The 5 Best Fitness Instructors

A knowledgeable fitness instructor can help turn exercise goals into consistent, rewarding routines. Whether participants are building strength, improving flexibility, developing endurance or returning to regular physical activity, personalized guidance can make workouts more effective and approachable. The Best of the Boat 2026 highlights fitness instructors who bring specialized skills, encouragement and thoughtful instruction to Steamboat Springs' active community.

Janet Peasley || Old Town Hot Springs

Janet Peasley brings a background in dance and group fitness instruction to Old Town Hot Springs, where she has taught Les Mills BODYPUMP and BODYCOMBAT classes. Her instruction combines strength training and energetic, music-driven movement to help participants develop cardiovascular endurance, coordination and overall fitness. Peasley also teaches dance at Elevation Dance Studio and has contributed choreography to local productions. Her experience in both fitness and performing arts brings an engaging approach to group exercise and encourages participants to stay active through movement.

Jaime Weinress || Old Town Hot Springs

Jaime Weinress is a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor at Old Town Hot Springs, specializing in strength training, core conditioning and barre-based exercise. Her credentials include certification through the Athletics and Fitness Association of America, along with Les Mills BODYPUMP, Les Mills CORE and Barre Intensity certifications. A former registered nurse, Weinress brings a health care background to her fitness instruction. Her work incorporates muscular conditioning, stability and controlled movement to help participants develop strength and confidence while pursuing their individual fitness goals.

Rebecca Williams || Steamboat Fit

Rebecca Williams is the owner of Steamboat Fit and a nationally certified personal trainer and nutrition coach specializing in functional fitness and metabolic health. Her training includes certifications in personal training, weight management, nutrition coaching and exercise programming for individuals using GLP-1 medications. Williams also teaches group fitness classes, including full-body strength training and Pilates, at Steamboat Fit. Her coaching combines exercise, nutrition and individualized guidance to help participants improve strength, support healthy movement and develop sustainable fitness habits.

Jean Labaree || Old Town Hot Springs

Jean Labaree brings a background in physical education, dance and fitness instruction to the Steamboat Springs community. A former physical education teacher and athletic director, Labaree has also been involved in local dance programs, including Steamboat Dance Theatre. Her fitness instruction includes functional core strength training, emphasizing muscular conditioning, stability and controlled movement. Drawing on her experience in physical activity and movement education, Labaree offers an approach to exercise that encourages strength, coordination and continued participation in fitness.

Joanne Orce || Old Town Hot Springs

Joanne Orce brings extensive experience in triathlon and endurance sports to her coaching and fitness instruction at Old Town Hot Springs. A certified USA Triathlon coach and five-time All-American competitive triathlete, she has completed multiple Ironman and half-Ironman events and competed in national and world championship races. Orce also coaches with the Steamboat Springs Swim Team and has led programs focused on triathlon swimming, running and ski fitness. Her instruction emphasizes endurance, technique, proper training methods and injury prevention, helping athletes of different abilities work toward personal fitness goals and competitive events.

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