Hi I’m Nicole! Being active has always been a huge part of my life. I grew up playing many sports, but my real passion has always been dance. I danced with various small companies through my teen years and 20s and then transitioning into teaching and choreographing. I quickly learned how much I love to work as a teacher and coach and that naturally progressed into my coaching journey here at PDXstrength. I’ve loved using my background of conditioning dancers to challenge our gym members in new ways that they maybe haven’t moved before.
A little more about me- I’ve currently retired my own dance shoes for Olympic weightlifting shoes. I have fallen in love with the sport over the years and thrive in a sport that is so technical. Outside of the gym you can find me playing indoor soccer, out and about with my two dogs, Bear and Rhonda, or baking up a storm in my kitchen.
PDXstrength quickly became my home when I first moved to Portland and years later, I love being part of the team that made me feel so welcome here. Maybe I’m bias, but I truly believe we have something incredibly special and unique at this gym. My specialty lies in mobility, core work, and low impact workouts that will still kick your butt. I currently teach Barbell Brigade, and the occasional mobility pop-up.