Our Team

Owner

Formally known as Coach Colby! I am from Oklahoma originally where I played collegiate baseball and football. That projected me into a lifestyle of health and fitness where I became a personal trainer. After years of personal training, I moved to Houston and began running the personal training program at LA Fitness. It was here that I realized I wanted to bring my own vision of “The Perfect Workout” to the fitness world and that’s how Illuminate Sweat was born!

Program Director

I was born and raised in Houston, Texas. I am a NASM certified personal trainer with seven years of experience in the fitness industry. In my class you will experience high energy in a welcoming environment, with one on one attention. The most rewarding part of my job is seeing the weights progress, the bodies transform, and confidence grow in the members. You give me effort and I’ll give you the tools to accomplish your fitness goals. Can’t wait for you to come sweat with me!

Head Coach

Hey y’all! I was born and raised here in Houston, Texas. I have a B.S. in Exercise Science and I am a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Behavior Change Specialist. I have been with Illuminate Sweat since 2019 and every year I love this place more and more. Witnessing people not only physically change but mentally change for the better is the reason I am here! I LOVE seeing the confidence grow! Go Be Great!

Marketing Director

She played college softball at The Ohio State University and The University of Houston. Julia grew up as an athlete so sports and fitness has been her longtime love! She finds that working out not only helps her manage stress and keeps her healthy, but it also gives her energy and a clear head to put towards everything else in her busy day. In her classes, Julia hopes to inspire healthy living and energize feelings of community and hard work.

Studio Manager

Born and raised in Houston, TX. Fitness has always been a passion of mine. I’ve been in Health and Fitness for 10+ years wearing many hats. Fitness is the best gift that you can give anyone and sharing an active lifestyle goes a long way. As a personal trainer, witnessing the life-changing moments that people have experienced through an active lifestyle makes it all worth it. Come join me in becoming the best version of yourself! Welcome to Illuminate Sweat where we change lives!

Coach

Russia-born Houston raised. FAQ answered: Yes, I speak Russian. My favorite thing to do as a coach is to push people to do the things that they think they can’t. And the most rewarding thing is watching them complete it and be so proud and confident of themselves. And this goes for anything in someone’s fitness journey. Whether it is picking up a heavier weight or finally getting the hang of meal prepping. I have a B.S. in Exercise Science, and I am a certified personal trainer through the ISSA and the National Personal Training Institute.