The Fair Lawn Parisi team has spent many years devoted to pursuing excellence in their field and have attained a certain level of expertise. Through this extensive training, certification and dedication, our team has attained mastery in their fields and now enjoy sharing their skill and passing it on to our members.

The Parisi standard is that all of our Personal Trainers achieve certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), one of the most extensive certifications in the field. Once our Personal Trainers join the team, they undergo Parisi's Personal Training instruction with our Quality Control supervisors. Be assured, you are in the most capable hands when training with a Parisi Personal Trainer!

Our Group Fitness instructors also hold nationally recognized certifications, including AAFA. Our Group Power and Group Groove instructors are all certified through BTS, a more extensive certification for instructing those specific classes.

Our Member Service Team is dedicated to providing our members with the most excellent service, and deliver that service with a smile. The are experts in creating the perfect protein shake to compliment your workout needs.

Laurie Plaza – Membership Consultant
Laurie joined the Parisi team in 2003. She began working at the Parisi Speed School while finishing up her degree in Exercise Physiology and interning in a Cardiac Rehabilitation program at Mountainside Hospital. She then realized her passion lies in Prevention not rehabilitation, so she decided to make Parisi’s her full time career. After learning every aspect of the Parisi Speed School, Laurie has integrated herself into the Health Club and is now one of the Membership Consultants in the Fair Lawn facility.

Ginger Gillard (NEW!)
Ginger's information will be posted shortly.

Mike Hill - Quality Control Trainer
Mike's passion for fitness and education brought him to the Parisi team in 2001 as a personal trainer. Mike believes that you create your own path where there is none and success will find you. Today, Mike is our Quality Control Trainer for all the Parisi Fitness Centers, and leads the educational process for all new health club trainers. Mike feels that the only limits you have are the limits in your mind... Change your mind, change your life!

Training Credentials:
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
ACE Certified Personal Trainer

Anthony Eaton – Personal Training Manager
Anthony joined the Parisi team in 2005 and is currently the Personal Training Manager of the Fair Lawn Facility. He is a native of up state New York, but resides in Fair Lawn with his wife Louise. He is certified with the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a certified strength and conditioning specialist. His past experiences have been working in a physical therapy clinic and multiple personal training studios around New Jersey and New York. He has experience working with the Parisi Speed School philosophies and enjoys working with young athletes and Post rehab clients. Anthony is also a certified personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and has a BS in physical education with a concentration in exercise Physiology from William Paterson University.

Training Credentials:
BS Physical Education/Exercise Physiology
NASM CPT
NCSA – CSCS

Amanda Witt – Personal Trainer
Amanda joined the Parisi team in the Fall of 2005 and has experience in both the Health Club and Parisi Speed School. Amanda graduated with a B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Scranton in 2002. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). She has experience working with clients as young as 6 years old to adults enjoying their retirement and every stage in between.
Through the winter months Amanda also works on the weekends as a snowboard instructor at Hunter Mountain, NY and is certified instructor through the American Association of Snowboard instructors (ASSI). When not in the gym, Amanda enjoys indoor and outdoor rock climbing, cycling, surfing, hiking, camping or playing ultimate frisbee.

Training Credentials:
B.S. - Exercise Science
NSCA - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
NASM - Certified Personal Trainer
AASI - Certified Snowboard Instructor

Cindy Horwath – PERSONAL TRAINER
Fitness is a passion for Cindy and she loves sharing her passion with each member who comes her way. On her way to losing a lot of weight is when she realized she loved fitness. After 18 1/2 years of working in the insurance industry she knew it was time for a change. Cindy has continued her education through NASM by studying the function of the shoulder and attending training seminars. Cindy would love to help you achieve your goals. Whether it be weight loss or overall health, Cindy can help you achieve your goals through functional training and creativity.

Training Credentials: NASM CPT
Weight Management Specialis

Cheryl Coutts – PERSONAL TRAINER
Cheryl joined the Parisi team in 2006. She always had a passion for fitness, and knew that she could turn this passion into a career. For Cheryl fitness is all about having fun, feeling good, and challenging yourself in new ways. She enjoys sharing her knowedge with her clients and impacting their lives positively during every session. Cheryl believes that the greatest thing about a person is not what they have already accomplished, but what they will accomplish. Cheryl resides in Kinnelon and enjoys spending time with her husband Chris, three active daughters Morgan, Taylor, Sydney and two cats, Knuckles and Hazel.

Training Credentials: NASM CPT

Mike Nuviola – Personal Trainer
Mike has been in the fitness industry for about 3 years as a trainer and joined the Parisi team in 2008. He is very passionate to help others gain their individual fitness goals and help them feel better about themselves. He is currently an undergraduate student at Seton Hall University studying Social and Behavioral Science, and intends on continuing his education at medical school to specialize in Physical Therapy. He enjoys traveling and hopes to travel to as many places as he possibly can. Down the road, Mike plans to own his own physical therapy practice and touch as many lives as possible.

Training Credentials:
NASM CPT

Brian Fischer - Personal Trainer
Brian joined the Parisi team in January of 2009. He completed his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Physical Education from Montclair State University and is currently studing to receive his certification from The National Academy of Sports Medicine. The National Academy of Sports Medicine Training Program has been evaluated comprehensively and meets the standards set by and for the profession, therefore assuring that their graduates have the appropriate knowledge and skill areas that will be incorporated and are essential for entering personal training profession. Brian enjoys working closely with clients to assess, evaluate, and design both physical and conditioning programs that will benefit their individual needs and goals. He was also on the Bergen Catholic Wrestling team and Rider University track team. I know the dedication, determination, and discipline it takes in order to succeed and meet your goals.

Katie Brady (NEW!)
Katie's information will be posted shortly.

Ellen Maio - Accounts Manager
Ellen was looking for a place to improve her health and fitness. She joined the Parisi Health Club as a member in April 2001. After 4 months, Ellen knew a career change was in order. She witnessed the high energy and listened to the rewarding experiences that occurred daily and had to become part of the team. Ellen began as a Member Service Representative and presently holds the position of Accounts Manager. Ellen feels most rewarded by knowing she is part of the process of changing a person’s life.