Instructors

April, along with her husband David Carpenter, opened Faith Inspired Training in June of 2020. April has been teaching group fitness since 1997. She is certified as a group fitness instructor through the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), Personal Trainer and Pilates through FiTour, Boot Camp trainer through Boot Camp Challenge and Rock Steady Boxing head coach through Rock Steady Boxing. April also holds her CPR certified, Silver Sneakers certified, and Silver & Fit. April stays busy running her studio but also teaches both in-person classes and virtual. Her classes include FIT cardio, Pilates on the ball, strength & balance, chair aerobics, circuit, boxing circuit, boot camp, Rock Steady Boxing and line dancing. When April is not busy at the studio, she spends time with David and their two adult children, Nelson and Sophia.

I love April and the other instructors. They always are happy to see you, workouts are great and the facility is clean! —Christine P.

“You don’t know what you are missing! The 2 pm Meditation class is what you need. It’s the quiet stillness that we need to take care of ourselves. I cried with joy and thanksgiving! Our instructor April and God will bless you!” —Cathy Ching 

Laura has been teaching group exercise classes for 15 years. She started because she liked to exercise and the opportunity came and she took it. Certified as a group fitness instructor through AFAA and Action. Kickboxing, Core & strength, Zumba, cycling, Pound, personal training, Group Power, and Boot Camp. 

Laura’s creativity has produced our Gospel Step & Sculpt class as well as our All About Abdominals. 

Currently studying nutrition through Sports Nutrition for Maximum Performance. 

Her favorite thing about teaching is seeing the excitement on someone’s face when they reach their goal or able to achieve that exercise when they thought they couldn’t. 



Laura has been married to BJ for 27 years and has 5 kids and one grandchild. 

Laura is personable, easy to connect with, caring, welcoming, honest, funny, and a great instructor who pushes you to do and be better. She gives great advice and guidance. Not to mention uplifting and fun! Laura is one of a kind. —Brandy G.

Sheila got certified with Silver Sneakers Yoga in 2018. She wanted to help her friends and family experience the benefits of yoga. After serving for two years as a volunteer yoga assistant at the Y, she moved to Faith Inspired Training and began her solo instructor career. Sheila loves that yoga offers versatility in the level of challenge for all types of people. Therefore, the overall workout of balance, strength, and mobility combined with mind and spirit makes yoga the whole package deal. 

Sheila runs the front desk on most days, serves as the chief plant caretaker and decorator of the studio. 

Shelia is a good instructor! She makes everyone feel welcome; her personality is great. Not only do we learn but also laugh, which makes us feel so good. Chair yoga is a great class to be in! —Ann L.

Robin has always had a passion for dancing and fitness. She was introduced to Zumba in 2015 and loved it so much that she wanted to share her enjoyment with others. Robin is certified to teach Zumba, Zumba Kids and Zumba Kids Jr. She has also been teaching elementary school for over 30 years and currently teaches kindergarten at Center Hill Elementary. Robin has been married for 37 years and has two adult children.

Robin’s classes exude energy and positivity in an easy-to-follow style. —Deb S.

Jessica was first introduced to exercise as a way to help her lose weight. She soon realized just how many benefits exercise has to offer.

She is happy to share her experiences and struggles to help others reach their active lifestyle goals. Through her experiences she has found a passion for mindful fitness, and tries to bring her passion, energy, and creativity to every class she leads.

She specializes in stability ball training, circuit workouts, and Vinyasa yoga; helping her students build strength, balance, and flexibility while having fun. Recently she completed Pilates Mat Training, which incorporates props to deepen workouts and enhance body awareness.

If you’re looking to challenge your core, flow through a rejuvenating yoga sequence, or push your limits in a dynamic circuit with modifications; Jessica is the instructor for you.

“Jessica is fantastic and well-organized. Her classes flow seamlessly, and she’s always prepared, knowledgeable, and full of energy. It’s clear that she loves teaching group fitness and sharing her journey with others.” —Scott S.

Tasha is a E-RYT 500. She is trained in Kundalini, Level 1 children’s yoga and certified in yoga therapy. Most of her current classes at other facilities are in mental health and addiction. She also enjoys teaching a blend of various styles of yoga. Yoga gives her the space to explore creativity and freedom. It’s a way to decompress and strengthen at the same time. 

Tasha likes to blend various styles of yoga and other practices such as Pilates and qi gong to create a playful practice that helps revitalize the entire body. Tasha is the mother of five children aged 19 to 1.

Other Members of Our Team

Linda Willis

Business Specialist

Linda is a mother of four and proud Nana to seven grandchildren. After years in retail management, self‑employment, and time as a stay‑at‑home mom, she spent seventeen years as a librarian, serving her community with heart and curiosity. Now committed to staying strong and active, she’s embraced a new chapter through Faith Inspired Training and RSB, continuing her lifelong pattern of growth, resilience, and purpose.

Sophia Carpenter

Marketing Specialist/Spectacular Daughter

Sophia is a recent graduate of The University of Memphis who is excited to be working at Faith Inspired Training again! Sophia helped open FIT back in 2020, and has been known to pop in occasionally to cover the front desk for her momma. After gaining some experience in social media and marketing through her BFA in Musical theatre, she is eager to put this newfound knowledge to use!