Meet the
PowerBox 360 Team
Lauren Brenner
Founder
PowerBox 360
Lauren has spent more than 25 years in the fitness world. She is an Athlete, Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, #1 Best Selling Author, Podcast Host, Performance Coach and now…… the creator of PowerBox 360!
Lauren’s eclectic journey took her from a Division One tennis player to a Wall Street Trader spending eight years on the NYSE and obtaining 5 licenses. After 9/11 Lauren believed that people wanted and needed a place where they can come together to become physically and mentally stronger. She combined her three passions of sports, entertainment and business and redefined fitness in 2003. Lauren opened the nation’s first indoor, obstacle-confidence course called Pure Power Boot Camp. PPBC had three company locations and was licensed to franchise in 43 states. Appearing as a weekly fitness contributor on the Today Show and on numerous major networks and showcased in over 26 reality TV shows, Lauren was recognized as “THE” fitness guru and received national and international acclaim. She was named number one entrepreneur making an impact on the nation by CNN and USA TODAY named PPBC the number one franchise to buy. After spending over 12 years owning and operating PPBC, Lauren honed her innate ability to inspire people to maximize their true potential and became a Motivational Keynote Speaker and Certified Performance Coach.
In 2020 the world was faced once again with an incomprehensible situation not unlike 911. The pandemic changed daily lives and routines and forced most to feel isolated and not connected.
Lauren created a DESTINATION. A brick-and-mortar place to experience old world teamwork and bring back group exercise without any of the risks. PowerBox 360 is a place TO BRING BACK HAPPY… A destination like no other, where YOU are inspired, entertained, and pushed to your highest potential. A dance party on steroids where you are swept up in THE EXPERIENCE every single second!
PowerBox 360 Instructors
Melissa has been an inspirational teacher in the fitness industry for well over 20 years. Melissa has completed several New York marathons and has completed many indoor and outdoor cycling rides /races raising money for various charities. When she discovered the practice of yoga it not only saved her body from excessive wear and tear but also gave her the gift of becoming more present. In 2003 Melissa became a certified Hatha/Vinyasa Hot Yoga Instructor. Melissa says that she perceives yoga as a dance through life and a celebration of new beginnings. Melissa has studied with many known Yogi Gurus such as Dharma Mittra, David Swensen, Baron Baptiste, Seane Corn, Vinny Marino and Bikram Choudhury. Most recently Melissa graduated from the institute of Integrative Nutrition where she learned innovative coaching methods, practical lifestyle management techniques, and over 100 dietary theories. Her education has equipped her with extensive cutting edge knowledge and holistic nutrition, health coaching and prevention. Drawing on Melissa's expertise and her lifelong passion for fitness, health and yoga instruction, she aims to guide others to make lifestyle changes improving energy, balance, health and happiness.
Brandy has been an athlete her entire life. She has trained in many exercise modalities over the years and favors the HIIT format. Brandy played tennis at George Washington University. She is a Licensed Clinical and School Psychologist who helped create and run a kids (Positive Healthy Living) exercise program at a summer camp. Additionally, she is certified in CrossFit kids. Brandy is excited to bring her love for fitness and living a healthy lifestyle to the PowerBox 360 team.
Debra is a Juilliard trained dancer who took her love, expertise and passion for training the body to continue to compete as a time qualifying marathon runner, bikini competitor, Apollon Nutrition ambassador and fitness model. Debra holds numerous certifications ranging from sports medicine, strength and conditioning training, TRX certified, Level 2 Youth Specialization Certification, Sprints, hurdles, relays, speed and agility. Debra sits on numerous sports and fitness boards along with being USATF LI Youth Athletics Chair. Debra is the mother of 4 children which above all is her greatest accomplishment. She is excited to join the Power Box 360 team and is focused on helping you to build your best self!
Energetic & Motivating fitness and dance instructor with over 20 years experience in the dance world. Growing up teaching alongside her mother, Liz became a teacher in ballet, tap, jazz, and modern dance for all age groups. When she discovered Barre, she fell in love! After teaching Group Fitness classes and having her 4th child, she began teaching privately. She has always been passionate about fitness, dance and a healthy lifestyle. As a Mom of 4 athletic boys, keeping fit and healthy is a huge part of her family’s dynamic. Liz always brings a creative aspect to all of her classes and is excited to get back into the studio!
Rose started her journey from her dance experience of 17 years. From theatre to competitive dance, Ballet, Jazz & Hip Hop. Her education then brought her to receive a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Psychology through Pace University and a Certification as a Holistic Practitioner from Nancy Orlen Weber. Through it all, it led her to one place… Pilates! For the past 2 years she has been teaching the art of Pilates all while diving deeper into the Realms of Pilates. Rose is a born and raised New York and grew up in Roslyn, NY. She is ambitious, motivated and compassionate, honoring the importance of the connection between the mind & body. You will leave her class feeling, lengthened, rejuvenated, balanced and aware!
