Meet Our Team

Terri is a lifetime athlete with a desire to educate and lead others toward a thriving, healthy lifestyle. She is a previous gym owner and has been coaching for over ten years.

She loves weight training, running, participating in team events, and yoga. Terri’s biggest passion is developing a supportive “family” within a  gym that offers a safe, comfortable, and challenging environment for its members.

Credentials:

• CrossFit L1

• CrossFit L2

• AFPA Nutrition and Wellness Consultant

• AFPA Personal Trainer 

• CPR/AED Certified 

• FMT Certified

• Masters Athlete

• BS Education

Tara may be a busy mom of 5, but she always has time for her beloved "tribe". With over 20 years experience in coaching sports and fitness training, Tara works with people of all ages and abilities.  She is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and NASM Certified Sport Performance Enhancement Specialist, with a special focus on teaching functional fitness and youth sports performance enhancement training. Tara is also a NASM Certified Youth Exercise Specialist and NASM Certified Nutrition Coach, and has been doing CrossFit for over 15 years.  When she’s not training here at The Tribal Connection, Tara loves to volunteer her time with the local Gigi’s Playhouse (Deerfield), where she coaches fitness classes for youth, teens and young adults with Down syndrome.  She also is a very dedicated Head Coach of the All Pro Rebels 12U travel softball team she founded under her not-for-profit organization, All Pro Rebels, NFP.  Tara is passionate about helping people of all "flavors" discover their full potential and define their best selves.

Adrienne began her career as a fitness professional in 1995, and her passion for helping others in their health, wellness, and fitness endeavors has remained a constant throughout the decades. As an NASM-certified Personal Trainer (CPT), Certified Sports Nutrition Coach (CSNC), Fitness Nutrition Specialist (FNS), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), Behavioral Change Specialist (BCS), and Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), she possesses a comprehensive foundation of expertise.

She has earned several top personal trainer awards and was recognized as one of Chicago's top trainers in the January 2009 edition of Time Out Chicago magazine. Beyond her extensive academic credentials, Adrienne brings three decades of "in the trenches" experience that is hard to match. Having worked with thousands of clients from all walks of life—spanning fitness, medical, and health backgrounds—she remains eager to continue learning. Adrienne’s philosophy is that the human body is an ever-evolving science, and she believes that we must all remain open-minded to change. She advocates for healthy, incremental adaptations, which yield success not just physically, but mentally, adhering to the principle that a strong mind equals a strong body.

Chris strives to be a lifelong athlete, regularly competing in basketball, volleyball, and pickleball. He is dedicated to living as active a life as possible, utilizing fitness and recovery to expand his "play-span."

With over 15 years of experience training clients, Chris is comfortable working with individuals of all backgrounds and ability levels. He specializes in body recomposition, strength, and conditioning. Chris is certified as a Personal Trainer and Weight Loss Specialist through NASM. He works with clients one-on-one, in small groups, and leads various strength classes.

Amy is a NASM-certified personal trainer with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Recreation and a lifelong passion for health and fitness. As a busy mom of four boys, she understands firsthand how important it is to build strength, energy, and balance into everyday life.

Amy specializes in creating personalized training programs that are both effective and sustainable, helping clients build strength, improve endurance, and feel more confident. With a background in coaching and youth development, she brings energy, structure, and motivation to every session. Her goal is to help you stay consistent, push past limits, and achieve results you are proud of while enjoying the process.

As a dedicated yoga instructor, health coach, addiction recovery coach, and fitness instructor, Lindsey Nielsen brings a powerful, whole-person approach to wellness. She believes that true strength is cultivated in the mind and spirit as well as the body.

Lindsey’s yoga practice is rooted in healing. Her classes are designed to help relieve symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, and grief, offering students a supportive space to breathe, move, and reconnect. Whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or have years of experience, her sessions are accessible, welcoming, and adaptable to all ability levels.

With a background in health coaching and addiction recovery support, Lindsey understands that transformation is deeply personal. She meets each client where they are, guiding them with compassion, accountability, and practical tools for lasting change. Lindsey is passionate about helping individuals rediscover their inner light, empowering them to build strength, restore balance, and walk back into their communities with confidence and resilience.

Brooke has been dancing for the better part of the last 35 years and views movement as the best part of her day. Her childhood was filled with the music and rhythm of dance, evolving into a lifelong passion. The unique challenges of the pandemic sparked her newest focus: the world of Zumba and dance fitness.

For Brooke, dance fitness was the perfect solution for staying active during a time of change. She thrives in the high-energy, "party" atmosphere where the cardio is intense but the time flies. Whether you have been dancing for years or are just finding your footing, Brooke invites you to join her class. She is dedicated to ensuring you leave every session feeling sweaty, smiling, and stronger than when you walked in.

Marilyn is a Libertyville mom of three who is passionate about all things fitness. She holds certifications in Group Fitness, Personal Training, SEAT (Supported Exercises for Ageless Training), Barre, and Schwinn Cycle, among several others, including HIIT and Dance Fitness.

Cardio Kickboxing is one of her favorite formats to teach, and she is excited to bring this energy to The Tribal Connection community.

Dimple has over 20 years of professional experience working in the rehabilitation and fitness field. She has an “East meets West” approach towards wellness, incorporating breath and mindfulness as integral foundations for optimal physical conditioning.

She is certified through NASM, AFAA, and Crossfit, and has additionally worked with various age group populations as a PT Assistant, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Endurance Coach, Kickboxing Instructor, and Metabolics Specialist. Her background as a JFB Myofascial Release Therapist and Biochemistry major allows her to assess clients’ goals and guide them through injury prevention, pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation, and driving past plateaus and self-imposed limits through knowledge and education. She loves coaching classes because it gives her the opportunity to help instill proper functional movement standards and help individuals gain confidence as they grow.

Dimple is also very passionate about her therapeutic work. She has dedicated herself to helping ease pains and struggles through MFR and Reiki healing. She is an ICRT Professional Member as a Reiki Master/Teacher in the lineages of Usui Tibetan, Holy Fire III Karuna and Animal Reiki. She utilizes crystal grids, sound medicine, water therapy, and intention setting to help with mind-body-soul integration as guided. Text or call to schedule (310) 351-0258.

Owner of True Ball Nation.

Specializes in footwork, ball handling, and shooting. Covers everything from pace changes, to rhythm work, and much more. Text or call to schedule (630) 461-7955.

Credentials:

• Former assistant coach at East-West University

• Former head JV coach at Lakeview HS 

• Founder of True Ball Nation - basketball skills training

• Has coached travel basketball for over 15 years and training for almost 20 years

Owner of Loosey Goosey Sports Massage and Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT).

Erika has been practicing sports massage therapy for over 10 years in the Northshore/Chicagoland area.  She works closely with current and former Chicago Bears players along with Olympic competitors and other athletes from the NFL, MLB, and NCAA.  A mother of two young sons, Erika is very much dedicated to creating and treating clients in an absolutely transparent, safe, and sanitary space.

Born and raised in Northern California, Erika was a High School Water Polo player and Swimmer who went on to compete at the collegiate level in Handball at Lake Forest College, earning All-American three times and winning a National Doubles Championship her senior year.  Erika is very much familiar with injuries and how each sport places different demands on the body.  No matter how obscure or mainstream the sport may be, Erika commits herself to getting to the root of the problem and treating the issue so that we can all return to the activities we love.

Please reach out to Erika personally at (847) 971-4199 to book an appointment, or learn more about her practice by visiting looseygooseymassagetherapy.com

Jordyn Elliott is a lifelong athlete who earned her classical pilates certification through a 500+ hour comprehensive training program. She's certified to teach on all pilates apparatus including the reformer, tower, cadillac, wunda and high chairs, barrel, and more.

Jordyn fell in love with pilates a few years after graduating from UC Berkeley where she was a four-year player and senior captain of the women's soccer team. Two ACLs and three surgeries later, Jordyn's soccer career wrapped at the collegiate level, but her love for sports, being active, and challenging herself only continued to grow. Soon after graduation, Jordyn decided to pursue her certification to become a pilates instructor. She's excited to share the challenge of pilates with her community!

Check out whatsyourgoose.com to see her schedule.

Owner of Tagletics.

I am a physical therapist, proud owner of Tagletics, and a busy mom of 3 boys. I work with athletes across many different sports; including running, crossfit, basketball, pilates and so much more. I have experience with novice athletes to elite athletes and even those returning to exercise postpartum. I help individuals recover from injuries as well as help them optimize their health and performance to continue to achieve their goals. Specializing in dry needling, I am able to help alleviate pain, improve muscle efficiency, and maximize performance. I am passionate about helping individuals truly maximize their potential and overcome current or past injuries in a very individualized and unique manner. I feel strongly that every athlete is different and deserves one-on-one care unique to them.

I am an avid runner and enjoy long distance running. I have run several half marathons and marathons and hope to run many more. I grew up playing many different sports and have always enjoyed just moving my body. I bring all of my past personal experiences and knowledge to the table. Including my experience with exercising during pregnancy and postpartum. When I am not working or running, I enjoy spending time with my boys. I hope to inspire them to challenge their bodies and minds and achieve great things.

Owner of MainStreet Infusion IV's & Wellness.

A locally owned and operated IV therapy concierge service. Stephanie Baier is a Libertyville resident, mom, and nurse with a passion for health and wellness. MainStreet Infusion is proud to offer infusion appointments at our permanent location located within The Tribal Connection in Downtown Libertyville!

Services:

• Vitamin Injection

• Meyers Mix

• Hangover Cure Mix

• Beauty Glow Mix

• Immunity Mix

• Pain & Migraine Mix

• Energy & Performance Mix

• Anti-Stress Mix

• Metabolic Weight Loss Mix

• Detox Mix

• Acne Mix

• Anti-Aging Mix