NEXUS
The Team
Who We Are


Ashley
Owner & Coach
Ashley's passion for fitness started with strength & condition training for her dance career when she was 13. She started Olympic Lifting through CrossFit in 2014. But in 2017, Ashley suffered an injury leaving her with 2 broken ribs and no core strength. Then, in early 2019, she suffered another injury to her hip. Recovery this time took quite a mental toll. Ashley knew she would have to transform the way she approached training. So, that is what she did, and two years later NEXUS was born.
As a NEXUS Trainer, Ashley specializes in feminine fitness & training. "We can't train women like "little men" any longer!" is something you will hear her say quite often. Ashley's focus is on clients who need strength training after pelvic floor issues from pregnancy, deliveries, and C-sections. She understands the physical issues that come from these life events and can help navigate post-pardon & pre-menopause hormonal differences as well.
As a NEXUS Coach, Ashley runs all the technique programs that focus on the physical issues that lead athletes to overcompensate. Utilizing the Functional Movement Screening, Ashley has developed programming that starts athletes training their bodies from the ground up before they jump into weight lifting, preventing injury and creating a solid foundation for those who have previous injuries. Ashley also runs the mindset coaching program which deals with the emotional components of fitness and competition. Ashley's wide knowledge and experience are what make NEXUS different than any other gym.
Certifications: Crossfit Level 1, Fem Fitness Speciality Training, Dance Cross Training Fitness Cert and CPR.

Marielle
Owner & Coach
By day, Marielle is a civil engineer, but by night, a master fitness trainer. Marielle has been doing CrossFit since 2013, she has a Level 1 CrossFit certification, an ACE Group Fitness certification, & a Functional Movement Certification allowing her to accurately measure the body's compensations. Marielle runs and programs all our Strength & Conditioning and Weight Lifting classes. It's safe to say she is the Head Coach for a reason!
Marielle's passion is in the gym community. Everything Marielle does is in the interest of building a strong supportive Nexus Community.
Certifications: Crossfit Level 1, Group Fitness Cert, Personal Training Cert, Injury Prevention Cert, FMS & FCS Cert, and CPR.


Tauna
Coach
Tauna is a dedicated group fitness coach at NEXUS, where she has been training since 2024 and completed her coach training in 2025.
With a passion for movement both inside and outside the gym, she enjoys weight lifting, yoga, hiking, and camping. She also spends a lot of time at the park with her son and dogs.
Tauna’s favorite part of coaching is empowering clients to connect with their bodies, build confidence, and discover just how strong they are capable of becoming.
She brings intention, encouragement, and a grounded presence to every class, helping athletes grow stronger—physically and mentally—than ever before.

Jonah
Yoga Instructor
Jo is a 200-hour certified yoga teacher passionate about creating grounded, welcoming spaces where students can feel safe, supported, and truly themselves.
Their classes blend slow mindful movement, breathwork, and intention, with a focus on building both physical and inner resilience.
Jo believes yoga is about community, growth, and showing up authentically — on and off the mat. Always encouraging students to move with awareness, build resilience, and cultivate a deeper connection to themselves.


Lora
Coach/Relief Yoga Instructor
Lora is a Colorado Springs native with a lifelong passion for health and fitness. She participated in sports growing up and was always an athlete.
She found CrossFit in 2013, which ignited her love for Olympic Weightlifting. Lora has been a member at NEXUS since 2023 and loves being a part of the community.
As a coach, she makes class safe & fun while educating you along the way. #NaturalTeacher! She looks forward to coaching you in class and getting to know you better!
Distinguished Visiting Coach

Visiting coach
Jeremy

Visiting Coach
Latisha