Sara-Mai Conway is the owner of Flywheel Fitness, and also teaches classes. A rower since the age of 12, Sara-Mai first competed on a national championship high school team, and continues to compete on a national level, having won four USRowing Masters National Championships (2011 (2), 2006 and 2003), three championship titles at the prestigious San Diego Crew Classic (2009, 2008, 2007), and three top-5 finishes at the Head of the Charles Regatta (2009, 2006, 2002). Ms. Conway has also had considerable success as a coach. Over an eight year career coaching Division I Women’s Rowing, Sara-Mai has led teams to several regional titles as well as a 2008 National Championship. Sara-Mai has a masters in Sport Management from the University of San Francisco and is a Level III USRowing certified coach. Sara-Mai also holds certifications in Spinning and Concept2 Indoor Rowing. Although she takes great pride in the accomplishments of her athletes who have followed their dreams to row for the US National Team, her greatest satisfaction is in the every day challenge of turning someone on to the sport of rowing and seeing the subtle (and not-so-subtle) changes that take place as people discover their inner athlete.
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Patrick Kelly has been coaching rowing for over 15 years at the Club, Masters, and Collegiate Division I levels. He has coached crews to championship titles at several top events, including the San Diego Crew Classic, the Western Intercollegiate Rowing Association Championships, and the West Coast Conference Championships. Patrick began his rowing career in college and continues to row. Patrick holds three Masters National Championship titles (2006 (2), 2003). He was a member of the US Surfboat Rowing team, competing in numerous World Surfboat Rowing Championships, winning in 2004. Patrick holds a USRowing Level III Coaching Certification, CrossFit Level I and CrossFit Rowing Foundations Certifications, the Concept2 Indoor Rowing Certification and a Spinning Certification from Madd Dog Athletics. Follow Coach Patrick on Twitter.
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Nancy Boeckman clicked with Spinning instantly, having loved road cycling all her life. She achieved her Spin instructor’s certification from Madd Dog Athletics in April of 2011. Nancy is dedicated to encouraging others to reach their personal fitness & health goals saying “I believe in introducing innovative workouts and frequently switching them up to keep you motivated. I want to push you past what your mind believes is possible.” When you take one of her high-energy classes you’ll build strength and endurance to some of the best music mix-ups found in Austin. Nancy’s other interests include golf, yoga, Pilates, Nordic skiing, learning to play the bass guitar and enjoying a glass of fine wine with her husband Jim, who can often be found taking her class. John Steinbeck said “It is the nature of man to rise to greatness if greatness is expected of him.” Come to Nancy’s class at noon every Friday and find your greatness. Follow Coach Nancy on Twitter.
Julie Bullerman is a cycling instructor who loves to share the benefits of fitness with those willing to make the commitment. She demonstrated her dedication to the health and wellbeing of others at an early age, earning her lifeguard certification at 16 and teaching group and private swimming lessons over two years. She later earned Indoor Cycle and Personal Trainer Certifications from Interactive Fitness Trainers of America (IFTA) and the Spinning Program. She enthusiastically pursues a wide range of physical activities, having ridden in MS 150s since 2002 and serving as a team captain in six of them. She has competed in triathlons (including the Ironstar Half Ironman), as well as multiple cycling and running events. She also serves as a training ride captain for the Mamma Jamma Ride Against Breast Cancer. An eight-year veteran of the Air Force, Julie has a finance degree from Eastern Washington University and an MBA from Winston-Salem State University. Julie also enjoys swimming, hiking, camping and kayaking.
Alden Hall moved to Austin from Baltimore, Maryland in the fall of 2011 looking for a cool, laid back town with great weather and interesting people. So far, great success! Alden began her rowing career during her freshman year at Ithaca College where she studied art and architectural history. She was voted co-captain of the varsity women’s crew team during her senior year and competed in the NCAA Division III Rowing Championship in 2008 and 2009. In the fall of 2009, Alden moved to Baltimore where she worked in marketing and businesses development at a local architecture firm. She was involved in the Baltimore Rowing Club both as a competitive team member and as a master’s rowing coach. She also acted as assistant coach for Loyola University’s novice and varsity crews during the 2010 – 2011 collegiate rowing season. Since moving to Austin, Alden has been coaching a masters crew at the Austin Rowing Club and is excited to join the Flywheel Fitness team! In her spare time you can find her out for a run on the Town Lake Trail or sampling new brews at one of Austin’s many local breweries.
Michael McCarty is a certified Spin instructor, an avid cyclist and triathlete. His cycling experience began at an early age on Christmas day with a Schwinn Stingray. This lead to BMX and eventually road racing. Michael began mountain biking while attending the University of Colorado. When he returned to Texas he competed in the DORBA series, achieving a few top 10 finishes. In 2002 he did his first triathlon with his younger brother and father and he was hooked. Michael placed first in his age group in the 2009 Dilloman Triathlon. He is an avid outdoorsman and swimmer and currently coaches endurance cyclists and triathletes.When Michael is not coaching Spin classes you will likely find him cycling around Austin, swimming in Barton Springs, camping at Paleface, or running his beloved Redbone Coonhound, Allez, around Lady Bird Lake. Follow Coach Michael on Twitter.
Tammy Metzger is a multisport coach and owner of Tempo Multisport, LLC. She has completed multiple half and full Ironman races, and holds a Master’s of Education in Sport & Exercise Psychology, with an additional concentration in Sport Science & Nutrition, from the University of Texas at Austin. Her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science & Wellness was obtained from Bastyr University in Seattle, WA. Tammy became a certified USA Cycling coach in 2005, and has since been coaching everyone from beginner cyclists to competitive Ironman triathletes, but especially enjoys working with those new to cycling. “Adopting an active lifestyle as an adult can be a physically & emotionally-challenging experience, but the rewards are without limit. Having come from a sedentary background myself, I understand that evolution, and love to support others working on embracing a new athletic identity.”
Tammy believes that a well-designed indoor cycling program can provide a huge boost to every cyclist’s fitness level. In fact, 80% of her bike training for the 2008 Ironman South Africa was completed on an indoor trainer when she was leading sessions for Cycle University in her former home of Seattle, Washington. Occasional outdoor rides, when the Seattle winter allowed, were all that she needed to top off her cycling fitness for a stellar bike at Ironman. “My focus is always on cycling-specific form and fitness”, says Tammy. “I don’t do anything on the spin bike that I wouldn’t do on a real bike, and that’s why my indoor training transfers over to outdoor riding fitness.”
When not coaching cyclists at Flywheel Fitness, you’ll find Tammy coaching her Tempo Multisport clients, leading group rides out of Jack & Adam’s Bicycles, or out training for her next triathlon. When not being an athlete, she enjoys taking in the latest flick at Alamo Drafthouse, sipping an IPA with good friends at a local Austin pub, or… let’s face it, eating and sleeping (not at the same time). Follow Coach Tammy on Twitter.
Chelsea Moore first started rowing at the University of Oklahoma where she was instrumental in the success of the new Division I Women’s Rowing program. In 2010, she won accolades as a member of the Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association All-South Region Team, All Academic Team, and All-Conference USA Team. After a stellar undergraduate career, she began coaching at her alma mater as the graduate assistant while earning her degree in Intercollegiate Athletics Administration. Since moving to Austin in 2011, Chelsea has been coaching at Austin Rowing Club with both the junior and masters programs, and leads Indoor Rowing classes at Flywheel Fitness.
Katie Patton recently moved to Austin from St. Louis, Missouri and loves the energy in the ATX. Of course, she brought with her plenty of her own. Katie leads Spin classes at Flywheel and is also at the helm of Flywheel CORE, a dynamic, 30 minute class which uses body-weight exercises to strengthen the core. She has been teaching Spin since her college days, and loves sharing her passion for fitness with others and helping them meet their goals. Outside of Flywheel, Katie is an avid cyclist and enjoys exploring her new surroundings out on the road, looking for hills to climb. Katie’s other hobbies include rock climbing, yoga and Pilates, as well as painting. When not running around being active, she puts her marketing degree to use as a Paid Search Marketing Specialist. Follow Coach Katie on Twitter.
Ana Yglesias is a certified Spinning instructor through Mad Dogg Athletics. She began enjoying Spinning classes regularly at age 13, and now adores sharing her love for fitness through teaching. Ana is a native Californian, recently transported to Austin for graduate school. She is working on a Masters in Global Policy Studies at the LBJ School at UT. Ana loves all forms of group exercise, and hopes to also gain a yoga instructor certification, her other favorite way to stay mentally and physically in-shape. Exercise is an integral part of her life, and she loves being able to share her practice with others.
Sport’s primary athletic achievements are in running, swimming and squirrel chasing, yet he has been a valuable asset to the staff at Flywheel Fitness, especially with the boot-camps classes. An expert box-jumper since the young age of 6 months old, Sport will gladly take on your box-jumps for you, or cheer you on as you are rowing. Sport is currently working on improving his burpees and cutting down on his 200 meter sprint time. Although he is often caught sleeping on the job, Sport is indeed thankful to be a member of the Flywheel staff.
