MEET OUR FITNESS TEAM

Ellen ShannonEllen Shannon - Owner/Program Director/Head Coach

For many years as a manager and supervisor in the restaurant industry, Ellen was only involved in fitness on a personal level. She became an avid long distance runner and always enjoyed many outdoor activities such as water skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking and any other activity that could be done outside. 

In 2003 she decided to embark on a new career when she began attending USM in Portland to obtain a certificate in fitness instruction. Since then she hasn't looked back. In her work as a personal trainer, she enjoys focusing on each client to create and implement a program that is effective and realistic with each person's goals and abilities. 

Recognizing the lack of fitness instruction and a facility in the Ossipee NH region, she decided to pursue a certification with NESTA to be able to bring a women's only outdoor Adventure Boot Camp to the area. As an Adventure Boot Camp instructor, Ellen enjoys helping people of all ages and abilities achieve their fitness goals in a fun, friendly and supportive environment. With her success there, the next logical step was to open Ellen Shannon's Fitness Studio in Ossipee to serve as a base for the outdoor camp, private training and the TRX class.

Qualifications

  • BA SUNY Geneseo
  • Certificate in Fitness Instruction - USM Portland
  • Certified Personal Trainer - American Council on Exercise
  • Certified Adventure Boot Camp Instructor - NESTA
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist - NSCA
  • Mentorship with Mike Boyle, CSCS for Boston University Hockey Team
  • TRX Suspension Training Certification - Stoughton, Mass
  • Nutrition Manager - American Academy of Sports Dietitians and Nutritionists
  • Transitions Lifestyle Coach - Coaching low glycemic nutrition for life
  • Postural Alignment Specialist, Level 2 - Egoscue University, San Diego, California

JoannaJoanna Noyes - Assistant Boot Camp Coach

Joanna is a native New Hampshire resident that has spent her life marveling at the beauty that surrounds us on a daily basis. A lifelong outdoor enthusiast, she enjoys hiking, skiing, biking, swimming, snowshoeing or just long quiet walks in the woods.

When the opportunity arose to partake in an outdoor exercise Adventure Boot Camp Class, she was quick to join and has enjoyed every minute of it, building strength, confidence and an overwhelming feeling of wellness. Wanting to pass these positive attributes on to others, she became certified as a Group Fitness Instructor. 

She is looking forward to working with individuals and helping each and every one of them achieve whatever fitness goals they may have for themselves.

Qualifications

  • Group Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise
  • Assistant Boot Camp Instructor - NESTA

Dr. John Spencer Ellis - Support Staff

Dr. John Spencer EllisEach week, over one million people around the world enjoy a fitness program created by John Spencer Ellis. His fitness programs are implemented in the top resorts, spas and health clubs. John is the President of NESTA (National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association) and the Spencer Institute for Life Coaching. These two professional associations have 45,000 members in 30 countries. John is on the Advisory Boards of the National Health, Wellness and Prevention Congress, Exercise TV, Conference for Healthy Living, Irvine Valley College, Get America Fit Foundation, and is a Fellow of the National Board of Fitness Examiners. He is the author of "How Badly Do You Want It? - Your Ultimate Guide to Optimal Fitness," and a contributor to "Power of Champions." He created Ossipee Adventure Boot Camp, the largest fitness boot camp program in the world. His signature series of outdoor fitness equipment is used in communities worldwide. John has been featured or quoted in every major fitness publication, and held the post of Fitness Editor for OC Flair magazine. John has been featured on NBC, CBS, PBS, SPIKE, ESPN & Bravo. He serves as an on-air expert for Life & Leisure Television and Health Journal Television with General Norman Schwarzkopf. He is the producer and host of The OC Body on The Healthy Living Channel. John is a Nautilus sponsored athlete and stars in the workout DVDs Playground Boot Camp™ & Kung-Fu Fitness™. John created the fitness program used by the U.S. Secret Service and he consults the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championships).

John has been continuing his professional education since 1987, and holds bachelors degrees in business and health science, an MBA, and a doctorate in education. He is currently completing a second doctorate in naturopathy. He has fifteen certifications including massage therapy, plyometrics, self-defense, fitness kick boxing, fitness boxing, water fitness, exercise rehabilitation, golf conditioning, Pilates, personal training, clinical hypnotherapy, sports hypnosis, PACE circuit training and yoga. He holds a 2nd degree black belt in kung-fu, has completed the Ironman triathlon, and finished 5th at the U.S. National Biathlon Championships. His medical training includes a license in radiological technology, a medical assisting certification, and training in McKenzie rehabilitation. John was nominated for the California Community College Distinguished Alumni Award.


Kelli Calabrese - Support Staff

Kelli CalabreseKelli Calabrese, MS, CSCS is the International Master Trainer for Ossipee Adventure Boot Camp and does the Coach Training to prepare qualified candidates to become Ossipee Adventure Boot Camp Coaches. Calabrese has been a spokesperson, consultant, advisor or expert for clients such as The American Council on Exercise, NESTA (National Exercise & Sports Training Association), the National Board of Fitness Examiners, Athletic Baby, The Aerobic & Fitness Association of America, National Board of Fitness Examiners, Smuckers, Kellogg, Glaxo Smith Klein, The Watermelon Council and Quaker Oats. 

At the age of 22 Kelli had completed 3 Science degrees including an Associates in Biology, Bachelors with High Honors in Exercise Physiology and a Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation. Since 1986, Kelli has acquired 23 fitness, nutrition, weight management and lifestyle consulting certifications. For 14 years she co-owned and operated a chain of 4 fitness centers (Excellence in Exercise) and 4 corporate centers with clients such as Calvin Klein Cosmetics, Nabisco and Beneficial Insurance. In 1991 Calabrese opened Xercise Institute, the first school for preparing candidates for the American Council on Exercise's Personal Training exams. 

Kelli’s personal mission is to empower individuals with the tools to make health, fitness and wellness a permanent and enjoyable part of their lives. She does this through teaching and coaching both consumers and fitness professionals to be their personal best.

» 3-5% reduction in body fat
» 5-12 pounds of weight loss
» 1-3" decrease in the midsection
» 25% increase in strength
» 25% improvement in endurance
» Better relaxation
» Greatly improved posture
» 100% gain in self-confidence
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