Killen Fitness & Wellness - Aptos, California

Jacqui Pardue

I love working out with Danielle because it’s like visiting with a friend. I enjoy my time and look forward to going, which is pretty darn important to me. She does a phenomenal job leading our workouts and is thorough with training all my muscle groups and switching things up so it’s not boring. She truly cares about her clients and is encouraging and inspiring, sharing diet, lifestyle and even beauty education for a healthy lifestyle on her social media. Give her a follow and go get a workout in. You won’t be disappointed with the community Danielle is building.

Celeste Gutierrez

Danielle is absolutely amazing! Thanks to her, I actually look forward to 6:30 AM workouts on Mondays! She’s helped me build serious upper body strength and always pushes me to go beyond what I think I can do. I really appreciate how she’s always prepared with a full workout plan, and from start to finish, you’re constantly moving. If you're looking for a trainer who will motivate you, push you, and keep you working the whole session, Danielle is the one to go to!

Christie R

Danielle has been amazing during my fitness journey. She is incredibly knowledgeable and understanding. She has helped me stay motivated and accountable. And no matter where you are starting, it feels judgement free as you work toward goals. Movement is better than stagnation. She has been flexible with me when life gets complicated. I appreciate her so much!

Jennifer Greer

Having a fitness and wellness coach on your team is the best way to stay accountable for taking care of yourself.

I was struggling with back pain and tired of my fluctuating waistline. After meeting Danielle, owner of Killen Fitness & Wellness, I had to see if she could help me.

She put together custom workouts for me and helped me maintain good form and build muscle. She is so great at offering modifications and recommendations for stretches that can support any aches and pains I may mention during our sessions. I no longer have back pain and am feeling stronger in my 40s than I did in my 20s.

Danielle also helped me prepare for a major surgery. I took advantage of her health coaching to focus on stress reduction, balance my hormones, and build a healthy and strong body with Whole Foods. I was able to quickly recover and get back in the studio within weeks. She’s also a wealth of knowledge on the best products to support a toxin free life.

Scheduling is a breeze and her studio is comfortable and clean.

Naomi Magid

In the seven months that I’ve trained with Danielle, she has consistently provided a safe and welcoming space filled with expert guidance on my healing health and fitness journey. She is super knowledgable about different studio exercises and caters everything to what is best for my body. The pacing and circuits always feel natural and just right. I also just feel genuinely excited to go spend time with her in her adorable home studio. I had gained a very large amount of weight from medication side effects and am proud to say that with her support, I have now lost 70 of those pounds and am well on my way to gaining my strength back and having increased ease in my body. I feel infinitely stronger and have grown overall as a human by having her in my world.

I am so grateful to have Danielle’s bright and humble energy in my life — I would not be able to climb the mountain without her guidance and support. She is simply the best. I highly recommend this stellar human as an expert trainer to help reach your fitness and wellness goals — If considering working with her, just know you couldn’t have a better trainer in your corner!

JoAnn Pohorsky

Danielle has been in my life since i took Yoga and Cross Training from her . I enjoyed her workouts so much that i continued thru the pandemic to currently. I am 76 and have been so amazed with her constant dedication to my training through two operations for hip and such , always fitting in the appropriate workout for me . Her knowledge of your body and her constant encouragement are her greatest assets not to mention her beautiful demeanor and friendship to all her students . I would wish her for all wanting to improve on strength and flexibility.

JoAnn Pohorsky

Rachael Mikols

I have been training with Danielle for a few years now, the longest I’ve ever stuck with any type of exercise regime. I am a life long athlete but have a really hard time self motivating to exercise. She is so great at personalizing the workouts and keeping them mixed up so I not only don’t get bored but am working all of my body.
I love that she is very honest but kind in her approach. She is extremely knowledgeable in the entire “health and wellness” arena and I trust her immensely. She has helped me with diet as well. She is encouraging and thoughtful and just an all around amazing person. If you are thinking about getting a trainer, feeling like you’re in an exercise rut or just starting in your fitness journey, I can not recommend her enough. I feel so lucky to have met her and have her in my life?

Alayna Nathe

I cannot recommend Danielle enough! Her coaching style is clear and consistent & was able to achieve my goals within 3 months while also creating new life habits that will help me maintain all of the improvements I made. Definitely check out her program!