“WOW – excellent variety of classes. And the quality of presenters — OVER THE TOP!”
- Altha C. (Prescott, AZ)
“Not only were the classes and the presenters awesome, but the organization and smoothness of this conference was like no other I have ever attended.”
- Maria G. (El Paso, TX)
“I really enjoyed the variety of workshops, and the presenters were engaging and provided unbelievably useful information.“
- Gina D. (San Diego, CA)
“I have been a fitness instructor for 10 years, but I learned more at this conference than anywhere else. The workshops added variety and fresh approaches to my current formats. I can’t wait to go back to work Monday!”
- Heather D. (Scottsdale, AZ)
“My first time here – tons of great information, variety and people. At an exceptional value too! Thank you!“
- Jane S. (Phoenix, AZ)
“Thanks for offering FitnessFest. I always tell colleagues about it whenever I can. Keep up the great work and thank you for the diverse topics and information offered every year.”
- Michelle Z. (Peoria, AZ)
“Janice Jaicks and her FitnessFest team provide value for me as a fitness professional without breaking the bank. If you have never attended, just try it once.“
- Linda S. (Sun City, AZ)

Brandon Wagner is a certified personal trainer through NASM and AFAA, as well as
Brett Klika is the Director of Athletics at Fitness Quest 10 and is an international speaker, educator, author, and motivator with 17 years experience in the realm of training and coaching. 
Carol Murphy, 2010 IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year, is the owner and education coordinator for FitLife, a fitness and wellness consulting company.
Cindy Kozacek is a master trainer, curriculum designer and senior fitness programs coordinator for the nationally-recognized SilverSneakers Group Exercise Program.
Connie Lagerhausen has been an aquatic fitness professional and swim instructor since 1978
Daniel Sawaya, BS, holds a degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Arizona.
Deborah Redder is the creator of the SilverSneakers® Group Exercise Program, a two-time recipient of ICAA’s Innovation Award for the SilverSneakers Fitness Program and 2008 winner of the Healthways ACE Award for Impact.
Donna Adler, BA, AEA, ATRIC, is the owner of Liquid Assets for Fitness.
Donna Horwitz, B.S., is the creator of Healthy Back Yoga and three YogaStretch training workshops for the SilverSneakers® Group Exercise Program.
Heidi Benson has been an American Council on Exercise (ACE) and Lifestyle Fitness Coach for over 20 years.
Jackie Camborde has been a fitness professional for over 15 years. She is the creator of MUEVE Fitness, a dance fitness instruction and instructor mentoring service. 
Dr. Jason Karp is the 2011 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year and holds a PhD in exercise physiology.
Jennifer Sage has been actively involved in the fitness industry for 25 years and has been a fitness presenter and coach of instructors for at least 13 of those 25.
Josh Stone is the Sports Medicine Program Manager for the National Academy of Sports Medicine. 
Kathleen Gould, RH, AHG,has studied, taught and lived herbalism for more than 25 years.
Kyria Sabin directs Fletcher Pilates® International and its affiliated professional Pilates teacher training program, The Ron Fletcher Program of Study®.
Leeann Carey is the creator and founder of the Leeann Carey Yoga School, and Yaapana Yoga, a Yoga Alliance registered school providing inspired continuing yoga education for teachers in studios, wellness, fitness and athletic facilities.
Lorey Pro, MS Kinesiology & Recreation, has over 20 years of experience in the fitness field.
MaryBeth Marotto is a global aquatic training specialist for the Aquatic Exercise Association. 
Stephanie Kreun received her Exercise Science Degree from Illinois State University.
Tricia Murphy Madden began teaching in 1991 and never looked back.
Gabrielle Loomis, named after the great archangel, is a Messenger for our modern day world.
Mary Bruce, is a senior student of Rod Stryker’s and a Level II Certified Teacher of Para Yoga, a 500 hr ERYT Yoga Alliance teacher and Anusara certified. 





