Meet Ben, a one-year member of Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center whose journey proves that fitness is so much more than just looking good – it’s about reclaiming your life! From Challenge to Champion:Ben’s fitness journey began with a simple moment of self-awareness at the pool. That motivation led him to drop 30 pounds and discover … Continued
Meet Dale – Proving That Age is Just a Number at 87!We’re thrilled to spotlight Dale Bell, an incredible 87-year-old member who shows us what determination and resilience look like! After a successful 30+ year career with the Mead Corporation, Dale moved from Georgia back to Ohio to be closer to family and has been … Continued
Meet Mary Hunsaker & Geralyn Perkins – two incredible women who prove that fitness is better together! Mary Hunsaker – Retired Elementary Teacher ~ 4 years of group fitness classes at KRC ~Mom of 2, grandmother of 5 amazing grandkids ~From never imagining she’d try bootcamp to absolutely LOVING it! ~“I have tons of personal … Continued
POWER COUPLE ALERT! Meet this month’s spotlight members, Sam Tokar and Jenn Meek, who prove that fitness is better when shared!Sam has called KFWC home for an impressive 13 years, with Jenn joining him on his fitness journey for the past 5. Together, they’ve become fixtures in our community, supporting each other through challenges and … Continued
This week’s aquatics spotlight shines on Tom McManus, a devoted member of our Kettering Recreation Complex community since 2010! After retiring from Civil Service with the Department of Defense in 2009, Tom moved from California to Kettering to be closer to family. He quickly made our aquatic center part of his regular routine, visiting three … Continued
NEW THIS YEAR! IMPORTANT ID POLICY UPDATE Visiting without an adult? Youth ages 12-15 must present one of these valid IDs: – Adventure Reef Water Park membership card – Kettering Youth ID (free at Recreation Complex main desk) – School ID with photo – Temporary Driver’s Permit Need a Youth ID? Visit the … Continued
Meet Jessica! Jessica Roller joined our Kettering Fitness team in September 2021, bringing her passion for fitness and dedication to helping others achieve their wellness goals. As one of our valued fitness instructors, Jessica creates energetic and effective workouts that keep our members coming back for more. Why Fitness? “Fitness has been such an important … Continued
Jim joined our fitness family over two years ago after retiring from military service, seeking a convenient place to maintain his active lifestyle. As a USAF attorney practicing criminal and information law, Jim understands the importance of balance in a demanding career.“Like many people, I’ve experienced issues with depression and anxiety,” Jim shares. “I’ve found … Continued
Meet Stacey Phillips, our spotlight member who has found strength, community, and wellness through Kettering Recreation Complex’s group exercise programs! Originally from Cleveland, Stacey moved to Kettering in 2024 and has been a dedicated participant in our drop-in exercise classes. While she first joined KRC back in 2004, attending classes on and off, she’s been … Continued
Karianne Combs has been enriching our fitness community for 1½ years, teaching both weekly drop-in exercise classes and registered programs. Her impressive credentials include ACE Certified Group Exercise Instructor, Keiser Certification-Indoor Cycling, and TRX Suspension Training. Find Karianne leading dynamic sessions across all three of our exercise studios with popular formats including Boot Camp, Flex … Continued
