What’s up crew! My name is AC or Anne-Catherine and I am an instructor and front desk manager at SPENGA Charlotte - South End. I was first introduced to SPENGA by a friend who brought me to my first session. I immediately fell in love with the entire experience and joined as an unlimited member in June 2021. I started attending 4+ sessions a week and soon enough, I knew I HAD to become a part of the team. I started as a front desk manager in January of 2022, learning the ins and outs of how the SPENGA team works together to create an amazing experience for each and every member, while also working on my Group Fitness Instructor certification at the same time. I became an instructor in May of 2022, and I love meeting every new person that comes through our doors. I grew up as a dancer and love using my ability to put together playlists and choreography to keep my sessions upbeat, fun, and challenging! I am now the self proclaimed "BANGERS ONLY QUEEN”, you’ll find absolute heaters on every playlist I create!! SPENGA is the first gym that I have ever worked for, and I have learned so much and continue to learn each and every day from members and fellow employees. I also love taking sessions alongside members and being able to get to know them inside and outside of the studio! SPENGA has brought so many wonderful people into my life, we really have a special crew. When I’m not at the studio (which is quite rare), I work at a dental office called West Charlotte Dental! I love spending time outside, enjoying time with friends, or spending some time with my cat, Winnie. Catch y’all around the studio!

Hi Crew! My name is Ann, and I am an instructor and front-desk manager at SPENGA Charlotte-South End. My SPENGA journey began in 2020, when I became a member. I loved the combination of WERKouts and the community was unmatched. Two years later in the Fall of 2022, I realized that my passion for SPENGA had transformed, and I decided to become an instructor. I taught my first session on January 2, 2023 and have never looked back! I truly can’t imagine my life without SPENGA. It has taught me so many things and brought me so many friends. I have learned to embrace my strengths and get stronger (mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally) each and every day.

Being able to bring choreography and music to life at SPENGA is amazing. I am so grateful for the opportunity to continue growing here! In my sessions you’ll find SoundCloud remixes, house music heaters, country tunes, and even more. Nine times out of ten I’m sporting a matching set. As funny as it sounds, it’s always motivated me! When you look good, you feel good and when you feel good, you look good.

Outside of the SPENGA studio, I also work remotely as a content strategist for Industry Dive, a full-fledged business journalism publisher and content marketing studio, studioID. As a Charlotte native, you can find me exploring every new restaurant and wine bar in the city, baking treats and sweets, and walking with my boyfriend, Harrison, and our dog, Brewer. Can’t wait to see y’all on and off the bike!

Hi all! My name is Cat and I am thrilled to be a part of SPENGA. I have always been a huge lover of group fitness. I blame this on my background as a dancer my whole life, including as a Carolina Girl at the University of South Carolina during college. I was a member at SPENGA long before I was an instructor- I decided to join the crew in 11/2021 after only 1 prior session, and I have been hooked ever since! I began teaching SPENGA in early 2023 because I truly believe in the quality of this workout and want to share with others. I am a Physician Assistant in "real life" and my focus is obesity medicine and weight loss, with healthy living and exercise being something I talk about daily at work! I love both my jobs and enjoy being a cheerleader for my SPENGA crew and my patients each day. Outside of SPENGA, I love hanging with my husband and my 2 cats, fostering sooooo many dogs and volunteering at the animal shelter, football season (Go Gamecocks!), wake surfing, and home decor. I can promise you my best each and every time I lead a session at the studio and can't wait to WERK with you!

Hey y'all! I’m Christian — a Sales Manager and Instructor here at SPENGA. I fell in love with the energy and community back in April 2024, and it’s been a passion ever since. Originally from Texas, I made my way to Charlotte for school (Go 49ers!) and never looked back. If you see me behind the front desk, on the mic, or even WERKing out next to you, do not hesitate to say hi and stop for a chat. My goal is to create a space that’s positive, welcoming, and full of FUN. Can’t wait to meet you all and WERK out together!

Hey SPENGA Crew! My name is Emily and I am the Lead Instructor for SPENGA Charlotte - South End. I began my SPENGA journey back in 2020 when the Charlotte location first opened and have been movin’ and groovin’ with ya’ll ever since.

Before SPENGA, I had worked in the fitness industry in some capacity since I was a teenager. I grew up as a competitive dancer and taught at my local studio which had led me to pursue a degree in exercise science and rehabilitation studies from Northeastern University. While living in Boston, I had managed gyms and boutique studios before my career brought me to Charlotte in 2019. Once the pandemic hit, I knew I needed to get back into the fitness world, obtained my NASM CPT, and the rest is history!

I have loved werking with all of you and every time I mic up cannot wait to RIDE. REP. REVIVE. with each person who walks through our studio doors. You have made SPENGA home 💚

When not at the studio, you can catch me teaching chemistry to my 10th grade class, hanging out with my kittens, or hopping around Charlotte checking out all the new breweries, coffee shops, and restaurants.

Can’t wait to see you in the studio!

Hey Fam, I’m Lorrie! I’ve worked at SPENGA Charlotte since its opening day and have loved it ever since. In 2020 my husband and I moved from Atlanta to Charlotte mid pandemic. I was looking for a space to grow my wings as a fitness instructor. When I saw SPENGA had spin, strength, and yoga I was completely bought in.

In each session I strive to create an atmosphere that is safe, fun, and challenging. I will give you options to add spice or adjust if you’re not loving something. I’m a NASM certified personal trainer and Mad Dogg spin certified. My music taste varies from a good beat drop, to Latin music (I’m Puerto Rican, it’s in my blood), to the classic millennial 2000s hits.

When I’m not at SPENGA, I am most likely running around after my toddler (and husband). We LOVE food, Charlotte FC games, and being an active fam.

I can’t wait to WERK with you and get you to your fitness goals! Let’s get it Fam.

I’m Natalie, and I’m so excited to werk out with you!
My fitness and wellness journey began about 2.5 years ago, after spending several years as a full-time stay-at-home mom to two amazing little ones. As they’ve grown, I’ve had the opportunity to rediscover myself-and I chose to dive headfirst into my passion for movement, mindfulness, and overall well-being.
I’m a 200-hour certified yoga instructor with a deep love for yoga, breathwork, and all things wellness. Whether we’re flowing on the mat, pushing through a ride, or powering up in strength, I’m here to help you feel strong, confident, and connected- inside and out.
I can’t wait to move, grow, and crush goals (big or small!) together. Let’s werk!