Team
Staff
Mary Lynne Bellotti
Executive Director
Experience
Began in 1997
Qualifications
I started my Y career in 1997; teaching gymnastics, lifeguarding and teaching water aerobics. Taking over the Directorship in 2000 was one of the best career changing decision that I have ever made. For over 100 years, the Y has stood for something more than just being a gym and a pool. In fact, we have been one of the most effective and enduring charitable organizations in Ridgway. I believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together. I am confident that the Ridgway YMCA will be able to provide our members and community with a positive YMCA experience and I look forward to making this possible every single day. I love being a part of the YMCA family and I am proud of the direction that our Y is going.
Gina Buhler
I graduated from Lock Haven University in 2012 with Bachelors of Science in Education. I have been working in a Y since 2012 as a swim instructor and lifeguard. With time and experience, I was moved to an Assistant Aquatics director. I moved to Ridgway and started as a lifeguard and eventually took part in our summer camp program and after-school program in 2015. In August 2017, I took the role of Aquatic & Youth Program Director full time. I am American Red Cross Instructor & Lifeguard. I absolutely love being apart of the Ridgway YMCA. I love seeing our little ones apart of the Y and growing in different ways.
Classes Taught
Swim Instructor Life Guard Aquatic & Youth Program Director
Experience
8+ Years with the Y
Qualifications
Bachelors of Science in Education American Red Cross Instructor & Lifeguard
Alana Martin
Classes Taught
SilverSneakers™ Classic
Experience
Began in 2005
Qualifications
Certified SilverSneakers Instructor and YMCA Group Exercise Instructor
Classes Taught
Gail Pontious
Classes Taught
Experience
Qualifications
Judi Freedman
Dedicated to her Y students, Judi teaches at the Y exclusively to provide the ultimate class experience
Classes Taught
Silver Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Pilates
Experience
2003
Qualifications
Certified instructor since 2006 through AAAI in Atlantic City
Chris Gilmore
I have been teaching at the YMCA since 2011 and loving every minute.
Classes Taught
PUMP and Combat
Experience
2011
Qualifications
teaching PUMP since 2001 and Combat since 2013
Carol Olson
Toning & Strengthening, SilverSneakers™, instructing since 2007
Classes Taught
SilverSneakers™, Toning & Strengthening
Experience
2007
Qualifications
Offering fitness courses using exercise equipment to utilize full body fitness for the past nine years
Shelly Williams
Instructing at the YMCA since 2012. SilverSneakers™ certified instructor.
Classes Taught
SilverSneakers™, Water Aerobics
Experience
2012
Qualifications
YMCA member for many years
John Challingsworth
AAAI Certified Group Fitness Instructor since 2003
Classes Taught
Boot Camp
Experience
2003
Qualifications
Associated with fitness since 1979
Jen Challingsworth
My drive is being an inspiration to others. I’ve always wanted someone to look at me and say, “Because of you, I didn’t give up!”
Classes Taught
Jen’s Step & Sculpt
Experience
1988
Qualifications
Step Aerobics & Kickboxing certifications, licensed zumba instructor, certified personal trainer, CPR and first aid trainer
Lacy Nicklas
Certified by American Sports and Fitness Association
Classes Taught
Spin Class
Experience
2015
Qualifications
Lacy has been a part of our YMCA staff since 2015. Her fun upbeat personality is a great fit for this cardio work out. Lacy is looking forward to mixing up her spin routines . Lacy is certified by American Sports and Fitness Association
Sara Mercer
Certified by American Sports and Fitness Association
Classes Taught
Spin Class
Experience
3 years
Qualifications
Sara has been instructing early morning spin classes for over 3 years. She enjoys cycling and being able to help others get the most out of this fantastic cardio work out. She is certified by American Sports and Fitness Association.
Jordan Leithner
Certified ASFA-spin instructor
Classes Taught
Spin Class
Experience
5 years
Qualifications
Jordan has been teaching spin for 5 years and absolutely LOVES it! Having been a runner for years, she has found that spin is a great addition to any fitness routine. Great energy coupled with great music is bound to give every one an awesome work out. Jordan is a certified ASFA-spin instructor.
Nikki Galbo
Certified by American Sports and Fitness Association
Classes Taught
Spin Class
Experience
3 years
Qualifications
Nikki has been a part of the spin scene for over 3 years. She enjoys doing 45 minute classes jam packed with hills, sprints and lots of cardio. Nikki is certified by American Sports and Fitness Association.
Day Care
Shawna Steger
Shawna graduated from IUP in 2007 and has been the YMCA child care director since 2008.
Classes Taught
Child Care
Experience
2006
Qualifications
Degree in Early Childhood Development and Family Relations
Susan Delullo
Working with kids at this age is very rewarding because they are so willing to learn and eager to do new things.
Classes Taught
Child Care
Experience
2001
Qualifications
Has been with the YMCA since February, 2002, nearly 15 years with the Child Care center
