Meet the Team

MVP Athletic Club 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

Shandy Longcore

Shandy Longcore

Director of Operations

Shandy Longcore

Director of Operations

slongcore@mvpsportsclubs.com

Education                         

B.A. Communication, Aquinas College
 

Started with Company

February 1, 2005
 

Responsibilities       

  • Manage MVP Athletic Club, Holland and team to our full potential (both mission and margin).
  • Gain and retain members by getting them involved in our club. 
  • Connect w/ Members and Team member to have opportunities to make a difference in their lives.

Work History            

  •  Great Lakes Computer
  • CompHealth
  • Pre-Paid Legal

 Community/Global      

  • Enjoy volunteering at various organizations. Especially Children’s Ministry in Ecuador. I attend Calvary Church.

Personal

Currently resides in Belmont with husband, Bill.

 


Managers

Brad Koetsier

Brad Koetsier
NASM-CPT

Fitness Manager

Brad Koetsier
NASM-CPT

Fitness Manager

bkoetsier@mvpsportsclubs.com

Education

  • B.S. in Movement Science, Grand Valley State University
  • M.B.A. in Strategic Management, Davenport University

Experience & Certifications

  •    NASM Certified Personal Trainer
  •    Parisi Systems Performance Coach/Team Leader
  •   GVSU Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach- 2004-2006
  •    AAU- Western Lakers Basketball Coach- 2004-2009

Interests

  •  Motivating Others to Help Them Reach Their Goals
  •  Extreme Sports- Snowboarding/Wakeboarding
  •  Wight Lifting/Sport Conditioning
  •  Tigers/Pistons/Red Wings/Lions/Wolverines

 

Jim Coe

Jim Coe

Sales Manager

Jim Coe

Sales Manager


Team Leaders

Jacob Thomas

Jacob Thomas
NASM-CPT

Sports Performance Team Leader

Jacob Thomas
NASM-CPT

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

  • Athletic Performance Enhancement
  • Overall Fitness and Wellness
  • Rehabilitation and Post-Injuries
  • All Sports
Juanita Castorena

Juanita Castorena
NASM CPT, ACE

Group Exercise Team Leader

Juanita Castorena
NASM CPT, ACE

Group Exercise Team Leader

jcastorena@mvpsportsclubs.com

Education

  • B.S. in Business Administration, Grand Rapids Community College

Experience & Certifications

  • American Council on Exercise - Group Fitness Instructor
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine – Personal Training
  • Parisi Speed School Sports Performance Coach
  • Body Training Systems Group Centergy Certified
  • Body Training Systems Group Power Certified
  • Body Training Systems Group Ride Certified        
  • Body Training Systems Group Active Certified
  • Body Training Systems Group Kick Certified
  • Group Step Specialty Certified

Interests

  • Group Exercise
  • Weight Loss
  • Endurance Running/Cycling for the beginner
  • Mind Body training
  • Motivation
Kate Landheer

Kate Landheer

Kid's Stuff Team Leader

Kate Landheer

Kid's Stuff Team Leader

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

Matt Gahan

Matt Gahan

Tennis Team Leader

Matt Gahan

Tennis Team Leader

Pamela Volkers

Pamela Volkers

Aquatics Team Leader

Pamela Volkers

Aquatics Team Leader