Colleen has been a member of the Kettering Recreation Complex for about 20 years now and thoroughly enjoys the variety of Drop-In Group Exercise Classes and also uses the swimming pool. She is a retired nurse and a small business owner of resale vintage and antique items. Colleen also loves to refinish furniture. Colleen’s fitness … Continued
At almost 60 years young, Donna Mac Knight is a shining example of dedication and enthusiasm at the Kettering Recreation Complex. Despite not being a Kettering resident, Donna has been a loyal member for over a decade, finding her fitness home in the group exercise classes. “I love taking the group exercise classes here at … Continued
Aaron, a Kettering native and mechanic, has been a member since 2010. After overcoming a patella fracture, he used our diverse equipment to regain lost muscle mass. Aaron values maintaining a healthy lifestyle and appreciates the variety of equipment available. Carla, a homeschooling mom of three, joined in 2012. Despite busy days, she prioritizes her … Continued
Meet Lauren Murray, our spotlight fitness patron of the week! Lauren joined the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center just over a year ago after moving to the area for her job as a clinical dietician. Since then, she’s become an integral part of our fitness community. What makes Kettering special for Lauren? It’s all about … Continued
This Mother’s Day, we celebrate the inspiring teamwork of Dawn Partin and her daughter, Ashli Brandabur! These incredible women have been part of the Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center family for five years, and their dedication to fitness is truly contagious.A year and a half ago, they decided to take their workouts to the next … Continued
Finding Fitness and Community at the Kettering Recreation Complex This week’s Kettering Fitness Spotlight shines on Stephanie Anderson, a member who has found not only physical well-being but also a strong sense of community at the Kettering Recreation Complex (KRC). Stephanie, a resident of Kettering since 2015, moved here from New Orleans, Louisiana. She has … Continued
This week, we shine the spotlight on Scott Goss, a dedicated patron of the Kettering Recreation Complex (KRC). Scott, originally from Toledo, spent eight years serving in the Army before relocating to Dayton from Charleston, SC, about a year ago. He joined the KRC in October and has been an active participant in our group … Continued
For Barb Phillips, fitness is more than just physical exercise – it’s a lifestyle that has evolved over the years. At 57 years old, the HR Director for Greene County Public Library and proud mother of two has been an active member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center (KFWC) for years, embracing the variety … Continued
At the City of Kettering’s PRCA department, we are incredibly fortunate to have a team of dedicated fitness professionals who pour their hearts into every class they lead. This month, we want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to two exceptional members of our Fitness Staff for their remarkable work anniversaries. First, let’s celebrate Kim Whitehead, who … Continued
For Karianne Dill, becoming a group exercise instructor at the Kettering Recreation Complex was a way to “pay it forward” after attending classes herself and seeing the supportive, encouraging environment the instructors created. Dill joined the city’s instructing team in September 2023. “Prior to becoming an instructor, I attended several group exercise classes. I had … Continued
