DRC Certified Personal Trainers

CALI WRIGHT

Background: I have been an athlete all my life. I walked on to the rowing team at KState and earned a scholarship. I also danced while there and was an assistant strength and conditioning coach for the university. I left with my bachelors in kinesiology and my masters in exercise physiology. I went on to personal train before staying at home with my kids.

Philosophy: Moderation and lifestyle. Everything in moderation and a lifestyle that promotes health for the long term.

Experience/specialty: I have been a strength coach, personal trainer, and running coach. I have run all my life and have a thorough knowledge of proper technique and biomechanics applied across all activities.

Favorite exercise: Boxing. I love the full body workout it gives.

Hobbies: Baking/cooking, I own a bakery. I love all sorts of different exercise, facets of music/art. Reading.

Go to snack/protein: Cheese, tuna, dried fruit. Eggs are my favorite protein.

CINDY CHASE

Background: I started teaching fitness classes for Health Strategies in Wichita, traveling around to different companies and groups before coming to the DRC to lead a step aerobics class. This has been my “home” for over 20 years and I’ve added strength training, HIIT, Pilates, Spinning, Barre, Kickboxing, River Running, Nutrition and Personal Training to my resume.

Philosophy: To help, assist, and achieve the goals people have for their strength training and nutritional journeys.

Experience Specialties: Realizing my passion was a career in the fitness industry I trained, took classes, and researched to obtain certifications. I am NETA certified in Personal Training, Pilates, and Barre and completed a year-long study in nutrition based on courses from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. The expanding needs of clients and variety of classes taught over the years has led to specializing in strength training, endurance, flexibility and balance, and core stability. I strive to develop programs that fit into lifestyles for a lifetime.

Favorite Exercise: Anything with planks! Love them just as bodyweight exercises, but also adding some strength with dumbbells.

Hobbies: Singing, piano, shopping, interior design

Go-to Snack Protein: Lean ground beef. It's easy to make into lots of dishes!

CRAIG FAIRLEY

CRAIG IS NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW TRAINEES AT THIS TIME.

Background: I started my fitness journey back in high school with athletic goals in mind. I was a collegiate football athlete which inspired me to continue my fitness journey. After college I perused by career as a professional MMA fighter and became a fitness instructor and a personal trainer.

Philosophy: I want to train my clients, and provide enough information, so that they may not need me anymore.

Experience/Specialties: I started as personal & group training in 2017 at Laselva MMA & Fitness. I ended up leading the group training program after 1 year of working. While working at Laselva I also fought & competed in MMA & Jiu Jitsu. In July 2020 I transitioned to working for the DRC as a group and personal trainer.

Area of Expertise: Kickboxing / Boxing / Athletics

Favorite Exercise: I am a huge fan of all Lat exercises.

Hobbies: I am a "Superhero" on the side and entertain kids for Illustrious Heroes. I am also a Professional Wrestler. If you're thinking WWE type of wrestling, yes that's what I do.

Go-To Snack/Protein: Whey protein shake and watermelon

JOE BAUER

Background: I started weight training in high school specifically for football. After I stopped playing in college I shifted my focus to training for all around better quality of life and longevity so I can continue to do it until I die.

Philosophy: Creating a healthy lifestyle through fitness and nutrition. Be great 80% of the time and enjoy life with the other 20%.

Experience/Specialties: I started personal training with in 2016 and have been at the DRC since 2018.

Education/Certifications: All cert are through NASM

Certified Personal Training
Fitness Nutrition Specialization
Weight Loss Management Specialization
Performance Enhancement Specialization
Optavia Nutrition Coach

Favorite Exercise: Deadlifts

Hobbies: Weight lifting, I have 2 kids so not much time for anything else!

Go-To Snack/Protein: Old Trapper Hot & Spicy Beef Jerky

KIM TUHRO

Background: I have always loved fitness and played many sports growing up. Before coming to the DRC, I was a personal trainer at the Y. Building relationships, helping people, and exercise are all very important to me, and personal training is a wonderful combination of all of these. I am also a Wellness Instructor for the DRC, teaching a variety of classes including diabetes prevention, weight loss, and digestive health.

Philosophy: Make exercise and healthy lifestyle fun! Find exercises and healthy foods that you enjoy so that living healthfully is a delight, not a drudgery. I strive to tailor to all clients' unique needs and goals and support and encourage them every step of the way.

Experience/Specialties: Weight loss, diabetes prevention and management, express workouts and running

Education/Certifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Biology
Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Lifestyle Coach Certification from the CDC,

Favorite Exercise: Group exercise dance classes, dumbbell strength training, and walking outdoors (often pushing my kids in a stroller)

Hobbies: Playing with my kids, exercising, reading, writing, and singing

Go-To Snack/Protein: Plain Greek yogurt topped with pistachios/Salmon

KRISTA FLETCHER

KRISTA IS NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW TRAINEES AT THIS TIME.

Background: I started my fitness journey at age 16 with an emphasis on bodybuilding. I continued to lift weights and focus on nutrition as I continued my music performance education. For the past 30 years, I've focused on and off with strength training and nutrition.

Philosophy: I want to provide knowledge and experience on evidence-based training strategies to promote longevity, health, and strength.

Experience/Specialties: I have enjoyed working at the DRC as a fitness specialist and personal trainer since January of 2022. My prior experience in the personal training field has primarily focused on strength, bodybuilding, and lifestyle health. Nationally certified personal trainer with NSFC, National Strength and Fitness Council, since 2022. My strength in training has been learning the newest information on corrective movement, longevity of strength, and bodybuilding training. I really enjoy training functional movement throughout life. This is the best way to help people be strong every day.

Education/Certifications: BA Music Performance in Bassoon, Associate Business Administration in Marketing and Finance, NSFC Certified Personal Trainer

Favorite Exercise: I enjoy free weight training.

Hobbies: I play bassoon with various orchestras and ensembles in and around the area, I enjoy working on my bodybuilding, cooking, and baking healthy foods. Also, spending time with my cats and family and friends, and going to listen to various live music ensembles.

Go-To Snack/Protein: The classic vegetarian salad.

LOGAN AYESH

Background: I started working out at 19 and quickly found a deep passion for fitness and movement. What truly motivated me was seeing how many people struggle with injuries, mobility, or weight gain, and wanting to help them feel strong and confident in their bodies again. I am currently a student at Wichita State University studying to become a physical therapist, and personal training allows me to combine my love for exercise with my fascination for the physiology of the human body. I also work as a group fitness instructor at the Derby Recreation Center, where I teach teen weightlifting, early morning boot camps, and Muscle Manias for older adults.

Philosophy: I believe that fitness should be structured, effective, and fun. My training style focuses on functional movement and making basic, everyday motions the foundation of every workout program. Consistency is the key to long-term success—you don’t need extreme workouts or hours in the gym every day. Showing up 4–5 times a week and staying committed is what truly creates real change. I love tailoring programs to each client’s needs and goals.

Experience / Specialties: Weight loss, Strength training, Sports performance, Functional movement training, Youth, teen, and older adult training, Program design for multiple age groups

Education / Certifications: Student at Wichita State University (Physical Therapy track), ACE Certified Personal Trainer, AED & First Aid Certified

Favorite Exercise: Strength training with a functional, athletic focus

Hobbies: Playing pickleball, racquetball, and softball, fishing, and anything outdoors

Go-To Snack / Protein: Cottage cheese

Fun Fact: I’m a personal trainer… but I’m surprisingly bad at basketball.

Quote: “Some days motivation shows up. Other days you show up anyway—and that’s what really matters.”

MAX BURNS

Background: Growing up I always loved sports and eventually found the love for weightlifting. This led me to being the first male athlete to receive a scholarship for powerlifting at Derby High School. Seeing how weightlifting changed my life, it taught me that I could be the change someone needs in their life when it comes to health or fitness. I'm a Full-time student athlete at Friends University. I am currently studying Health and Physical Education as my major with a double minor in Exercise Science and Coaching! I attend the university on a powerlifting scholarship and also a part of Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) as an intern.

Philosophy: I became a personal trainer to help others take that first step known as the hardest step towards living a healthier lifestyle. Whether healthier means being more confident, more physically active, or having a stronger mindset.

Experience Specialties: ACE Personal Training Certified, Specialty in powerlifting and coaching