EVY GILLIN, GENERAL MANAGER
As an Oregon Duck graduate in Recreation Management and minor in Business, she returned to the valley in 1980 as Physical Director at the YMCA and then joined the WRAC as Club Manager in 1984. Though the club has changed many times, and in many ways, over the years as it has grown, Evy continues to love working with people at the club and being able to see them be active and having fun.
On a personal note, she enjoy spending time with her husband, Tony, being outdoors, hiking and traveling. Her competitive side comes from a life of ski racing! Email: evy@wrac.org
On a personal note, she enjoy spending time with her husband, Tony, being outdoors, hiking and traveling. Her competitive side comes from a life of ski racing! Email: evy@wrac.org
TAMMY DONAGHY, ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR
Tammy rejoined the WRAC Team after a long hiatus, just playing racquetball and having fun. But she is back to work now in Accounting and also as our Racquetball Coordinator. There is not a day that goes by that you won't find her with a smile on her face and a can do attitude to match. Email: tammyd@wrac.org
CONNIE TOWNSEND, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANt
Connie graduated from Waterville HS and went off to college at Western Washington University where she got a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communications while working as a lifeguard and teaching water aerobics. After graduating, Connie worked in print shops and freelancing as a Graphic Designer while getting further involved with the fitness industry.
At one point Connie, and her high-school sweetheart husband, Nathan, owned a neighborhood health club in Aloha, Oregon. After over 25 years, the Townsends were able to finally move back to the Wenatchee Valley. Connie's been with the WRAC since 2008 as an ACE-certified fitness instructor and personal trainer, and acts as Administrative Assistant helping to create marketing materials for the WRAC. Email: connie@wrac.org
At one point Connie, and her high-school sweetheart husband, Nathan, owned a neighborhood health club in Aloha, Oregon. After over 25 years, the Townsends were able to finally move back to the Wenatchee Valley. Connie's been with the WRAC since 2008 as an ACE-certified fitness instructor and personal trainer, and acts as Administrative Assistant helping to create marketing materials for the WRAC. Email: connie@wrac.org
CHARL GROBLER, DIRECTOR OF TENNIS/PRO
Charl graduated from Oral Roberts University with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. Charl has been instructing tennis for over 30 years. Charl is USPTA Pro certified and was named the top Senior player in the Pacific Northwest. His students include all player levels and ages in his private and group lesson programs.
Charl loves being able to help others improve their games as well as sharing the positive qualities that tennis brings to everyone. He appreciates the fact that tennis teaches one to focus better and naturally brings one to seek a healthy perspective in life. He also enjoys the mentoring and believes that tennis offers the best opportunity to strengthen friendships, to experience strong emotional feelings and how to harness them in a productive way. He holds a strong belief that Improving one’s tennis game is a journey that makes one a better person. During his free time, Charl enjoys riding motorcycles, golfing, and surfing.
Email: charl@wrac.org
Charl loves being able to help others improve their games as well as sharing the positive qualities that tennis brings to everyone. He appreciates the fact that tennis teaches one to focus better and naturally brings one to seek a healthy perspective in life. He also enjoys the mentoring and believes that tennis offers the best opportunity to strengthen friendships, to experience strong emotional feelings and how to harness them in a productive way. He holds a strong belief that Improving one’s tennis game is a journey that makes one a better person. During his free time, Charl enjoys riding motorcycles, golfing, and surfing.
Email: charl@wrac.org
EMMA BUSH, MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR
Participating in sports was part of Emma's life throughout her school career, and working with people to make a positive impact in their lives is her passion. So after graduating Westside High in 2012, she worked several different jobs before taking a part-time position at The WRAC's front desk in 2015- where she has found her niche!
Emma began participating in fitness classes, and was quickly inspired to begin her certification to become a group fitness instructor. She is now teaching a variety of classes here at the club- Booty Barre being her favorite so far! Outside of The WRAC, Emma looks forward to baseball season & day-trips to Safeco Field for an afternoon Mariners game. As Membership Coordinator, she enjoys sharing her enthusiasm and passion for fitness with current and future members! Email: emma@wrac.org
Emma began participating in fitness classes, and was quickly inspired to begin her certification to become a group fitness instructor. She is now teaching a variety of classes here at the club- Booty Barre being her favorite so far! Outside of The WRAC, Emma looks forward to baseball season & day-trips to Safeco Field for an afternoon Mariners game. As Membership Coordinator, she enjoys sharing her enthusiasm and passion for fitness with current and future members! Email: emma@wrac.org
ELLIE THORPE, ASSISTANT MANAGER
Ellie especially loves interacting with the members on a daily basis, and enjoys following and supporting their fitness journeys. She grew up in the Wenatchee area and participated in many WRAC youth programs such as tennis lessons and summer swim team. Now, she golfs and recently ran her first--but not last--half marathon.
Ellie joined the WRAC team in 2017 after graduating from Washington State University with her bachelor's degree in Strategic Communication. It is her goal to educate the Wenatchee Valley about the importance of healthy and active lifestyles, and hopes the future of the WRAC leaves a positive impression on the community like it did for her. Email: ellie@wrac.org
Ellie joined the WRAC team in 2017 after graduating from Washington State University with her bachelor's degree in Strategic Communication. It is her goal to educate the Wenatchee Valley about the importance of healthy and active lifestyles, and hopes the future of the WRAC leaves a positive impression on the community like it did for her. Email: ellie@wrac.org
LISA SMITH, wellness director
Lisa joined the WRAC team as a new member to the community and state of WA In 2015. Lisa, her husband Greg, and daughter Madelyn, moved from Sacramento for Greg’s new job at the PUD. She has added to the family since with son, Nate. She has a bachelors in Exercise and Sports Science from Oregon State so she is familiar with the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
Lisa spent 10 years working as an Exercise Physiologist and Fitness Asst. Manager at an active adult community. Lisa is an ACE certified Personal Trainer and Advanced Health and Fitness specialist as well as an AFAA certified Group Exercise Instructor. Her specialties include: Post-rehab, Balance and Strength programming, Older Adult Mobility and Conditioning, TRX, Aqua Exercise and Tabata training. Lisa loves her work and tries to practice what she preaches, even though its extra hard during football season! Email: lisa@wrac.org
Lisa spent 10 years working as an Exercise Physiologist and Fitness Asst. Manager at an active adult community. Lisa is an ACE certified Personal Trainer and Advanced Health and Fitness specialist as well as an AFAA certified Group Exercise Instructor. Her specialties include: Post-rehab, Balance and Strength programming, Older Adult Mobility and Conditioning, TRX, Aqua Exercise and Tabata training. Lisa loves her work and tries to practice what she preaches, even though its extra hard during football season! Email: lisa@wrac.org
KEITH BAIER, Head TRainer
Keith received his Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Science from the University of Idaho, and also is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with The National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Most recently a co-owner of a club in Seattle, Keith trained all levels of clientele, as well as developed sports-specific programs for athletes...while running a 6,000 sq. ft. facility! Keith was the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Seattle University's swim team and previously acted as Fitness Director for another Seattle club. Email: keith@wrac.org
Most recently a co-owner of a club in Seattle, Keith trained all levels of clientele, as well as developed sports-specific programs for athletes...while running a 6,000 sq. ft. facility! Keith was the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Seattle University's swim team and previously acted as Fitness Director for another Seattle club. Email: keith@wrac.org
