Meet Our team Team
Biography: I realized one day that I had a choice: continue the upwards weight climb I was experiencing after my second child, or become healthy and fit for myself and my family. I chose to get myself into shape, and as I continually put forth the effort, the acknowledgment from others and the results I was getting proved additionally motivating. It didn't take long for me to become hooked on fitness, as my achievements in the field began to expand, first starting as a kick-boxing instructor then getting NETA certified, and now owning my own training facility. To me, fitness is not just my job, it's my passion.
One of my greatest joys is to experience firsthand someone's life-changing and helping them to find their confidence and their mental well-being through fitness. I don't allow a client to tell me they can't do it-- there are always ways and modifications that can help you to push to the next level. Whether you are an athlete, new to fitness, or wanting to challenge yourself in new ways, I want to help make that happen.
I feel the key to all success stories is consistency and pushing beyond what people feel their capabilities are. I have been there, I have had the struggles that present themselves daily to us as businesswomen, as mothers, as wives. I know it can be done. There is no excuse that can't be overcome. Although I am forthcoming that it won't be an easy road, to achieve results, I insist that you treat exercise like brushing your teeth - a part of your everyday life. If you want it badly enough, your diligence will pay off!
Mena Spodobalski
Education/Certifications:
Fresno State University, Marketing
CPR Certified
AED Certified
Years of Industry Experience: 15 years
Athletic Accomplishments:
2008-2009: CIM MRI Marathon relay team 2008 1st place, 2009 2nd place team
2009: Big Sur 2nd place women's, Rock and Roll San Diego Relay marathon 3rd place
2010-2012: Reno Tahoe Odyssey MRI team runner
2013 Figure Competitor, 1st place Open Figure Nevada State Show
2013 2nd Place 35+ Figure Nevada State Show
2013 2nd place Masters 35 Tahoe Show
2014 1st place Open Figure, 1st place 35+ and 45+ Masters figure
2014 1st place Open Figure D, masters 35+ and Master 45+ Tahoe Show
2015 Cofounded Breast Cancer 2 Bikini (BC2B)
2016 Triumphant Awards Health and Fitness, Girls Scouts of Nevada
Lululemon Ambassador
2017 3rd place NPC West Coast Classic
2017 1st place Figure Open D The Tahoe Show
2017 2nd Master Figure 45+ The Tahoe Show
2017 3rd place 45+ Masters Figure, 4th place 35+
Masters figure and Open Figure D
2017 Nominated as RGJ Citizen of the Year for BC2B work
Iain Dykins
Education/Certifications:
University Central Missouri, BS Exercise Science
Crossfit Level 1 Trainer
Crossfit Functional Movement/Mobility
Trigger Point Therapy Certification
ACSM CPT
Years of Industry Experience: 8 years
Biography: To Iain, CrossFit has changed his perception of what true fitness is. He has enjoyed being able to challenge his physical limits in various domains.
Iain finds coaching to be rewarding and fulfilling because he gets to be part of an individual's physical and mental change, and he gets to see people become stronger every day.
CrossFit has become a way of life for Iain...not only has he established a wonderful family here at the gym, but he has also become a part of one of the best communities in the world: the CrossFit community. He enjoys spreading his passion and seeing other people love and benefit from CrossFit.
Athletic Accomplishments
3rd Base All-American UCM
Varsity Basketball, Baseball, Football
Evven Carrion
Education/Certifications:
University of Nevada, Reno, MA Speech Communication
CPR Certified
Spin Certified
Years of Industry Experience: 4+ years
Biography: From a young age, Evven has had a passion for movement. Whether it was swimming, dance team, basketball, or just riding her bike, she loved being active. Growing up in a small town, her extracurricular options were pretty simple: either she worked or she played sports. Guess which one she chose?!
She played basketball, volleyball, and ran track in high school before she moved to Reno in 2002 to attend the University of Nevada, where she earned an MA in Speech Communication. It was during a semester abroad that she discovered her love for running. In 2005 she decided to train for her first marathon, which opened the doors to a new foundation of fitness.
Evven believes that health is a gift, and functional movement paired with proper eating habits leads to a longer, happier, and more rewarding quality of life. We each have very unique and valuable bodies that need to be taken care of! Eat well, sleep well, and drink water like nobody's business. Don't forget, this is YOUR special journey!
Athletic Accomplishments
Portland Marathon
Nike Women's Half Marathon
Rock-n-River Half Marathon
Folsom Half Marathon
CIM Relay
Donner Triathlon
Ragnar SoCal
Ragnar Las Vegas
Reno-Tahoe Odyssey
Reno 5000
Rob Spodobalski
Rob has always had a passion for sports - specifically track & field and soccer. Rob was a passionate and successful high school athlete who went on to compete at the NCAA level. Rob has spent over 25 years coaching youth in both sports. He has a great connection with the athlete and cares greatly about their success. That translates to athletes working hard to achieve their goals, because they have a coach they know truly cares.
When Rob is not at his real job, you will find him playing a significant role in the facility’s operations along with teaching the Teen Conditioning Program, at Evoke. In addition, Rob has a keen eye for biomechanics and applies this knowledge to his methods. He’s a true student of his sport. Keep an eye out for a state champion sprinter in the near future... they may have been coached by Rob.
One of his greatest joys is spending time with his two sons who are also athletes, excelling in various sports (one of those sports being quite unconventional). He also loves supporting and spending time with his wife, Mena.
Athletic Accomplishments
USATF Level 1 Track & Field Coach
C License Soccer Coach
CIF North Coast Section Champion - 400 meters
CIF State High School Finalist - 400 meters
NCAA Track & Field Athlete - Cal State Hayward
CPR/AED Certified
Antione Swinson
Education/Certifications:
NASM Corrective Exercise (CES)
NASM Performance Enhancement (PES)
Youth Fitness Specialist
MA Speech Communication
NASM PT Certified
Crossfit Level 1
Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified
Exercise Nutrition Certified
Biography: He brings with him years of experience in this industry with a remarkable background in Athletic performance! For adults and kids alike, you will be thrilled with what Antoine can help you accomplish!
As a coach, personal trainer, group instructor, or mentor Antione's goal is to provide knowledge, experience, and tools to assist you in achieving your goals. After coaching for over 15 years and having a passion to help all athletes perform better within their physical ability led him to become a performance coach where he can help others excel in sports and activities of daily living.
His philosophy is to provide a professional, education-based, detailed, and informative training protocol including communication as another key component of your success.
His mission to find the right balance and individualized approach within every aspect of training necessary for you to achieve your goals.
Antione has trained a variety of athletes both boys and girls from football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball, softball, golf, lacrosse, track and field. He also has certifications with the National Association of Speed and Explosion, USA Track and Field Level 1, US Lacrosse Boys, and US Lacrosse Girls.
Athletic Accomplishments:
Bishop Manogue Catholic High School Freshman and JV Football
Reno Pop Warner Bulldogs - Midget
Reno Pop Warner Razorbacks - Pee-wee and Junior Midget
Reno Pop Warner Jaguars - Junior Pee-wee
Reno Pop Warner Huskers - Mighty Mite
Deana Griffin
Education/Certifications:
2nd Degree Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts
CRP/First Aid Certified
BA in Speech Pathology
Biography: Along with their 4 boys Deana and her husband are in ministry together at Living Stones Church in South Reno. Deana has always enjoyed sports and as her final season of high school athletics ended she found her next athletic endeavor in the Martial Arts. For 14 years she trained and taught Muay Thai, Taekwondo and Krav Maga to both adults and children along with training many to reach their fitness goals through cardio kickboxing and boot camp style classes.
Raising and homeschooling boys has changed the perimeters of fitness from getting it "when she wants" to fitting it in "when it fits" but has never changed her goals to stay strong and healthy for herself and her family.
Being a 4th generation Reno native she recognizes and loves to train with many familiar faces at Evoke!
Athletic Accomplishments
Varsity Volleyball
1st Degree Black Belt; Best Overall Tester
2nd Degree Black Belt; Best Fitness
4 kids... (enough said)
Cristine Estep
Education/Certifications:
ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer
CPR Certified
Biography: Cristine is a vegan athlete dedicated to helping others accomplish their fitness goals. She is an ISSA certified fitness trainer and an NPC bikini competitor. Her love for the environment, animals and health is what drives her to become her best. Fitness is her platform to spread love, compassion and knowledge of living an active vegan lifestyle.
She truly fell in love with fitness when she got a job making smoothies at a small gym in NYC. She got to see the hard-working people transform each day and she knew that she wanted to be a part of their transformations. Since then, she has spent 4 years as a group fitness instructor and received her personal training certification in order to help others go further in their fitness journey.
Cristine knows that exercise is life-changing. Not only does it improve physical health, but also mental health. With a strong mind and a strong body, anything is possible! Train hard, eat with respect and love yourself every step of the way.
Athletic Accomplishments
Nationally Qualified NPC Bikini Competitor
Varsity Cheerleading
Track & Field Athlete (6 years)
2016 RTO
Erin Flores
Education/Certifications:
EMT/ CPR Certified
Spin Certified
Kickboxing Certified
Aesthetician
AHA Cycle Nation Instructor
Biography: Erin was born and raised in Spring Creek, NV, then moved to Yerington, NV for high school. Being raised in a small town instilled in her a love for the outdoors in her that still exists today. She enjoys hiking, camping, hunting, riding horses, and anything that involves a beach or lake! A few of her favorite things are live music, hikes, sushi, cooking, Cabernet, traveling, hats, and adventures with her two sweet daughters.
Her fitness journey started in her early 20’s, when she wasn’t playing sports anymore and needed to find a healthy outlet. She started running but didn’t appreciate outdoor cardio during the Reno winters, so she started taking cardio kickboxing and spin classes, and loved it so much got certified to teach both. That also led her to the fitness clothing brand, Lululemon where she eventually became the store manager and became fully invested in the Reno fitness and gym community.
Erin is the mother of two little girls, Shea and Kopland. To her, teaching them to love and take care of their bodies in the healthiest way, with positive talk and healthy habits, is extremely important. She believes in the “work hard, play hard” motto, and that jumping out of your comfort zone is where the true magic happens.
Athletic Accomplishments:
Tough Mudder 2018
Reno Tahoe Odyssey 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022
Traci Allen
Education/Certifications:
American Council on Exercise Personal Trainer Certification
Health Coach Certification 2021
Group Fitness Instructor and Indoor Cycle Instructor Certification 2021
Functional Training Specialist
Weight Management Specialist and Fitness Nutrition Specialist Certification
BA in Political Science and a Minor in English
Biography: Traci started at Evoke in 2019 as part of the Breast Cancer 2 Bikini program. She’s been with us ever since continuing to focus on her health and well being! She’s now certified and ready to share her passion for fitness!
Born in California and raised in Utah, Traci graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Political Science and a Minor in English. Traci met the love of her life, Brandon, while attending the U and they were married in 1995, two weeks before Brandon started medical school. Through his training they moved from Utah to Missouri to Oregon and eventually settled in Reno in 2003 with their three children.
In 2009, after years of fighting “baby weight”, Traci lost 85 pounds through diet and a newfound love for exercise but it was after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017 and being chosen to participate in Breast Cancer to Bikini in 2019, where she was trained for six months by the amazing team at Evoke Fitness. Her passion for fitness and a desire to inspire others to find that passion for themselves was ignited. In 2020 she earned her Personal Trainer certification through The American Council on Exercise and in 2021 her Health Coach, Group Fitness Instructor and Indoor Cycle Instructor certifications as well as Functional Training Specialist, Weight Management Specialist and Fitness Nutrition Specialist certificates.
Traci loves being in the gym, traveling, reading, going to movies and being with her kids. We couldn’t be more excited to have Traci’s knowledge to share with you.
Aigee Aglugub
Education/Certifications:
NASM-certified personal trainer
Certified in Sports Performance
First-degree black belt in Taekwondo
Biography: Aigee grew up playing sports. You could say being an athlete is in her blood and being active is who she is. She’s a first-degree black belt in Taekwondo and has been training for more than six years. Through this, a passion for weightlifting and kickboxing emerged.
Aigee started teaching group fitness boxing classes and then embraced the desire to become a personal trainer. With a desire to continue to learn and grow as a trainer, her goal is to offer knowledge, tools, and resources to her clients for increased health and well-being. After receiving her certification as a personal trainer in 2019, she trains and focuses on strength training, functional training, sports performance, kickboxing, and boxing – for all ages. Aigee also has three years’ experience in training people with disabilities. Such as Down syndrome and Parkinson’s and offers training for people with disabilities.
Athletic Accomplishments:
Edward C. Reed High School JV and Varsity Basketball
ATA Martial Arts Competitor in Forms, Sparring, and Weapons - Ranked 1st & 2nd in divisions (2008-2011)
Cancino’s Martial Arts Demo Team
WFC 129 Amateur Kickboxing (2021)
Legion Sports Fest Point Kickboxing Tournament (2022)
Sarah Castellino
Education/Certifications:
NASM-certified personal trainer
Certified Personal Trainer and Deep Stretching Coach
Biography: Health is a personal and lifelong journey. As someone who struggled with weight her entire life, it took years for Sarah to discover and embrace what health looked like for her. The balance of exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle habits will look different on every person. It is Sarah’s goal as a coach to meet each person where they are at in their journey and give them the tools they need to be successful. As a Certified Personal Trainer and Deep Stretching Coach, Sarah incorporates mobility, strength training and conditioning into her client’s programs.
Sarah stays motivated in her own fitness journey whether it is competing onstage in an NPC Bikini Competition, training for a Spartan Race, or playing on the Nevada Storm Women’s Football Team. It is by approaching fitness with an open mind and trying new things that Sarah stays excited about her own journey and wants to share that same enthusiasm with her clients.
We all start somewhere. Whatever your circumstance or wherever you are at in your health journey, Sarah hopes to be a part of it.
Athletic Accomplishments:
NPC Bikini Competitor
Spartan Racer
Member of Nevada Storm Women’s Football Team
Logan Spodobalski
Education/Certifications:
NASM CPT
CPR/AED Certified
2020 Vectra Bank Colorado – ROTY
2021 Vectra Bank Colorado – Top Service Professional
Biography: Evoke is excited to have Logan Spodobalski join the Evoke family and is currently accepting clients! He is teaching the Teen Athletic Training Class every Wednesday at 5:00P.M. as well as the Thursday Power40 class.
Logan has a deep passion for athletic excellence. At ten years old, he received a black belt in Taekwondo. As a soccer player, Logan was captain of several regionally successful Northern Nevada soccer teams, winning multiple local, regional, and state tournaments while being the only Northern Nevadan selected to the U15 Nevada Olympic Development Program in 2012.
However, he found the majority of his athletic success in track and field, where he competed in some of the most competitive track and cross country meets in the nation. He currently holds Bishop Manogue Catholic High track and field records for the 800M, 1500M and the cross country’s 5K record. Early into his track and field career, Logan had several significant setbacks from 3 major injuries (neck, 2X-ankle). However, through grit, focus, and mental toughness he was able to reach Division 1 caliber athletic performances.
After suffering a spinal fracture in 2013, Logan learned the importance of competent strength training. He has since spent thousands of hours learning, practicing, and partaking in sports specific strength training. Logan’s goal is to elevate his athletes and their athletic excellence, while developing their mental and physical strength that they may carry into their everyday lives.
Athletic Accomplishments:
3x T&F School Record Holder
4x NV T&F All-State
8x NV T&F All-Region
1:53.84 – 800m PR
4:23.64 – 1600m PR
15:59.1 – 5K PR
Fallon Invitational 800m Meet Record Holder
2014 NIAA Nevada State Championships – Medalist – 5K
2015 Stanford Cross Country Invitational – Medalist – 5K
2015 Woody Wilson Invitational – Champion – 1600m
2015 Woody Wilson Invitational – Medalist – 800m
2016 Arcadia Invitational, Open – Medalist – 800m
2016 Sacramento Meet of Champions – Medalist – 800m
2016 Northern Nevada D1 Championship Finals – Champion – 800m
2016 NIAA Division 1 State Championships – Medalist – 800m
8x T&F First Place Finisher
1st Degree Black Belt – Taekwondo
Spartan Trifecta Competitor
Briana (Bree)
Biography: Briana is a local here in Reno, born and raised. Reno made her strive to be an active little girl enjoying snowboarding, exploring the sierras, and swimming. She always loved being creative with her hobbies, which led her to try pole fitness.
She then became a group instructor for pole fitness for a year until she realized her genuine passion was to help empower women, being comfortable in their own skin. She then achieved her personal training certification and is now helping others on their journey of accomplishing achievements in health and fitness.
She believes that health is the most important thing you can give yourself in the early and long run of life and believes that everyone has one body, to treat it with all the love you can!