• MVP Sportsplex

Meet the Team

MVP Sportsplex leadership team is dedicated to meeting the needs of its members and guests by providing world-class service that is second to none. If you have a question or need assistance, please contact the appropriate manager or team leader below.  

Click on any of the team members below to find contact information.


Directors

Gerrik Schepel

Gerrik Schepel

Director of Operations

Gerrik Schepel

Director of Operations

gschepel@mvpsportsclubs.com

Education     

B.S. in Exercise Science, Calvin College  
M.A. in Exercise Science, Western Michigan University
MBA in Management, Western Michigan University
 

Started with Company      

January 1, 2005
 

Responsibilities    

  • Oversees the efforts of the MVP Sportsplex Management Team within the guidelines of the MVP Sports Clubs philosophy.
  • Responsible for achieving club objectives by creating and maintaining a quality environment; meeting or exceeding financial projections and achieving new membership and retention goals.

Work History

  • MVP Athletic Club, Rockford – Director of Operations
  • MVP Sportsplex – Fitness Manager
  • Borgess Health and Fitness Center – Fitness Manager
  • Western Michigan University – Assistant Basketball Coach
  • Western Michigan University – Associate Professor

Community  

  • Big Brother Program
  • Cascade Fellowship Christian Reformed Church – Member
  • Calvin College exercise science mentor

Personal

Currently resides in Grand Rapids, Michigan with wife, Jayne and three sons Brandon, Andrew, and Will

 


Managers

David DeWildt

David DeWildt

Sales Manager

David DeWildt

Sales Manager

Josh Lemmer

Josh Lemmer
NSCA-CSCS, NSCA-CPT, NASM-PES

Fitness Manager

Josh Lemmer
NSCA-CSCS, NSCA-CPT, NASM-PES

Fitness Manager

jlemmer@mvpsportsclubs.com

EDUCATION

  • B.S. in Exercise Science, Western Michigan University Masters of Management, Aquinas College 

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

  • NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
  • NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  • Strength and Conditioning at Borgess Health and Fitness Center and at University of Notre Dame
  • Phase III Physical Therapy
  • Strength and Conditioning Specialist- NHL, NFL, MLB, Collegiate, High School and Young Athletes

INTERESTS & SPECIALTIES

  • Weight Training
  • Sports Performance Training
  • Fly Fishing and Kayaking
Kristie Hollingsworth

Kristie Hollingsworth

Regional Human Resources Manager

Kristie Hollingsworth

Regional Human Resources Manager

Kyle Ranson

Kyle Ranson

Regional Property Manager

Kyle Ranson

Regional Property Manager

Linda Bsharah

Linda Bsharah

Member Services Manager

Linda Bsharah

Member Services Manager


Team Leaders

Allison Helmholdt

Allison Helmholdt

Kid's Stuff Team Leader

Allison Helmholdt

Kid's Stuff Team Leader

Andrea Scott

Andrea Scott
NASM-CPT, AFPA-CSNC

Training Services Team Leader

Andrea Scott
NASM-CPT, AFPA-CSNC

Training Services Team Leader

ascott@mvpsportsclubs.com

EDUCATION

  • B.S. in Finance and Business Management, Grand Valley State University Masters of Management, Aquinas College 

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer
  • American Fitness Professionals & Associates - Certified Sports Nutrition Consultationist
  • Body Training Systems - Group Active
  • Parisi Speed School Certified 
  • Nationally recognized Competitive Dancer
  • Over ten years Coaching/Teaching Experience
  • Reeds Lake Tri-Athlete

INTERESTS & SPECIALTIES

  • Strength Training
  • Swimming, Running, Dance
  • Weight Loss
  • Boxing
  • Creating a passion for exercise in a challenging but fun environment

 

Angela DeVito

Angela DeVito

Aquatics Team Leader

Angela DeVito

Aquatics Team Leader

Autumn Haan

Autumn Haan

Kid's Stuff Team Leader

Autumn Haan

Kid's Stuff Team Leader

Jacob Thomas

Jacob Thomas
NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS

Sports Performance Team Leader

Jacob Thomas
NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS

Sports Performance Team Leader

jthomas@mvpsportsclubs.com

EDUCATION

  • B.A. in Athletic Training, Concordia University of Wisconsin

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • Parisi Speed School Training System
  • Body Training System: Group Power
  • American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer in AED/CPR/First Aid
  • Training emphasis on Athletes, Youth Fitness & Adult Fitness
  • Div. III All-Region Soccer Player 2003-2007 at Concordia Univ. Wisconsin
  • Rockford HS JV Boys Head Soccer Coach 2008 and Varsity Assistant 2009
  • Parisi Speed School Coach since 2007 training athletes and teams ranging from 5 years old thru professionals

INTERESTS & SPECIALTIES

  • Athletic Performance Enhancement
  • Overall Fitness and Wellness
  • Rehabilitation and Post-Injuries
  • All Sports
Rob Daniels

Rob Daniels
NASM-CPT, PES

Group Exercise Team Leader

Rob Daniels
NASM-CPT, PES

Group Exercise Team Leader

rdaniels@mvpsportsclubs.com

EDUCATION

  • B.A. in Commercial Photography, Kansas City Art Institute

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer
  • NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
  • Group Fitness Instructor
  • Johnson Controls Inc., Peoples Center- Spinning, Kickboxing, Millennium Muscle
  • TRX Certified

INTERESTS & SPECIALTIES

  • Cycling
  • Photography
  • Music
  • Hanging out at the Beach