209 Fitness Owners

Mrs. Corinna Kross

As co-owner of 209 Fitness, a private gym and nutrition consulting business, I hold over 18 years of fitness instructing experience. I am a R.A.D self defense instructor for the National Academy of Defense. My certifications for group fitness instruction include, Schwinn Indoor Cycle, Zumba, BOSU Balance System and Step. I am also certified as an AFAA group fitness instructor. In addition, my passion for sports and athletics is demonstrated though my first degree black belt in Shotokan Karate-Do.

I have been instrumental in bringing group fitness opportunities to college campuses in the Northeast. I am highly dedicated to providing both the opportunity and the education of the importance for health, exercise and wellness. My hope is that my students come away from their fitness experiences not only encouraged but with a satisfying sense of renewal. I hold a SUNY New Paltz Fitness Instructor of the Year award. I hold a Master’s of Science degree in Education and work on a college campus as the Director of Residence Life.

Mr. Chris Kross

As co-owner of 209 Fitness, a private gym and nutrition consulting business, I am a certified fitness instructor through the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. I have a background in health and fitness and as an athlete having played football, basketball, and baseball throughout high school in Chicago and baseball in college at the University of Memphis. I have competed in four Pennsylvania Police Olympics Toughest Competitor Alive (TCA) competitions earning one bronze, two silvers, and a gold medal (2006) in these TCA competitions.

I have also competed in four World Police and Fire Games, earning a bronze medal in the Toughest Competitor Alive competition in Australia in 2007.

I have coached youth sports (football, basketball, baseball) for over 12 years. My passion for teaching youths the fundamentals and benefits of athletic competition will carry over at 209 Fitness. I will be conducting "Fundamentals of Weight Lifting for Kids" clinics at the gym. I will also be instructing another new class on nutrition called "Nutrition 101" for both adults and teens.

I hold a Master's of Science Degree from the University of Memphis in Parks and Recreation.