Troy bernritter

People, Culture & Operations

Coach • Recruiter • Operations

Troy's path to fitness began during one of the most difficult transitions of his life. After being laid off from Alteryx, a company and career he deeply loved, he found himself searching for a renewed sense of purpose and identity. He turned to Pilates, initially as a client, and quickly discovered that movement offered far more than a workout. It gave him a new direction.

Teaching became a natural next step. Troy began at Powerhouse with FIIT, a strength-based class he helped organize and develop into a more cohesive program designed around the needs of our clients. His thoughtful programming, genuine connection, and ability to motivate others quickly resonated, and his classes began to fill.

He later apprenticed under Powerhouse founder Marissa Wilson, developing his knowledge of Pilates, anatomy, tactile instruction, and intentional cueing. Since beginning his career in 2023, Troy has completed more than 500 teaching hours and earned his BASI Pilates certification, Level 1 and Level 2 Lagree certifications.

When Troy discovered Lagree, he found his passion. He fell in love with the method's precision, intensity, and ability to transform people both physically and mentally. His long-term goal is to become a Lagree Master Teacher and travel the world educating and inspiring future instructors.

Today, Troy combines his experience in talent acquisition with his passion for movement as Powerhouse's Director of People, Culture & Operations. He plays an integral role in recruiting and developing exceptional instructors, strengthening studio operations across Powerhouse's growing footprint, and cultivating a team culture rooted in connection, excellence, and community. For Troy, building a great studio means creating an environment where both clients and team members feel supported, challenged, and inspired to grow.

Credentials

• BASI Certified Pilates Instructor

• Lagree Level 1 Powerhouse Fitness, Eva Louise Dailey MT

• Lagree Level 2 Powerhouse Fitness, Laura Collins MT

• 500+ Teaching Hours