To Love And Nurture All Children Through Meaningful Play
My Gym was born out of our passion to teach children in a fun, physically engaging environment. We delighted in seeing children's eyes light up for all those incredible milestones, from the tentative first steps to tumbling down soft mats. Sharing the parents’ excitement at their children’s accomplishments was the high point of our day.
Picture this: In 1983, three fitness enthusiasts—Yacov, Susi Sherman, and Bill Caplin—redefined children's fitness by blending dance, gymnastics, and athletics. That's the birth of My Gym! Their mission: create a space just for kids—no more sharing mom's or dad's gym, but My Gym. With backgrounds in dance, gymnastics, and athletics, they crafted a unique fitness curriculum focused on non-competitive skill building for ages 6 weeks to 14 years. Fast forward: Cory and Monique turned My Gym into a franchise sensation in 1994. The success was undeniable, growing from 100 kids to over 400 in a year. Now a global phenomenon, My Gym is consistently ranked the #1 children's program worldwide.
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Nallely has been part of the My Gym family since 2017, bringing nearly a decade of experience working with children in both recreational and developmental settings. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology from Concordia University Chicago and recently earned her Master’s degree in Exercise Science from Northeastern Illinois University. She first started her journey at the River Forest location and has continued to grow within the My Gym community over the years, supporting both River Forest and Skokie. Now, as the Director of My Gym Skokie, Nallely is excited to build lasting relationships with families while continuing to develop meaningful partnerships within the community. With a background that includes childcare, recreational programming, and individualized support, Nallely is passionate about creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment where every child can build confidence and thrive.
Jason has been part of the My Gym family since 2009, when his wife opened My Gym Skokie and recruited him to help teach classes—quickly discovering he had a natural ability to connect with kids through humor and play. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre and is currently pursuing a degree in cybersecurity, bringing a unique mix of creativity and curiosity to everything he does. Known for his showmanship, goofy energy, and childlike spirit, Jason loves creating an environment where kids feel excited to learn and play. A self-proclaimed sci-fi and fantasy nerd, he brings imagination into the gym while encouraging kids to step just outside their comfort zones in a way that’s gentle, supportive, and fun. His goal is for every child to feel welcomed, confident, and genuinely looked forward to each time they walk through the door.
Vaneeza has been part of the My Gym family since 2019 and continues to bring energy and positivity to every class and birthday party she helps with. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and currently works as a media consultant. Even with a busy professional career, Vaneeza loves staying connected to My Gym and the impact it has on children and families. She enjoys creating a fun and welcoming environment where kids can build confidence while having a great time.
Veronica is excited to be part of the My Gym team and has been with My Gym since 2021, bringing a caring and energetic presence to the gym. She is currently pursuing a degree in business while also working as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and a daycare teacher, giving her a strong background in working with children in a variety of settings. She loves traveling and trying new adventures, and enjoys creating fun and engaging experiences for kids. Veronica is passionate about helping children grow in confidence while having fun in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Jasmin has been part of the My Gym team since 2023 and brings a fun and positive energy to every class. She loves spending time outdoors with her dog and enjoys traveling whenever she gets the chance. Jasmin plans to attend architecture school and pursue a career as an architect. She enjoys helping create a welcoming and exciting environment where children can build confidence, learn new skills, and have fun.
Brisa has been part of the My Gym family since April 2023. One of her favorite parts of working at My Gym is helping create core memories for the children. “I love seeing their faces light up when they arrive at My Gym, see us, and start class.” Outside of My Gym, Brisa is a talented face painting artist and also enjoys creating coffee and matcha drinks with her husband. She will soon be taking a leave from My Gym to begin an exciting new chapter as a first-time mom.
Rachel earned her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Illinois State University and recently completed her Master of Arts in Teaching from North Park University. Originally planning to pursue a career in physical therapy, Rachel realized toward the end of her undergraduate studies that she felt unfulfilled on that path and discovered that while she enjoyed fitness and exercise science, her true passion was working with children. She decided to combine those two passions by joining My Gym. For her final college course, Rachel completed an internship at My Gym, where she discovered a love for teaching and helping young children grow through movement and activity. That experience ultimately inspired her to pursue a career in education. Rachel will be teaching elementary or middle school Physical Education and is currently finishing her health endorsement to also teach health education. In addition to teaching, Rachel coached varsity 8th grade girls soccer this past season, further growing her passion for mentoring and supporting young athletes both on and off the field. She also plans to continue working occasionally at My Gym during her summers off because she loves spending time with young children and working with babies.
Petros brings a fun and active spirit to My Gym, with a strong passion for working with kids and staying active. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and enjoys creating a positive and supportive environment for every child he works with. He loves playing sports, especially basketball, and has a passion for traveling, with experiences visiting Greece, Ireland, and Italy. Petros enjoys being part of the My Gym team because of the fun, friendly atmosphere and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on kids’ lives.
Emmanuel joined My Gym as an intern in January 2026 and is excited to continue growing with the My Gym team moving forward. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Community Health and is currently pursuing his ACE Personal Trainer certification. Outside of My Gym, Emmanuel owns his own plant business called Plantitas de Manny! “I enjoy working at My Gym because it allows me to lead group classes and help youth grow into confident young athletes.”
My Gym is consistently ranked the #1 children's program worldwide. And our awesome, fun teachers are the main reason behind that. We're looking for individuals who like to play hard and work hard, at the same time! My Gym is an international corporation with more than 550 locations in over 30 countries. This is a great opportunity to start with a company where you can work your way up to become the boss. We are also looking for people who want something part-time with great hours and a great work environment.
Interested in joining our fun cast of characters? Find a location near you to see available positions.
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