About Inspired Fitness Studio
ABOUT OUR STUDIO
Inspired Fitness Studio is home to a team of passionate coaches who strive to build a supportive environment for clients to break out of their comfort zones and reach new heights on their fitness journeys. We believe in hard yet fun classes that make you smile as much as they make you sweat. Our team teaches a variety of classes including LesMills, and we utilize our years of experience in the fitness industry to make each class the best experience possible.
4,000 sq ft Fitness Instruction Area
Meet Our Instructors
HEIDI LEMANSKY
Owner & Fitness Instructor
I love how a good workout makes me feel and I love sharing that with others. That passion led me to become a certified instructor. The energy, motivation, and support you find in group fitness classes is like nothing else. Over the years, group fitness has become a huge part of my life. At Inspired Fitness Studio, I hope to bring a space for people to come together, workout, release stress, get fit and have fun doing it. I only discovered Les Mills a few years ago but quickly fell in love with it and was hooked. Les Mills brings you the perfect combination of exercise and music that will get your energy through the roof and leave you craving more. I am currently certified in Les Mills BodyPump, BodyCombat and BodyAttack. I am also a certified TRX instructor and currently studying to become a NASM certified personal trainer. When I am not in the studio, I am a full-time mother and wife to my 3 amazing kids and husband. I am also a Registered Dental Hygienist and work part-time in a busy periodontal office. In my spare time, I enjoy boating, watersports, or just hanging out on the lake with my family making memories.
HEIDI LEMANSKY
Owner & Fitness Instructor
I love how a good workout makes me feel and I love sharing that with others. That passion led me to become a certified instructor. The energy, motivation, and support you find in group fitness classes is like nothing else. Over the years, group fitness has become a huge part of my life. At Inspired Fitness Studio, I hope to bring a space for people to come together, workout, release stress, get fit and have fun doing it. I only discovered Les Mills a few years ago but quickly fell in love with it and was hooked. Les Mills brings you the perfect combination of exercise and music that will get your energy through the roof and leave you craving more. I am currently certified in Les Mills BodyPump, BodyCombat and BodyAttack. I am also a certified TRX instructor and currently studying to become a NASM certified personal trainer. When I am not in the studio, I am a full-time mother and wife to my 3 amazing kids and husband. I am also a Registered Dental Hygienist and work part-time in a busy periodontal office. In my spare time, I enjoy boating, watersports, or just hanging out on the lake with my family making memories.
NIKKI MEAD
Fitness Instructor
Nikki Mead started dancing at one of the most structured and technique-based studios in the area, Kimberly’s School of Dance Education. She was exposed to competitions and conventions at an early age and was recognized by some of the greats in the dance industry as having exceptional technique and execution; She was selected to tour the country as a VIP to famous choreographers throughout various convention outlets. She attended Eastern Connecticut State University and doubled majored in Fine Arts-Dance and Business Administration. During that time she continued to competed regionally and nationally, traveling all over the United States, as part of the ECSU Dance Team. She later captained and coached the team and taught various classes at local colleges including ECSU as part of her internship. She owned and operated a dance studio, The Inspired Arts Company, for 15 years before refocusing her career to include fitness. She has taught Pilates, Barre, various other fitness formats and is also a certified Les Mills BODYSTEP instructor at Inspired Fitness Studio in Charlton, MA. She believes that no matter what level you are at, anyone can do anything, with enough determination! Bring on the fitness fun!
NIKKI MEAD
Fitness Instructor
Nikki Mead started dancing at one of the most structured and technique-based studios in the area, Kimberly’s School of Dance Education. She was exposed to competitions and conventions at an early age and was recognized by some of the greats in the dance industry as having exceptional technique and execution; She was selected to tour the country as a VIP to famous choreographers throughout various convention outlets. She attended Eastern Connecticut State University and doubled majored in Fine Arts-Dance and Business Administration. During that time she continued to competed regionally and nationally, traveling all over the United States, as part of the ECSU Dance Team. She later captained and coached the team and taught various classes at local colleges including ECSU as part of her internship. She owned and operated a dance studio, The Inspired Arts Company, for 15 years before refocusing her career to include fitness. She has taught Pilates, Barre, various other fitness formats and is also a certified Les Mills BODYSTEP instructor at Inspired Fitness Studio in Charlton, MA. She believes that no matter what level you are at, anyone can do anything, with enough determination! Bring on the fitness fun!
JILL HOBSON
Fitness Instructor
Jilanne Hobson is an Instructor at Inspired Fitness Studio. Physical Therapist Assistant at Harrington Hospital and Old Sturbridge Academy. Former Dance Instructor for over 25 years at Oklahoma City University, The Inspired Arts Dance Studio, and other local studios. Mother of two incredible young adults. Bachelor in Performing Arts and Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. Les Mills Certified in Body Combat, Body Flow and Sh’Bam since 2012. I have been a dancer my whole life, so that was my first love. When I first joined the fitness world, my passion for dance transitioned to focusing on health and wellness. Teaching Les Mills programs has brought both of my worlds together, promoting healthy lifestyles while being a part of a community that all have a common bond. Throughout this journey, fitness has been the outlet to balance home, work and family. Now that I am about to be an empty nester, I look forward to having Group Fitness in my life not only as an instructor but as a participant.
JILL HOBSON
Fitness Instructor
Jilanne Hobson is an Instructor at Inspired Fitness Studio. Physical Therapist Assistant at Harrington Hospital and Old Sturbridge Academy. Former Dance Instructor for over 25 years at Oklahoma City University, The Inspired Arts Dance Studio, and other local studios. Mother of two incredible young adults. Bachelor in Performing Arts and Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. Les Mills Certified in Body Combat, Body Flow and Sh’Bam since 2012. I have been a dancer my whole life, so that was my first love. When I first joined the fitness world, my passion for dance transitioned to focusing on health and wellness. Teaching Les Mills programs has brought both of my worlds together, promoting healthy lifestyles while being a part of a community that all have a common bond. Throughout this journey, fitness has been the outlet to balance home, work and family. Now that I am about to be an empty nester, I look forward to having Group Fitness in my life not only as an instructor but as a participant.
JULIE FRANCIS-ASHMEAD
Fitness Instructor
I am the sleep deprived, caffeine dependent mother of four daughters. I have a degree in nutrition and have been a Registered Dietitian since 2004, and transitioned into a fitness focus in 2014. I am currently certified in Les Mills group fitness for BodyPump, BodyFlow, BodyAttack, CX Worx, and BodyCombat. I am also certified in TRX and a NASM certified personal trainer. Once I found group fitness, I was hooked! Every workout is a mini party and I want to share that fun group experience with as many people as I can. We want to be pushing limits not because we are told to, but because we are driven to. And turn fitness from something we dread, to something we crave!
JULIE FRANCIS-ASHMEAD
Fitness Instructor
I am the sleep deprived, caffeine dependent mother of four daughters. I have a degree in nutrition and have been a Registered Dietitian since 2004, and transitioned into a fitness focus in 2014. I am currently certified in Les Mills group fitness for BodyPump, BodyFlow, BodyAttack, CX Worx, and BodyCombat. I am also certified in TRX and a NASM certified personal trainer. Once I found group fitness, I was hooked! Every workout is a mini party and I want to share that fun group experience with as many people as I can. We want to be pushing limits not because we are told to, but because we are driven to. And turn fitness from something we dread, to something we crave!
KYLE CAZEAULT
Fitness Instructor
I come from a fitness oriented family and have been in the business nearly my entire life. Growing up, my dad was an amateur body builder and my mom owned and operated Perfect Shape Gym in Webster Ma. I credit my parents for getting me into the lifestyle. My own health career started by working behind the front desk at my parents‘ gym when I was old enough. In 2005, I began teaching group exercise classes such as Kick Boxing, SilverSneakers and Group Power. In 2007, I worked as a Rehab. Aide at Uxbrldge Orthopedic and Sports Therapy and learned much about injuries and how to fix and prevent them. Currently, I am an ACE certified Personal Trainer and have been training since 2009. I have worked with all types of people, from first-timers to top athletes and competitors. I pride myself in my vast knowledge of training techniques and am an open book when it comes to the human body. My Philosophy: “How do you expect to move WITH weights, if you can’t move your body correctly WITHOUT them?”
KYLE CAZEAULT
Fitness Instructor
I come from a fitness oriented family and have been in the business nearly my entire life. Growing up, my dad was an amateur body builder and my mom owned and operated Perfect Shape Gym in Webster Ma. I credit my parents for getting me into the lifestyle. My own health career started by working behind the front desk at my parents‘ gym when I was old enough. In 2005, I began teaching group exercise classes such as Kick Boxing, SilverSneakers and Group Power. In 2007, I worked as a Rehab. Aide at Uxbrldge Orthopedic and Sports Therapy and learned much about injuries and how to fix and prevent them. Currently, I am an ACE certified Personal Trainer and have been training since 2009. I have worked with all types of people, from first-timers to top athletes and competitors. I pride myself in my vast knowledge of training techniques and am an open book when it comes to the human body. My Philosophy: “How do you expect to move WITH weights, if you can’t move your body correctly WITHOUT them?”
LISA MAJKA
Fitness Instructor
Being surrounded by all types of people, energies and other superb instructors is just a piece of group fitness for me. It’s become a way of life and it’s very therapeutic not only to teach, but to take classes as well. That’s how I fell in love with Les Mills. As a certified LM BodyPump and BodyStep instructor, my goal is to give others not only a sense of belonging, but to help improve self-esteem and become their best self through exercise. The friendships and bonds formed are life changing as well as what exercise can do for your mind, body and soul.
LISA MAJKA
Fitness Instructor
Being surrounded by all types of people, energies and other superb instructors is just a piece of group fitness for me. It’s become a way of life and it’s very therapeutic not only to teach, but to take classes as well. That’s how I fell in love with Les Mills. As a certified LM BodyPump and BodyStep instructor, my goal is to give others not only a sense of belonging, but to help improve self-esteem and become their best self through exercise. The friendships and bonds formed are life changing as well as what exercise can do for your mind, body and soul.
ROBIN HANLAN
Fitness Instructor
Having been an athlete in my early years, I have always been aspired to maintain a life filled with exercise and a complete healthy life style. Whether it was practicing and competing on the ice or running on the soccer field , exercise drives who I am. Over the last 20 years I have been taking body pump, combat, attack, grit, boot camp, and body step classes. Being a certified body step instructor, you will see my love of exercise is shown in my classes. It’s the perfect mix of music, choreography, hard work, and of course fun. We will push the limits together always looking to achieve your fitness goals. It’s my passion and I hope it becomes yours.
ROBIN HANLAN
Fitness Instructor
Having been an athlete in my early years, I have always been aspired to maintain a life filled with exercise and a complete healthy life style. Whether it was practicing and competing on the ice or running on the soccer field , exercise drives who I am. Over the last 20 years I have been taking body pump, combat, attack, grit, boot camp, and body step classes. Being a certified body step instructor, you will see my love of exercise is shown in my classes. It’s the perfect mix of music, choreography, hard work, and of course fun. We will push the limits together always looking to achieve your fitness goals. It’s my passion and I hope it becomes yours.
SARAH GADBOIS
Fitness Instructor
My name is Sarah Gadbois! I am a proud mother and wife and enjoy fulfilling my life purpose through my faith. I believe strongly in having a healthy mind, body and spirit and celebrating your body in every stage. I began my fitness journey in 2013, and became a certified Les Mills BodyPump instructor in 2015. I feel blessed to continue my fitness journey teaching at Inspired Fitness Studio.
“If you’re strong, you can help other people, and I believe that strengthens your faith because that’s
what I believe Christians are called to do.” -Nikki Espina
SARAH GADBOIS
Fitness Instructor
My name is Sarah Gadbois! I am a proud mother and wife and enjoy fulfilling my life purpose through my faith. I believe strongly in having a healthy mind, body and spirit and celebrating your body in every stage. I began my fitness journey in 2013, and became a certified Les Mills BodyPump instructor in 2015. I feel blessed to continue my fitness journey teaching at Inspired Fitness Studio.
“If you’re strong, you can help other people, and I believe that strengthens your faith because that’s
what I believe Christians are called to do.” -Nikki Espina
MELISSA
Fitness Instructor
My name is Melissa and for fun I’m a group fitness instructor and personal trainer. I began my fitness career 5 years ago because of my passion for LesMills BodyStep and love for the group/team aspect of group fitness. As a fitness instructor and trainer, I coach members on proper technique in executing movements, how to stay in the workout without running out of steam, motivate members to push themselves to the next level and encourage members to step out of their comfort zone and try different workouts. I’m certified in LesMills BodyStep, BodyCombat, BodyPump, BodyAttack and GRIT. I’m also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. I enjoy group fitness so much that for my own workouts you’ll find me in a class with our fellow members and instructors.
In addition to being a fitness fanatic, I’m an attorney at MAPFRE Insurance, and a Nichols College Alumna and Board of Advisor member.
MELISSA
Fitness Instructor
My name is Melissa and for fun I’m a group fitness instructor and personal trainer. I began my fitness career 5 years ago because of my passion for LesMills BodyStep and love for the group/team aspect of group fitness. As a fitness instructor and trainer, I coach members on proper technique in executing movements, how to stay in the workout without running out of steam, motivate members to push themselves to the next level and encourage members to step out of their comfort zone and try different workouts. I’m certified in LesMills BodyStep, BodyCombat, BodyPump, BodyAttack and GRIT. I’m also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. I enjoy group fitness so much that for my own workouts you’ll find me in a class with our fellow members and instructors.
In addition to being a fitness fanatic, I’m an attorney at MAPFRE Insurance, and a Nichols College Alumna and Board of Advisor member.
REBECCA LEHMAN
Fitness Instructor
My name is Rebecca. I am a wife to my husband John and mother to our 3 children. We have been married for 20 years now and have been through so much together. We recently moved to the East Coast from California to build on our property. I’ve been teaching Group Fitness for almost 4 years. I certified first with High Fitness, then added UpBeat Barre and Surge Strength to my tool belt. I love being a group fitness instructor. I believe in making workouts fun, and I strive to see smiling faces at every class I teach. I didn’t know I would eventually be teaching myself, but I went through my own transformation as a mother of 3. I had forgotten what it was like to take time for myself. I started taking group fitness classes & found my LOVE for them. I dropped 60lbs & what I gained was my mental/physical health back. So now I strive to make every person that joins my classes feel the same self confidence that was breathed into me at each class I attended. I want every person to feel their worth, and to have so much fun they can’t wait to come back for more. I am so lucky that I get to do this as a job everyday.
REBECCA LEHMAN
Fitness Instructor
My name is Rebecca. I am a wife to my husband John and mother to our 3 children. We have been married for 20 years now and have been through so much together. We recently moved to the East Coast from California to build on our property. I’ve been teaching Group Fitness for almost 4 years. I certified first with High Fitness, then added UpBeat Barre and Surge Strength to my tool belt. I love being a group fitness instructor. I believe in making workouts fun, and I strive to see smiling faces at every class I teach. I didn’t know I would eventually be teaching myself, but I went through my own transformation as a mother of 3. I had forgotten what it was like to take time for myself. I started taking group fitness classes & found my LOVE for them. I dropped 60lbs & what I gained was my mental/physical health back. So now I strive to make every person that joins my classes feel the same self confidence that was breathed into me at each class I attended. I want every person to feel their worth, and to have so much fun they can’t wait to come back for more. I am so lucky that I get to do this as a job everyday.