Leah Lambert Dustin

Camp Founder/President

"FitGirl is my brain child!  We constantly update lesson content by doing things better, faster and smarter... no "canned curriculum's."  says FitGirl Creator and Founder,  Leah Lambert Dustin.  Leah is committed to preparing girls to balance healthy and  physically active lives for the 21st Century!  Its fresh, fun and involves everybody!   FitGirl Camp is a lifestyle camp as it continues growing a "Culture of Wellness" for its participants.  FitGirl empowers  girls to discover knowledge and skills to be active through childhood and into adulthood! 

Leah has taught Health & Physical Education for the past 20 years with experience at every grade level. She currently teaches in the Solon School District and  advocates for the promotion of daily, quality Physical Education.  Leah earned a Master's Degree in Curriculum Education and  Health Education  from Kent State University.   Her hobbies include group fitness training, running, reading and traveling.  Leah, who is a married mother of three, with two daughters, adds, "This camp stems from the powerful effects exercise has had throughout my life...I feel a  responsibility to help girls reach their potential, which also helps me reach my mine!  The higher a girl's self esteem is the more likely they are to protect and care about their health!

Sue Bubonics

Physical Education Specialist   

Sue has twelve years experience as a Health and Physical Education Teacher and currently teaches in Solon Schools .   Sue is the Director/ Facilitator of the FitGirl After School Programs launched in the Fall 2010   Sue keeps girls Moving, Learning and Having Fun !

This camp was created and designed to KEEP girls excited about physical activity-not just the athletically inclined girls, but all girls at levels, all shapes, all fun!" Sue further adds:"Games that eliminate the weakest person is counterproductive and turns off kids who need activity the most! We show girls a variety of activities that are lifelong and rewarding!" "Girls are empowered to stay confident and are valued for their ideas and intelligence, not just their cuteness.  Sue enjoys spending time with her family including  three sons. Sue and her husband live in Solon, Ohio. 

The FitGirl Team also includes...

Krista Nightwine

• Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Nursing- Ursuline College.
• Adult critical care /management
• Married mother of 3 girls – Lives in Chagrin Falls

Although I loved nursing field, I felt increasingly frustrated that most of my patients had few or no tools for maintaining a healthy, high quality life at an early age. I was ready for a change and to make a difference!

I was thrilled to become part of the FitGirl team, as the Chagrin Falls After School Program Instructor where my own two girls participate in the program. I try to live and lead by example, but to have my own daughters see their “mom” as a role model to other girls, has been extremely beneficial. I’m not just their “mom” but as a fit -girl! Being a mother of girls, I am all too aware of how fragile their emotional state and self confidence can be. At FitGirl a major focus is on self worth! It is a safe, non judgmental environment where all fitness, educational, and interest levels come together to encourage and validate one another. I believe FitGirl EMPOWERS girls with the knowledge and skills needed to maintain a lifetime of health and happiness; through fitness, nutrition and self worth ! The girls move and learn while having fun!

Hobbies/ Interests: Running! (I have completed 2 half marathons) Gardening, Cooking, Family time, Become a Certified Group Fitness Instructor specializing in Children’s Fitness and complete a full marathon!

Katie Isaac

Teacher – Solon City Schools Parkside Elementary

6 years as an elementary school teacher and enjoys running, eating healthy, and finding new ways to have fun and stay fit! Teacher of the After School Program at Parkside Elementary K-4 program. I love to watch the girls have fun, motivate each other, and fall in love with a healthy lifestyle!

Katie Kravetz

Nutrition Awareness Instructor

Allie Dustin 

Head Counselor

Ohio High School Cross Country State Meet Qualifier & All-District Team Member  

"A daily hit of adrenaline gives you the power to make better decisions and offsets stress!"                                       

Melissa French

Certified in T-Bow, Turbo Kick and Frequent Guest Teacher! 

A huge thanks to our Volunteer Professional Advisory Panel who encourage positive attitudes toward wellness while donating their time and expertise!

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