B.S. in Exercise Physiology

I am so very excited to be a part of the team at Fitness on Frankfort. I am currently working towards my Masters in Exercise Physiology at the University of Louisville. I plan to take my ACSM exams shortly after finishing my graduate program.

Outside of work and school I am a volleyball coach and play in adult leagues two nights a week, or as much as time allows, despite a number of injuries over the years. These injuries have driven me to a unique interest in rehabilitation and physical therapy with regard to knees. My last and possibly most rewarding experience so far has been working as an exercise specialist at a cardiac rehab center this past year.

I love helping anyone and everyone I can to become the best version of themselves. I hope to be a positive influence on those around me and look forward to working with everyone.

Gail Peitzmeier

Gail Peitzmeier, M.S., R.D., L.D. is a registered dietitian with a Master of Science degree in exercise physiology. Currently, she is a doctoral candidate in Health Promotion. Gail is an instructor at the University of Louisville. As a dietitian, she specializes in weight management, general nutrition, disease prevention, health promotion, and sports nutrition. Gail is the nutrition consultant for the University of Louisville athletic department where she works with over 500 collegiate athletes.

Kara Price

Kara Price is originally from Evansville, IN and is excited to come back to the area with her husband to be closer to family and to share her three passions: dancing, Pilates and yoga. A professional dancer for more than 15 years, Kara has lived in both Chicago and NYC. Through her love of dancing, Kara also discovered Pilates. Thanks to her dance background and the flexibility it developed, Pilates came fairly easily to her. However, through teaching Pilates Kara found that its benefits are applicable to any and all people - whether healthy, injured, young, old, big or small - Pilates is an exercise technique that anyone can master.

While living in Chicago, a fellow Pilates teacher urged Kara to try a level 2/3 Ashtanga class! Needless to say she felt she was thrown into the ocean and then told to swim; and swim she did! By the end of class she knew yoga was something she wanted to explore more deeply. With 8 years of teaching Pilates under her belt, she researched yoga teacher training programs and continued her yoga journey in OM yoga's Joining Heaven and Earth teacher training program in NYC. Whether Pilates or Yoga - Kara's classes focus on alignment, breath and a sense of smile. Let Kara's lighthearted approach take you somewhere you have never been-physically, mentally, spiritually - into love and light.

Rachelle Seger

I am pleased to be a part of the Fitness on Frankfort team. I hold BA degrees in Psychology and Sociology. I also work at the University of Louisville's Kentucky Cancer Program in community cancer education and smoking cessation.

I recently completed my 11th marathon. For three marathons, I raised funds and trained with The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team in Training. It is fun and challenging to prepare for race day--be it a 5K or a marathon. I look forward to encouraging you to reach your fitness goals and listening to the mile-by-mile recap of your races.

Ashley Thursby

Ashley Thursby is originally from Richmond, MO, trained at the Kansas City Ballet, and continued in that capacity until joining the company as a Student Apprentice in her senior year. She received her Pilates Certification through Lotus Pilates in Bloomington, IN during her time at Indiana University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Ballet Performance with an Outside Field in Journalism. This is her first year in Louisville, KY as she came to dance with the Louisville Ballet. Ashley has always had an interest in Pilates, and looks forward to teaching as much as she can.