At Lighthouse Fitness Studio, we value a community that motivates and challenges each other to reach new levels of fitness every day.
Chelsey Fonua
Lighthouse Fitness Studio Owner
Meet Chelsey Fonua, founder of Lighthouse Fitness Studio. she is a resident of St. Joseph with her husband and three kids. she absolutely loves where they live: the beach, schools, parks, community, and would like to contribute to their town by standing alongside people on their fitness journey and helping them reach their goals!
she grew up as an athlete and a dancer so physical fitness has always been a part of her life. she feels her best when she’s active and challenging herself to go out of her comfort zone. she is passionate about helping others feel their best in their own skin, be confident, strong and free to enjoy life!
she has many years of experience in group fitness training, dance and personal training. she holds certifications from the american council on exercise, the american sports & Fitness Association, zumba, and barre Above.
Meet Tara, a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor with over ten years of experience working with a wide variety of clients. She holds certifications from the American Council on Exercise, which have taught her how to build client-specific programs that address achievable goals without compromising safety or fun. Her specialties include pre- and post-natal fitness, high intensity interval training, TRX training, PIYO Live and circuit-based strength training. In her group fitness classes, Tara’s main goal is to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and comfortable. Tara is also a certified distance running coach, and an avid runner herself.
Meet Sue Zvonar. Sue is recently retired after working in the Corporate world for 37 years. She was a trainer and facilitator for the Corporate Athlete Program and ran many wellness and fitness programs for her part of the organization. Upon retiring she decided to pursue her passion of fitness and become a certified Pilates teacher through Balanced Body. When she’s not teaching class, you can find her chasing her 4 grandchildren, hanging out with her family, enjoying an outdoor walk, listening to Elvis or watching a Cubs game.
Sue has been married for 38 years to her husband Frank and has 3 grown daughter’s Lindsay, Olivia and Jacklyn. Frank and Sue live on 11 1/2 wooded acres in Eau Claire where their Australian shepherd Remington roams the land.
Meet Shannin Vander Ark. Shannin lives in St Joe with her husband and five children. Together they love to hike, go to the beach, and hang out with friends. She joined Lighthouse Fitness Studio as a member and loves how welcoming the group is and how the trainers are committed to each individual's fitness journey.
Shannin is now part of the lighthouse fitness team. She plays a vital role in administration and daily business of the studio and continues to participate in the early morning workouts.