Tom and Marissa got married in 2018, and they are both originally from Youngstown. A few years ago they moved to Chagrin for work and to start the next chapter of their lives. Tom works in medical sales and Marissa an RN. They have three kids and one dog, so life is always busy, but in the best way.

Tom and Marissa wanted something fun to do together, so last year they both decided to pick up tennis. It’s become a hobby that they really enjoy! Marissa says that, “Wembley has been the perfect place to learn the sport.”

“One tradition I hope to pass on is our Sunday family dinners—a time to catch up no matter how busy the week gets. We’ve also built fun yearly traditions, like visiting Charleston, going on a ski trip, and taking the kids on the Polar Express train ride during Christmas.”

We joined Wembley because I wanted a place that felt welcoming and personal. I could tell the environment was friendly, supportive, and relaxed. The staff actually knows you, helps you with your goals, and makes you feel comfortable from day one.

I liked the idea of supporting a local business, and I love that it feels like a community, not just a workout space. The vibe is way more relaxed, which makes it easier to stick with it. Also super kid friendly! The daycare was such a bonus for us!

FUN FACT

I love to learn and try just about anything from playing a new instrument to overwintering flowers for my garden next spring. This year’s passions have been gardening, making homemade skin care products, sourdough bread making, and riding horses. I got Gucci this past fall to be able to ride with my daughter and her horse, Daisy….and hopefully some trail rides with Phil soon!

FAVORITE EXERCISE

I do not know that I could claim a single exercise as my favorite. I love variety, it keeps it fun and  helps prevent your body and mind from adapting to the same movement which helps keep a higher metabolism and build muscle strength.

I love Battle Ropes, the ab wheel, and cycling. Battle Rope exercises are high intensity and you can accomplish a lot in very little time. The ab wheel brings me back to my days of gymnastics and diving, there is no other core exercise that I feel more the next day than ab rollouts. Cycling is the best mind clearing workout for me, aside from running.  I love to plan the music and classes, and see all the energy in the room whether the class is small or packed.

You can find Colleen at Wembley teaching a variety of different classes.  Great music, strong minds and bodies, and lots of smiles!