By The Spiral Staircase
The Team
Who We Are
AISSA McGuirl
Physical Therapist | Personal trainer | Pelvic Floor Specialist
My name is Aissa McGuirl. I am from a small town in Connecticut. I just moved to Florida a few years ago to be outside everyday. I have played sports all throughout my entire life, and have alway been in love with movement and how the body works.
I received my Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Hartford in 2017. Throughout grad school I worked in the fitness setting and got my Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification. As a full time grad student, I worked as a group exercise instructor and personal trainer while trained myself. Even with all the stuff I knew about the body, the medical feild, and fitness, I suffered from multiple unexplained injuries and illnesses. I did not take any diagnosis as the answer. Over the years I have dove further and further into the body to understand the “why’s” and “how’s” at the deepest level to effect the big picture.
I’ve found the body is so amazing if you just give it what it needs: proper food, exercise, and habits based on your individual differences. I have taken continuing education courses on: craniosacral therapy, overuse injuries, manual therapy, dry needling, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, biomechanics, nutrition, myofasical patterns, gait, postural restoration, and so many more.
When I had my daughter in 2021 I learned the hard way of what not to do after a baby. I dove further into how the process of growing a baby changes your body through courses in pelvic floor physical therapy, pregnancy and postpartum rehabilitation, and received my pregnancy and postpartum exercise specialist certification. Combining all the education I’ve developed a system to help your body recover to feel “you” again, and build to feel even better.
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SAM HEUMANN FREED
Fitness Trainer| Pre/Postnatal Specialist
Pre/postnatal Specialist | Stroller Sculpt | PCES, Barre, Pilates, Kines
As a new mom and certified pregnancy and postpartum trainer, she brings over a decade of fitness expertise to the table. With a degree in Kinesiology, Sam seamlessly blended her love for fitness with her career in tech sales, juggling personal training on weekends and teaching Barre classes before and after work.
When the pandemic hit, Sam pivoted her passion online, creating "Barre Class for a Cause," a virtual fitness initiative raising funds for non-profits. This sparked the idea for her own online studio, Humanlywell, offering personal training, group classes, and innovative corporate wellness programs.
During her own pregnancy journey, Sam noticed a gap in safe and energizing workouts. Determined to fill this void, she pursued additional certifications in pre-postnatal fitness and corrective exercise. Drawing from her expertise, she crafted a specialized class called Stroller Sculpt, as well as an online program to empower new and expecting mamas to build strength safely and effectively, ensuring they feel supported, strong, and empowered every step of the way.
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CAROLINE STROGIS
Fitness Trainer | Personal & Group Training
My name is Caroline Strogis. I have been a NASM-certified personal trainer for 10 years, and am a certified nutrition coach and performance enhancement specialist as well. I also studied health education at the University of Florida. Go Gators!
After playing soccer my entire life, I knew how much I loved being an athlete and pushing my body. When I stopped playing soccer going into college, I realized I needed to do something else to maintain the level of fitness I was used to. I got into weightlifting and was hooked.
During college, I started 1:1 personal training at a small gym in downtown Gainesville. I also started a boot camp called Sorority Strong where I put groups of girls from UF through circuit-style workout classes. Post-grad, I always pursued fitness on the side of my full-time job. I coached Orangetheory and F45 for five years.
I am so excited that I now get to work in fitness full-time. I love to help others learn to love the gym like I do. My goal is to help women go into the gym confidently and leave feeling accomplished and strong.
My favorite things other than the gym: my french bulldog Blue, cheering for the Gators, sushi, iced coffee, and being in the sun.
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MICHAELA KLIMEK
Pilates Instructor
My name is Michaela Klimek. I have a strong passion for anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, dance and movement. I believe that movement is medicine. These passions combined led me to become a 500 hour fully comprehensive certified Pilates instructor.
I grew up in the Suburbs of Chicago where I devoted my life to dancing. I became a professional performer and dancer at a very young age, and this passion for movement carried me into adulthood. I moved to Tampa in 2012 where I earned my BS in Allied Health with a concentration in physical therapy sciences. I continued to dance professionally, and cheered in the NFL for five wonderful seasons where I was a team captain for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders. In 2018, I decided to pursue my Pilates certification, and I haven’t looked back since.
Pilates combines functional movement with choreography, while maintaining poise and strength. Pilates is ideal for every body, and I feel strongly about connecting the world of fitness and functional movement to make you feel and move better in your day to day life. In a world that is constantly trying to fold us forward between texting, typing, driving, and feeding babies, I like to focus on strengthening the core and the posterior chain to counteract everything that lies in front of us. As a new Mom, this is so important to me, and I love spreading my love and knowledge for Pilates even more than before. My goal is to have you leave your Pilates session feeling better than when you walked in. Movement is a privilege, and we should thank and embrace our bodies for all they do for us no matter what stage of life we are in.
When I’m not teaching Pilates, you can find me making floral arrangements and embracing my new title as “Mama” to my sweet baby boy.
I am beyond excited to be part of wellness team at the Spiral Staircase in Tampa. I can’t wait to move with you on the mat or the reformer!
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BRITTANY LUDWISZEWSKI
COO & Director of Wellness
At our core, we're driven by your progress. For over a decade, we've delved deep into the realms of wellness, exploring everything from advanced massage therapy and effective injury rehabilitation techniques to understanding the intricate neurological connections between mental health and the physical body. Witnessing the transformative journey of our clients towards peak performance and well-being fuels our passion like nothing else.
Our journey began in the specialized fields of pain management and sports therapy, where we dedicated years to honing our craft, working closely with esteemed professionals across various disciplines, including NFL and MLS athletes, as well as Olympic gold medalists. Central to our therapeutic approach is the belief that true wellness encompasses more than just physical health—it's about fostering sustainable emotional and mental balance alongside.
As our practice expanded, so did our thirst for knowledge. Today, we boast an extensive repertoire of over 40 licenses and certifications spanning every facet of wellness, from nutrition coaching to manual therapy, pain management, physical training, and curriculum development. Our commitment to continuous learning has taken us to prestigious institutions like John Hopkins University, where we've had the privilege of collaborating with world-renowned experts and researchers, enriching our understanding and expertise.
Our journey doesn't end there. We're committed to evolving alongside the ever-changing landscape of wellness, ensuring that we're equipped with the latest knowledge and skills to serve you better. With our diverse background and wealth of experience, we're equipped to address your needs comprehensively, offering relief from physical discomfort, guidance in achieving fitness and nutrition goals, and empowering you with sustainable lifestyle solutions.
Your wellness isn't just a goal—it's our collective mission, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
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