Ananda has been a practicing licensed personal trainer since  2007 and a group instructor since 2004. Born in Colombia, Ananda is fluent in both English and Spanish. Ananda grew up dancing in Colombia and when she moved to the United States in 1999 she quickly gained 20 lbs. She then became determined to create a healthy lifestyle and a joy for working out. Ananda was able to lose the fat and create a holistic approach to fitness. In 2007, Ananda received her certification for personal training through Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) with the goal to help others reach their fitness goals in a healthy and enjoyable way. Since then she has received certifications from Zumba Fitness and P90X. She specializes in helping beginners and experienced athletes of all ages.