Meet The Rochester Team

Patricia DiGiorgio first began doing yoga 10 years ago as part of her marathon training. She remains a dedicated runner and bicyclist and uses yoga as a practical segue for stretching and flexibility. Patricia’s yoga journey has taught her to find a deeper sense of gratitude for every day and in every experience. She is a NAFC Group Fitness Instructor and is certified yoga teacher in the Hatha style and enjoys teaching to all levels, especially beginners of all ages. In her spare time, Patricia likes to spend time with her family and enjoying many outdoor activities.

Matt first started spinning in college – he loved the high energy workouts mixed with fun music. He earned his certification from Reebok University shortly thereafter. He’s been with World Gym Rochester since 2006. Matt has been teaching spin for more than a decade. He’s known for his mix of upbeat, dance music – and intense workouts. That said, beginners are always welcome! Matt will show you how to tailor his class to your abilities. He’s also a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer so when he’s not spinning you’ll find him one room over taking on the daily WODs (Workout of the Day).

I've been teaching Zumba and Zumba Gold for just over 2 years. I really enjoyed teaching classes and wanted to branch out and become a group exercise instructor. As of January 2016 I became an AFAA certified group exercise instructor. April 2016 I completed training for Silver Sneakers. I love sharing what I know about fitness and enjoy the social aspect of group classes. I currently teach Zumba, Zumba Gold, Guts & Glutes, HIIT Express, Silver Sneakers, Total Body Conditioning and Circuit Training. When I am not teaching I am spending time with my family, taking boxing classes at World Gym Greece, watching sports, reading or playing video games.

As a lifelong resident of Rochester, I have discovered the exceptional beauty our area has to offer along with our surrounding areas such as the Finger Lakes. My appreciation for health and fitness has helped guide me in a direction that has allowed me to share my knowledge and expertise with others in our community. I have been a fitness instructor in our area for the past 12 years. My specialties are yoga, cycling, and working with individuals on a personal level as well strength training. My exploration of movement began as a child through years of dance and has followed me through athletics and fitness in my adulthood. On another note, I am also an Associate Broker with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Prosperity. I have a BS in Earth Sciences with a major in Geology and a minor in Biology. I am an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys a broad range of activities from hiking with the dogs to biking, paddling to diving, and snowshoeing to snowboarding. I also have a tremendous love for traveling worldwide to explore and discover the diversity throughout the world.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 3 years Personal Trainer 10 years Aerobic Instructor: Zumba, Spin, Aquacise, Total Body, Sweat, Hip Hop, Stretch and Strength, Core, Butts and Guts, etc. Sweet Dancers Entertainment: 8 Music Videos, toured for 2 years performing all over US, back up dancer, choreographer and opened Major Concerts such as Diggy Simmons, Isley Brothers, Jadakiss, Scream Tour, Americas Best Dance Crews and OMG Girls. Lessons at Broadway Dance NYC 7 years Owner of Jolts Dance group Choreographer and Trainer of team, modern Jazz and studio hip hop, R&B, Pop, hip hop and Salsa. 2 years dance company Roc City Diamonds trained in Street Hip-Hop 3 years with Ground Control Crew Break Dancing and Hip-Hop (main choreographer) 3 years with Sweet Dancerz, all genres and forms of dance (Ballet, Jazz, Modern Jazz, Hip Hop, Break, Zumba…) Successfully completed beach body workouts: Insanity, Asylum and Hip hop abs. MY GOAL: TO MOTIVATE OTHERS TO HAVE FUN BEING HEALTHY AND FIT THROUGH EXERCISE!!!

I went to college for Physical Therapy Assistant. I graduated from Univercidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in 1998. I was a professional dancer (Flamenco, Argentinian Tango, Dances from Hawaii) and began teaching when I was 18 years old. I have a license to teach Zumba (B1, B2, Step, Gold, and Toning). I am currently working on my group fitness certification, and also have a certification for Cardio Kickboxing, Total Body and Aqua Aerobics, and CPR. On my days off I love to do outdoor sports like biking, pedal boarding, and hiking.

NFPT certified Personal Trainer for over 20 years. Enjoys helping clients achieve their goals, not only weight loss or lean weight gain, but helping them stay functional.

Danielle began taking spin class 10 years ago to help her with cross training on her off season playing with the Rochester Renegades Women’s Rugby Team. In addition to spin, Danielle enjoys taking a variety of group fitness classes. Danielle credits the instructors she had with her to lose over 80 pounds. Danielle got her certification in spin because she wants to help people reach their fitness goals. Teaching spin has also given Danielle the opportunity to combine her love for exercise with her love of music. Danielle has a wide variety of taste in music which is reflected in the playlists she creates for her classes. Danielle believes music helps motivate people and makes fitness fun. Certification/Education: Spinning (MADD dog Athletics), Hoopnotica Hoopdance 1, Hoopnotica Fit. Masters in Social Work with a concentration in interdisciplinary health. Danielle works full time as a county social worker with an older adult population.

Michelle became certified in Spinning to share her love of fitness with the World Gym community. Her classes incorporate fun and motivating music with challenging workouts that can be tailored to any level. Michelle has been a member of World Gym since 2012, but has been passionate about fitness her whole life! She enjoys in her free time adventuring outdoors, traveling, and working on her dance moves!

I have been part of the World Gym Family for over 17 years. I began as a spinning instructor. I have been AFFA certified for the past 13 years and currently teach a Gentle Yoga class.

I am an indoor cycling instructor here at World Gym. I have been cycling for over four years, and instructing for over two years. I am addicted to spinning, as I get so much energy from the class! Come on our journey!!!

I’ve been teaching group fitness for over 20 years and started out teaching step and hi/low impact aerobics. In the last 15 years I’ve enjoyed teaching more gentle classes such as pilates and yoga. My certifications include ACE, Afaa Mat Science, YogaFit I and YogaFit II.