Doug Holt is the “Trainer of the Trainers” who focuses his time on developing cutting edge programs and techniques in the fitness industry. Doug’s vast experience, combined with a passion for helping people, has led him to work in just about every aspect of the fitness industry.

Doug Holt is the managing owner of the Conditioning Specialists, running the day to day business operations as well as providing fitness services to clientele. Doug is able to draw upon his experience as the former Assistant Director for the International Sports Sciences Association’s Education Department, Director of Information Services for the National Board of Fitness Examiners, and his years in the exercise equipment industry to give clients a well rounded offering of services. Doug Holt is also the publisher of SB Fitness Magazine in Santa Barbara.

Doug is currently working on developing certification courses for health and fitness professionals. He is a regular contributor to many publications and has been featured as an expert in the field of fitness.

Catherine Rhodes has a Master’s Degree in Human Performance and MBA course work in Business & Leadership. She comes from a plethora of management and operational experience along with amazing training and exceptional customer service history. She has worked with 5-Diamond resorts, exclusive spas, private country clubs, upscale salons, and personally owned wellness operations.

Catherine is knowledgeable and passionate about her fitness, as you will find with her 22 years of commitment to the industry. She is energetic, creative, sophisticated, articulate, and compassionate. Her attributes consist of, but not limited to, an effervescent personality, cutting edge creativity, a win/win solutions implementer, a successful program developer, self-motivated, caring, compassionate and a leader with integrity.

Catherine is dedicated to high expectations of myself, respect and expects that in others. She stays informed on the latest trends in the industry via continual research, periodicals, spa web seminars, newsletters, trade associations, and conventions. She is always more than happy to answer any questions or listen to comments and concerns.

Joe is a Certified Muscle Activation Techniques Specialist (MAT) and certified by American Council on Exercise (ACE) and Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) as a Fitness Trainer. He has two Pilates Certifications, one from Body Arts and Science (1999), and Long Beach Dance Conditioning (1998). He is also a certified Yoga Instructor from The Ashtanga Yoga Center (2001). Joe was an International Fitness Presenter from 1991-2004, providing Master Classes and Workshops in over 65 countries with residencies in Germany, Luxembourg, Spain, Mexico, and Bermuda.