Meet the Team

Managing Partner, General Manager

Kevin Theis

Kevin has a background in Biological Sciences. Since 2006 he has worked for VERT’s billing and management team optimizing the business operations and providing customer service in every aspect to meet customers’ expectations. He enjoys snowboarding, golfing, surfing and strength training. 

Partner, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Andrew Choi

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Brooke Israel

Brooke has been practicing as a physical therapist in outpatient settings since 2016. As a former athlete, she understands the importance of returning her patients to their optimal level of function and helping them attain their goals. Brooke is a sports fan, dog lover, and foodie.

Personal Trainer National Academy of Sports Medicine

Amy Virrey

Amy is passionate about fitness, she boasts a decade of weight training and yoga expertise. With a 3 -year NASM certification, she takes joy in guiding others to achieve their full potential. Amy embraces any fitness challenge with a growth mindset and finds happiness in her love for traveling and animals. Her favorite exercise is a burpee.

Physical Therapy Assistant, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified by National Academy of Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Clinical Specialist

Nikki Buchwald

Nikki's diverse health & wellness background, including degrees in physical therapy, therapeutic massage, and certifications as a personal trainer and nutritionist, make her highly skilled. Her therapy style blends hard work and symptom relief.

Personal Trainer, Certified by National Academy of Sports Medicine

Jeremy Smith

Personal Trainer, Certified by National Academy of Sports Medicine

Aleksandra "Sasha" Sabada

Sasha is a three-time bronze World medalist, World Cup holder, and 2016 Rio Olympic finalist in synchronized swimming. She combines her athletic and professional experience to help clients achieve their fitness goals.

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Personal Trainer, Certified by National Academy of Sports Medicine

Sara Camarena​

Sara is a professional golfer. She always had a fascination of the human body, and that developed into a passion for strength training and sports performance. Sara's fulfillment stems from motivating people to become the best versions of themselves.

Personal Trainer

Brian Carney

Brian has experience playing college football and specializes in strength training, speed training, mobility, and corrective exercises. His goal is to make the fitness journey both fun and successful for his clients. 

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USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

Jimmy Lindsey​

Jimmy is a USA Basketball Coach and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Beverly Hills Basketball League. He has experience in fitness at Equinox, Goldman Sachs, and New York City’s YMCA. Jimmy leads groups of runners for Nike+ Run Club and aspires to play in the Drew League.

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Personal Trainer, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

Michael "Goody" Goodrich​

Michael has experience playing college baseball. He worked at a sports training facility and a few universities in the San Antonio area where he helped athletes reach their performance goals.