Emerald Skirvin

Emerald Skirvin is a personal trainer and water aerobics instructor at Lakota Family YMCA since September 2019, leading both shallow and deep water classes and serving as a backup for additional sessions. Previously, Emerald worked as a wellness coach at East Butler County YMCA, training members in equipment safety and hygiene while promoting holistic health. Additional experience includes co-leading the Fun2bfit program for over-weight children, providing therapeutic support to special needs children, and facilitating mental health therapy for individuals dealing with various issues, including eating disorders and addiction. Emerald holds a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts in Religion/Religious Studies from Berea College.