Gwendolyn Dannenbaum has extensive work experience in the fitness industry. Gwendolyn began their career as a Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer at Life Time Fitness in 2007. In 2012, they joined Easton Training Center as the Director of Fitness Programming, where they served until 2018. Currently, they hold the role of Director of Education & Training at KickHouse since May 2020. In this position, they are responsible for the development and execution of the company's fitness programming strategy, as well as the training and education of instructors. Gwendolyn also plays a key role in creating an exceptional member experience and continuously improving program quality.
Gwendolyn Dannenbaum's education history began in 1996 when they enrolled at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Gwendolyn completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Criminal Justice in 2001. In 2001-2002, they attended the University of Colorado Denver, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned. Additionally, they obtained a Yoga Instructor Certification - Level I from Yoga Alliance in December 2019, a Nutrition Certification from Precision Nutrition in October 2014, and a Certified CrossFit Trainer (CCFT) from CrossFit, LLC in July 2014. Gwendolyn also holds a TRX Suspension Training Certification from TRX Training obtained in April 2012. In April 2006, they obtained a Boot Camp instructor certification from NESTA - National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association, Inc. Furthermore, they have an Indoor Group Cycling Certificate from Schwinn Fitness earned in April 1999. Gwendolyn also obtained a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer (CPFT-NESTA) certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) in April 2010 and a Group Fitness Instructor (GEI) certification from the American Council on Exercise (ACE Fitness) in April 2004.
May, 2020 - present