MaryBeth is a highly respected global fitness industry leader with over 30+ years of experience in group exercise programming. As a former National Trainer with the SilverSneakers® Fitness program and a NASM Senior Fitness Specialist, she has advanced training in older adult exercise and fitness-based training solutions.

She is committed to inspiring others to long-term health and fitness goals in the areas of exercise, well-being and stress management. MaryBeth is a Registered Yoga Teacher, Life Coach and holds certifications with A.C.E., A.F.A.A., and A.E.A.

Hi, I’m Scotty Haire. I am from Davie County, NC, but have lived in the Lexington, KY, area off and on for 25 years until moving here. I was certified through ACE in 2011 as a general personal trainer, and recently, re-certified through IFTA as a Senior Fitness Instructor. My family moved to Oak Island in December 2018 and I immediately joined Cape Fear Fitness. I thoroughly enjoy fitness and helping others to be the best version of themselves. I most enjoy one on one training. If I can help you be your best, it will be my joy

With over 30 years of experience as a competitive athlete and acquired knowledge from university studies, certifications and continuing education, Claire brings a depth of tools and knowledge to your fitness program, helping you become the best you can be.

The passion in Claire’s work comes from her goal to bring out the athlete within each of her clients. Claire welcomes the opportunity to help you tap into that athlete within whether you are a competitive athlete, a weekend warrior and for those seeking a healthy lifestyle.

Brian has been a full time resident of Oak Island since 1993. He and his wife Heather have three teenage boys, who are all very active in High school and college sports. Brian brings years of experience as a personal coach and team building specialist. Brian’s passion for helping people and love of fitness has merged over the past few years. He is a Certified Personal Trainer and TRX Specialist.

Taylor-Quinn is an NC native and recently moved seaside to Southport, an area she is familiar with after spending several summers working at Fort Caswell. Taylor-Quinn began her fitness journey as a student at App State while working at the campus recreation facilities. She was introduced to CrossFit in 2014 while attending grad school at ECU. After graduation, she became a member of the local CF gym in each town she moved to. She began coaching classes in 2017 and later fell in love with Olympic Weightlifting and earned her USAW Level 1 Coaching certification. She has competed at the national level and loves seeing the sport grow, especially with women!

She also is a Certified Pre & Postnatal Coach through Girls Gone Strong and will most definitely hold your babies while we work out!

Taylor-Quinn also has experience in nutrition, macro coaching, and meal prep.

Description goes her Beth Serepca moved to the Southport area in August 2018. She joined Cape Fear Fitness as a spin instructor 3 years ago. She holds fitness certifications from Swinn for spinning and is a certified running coach for the last 10 years. She trained hundreds of runners to achieve the running goals and now helps spinners achieve their fitness goals. Beth has run 8 marathons as well as countless other races. Beth believes being strong is the best feeling. She lives in Saint James with her husband and dog.

Donnie, wife Autumn, and five children moved to Oak Island in 2016. Donnie works in cybersecurity and is a USMC Veteran, Ultramarathoner, OCR runner, and NASM certified personal trainer. He is an advocate of daily incremental self-improvement (mind, soul, and body) and believes “everything worthwhile is uphill”. Donnie is ready to help you achieve your fitness goals one step at a time.

Pam was born and raised in Catawba county North Carolina. She was an elementary teacher for 30 years for Catawba county schools and became a group x instructor in her mid-40s. As a member of the YMCA, Pam was encouraged to try teaching a group exercise class and it became a passion as well as an outlet for stress. She also took up running at that same time and found that she could enjoy doing what she calls racecations which are fun runs at a fun location. Pam took up tennis at the age of 60 and began playing in local leagues in singles and doubles. She has lots of years of experience working in many different types of fitness centers and enjoys making a difference in the quality of life of the members.

As a US Navy veteran with over two decades of personal training experience, Darryl brings a disciplined and results-oriented approach to fitness. Personal training and coaching bootcamp classes since 1998, Darryl is committed to helping clients achieve their goals. Holding a W.I.T.S Personal Training Certification and specializing in fat loss and weight loss, he offers personalized guidance and support. A cancer survivor themselves, Darryl understands the challenges of overcoming adversity and provides compassionate motivation to their clients

Candice Murphy is a local, who resides in Southport. She was born and raised in the Carolina’s. She joined Cape Fear Fitness in February 2016 as an International Fitness Trainers of America, Certified Kickboxing instructor. She is happily married and is the mother of two twin daughters. She also owns and operates her local business “Murphy Photography”. She believes that fitness is the key to living a long, happy and healthy life and that everyone can find a way to incorporate fun into their routine.

Susan has been practicing yoga since her teenage years, and began teaching in 2007. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, she raised her own family in Maryland, and now resides in Oak Island, NC. Susan is no stranger to the gym atmosphere, she was fortunate to work as an instructor at one of the first women’s gyms in 1974! Fitness through yoga is a lifelong passion. Her goal for each student is to enjoy and feel good doing yoga- physically, mentally, and emotionally. Susan provides non-intimidating, non-judgmental, easy to follow class that focuses on your individuality.

Group Fitness Instructor for 2 years and registered nurse of 14 years. I moved to Southport NC from Buffalo NY 6 years ago. I have a love of fitness and living a healthy lifestyle and became a fitness instructor to share that love with other people

Pam has been a fan of Move & Groove (formally Zumba) since her introduction in 2007 and fell in love with this “exercise in disguise”. She has been teaching Move & Groove for years in the Southport area. Her motto is to just move and have a great time while working out.

My name is Jerelyn Jones and I serve the gym as the Social Media Director. I joined the Cape Fear Fitness family in 2019 and have loved every second of it! Although my career has taken me down a different path, I have always had a passion for fitness, health, and nutrition. I am grateful to be able to tie my passions in with what I do here at the gym. There are so many wonderful members and employees who make up this gym and I am so happy that I have the ability to connect with everyone and keep everyone updated with what's going on!

Amy Gibson joined the Cape Fear Fitness team in April 2013 after moving here with her husband from Cleveland, Ohio. She is an AFFA Certified Group Instructor who was a dance major at Ohio University (but has always been a beach bum at heart). Amy feels strongly that exercise is not only the key to physical health but also essential for emotional and mental well-being. Her “Formula for Success” is a room full of enthusiastic people, great music, energy and fun…whether it is cardio, pilates, or weight training. “People need a challenge they can accomplish. They have to enjoy their challenge or they won’t stick with it! It’s MY JOB to make sure they ENJOY and ACCOMPLISH their challenge …and I LOVE MY JOB!”

I was born in Virginia and moved to North Carolina in 1997. At the age of four, I began dancing and continued with many other types of exercise throughout my life. I learned early in life that staying active was important to me to remain as healthy as possible. I have held multiple licenses and certifications; in Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Mammography and currently hold a certification as a Group Fitness Instructor. I became a Group Fitness Instructor after I retired from my medical career because I enjoy exercising and I want to encourage others to include and incorporate exercise in their life for a healthier lifestyle. Exercising has always been fun and energizing for me. My goal for my class is to make everyone enjoy it as much as I do and to feel comfortable expressing themselves through movement with choreography as well as performing exercises with good form and posture. I believe exercise is beneficial in many ways from improving health and psychological well being.