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Andrea Gil has a lot of passion when it comes to her work, and there is nothing more important to her than helping people go through an experience that makes them happy, confident, and strong. She has been in the fitness industry for 30+ years. As a collegiate scholar athlete, and semi-professional soccer player, she has always been into fitness and training. Andrea graduated with a dual bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Education, and a master’s degree in Exceptional Student Education, with a background in Psychology. After 20 years in the Miami Dade County School System as an educator and head soccer coach, she decided to leave her career to manage fitness clubs, teach fitness classes, and personal train clients. Andreas many certifications through NASM include Pilates, Yoga, Spinning, Bootcamps, Personal training, strength training, as well as being CPR/AED certified. These certifications have led her to Shula’s Athletic Club where she is currently managing and teaching fitness classes. Andrea resides in Miami Lakes where she has lived for 25+ years raising her two sons, Brandon and Justin with her husband George. Her motto that she has always told her kids and clients is: IF YOU WANT TO BE SOMEBODY, IF YOU WANT TO GO SOMEWHERE: PAY ATTENTION. JUST DO IT!

After working in the entertainment industry for more than ten years, Patricia Cárdenas decided to start looking into the fitness world where she started as an ambassador for recognized clothing and supplement brands; some of these brands she still represents today. Her job as an ambassador was to promote healthy lifestyles at events, fairs and expo shows. However, after a while, promoting was not enough for her. Patricia wanted to share what she knew with others. She wanted to reach more people, help them make healthy changes to their lifestyle, become more active, and build stronger bodies. She particularly wanted to help women. In 2019, with Shula’s Apprentice Program, Patricia became certified as a personal trainer through NASM (National Academy of Sports and Medicine). Over the past two years, Patricia has continued her education, attending various fitness related workshops and expanding her knowledge base. Her passion for helping others on their fitness journey has come full circle. She has been able to help hundreds of women start and continue living a healthy lifestyle, which she strongly believes will have a beneficial impact on the next generations’ habits.

Junior wade was born and raised in South Carolina. He attended South Carolina State University where he received both his Bachelor’s Degree in Science and his Master’s Degrees in Education. Junior was incredibly athletic and played football, basketball and baseball. While attending college, Junior played baseball and enjoyed the comradery of teammates, as well as recognizing that he wanted to pursue a career in helping other within the sports realm. Once Junior graduated from college his illustrious career in the world of sports began. His first job was an Athletic Trainer position for his alma mater S.C. State University. He then moved on to Fayetteville State University. Next, he secured the Head Baseball Coach & Assistant Athletic Trainer positions at Davidson College, NC. Who would have known what was coming next. Junior landed the Strength and Conditioning Coaching position for the Miami Dolphins Football Team, under Hall of Fame Coach Don Shula. Junior would work for the Dolphins (National Football League) for the next 13 years (1983-1995). His experience with professional and college athletes catapulted him to the next level of training. Sports ultimately brought Junior into the Fitness Industry. He has always been passionate about sports and staying active, so why not allow his past experiences benefit the average person. So in 1996, Junior joined the Shula’s Athletic Club personal training team and has been helping members realize their potential ever since. Whether you are a professional athlete, a weekend worrier, or a senior citizen, Junior has the knowledge and expertise to help you. Junior still works as an Athletic Trainer for Dillard High School and participates in the Broward Health & Joe Dimaggio 18U Sports Medicine Programs. Junior holds multiple certifications: NATA (National Athletic Trainers Association) NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association) Organizations: ATAF (Athletic Trainer’s Association of Florida) SEATA (Southeast Athletic Trainer Association) World Lifting Association