Eric Murphy is the owner of Pearl Personal Training. Eric trained at Signature Fitness, Chuck Mound's Performance Training, and New York Sports Club before deciding to open his own studio. Considered the foremost authority on Kinesis, Eric has trained numerous newcomers to the industry and is in charge of all aspects of training at Pearl. The former star basketball and football player is consistently on the cutting edge of fitness as he nurtures his creation, Pearl, to its fullest potential. "Go as far as you can see; when you get there, you'll be able to see farther."
Jennifer Ashkinaze is a true believer in the importance of overall wellness. After a career in hospitality, Jennifer became a personal trainer. She has blended her warmth and compassion with her Kinesis expertise to create an environment in which her clients look forward to training. Her husband is an accomplished New York City chef and she is the mother of Jack and Ben. Her knowledge and congeniality will make reaching your fitness goals a pleasure. "Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you."
Jamie Di Carlo is an accomplished trainer, dancer, and runner. Her success in the fitness field has spanned over twelve years and shows no signs of letting up. She is a boxing instructor as well as an expert in Kinesis. She has been focused on running half marathons lately (including ones that include psycho obstacle courses!) and serves as an inspiration to her clients. "Don't aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally."
Jeremie Guarderas is a Pearl personal trainer best known for his expertise in boxing. The former Golden Glover utilizes his vast knowledge of the "sweet science" with his ever growing use of Kinesis, "the new science". Motivation and technique are two of Jeremie's strong suits. Consider signing up for the Boxing/Kinesis class he teaches along with Eric on Tuesday at 10:00 A.M. "Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it."
David Lavin is Pearl's newest addition to the training staff. A former basketball player and an accomplished track star, David brings tremendous preparation to the floor. His extensive training with Eric Murphy has led him to the highest level of expertise on the Kinesis wall. His knowledge will guide you to reach your fitness goals as you spend time with this likeable chap. In the words of Alexander Graham Bell, "Before anything else, preparation is the key to success."
Carol Pavoni has returned! An original Pearl trainer, Carol left after giving birth to the beautiful Sofia. Passion and dedication are her most notable traits as she trains her clients while often working out right next to them. Her desire to see her clients succeed also includes nutritional guidance. She has been known to go on Whole Foods shopping jaunts with her clients so that they are in a position to achieve their goals. "It is no use walking anywhere to preach unless our walking is our preaching."
Julissa Gonzalez is Pearl's no-nonsense taskmaster. She will utilize her extensive knowledge of Kinesis in training you, but she will pull out many methods from her ample "bag of tricks". A former marathon runner, Julissa will not display her abundant sweetness until AFTER the workout. She is also available for nutritional consultation, as she herself eats impeccably well. The great football coach Vince Lombardi said, "A dictionary is the only place that success comes before work."