Nicky Barnes
Nicky Barnes is a group fitness instructor certified by the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). She is also certified in Turbo Kickboxing® (TKB) and Hip Hop Hustle®. Her fitness tool box includes Power Pump, Interval Training, and Boot Camp.
Nicky has enjoyed fitness for more than 25 years. She is an advocate for clean eating, living a healthy lifestyle, and exercising regularly. Like many of us, Nicky also had struggles with her own weight. 10 years ago she completed the Body for Life® challenge and got in the best shape of her life! She has dedicated herself to inspiring others to create a fit and healthy lifestyle, and providing programs that are motivational, supportive, and most of all - FUN! Her motto is that fitness should not be a chore. No matter what the sport or activity is – get out and move, and have fun with it.
In 2004, Nicky took her first kickboxing classes and got hooked! In 2005, she became certified to teach TKB through Powder Blue Productions and is currently working on her Gold TKB certification. She brings lots of high energy and enthusiasm to her classes; you may even see her do a cartwheel during a workout!!
When Nicky is not teaching classes, she is a Contracts Manager for a local high technology electronics, avionics and communications contractor. In 2008, she earned her Master’s Degree in Business Administration. In her spare time Nicky enjoys motorcycle riding, hiking, mountain biking, decorating, and doing anything outdoors. Nicky and her husband Joe are originally from Anchorage, Alaska. They have one son and two grandchildren.