Kelly Avalos, Wellness Director

Years at YMCA: 4.5 (.5 as Director, January 2008)

Job Description: Keep the Wellness Center running smoothly

1) What do you enjoy most about working at the YMCA? I enjoy working at the YMCA because I love helping people feel good, enjoy their workout, and make healthy choices! 

2) What is your goal at the Y each day? My goal is to always help people enjoy their workouts, and make people feel like they belong at the YMCA.

3) What is your favorite Y activity? Working out in the Wellness Center

4) What has been your most embarrassing moment while working at the Y? Tripping UP the stairs while carrying a load of towels that flew EVERYWHERE! 

5) What is your favorite Y memory? When one of my first personal training clients lost 16 lbs - it was great to see someone so happy with her results!

6) Do you participate in any Y classes or sports?  If so, which one(s)? Currently teach Pilates and Zumba (occasional kickboxing) classes.  Also sub on occasion for cycling and yoga.

7) Were you ever in a Y youth sport? Basketball, soccer, cheerleading, softball, swimming, gymnastics, you name it

8) What is your least favorite thing to do at the YMCA? Mop the weight room floor

9) What is your favorite thing to do when not working? Shopping, movies, concerts, dancing, bubble baths, spending time with friends, family and my fiance

10) What is your favorite Bible verse? And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God…  Romans 8:28

11) Who is your favorite superhero? Superman

12) What is your favorite movie? Ace Ventura Pet Detective

13) What is your favorite holiday? Christmas

14) What time do you get up in the morning? 6:00

15) What is your favorite pet? my old black lab What is its name? Molly

16) What kind of car would you like to drive? I have always wanted an old Jeep Wrangler (with a removable top)

17) What is your favorite restaurant? Flat Top Grille

17) What is your favorite kind of ice cream? Breyers Natural Strawberry

18) What do you enjoy most about spring? running outside, b/c of the breezy weather