WHY CHOOSE COASTAL CORE?
High intensity, low impact, muscle endurance training on the megaformer. It’s fitness MAGIC. It’s physically, mentally and emotionally fulfilling! It’s time effective and humbling. It’s the workout that’s going to build the
best version of you!
The Megaformer
250lbs of fitness equipment GOLD. 10.5' long - 2 platforms book end a spring loaded carriage on wheels. Depending on the target muscle group, the carriage resistance is altered to challenge the body through slow speed training. Plan to lunge, plank, and squat in various ways, all at a consistently slow tempo with energizing music, small group classes and semi-private instruction by a Lagree Fitness Certified Trainer.
The Results
Long lean muscle tone, decreased body fat, increased self confidence and overall bad ass attitude. Classes are small, our instructors focus solely on positive reinforcement and they love the workout as much as you will. If you're ready to make change happen, step out of your comfort zone and find the best version of you, now's the time and Coastal Core is your answer.
Coastal Core Fitness Locations
Our TEAM
Liz Collins
Founder & Owner
In 2012, I found Lagree Fitness™. Never before had I experienced a workout that not only physically challenged me, but left me as mentally and emotionally satisfied after just one, 45-minute session. Two years later I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. While juggling the roles of wife, mother and full-time employee, time management was key and Lagree was my answer. 3 days of Lagree Fitness per week, and I was in the best shape of my life. 10 years later and I still crave the MEGA BURN.
The efficiency and effectiveness of the Lagree Fitness Method™ keeps me strong physically, mentally and emotionally. I opened Coastal Core Fitness with the ultimate goal of helping others to become the best version of themselves. My team is here to support, inspire and motivate you along the way. See you at the studio!
Michelle Durso
Director of Studio Operations
As a Brooklyn-born, New Jersey-raised health and fitness coach, Michelle is always up for a challenge...which is why she fell in love with Lagree Fitness! What she loves is how easy it is to adjust your intensity, and how you’ll never plateau. No matter how many classes you take, you’re always pushing your body to it’s max.
After her first time on the Megaformer, she was hooked! Michelle is an AFAA certified group fitness trainer, with additional certifications in PiYo and Insanity. Her latest and most fabulous certification comes from Lagree Fitness, and she is super excited to be onboard the Coastal Core team!
Ashley Mills
Instructor
Ashley was born and raised at the Jersey Shore, so she instantly felt right at home at Coastal Core! Ashley started dancing at an early age and went on to major in dance at Stockton University. While in college Ashley had the opportunity to perform with a professional dance company in NYC. There she was introduced to Pilates to increase her strength and healthy lifestyle, and her passion for fitness grew quickly.
Ashley received her teaching certification in barre and while researching additional certifications was introduced to the Lagree Method and Coastal Core Fitness. After she found Lagree she knew she found the perfect challenge for mind and body! She's thrilled to introduce others to the workout and bring the heat to Belmar!
Lawrence Zucconi
Instructor
Lawrence is a sports enthusiast. At the top of his list are hockey, basketball and snowboarding. His passion for athletics inspired him to become a Certified Personal Trainer and Functional Movement Specialist.
Throughout the years Lawrence has tried numerous workouts, but Lagree Fitness challenged him both mentally and physically like never before. It only took one 45-minute session on the Megaformer to convince Lawrence that Lagree is where it's at. The Megaformer allows him to maximize performance while ensuring the saftey of his joints; in addition to staying "functional" through exercises that mimic everyday movements.
Molly Solebello
Instructor
After teaching reformer Pilates in Washington, DC for 6 years, Molly moved to the Jersey Shore in November 2017 looking for a similar workout. She quickly fell in love with the Coastal Core studio, instructors, and how effective the Lagree method is. She’s been taking classes religiously ever since and has seen a change in her body that no other workout has given her in just 3-4 45 minute workouts a week. Molly is so excited to bring her Pilates background to the Megaformer and challenge clients in a whole new way!
Carli Figlio
Instructor
Carli has been involved with college athletics at the highest level as both a player and now a Head Coach at Monmouth University, a division one program. Her teams are nationally ranked with fitness at the forefront.
She has been involved with fitness for over 15 years and fell in love with the Lagree physiology. What she loves most is NOT only the physical challenge, BUT the mental aspect of the Method. Lagree is the most beneficial and intense workout she's found, but is still low impact on her body. The results she found were immediate and inspired her to become Lagree certified in 2018.
Diane Ferrara
Instructor
Diane Ferrara, is an entrepreneur, health & fitness coach, dancer and performer, and a personal development junkie. Her mission in life is to empower people to be happy, healthy, and stronger versions of themselves- especially on the MEGA!
Diane found Lagree on a trip to LA in 2016 and immediately fell in love! Her obsession with the burn, the shakes, and the fact that it was all low impact on her body, created a desire to become an instructor. She began teaching in 2017 and is excited to bring her teaching experience to the Jersey Shore. You can expect good vibes, good beats, and big FUN in her class!
Missy Borodunovich
Master Instructor
Growing up as a competitive dancer, Missy has always found passion and joy in movement and fitness. She spent 15 years as a fitness instructor — beginning as a NASM certified personal trainer in Arlington, VA at the age of nineteen and ultimatey acquiring certifications in spin, CrossFit, yoga, pilates and LAGREE.
Once she met the MEGA, she was immediately hooked because of the immediate challenge, how quickly she felt increased strength, and saw physical results. Missy is excited to bring her fun personality, fitness expertise, and upbeat playlists to the Coastal Core community! Get ready to shake and sweat with this Super Lunge lovin’ mega babe!
Lauren Schuster
Instructor
Lauren attended Rowan University and earned a degree in Health Promotion & Fitness Management. During her college years she started teaching group exercise. She currently holds certifications in Maddog Spinning, CPR/AED & most excitingly - Lagree!
Lauren found Lagree Fitness in 2017 when her second child was just under a year old. After taking 1 class at Coastal Core, she was hooked on the Lagree Method. There are so many things to love about the MEGA - the full body workout, how quickly time passes, and the ability to be laser focused on your individual workout while still feeling the energy of a class setting. Lauren is very excited to be a part of the Coastal team and spread the Lagree Love!
Emily Olman
Instructor
Born and raised on the Jersey Shore, Emily has been dancing since the age of 4. After being diagnosed with arthritis at the age of 14 she was introduced to Pilates as a way of relearning how to move and ultimately saving her dance career. She went on to major in dance receiving her BA in dance with Honors from Georgian Court University.
After graduating, Emily was introduced to Lagree at Coastal Core by her friend and Pilates Instructor. She instantly fell in love with the constant challenge it brings to the table. The low impact style and options to modify has allowed Emily to continue to build muscle and endurance through various dance injuries including those in her back and shoulder; something she never thought was possible before trying Lagree. Emily continues to train in dance in NYC and has found that her technique and flexibility is stronger now than ever before thanks to Lagree.
December of 2019 she was certified and marked 3 years of training with so many more to look forward to! Emily can’t wait to meet you on the Mega!
Tori Johnson
Instructor
As a dancer, yoga instructor and lover of all aspects of fitness, Tori randomly stumbled upon Coastal Core where she was introduced to the Lagree method. She immediately fell in love with the unique and challenging nature of the Mega and very quickly Coastal Core felt like home. Tori has been exposed to various fitness methods through her active lifestyle. She firmly believes that the Lagree Method is the most effective by far and truly has the power to transform one’s mind and body. The clarity, strength, flexibility and endurance that Lagree has given Tori is why she is so passionate about spreading her knowledge to others. Certified in the Lagree Method in 2019, her main goal is to make others fall as hard for the MEGA as she has.
Tom Noone
Master Instructor
Tom's fun loving, free spirit led him to the world of group fitness. Tom's love of fitness started when he chose to change his life's path and found yoga at age 30. He's always been open to new experiences, and with a nudge from a friend, he tried out Coastal Core Fitness. This game changing method transformed his body as well as his mind. "Who doesn't love a workout that the stronger you get the harder it becomes?!?!" Tom was certified in Lagree in 2018 while simultaneously completing his YT200. Tom loves helping people tap into their inner strength so that they can crush their goals!!!
Lisa Lucarelli
Instructor
Lisa is a yoga teacher who fell in love with the Mega! Lisa left the office life back in 2013 and rediscovered her love for yoga. In 2015, she received her 200 hour yoga certification from Younique Yoga to teach hot vinyasa. The more she practiced she realized her personal workout was lacking something. A friend introduced her to the Mega and she never looked back. The Lagree Method™ connected with her soul and she found the incredible balance of yoga and Lagree. In 2019 she signed on for certification! She loves the mind/body connection and the ability to find strength in your breath. Expect to laugh, have fun and not take yourself too seriously in a "Lisa" class. And if she's not at Coastal you can find her at Younique Yoga, or Basque Hot Yoga.