In the lead-up to UW Fitness Day, we are spotlighting the incredible fitness community coaches and studio partners who will be bringing the energy to Husky Stadium and our campuses.
UW Fitness Day is more than a workout. It is a chance to move, connect and experience the energy of being a Husky in a whole new way.
Step onto the turf with The Whole U
There is nothing quite like the energy of stepping onto the field at Husky Stadium or gathering at our regional campus hubs alongside hundreds of your colleagues. With music pumping, the sun shining and a massive community of Huskies moving together, UW Fitness Day is a tradition unlike any other. Whether you are looking to learn a new movement style, or simply take a joyous mental health break away from your desk, this event will leave you feeling recharged and inspired.
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- Seattle campus at Husky Stadium
- Harborview Medical Center at View Park
- UW Bothell at the ARC
- UW Tacoma at the University Y
Meet our community coaches
Dave Johnson
TruFusion
Dave focuses on building strength, confidence, and real-world fitness for all levels through HIIT Circuit and Tru Strength. With over 25 years in the fitness industry, his goal is to create a challenging and supportive environment where everyone can succeed. For Dave, movement is about building strength, relieving stress, and creating energy to show up for yourself every day.
His advice for UW Fitness Day? “You don’t have to be ‘in shape’ or have it all figured out, just show up ready to go. Bring the energy, and we’ll handle the rest!”
UW TruFusion discount: Get 50% off the first month of unlimited access, or a special $119 monthly rate for those 25 and under.
Jade Tabares
Jade Pilates Method & The Sweat Studios
Specializing in Pilates and functional mobility, Jade has been instructing for nearly 15 years and is passionate about helping people move their bodies. She loves the energizing and inspiring environment of UW Fitness Day when everyone comes together.
Jade wants to remind participants to: “Choose yourself. Choose to love. Choose to make yourself feel good and feel proud of yourself!”
UW Sweat Studio discount: 10% off any package or membership.
Jess Gleason
Seattle Dance Fitness
A proud UW alum with a BA in Dance, Jess believes movement is most powerful when it builds connection, confidence, and community. Through her Cardio Dance Party, she creates welcoming spaces where people of all backgrounds can move freely and express themselves. Jess says movement is her way of connecting to music, people, and herself.
Her message to participants: “You don’t have to be a dancer to dance with me and my team. Just bring your energy and we’ll create a lil joy together!”
UW’s Seattle Dance Fitness discount: 10% off any class pass.
Daniel Nery dos Santos & Aileen Panke
Brasil in Motion
Daniel and Aileen bring the vibrant energy of Afro-Brazilian cultural heritage to UW Fitness Day. Their award-winning organization focuses on a balanced body, mind, and spirit through Brazilian dance, Zumba, and Capoeira. They are committed to creating an inclusive community and building cross-cultural bridges. For Daniel and Aileen, movement transforms, heals, and unites us.
Their reminder for the day is simple: “Dance is for EVERYBODY!!!”
UW’s Basil in Motion discount: 10% off all classes.
Summer Bourn
The Grinning Yogi
A fellow Husky, Summer discovered The Grinning Yogi as a UW student in 2016 and now specializes in Vinyasa flow. Drawing heavily on her background in dance, she creates fluid, intentional sequences that inspire movement and mindfulness. Summer advocates for movement as a lifelong journey rather than a temporary fix to chase an aesthetic.
Her hype message: “I am SO excited to move with you! My practice is all about a warm, playful energy where we use music to shape the mood and deepen the flow.”
UW’s Grinning Yogi discount: 10% off any renewing membership, plus a special $39 first-month offer.
Alex Tyler
Seattle Bouldering Project
Alex has been coaching rock climbing for five years, focusing on cultivating a positive environment for athletes. To Alex, movement is highly analytical, intentional, and joyful—a form of vertical problem-solving.
Excited to represent a gym just steps from campus, Alex says: “Be strong, try hard, do your best, breathe.”
UW’s Seattle Bouldering Project discount: Discounted annual membership and waived initiation fees on monthly memberships (valid at all locations).
Dilara Tuysuz
Equinox
Dilara focuses on strength, functional movement, and injury prevention. Drawing from clinical training and hands-on experience, she enjoys helping clients move better, get stronger, and feel confident in their bodies. For Dilara, movement is a powerful way to boost energy and relieve stress.
Her message to participants: “Bring your energy, your smile, and get ready to move! Let’s have fun, challenge ourselves, and make this an unforgettable day!”
UW’s Equinox discount: Waived invitation fees and preferred membership rates.
More than movement
UW Fitness Day is about showing up for each other. As a Husky Strong signature event, we’re proud to give back to our community, raising over $22,000 for the UW Food Pantries thus far in 2026. You can be part of it by making an optional donation through the UW Combined Fund Drive in support of Husky Strong.
Thank you to our sponsors!
UW Fitness Day is possible because of our partners BECU, TIAA, Decathlon, Husky Mobile, UW Medicine and UW Athletics!