The Owners

Deb & James

Co-Owner / Yoga

Debbie Duryee

Debbie has always been drawn to physical fitness, but her workout routine didn't address an underlying anxiety. That's where yoga came in. Discovering yoga some 20 years ago completely transformed her life, bringing her the inner peace she'd been seeking for so long. She wanted to share this discovery with others, and left a career in the financial industry to study and teach yoga. Debbie completed her first 200-hour teacher training course based on Ashtanga Yoga in 2003. She later studied with David Swenson, and then in 2011 went on to complete her second 200-hour teacher training in Vinyasa Yoga with Jacqui Bonwell. A few years ago she completed training in Creative Kids Yoga at Kripalu. And in 2016, she immersed herself in an intense 500-hour training session with Jacqui Bonwell. Debbie's goal is to help her students not only become stronger and healthier physically, but to gain the inner peace, confidence and happiness they deserve.

Co-Owner / Boot Camp +Cycle+ Personal Training

James Hollenkamp

James discovered his love of fitness after leaving the business world some eight years ago. He became passionate about circuit training and immediately felt at home as a boot camp instructor and personal trainer. In the past few years, he has added indoor cycling and yoga to the mix — and learned that the balance between these varied workouts is essential to good health. James has earned certification in Functional Movement Systems, NASM personal training, and NASM Weight Loss, equipping him with the tools to find the very best approach for each and every client. “I know exactly what it feels like to be behind a desk all day. My goal is to make my clients feel energized, stronger, and pain free — all while having fun at Crisp!”

The Trainers

Erin, Lori, & Faye

Cycling + Fire & Flow + Personal Training

Erin Perry

Erin has been a leader in the Portland fitness scene for over a decade, instructing cardio kickboxing classes, yoga classes, boot camp classes, and extensive personal training. Although she loves all sides of fitness, her true passion is cycling. When instructing on the bike, her excitement and enthusiasm are at their peak! Erin has competed in numerous triathlons in the last four years, including three half Ironman events and various sprints and Olympic distances. She’s also completed the MDI full marathon, and multiple half marathons throughout New England. Erin recently welcomed her second son. When she's not teaching or training, you can find her outdoors with her family fishing, hiking, biking or paddling. Erin is also passionate about farming and bringing fresh, local foods into the kitchen. She believes that health and fitness are part of everyday life, and strives to help her students and clients find balance between work, home life, health, and fun!

Boot Camp + Personal Training

Lori Gower

Lori graduated from University of New England in 2003 with a BA in Exercise Science. From there she earned her personal training certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CPT). She is also certified in Functional Movement Screen (FMS) and has completed workshops focused on pre- and post-natal fitness. Over the last 15 years, Lori has worked with a wide variety of clients from athletes to first timers, teens to elderly, those looking to lose weight to those looking to gain muscle, brides to be, pre- to post-natal clients, post rehab clients, and others with a variety of medical diagnoses. In addition to training, Lori teaches boot camp classes. She believes that teaching allows her to reach more people at a time, and to work toward clients’ goals with the added benefits of camaraderie and fun. Although Lori is completely passionate about health and fitness, she is also passionate about being with her husband and two kids and spending as much time as possible outdoors. "My goal every day is to impact as many people as possible in a positive way. I truly believe in leaving people better than you found them, therefore I always want my clients to feel better after a training session with me than before.”

Boot Camp + Personal Training

Faye Maier

Faye has been a personal trainer for the past five years. After having children, she began working out to get back into shape. She discovered a love of fitness — and triathlons! She continues to compete to this day. Faye enjoys challenging herself to be active in a variety of ways. Whether trail running, playing soccer, swimming, triathlon training, or lifting weights, she loves to move and feel strong. She's passionate about sharing this love of health and fitness with her two daughters and her clients. She hopes she can encourage all women to believe in their strength and learn to revere their bodies for giving them the capability to do the things they love.

The Yogis

Brad, Tara, & Jen

Yoga

Brad Shafran

Brad is a Portland Maine native, avid hiker, and former multiple sport athlete. After a short college baseball career, a couple of cross country road trips, and years of fumbling through life, he finally found himself in his first hot yoga class- It wasn't too long after he knew he had to dive deeper. Brad received his initial 200 hr YTT certificate in November 2018 from Hot 8 yoga in Pasadena, California, and has done many workshops and trainings since then to expand his knowledge and explore different styles. Brad's classes are ever changing, thoughtful, intentional, and always full of surprise. Geared towards all levels of practice, Brad aims to challenge you physically but at the same time holding that space for you to find peace and softness in the subtle parts as well. When not doing yoga you can catch Brad around town drinking smoothies, eating falafel and hiking and exploring with his dog Georgia.

Yoga

Tara O'Connor

Yoga

Jen Shumway

Jen’s yoga journey began in 2005 when she was pregnant with her first child. She immediately connected with the physical practice of yoga, and quickly began to resonate with the powerful emotional and energetic benefits that the practice offered. Jen’s yoga practice has allowed her to move through life’s ongoing challenges and transitions with greater ease, confidence and authenticity. In 2011, Jen completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training from Sacred Seeds Yoga School under the direction of Jacqui Bonwell. Jen further explored her interest of yoga and pregnancy and received her prenatal yoga certification in 2012. And in 2015, she completed her yin yoga training with Sagel Urlacher. Jen strives to teach classes that are a balance of challenge and fun. She encourages her students to trust their own instincts to help to create their own inner awareness to help move through the ups and downs of life.

The Cyclers

Robbie & Emily

Cycle

Emily Howes

Cycle

Robbie Woodsum

Robbie is an indoor cycling enthusiast with almost ten years as an instructor under his belt. He has taught everywhere from college campuses to senior gyms to even the White House. Robbie is all about positivity, optimism, and energy. He wants to push you, challenge you, all while playing anything from his favorite Cher songs to pop music you want to sing or dance to. Oh, and don't mind him as he sings along in between cueing and telling jokes. Robbie is very excited to be part of the team here at Crisp!