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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
Director of Operations
Shandy Longcore
Director of Operations
Education
B.A. Communication, Aquinas College
Started with Company
February 1, 2005
Responsibilities
- Manage MVP Athletic Club, Rockford 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 Members 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
Deb Van Rooyen
Member Services Manager
Kelly Hogan-Gallagher
Sales Manager
Kristie Hollingsworth
Regional Human Resources Manager
Kyle Ranson
Regional Property Manager
Ryan Iott
NASM-CPT, PES
Fitness Manager
Ryan Iott
NASM-CPT, PES
Fitness Manager
Education
- B.S. in Movement Science with emphasis in Fitness/Wellness, Grand Valley State University
Certifications
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
- Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Parisi Performance Coach
- American Heart Association: CPR/AED, Red Cross: First Aid
Experience
- Personal Training 2 years
- Volunteer strength training (football)
- Volunteer youth coaching 2 years
Interests / Specialties
- Golf, Basketball, Football
- Motocross Racing
- Body Composition/Weight Loss
- Sport Performance
- Posture Restoration
Team Leaders
Jason Chen
USPTA
Tennis Team Leader
Jason Chen
USPTA
Tennis Team Leader
Education/Certification
Michigan State University ‘02
Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology
Cognate in Business Administration
Specialization in Health Promotion
USPTA Certified Professional
Experience
Michigan State University Men’s Tennis Team ’98 - ‘01
Former Head Tennis Pro at Court One Athletic Clubs in Okemos, MI
Has been teaching tennis since the age of 14
Interests
Enjoys spending time with his wife and two dogs
Also enjoys playing golf and all things MSU
Jason Downing
NSCA-CSCS, NASM-PES, CPT
Sports Performance Team Leader
Jason Downing
NSCA-CSCS, NASM-PES, CPT
Sports Performance Team Leader
Education
- B.S. in Movement Science with emphasis in Fitness/Wellness, Grand Valley State University
Certifications
- National Strength and Conditioning Association- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- National Academy of Sports Medicine- Performance Enhancement Specialist
- National Academy of Sports Medicine – Certified Personal Trainer
- American Heart Association: CPR/AED/First Aid
Experience
- Head Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coach- Arizona Diamondbacks (2007-2009)
- Envoy Strength and Conditioning Coach- Major League Baseball (2009)
- Personal Trainer-MVP Sports Clubs (2007-2008)
Interests / Specialties
- Sports Performance/Injury Prevention
- Posture Restoration/Corrective Exercise
- Low Back Pain/Functional Core Training
- Post Rehab Exercise
Julie Johnson
Kid's Stuff Team Leader
Laura Climie-Fenech
Aquatics Team Leader
Tara Shuple
Group Exercise Team Leader
MVP Sports Clubs is THE source for health, fitness, sports and recreation. MVP Sports Clubs offers total wellness through six member-based athletic club facilities + three sports facilities to provide the ultimate in active fun. MVP sets the standard with world class facilities for weight training, cardio, group fitness, spinning, swimming, basketball, tennis, and other sports. Get Fit. Have Fun!
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