our instructors
samantha
Co-Founder
Wellness Expert, Clinical Coach & No-Nonsense Cheerleader
Samantha brings over a decade of women’s health experience to Amina—as a board-certified nurse practitioner, certified nutrition coach, and former personal trainer. She’s the science-driven, heart-centered guide behind our holistic approach to strength, health, and real-life wellness.
Her mission? To create a fitness space that truly understands women—how our bodies work, how our lives move, and what sustainable support actually looks like. From hormone health and metabolism to mindset and movement, Samantha’s coaching cuts through the noise with smart, personalized strategies that work with your life, not against it.
Known for her grounded empathy and gentle-but-honest accountability, she meets every client with compassion, clarity, and a deep respect for the journey. When she’s not helping women balance their bodies or shift their relationship with strength, she’s probably repping out pull-ups like it’s casual (because for her, it low-key is).
elyse
Co-Founder
Trainer, Movement Specialist & Ultimate Hype Woman
Elyse’s path to Amina started with ballet shoes in Australia and led all the way to center stage at the Moulin Rouge in Paris. Her lifelong love of movement—from dance to yoga to strength training—laid the foundation for a bold vision: a fitness space where women feel strong, supported, and fully themselves.
With certifications from NYC’s Focus Personal Training Institute (where she graduated top of her class), NASM, and pre/postnatal specialties, Elyse blends technical know-how with a whole lot of heart. Her coaching is precise, creative, and rooted in helping women move well, feel amazing in their bodies, and enjoy the process every step of the way.
At Amina, she’s the spark behind the vibe—the one who keeps things intentional and fun, and makes sure every woman in the room feels seen. Whether you’re picking up weights for the first time or chasing your next PR, Elyse will meet you where you are—and cheer you all the way forward.