Honors and Awards
2015- Woodman of the World Community Leadership Award
2014- Garrett County Women's Hall of Fame
2012-  President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition Community Leadership Award          
2012- Inducted in the Southern High School Hall of Fame
2012/2011- Nominated for Garrett County’s Most Beautiful Person
2010 – Elk’s Club Citizen of the Year
25 National Titles, 11 International titles and one world championship for Sportaerobics
1986-1988 Reebok National Aerobic Champion

Lexi is Brenda's right-hand gal and has worked at BBS for over 25 years.   She started taking classes at BBS at age 12.   Right away, she showed talent in dance, especially in leadership.  Brenda wasn't long recognizing her abilities and, by age 16, trained her to teach adult aerobic classes in the 1980's.  Lexi excelled and found that she loved teaching and was good at it.  She attended several certification workshops, learning all she could to perfect her craft.  In 1999, she moved to Indiana, where she continued to work in the fitness industry and as an event planner.   She added another dimension and became educated in childhood fitness, working at the nationally franchised "My Gym."  She developed and taught programs at the Clarksburg Parks and Recreation Centers when living in Clarksburg.  2005 she moved back to Oakland, and Brenda waited with open arms.  "Lexi and I work so well together, she often finishes the many ideas I get started."  Lexi has created many successful programs at BBS, like Camp Funshine, Dance Camp, Camp Night Shine, Tumbleweeds,  and Mat Mystics. Tap Dancing,  and Star Student.   Our younger students adore Lexi with her animated energy and ability to identify with each student.  She is accommodating and informative for parents, always answering their many questions.  She also ensures our staff stays updated with shop schedules and announcements.  Lexi has two children, Arianna and Pierce. 

Interesting Fact About Lexi:  She was inducted into the Mickey Mouse Club Hall of Fame in 1989.  On behalf of her dance team, she accepted the Golden Mickey Award.  We proudly display this award in our dance studio.

Brenda first met Danny at a local dance competition in 2011; she was impressed by his choreography and style. She opened the lines of communication, and it was the start of their working relationship.    "Danny is like my Dance Son; he is a perfect fit for BBS; he's talented, always upbeat, positive, and super motivated.  His gifts as a choreographer are incredible."   Danny is from Cumberland, MD, and began taking private dance lessons at age 12.  His love of dance and theater continued to grow, inspiring him to attend Frostburg State University, where he graduated in 2009 with a degree in Theatre and a minor in dance.  Danny is a triple threat, he dances, he sings, and he acts.  After graduating college, he stayed in the area, teaching and performing in the local theatres.  In 2014, he moved to NYC to pursue his dreams and further his career in the performing arts.  Since then, he has worked full-time as an actor and a choreographer in theatres nationwide.  He is accumulating quite a body of work with his choreography and directing shows.  With all his teaching and performing, he still loves to come to our studio once a year and teach choreographed dances to our middle and high school students.  This is a highlight of the year for them, and it challenges, inspires, and instills a sense of pride when they master their dances.

Interesting Fact About Danny:  Danny claims he can iron his clothes while he is in them.  He loves scary movies and will put hot sauce on anything he eats.  

Alissa has been part of the BBS family since she was 12.  Starting her dance career later than most children, she certainly had no problems catching up.  She competed with the Garrett County Sportaerobic team, earning numerous national titles in team and individual events.  Growing up with this competitive sport instilled her love of fitness.  She began teaching Sportaerobics, gymnastics,  and jump rope classes in 2006.  Alissa is an excellent role model, demonstrating to students a tireless work ethic and the benefits of practice.  She inspires her students with her ability to demonstrate skills and work out right beside them, never asking them to do something she would not do herself.  She has quite a skill set as an instructor, and also in her wheelhouse is her flair for choreography, creating several award-winning routines.  Students love her style and training.  Alissa will be offering select adult fitness classes this year.  Alissa is married to Jeff Gank, and they have two sons, Cooper and Wiley.

Interesting Fact About Alissa: On July 4, 2002, at 12 years of age, she was the best Sportaerobic athlete in the world, placing 1st after the preliminary competition. She would finish the contest with a silver medal. Alissa is fierce and enjoys running in Tough Mudder and Spartan races.

Dance has always been a part of Amy's life.  She grew up in Pittsburgh and danced throughout her childhood.  She attended Frostburg State University, where she performed in the dance company and earned a degree in education and a minor in dance.   Brenda first met Amy in 2000, just out of college, and knew she was the perfect fit for BBS.  Amy became one of Brenda's assistant Sportaerobic coaches and traveled and helped coach the team from 2000-2006.  Amy's knowledge of dance has enabled her v.  Amy currently heads up the BBS satellite location at Accident Elementary School.   There is a reason Amy is a teacher; she is one of the kindest and compassionate people you will ever meet.  She is always positive and encouraging to her students.  Amy teaches fifth grade at Accident Elementary School and has two daughters who dance, Ashlynn and Ava.  

Interesting Fact About Amy: She is always on the go.  You can't believe how many activities she can juggle in a day, week, or month.  She also loves to ski!

Sheri teaches yoga classes in Cambria, CA, in winter and at Brenda's Body Shop in Oakland, MD, and Allegheny Holistic Health Care in Thomas, WV, the rest of the year.  She also does local yoga events with Deep Creek Lavender Farm in Accident, MD, and Stumptown Ales in Davis, WV. With a passion for helping others reach beyond their current abilities or setbacks, her main goal is personal transformation, emphasizing acceptance of one's own body. In addition to having her RTY-200 certification, Sheri has completed 100 hours of advanced training in Yoga as a Healing Art: Physical and Psychological Strategies for Cultivating Wellness from the acclaimed Himalayan Institute. She also had the honor of studying with the internationally renowned Cheri Clampett and Arturo Peal to earn her Therapeutic Yoga Teacher certification.  She is currently pursuing her RYT-500 certification through the Kripalu Institute.

Interesting Fact About Sheri: Sheri loves to garden and is a hopeful herbalist.  She is a master Gardener in Garrett County and a Master Naturalist in Tucker County, West Virginia.  She also owns Beach to Peaks Yoga and teaches here in the mountains on the beaches in California where she grew up.