USI Fitness & Sports Specialists

Brandon Ward

Brandon’s hometown is here in Miami and has graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology. His certifications include ACSM, NSCA, and CSCS. Brandon is also in the process of pursuing his Master’s in Exercise Physiology and Master’s in Injury/Sport Biomechanics.  He is the Director of the USI Post-Therapy program that works in conjunction with physical therapists to help patients progress beyond therapy to reach new levels of strength and/or athletic performance. He also works as a USI Fitness & Sports Performance Specialist helping clients of all ages reach their goals of improved health & fitness or sports performance.

Bari Clark

Bari graduated from Florida Atlantic University and holds a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion. She has trained numerous local sports teams, including Cooper City High School softball team, the Sagemont school girl’s basketball team, FAU women’s basketball team and the FAU football team. Bari also preformed rehabilitation and mobility for the Miami Dolphins and University of Miami football teams. Since 2003, Bari has been a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Evan Cooper

Evans hometown is right here in Weston. He is graduating from Florida Atlantic University with a Degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion and is currently the Director of Team Training for USI. He has trained many local college, high school, and club teams including BCC, Cypress Bay, the Sagemont school, American Heritage, and the Weston Fury Soccer Club. He has helped USI continue to develop the most cutting-edge training programs for clients of all ages that include specialized core training, functional movement based training for weight loss, and sports specific program design for athletes of all sports and abilities. Evan works as a Fitness & Sports Specialist with over 5 years of experience helping clients to reach their fitness or sports related goals.

Paula Goldstein

Paula graduated from Towson University with a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Psychology. She is an ACE certified trainer, group fitness certified with Yoga Alliance and Madd Dogg Spinning. She has combined her degree and knowledge in training to provide lifestyle and weight management consulting, as well as Behavior Modification strategies to families who struggle with weight issues. She has worked at the Sheinberg YMCA since it first opened and joined USI as a Fitness & Weight Loss Specialist where she continues to help clients reach their ultimate potential.

Johnathon Smith

Johnathon Smith was a standout athlete for Trinity High School (Camp Hill, PA) where he excelled in football, basketball, and track & field. He received a football scholarship to attend the University of Connecticut (2004-2007) and later transferred to University of Delaware with a football scholarship to complete his senior year.  He is a nationally certified sports specialist for the Ultimate Sports Institute and has coached top professional, college, and high school athletes on mental training, strength and conditioning, speed, quickness and agility training.

Gareth ross

Gareth ("Gary") is a former Sergeant in the United States Army Infantry and is a certified fitness professional with the American College of Sports Medicine. Gary is currently studying for his Bachelor's degree in Sports & Recreation Management. He has dedicated a majority of his life to fitness and testing the efficacy of his own personal workouts. He has competed in grappling tournaments and triathlons, all in an effort to refine his exercise philosophies and his ability to relate to a wide range of clients. He is a highly enthusiastic and attentive instructor that specializes in functional fitness, weight loss, nutrition counseling, youth development, and sport specific training. 

Chris Felici

Chris graduated from Old Dominion University with advanced degrees in Psychology, Education, and Public Administration. Her career as a Psychologist focused on the treatment of sexual abuse, sexual offending, and eating disorders. She is also a certified personal trainer with an undeniable passion for fitness. She brings to USI a wealth of experience working with training programs focused on power lifting, body building, and sports performance. She currently works with both adolescent athletes in the areas of speed, agility, strength, and power while also training adults in the areas of fitness training and healthy lifestyle management.

Denise Angelone

Denise is a local resident of Weston who holds a Bachelors of Science degree from Florida State University and is a NCSF certified trainer. Her experience with USI started as a client in 2009 where her tremendous work ethic got her back in shape after giving birth to her second child. Her passion for fitness inspired her to become a USI Instructor where she specializes in weight loss programs, nutrition counseling, high intensity interval training, and customized training programs. She continues to help clients of all ages understand the benefits of being fit, healthy, and athletic for long term success.

USI Pilates Specialists

Dawn Golburgh

Dawn graduated from Miami Dade Community College and went on to Florida International University to obtain her Paralegal Degree.  Dawn has always had a passion for exercise and after becoming a stay at home mom with two children, she decided to take her passion to a new level and became a certified fitness instructor through AFAA.  Dawn found her niche in Pilates and has become a certified pilates instructor through Power Pilates and AFAA.  She trains everyone from the young to young at heart, people with challenges or disabilities, professional athletes, dancers and gymnasts, as well as those looking to stay fit and healthy through pilates.

Stacy Hood

Stacy is a Certified Pilates instructor with 12 years of experience in both Classical and Contemporary Pilates. Stacy graduated from Polestar Pilates education in 2004 and has continued  her Pilates education from ,Stott Pilates, Basi Pilates and NASA Pilates certification.  Stacy specializes in specific areas of  Pilates training that include, Pilates for Golf, Pilates and horseback riding and Pilates for dance. Stacy's experience includes private Pilates training  with NFl football players, Rehab patients and professional golfers. Stacy is in the process of obtaining her  degree in Exercise Physiology and her Masters  in Physical Therapy. Stacy Has been a member of the Pilates Method Alliance since 2005 and is currently enrolled in Polestar Pilates Comprehensive- Rehabilitative Mentor program - PMA- National Certification.