Hi! I’m Kristine Koethe, Associate Instructor at Wackie Fitness Jazzercise. I’ve been an active Jazzerciser since January 2003. Laura, our class owner, had invited me to try one of her classes and I reluctantly thought I’d give it a try. I’ve always been active but I honestly didn’t think I’d like Jazzercise. But, I hid in the back row and kept moving. I signed up that day, knowing that was the only way I’d make myself go. It didn’t take long before I was addicted and attending all of the classes offered.

That same year I went to Las Vegas for the Fitness Series and was impressed with the energy and the passion that people have for Jazzercise. I think it was after that event that I knew I wanted to be a part of this organization. It was just a matter or how and when.

I became a Class Manager in 2002, when we added to our class schedule. As a Class Manager I became more involved with the classes and got to see what goes on behind the scenes. Becoming an Instructor was just a natural progression for me. After much thought and a lot of hard work I attended workshop in November 2005 and became a Certified Instructor. So far it has been very rewarding and a lot of fun!!

In addition to being an Instructor, I work full time as a Litigation Paralegal. My husband, Brandon, and I have lived in Gainesville since 2001. We have 2 sweet boxers, Shelby and Heidi, who keep us very busy. In my free time, I enjoy shopping (who didn't know that), reading, hanging out with friends and traveling.