Employee Bios

Michael Cox  -  Club Manager

Born and raised in New Jersey, I moved to Florida in April 2017 with 5 years of fitness industry experience. An active & healthy lifestyle was implemented at a young age and became a passion shortly thereafter. I played 3 different sports starting at the age of 5 through my senior year of high school, and am a diehard New York Yankees fan! After receiving a degree from Wilmington University in Media Art & Design, I decided to instead follow my heart and pursue a career in the fitness industry. I joined the Bailey’s Team in April 2017 as a Manager Trainee and was promoted to Gym Manager in April 2018. A “home away from home” experience is what I aim to provide for our members and I look forward to continue growing my passion with Bailey’s!

Email Mike at: mikecox@baileysgym.com

Donna Vona - Director of Group Fitness

Donna has been teaching Group Fitness classes since 1991. She is Certified by AFAA in Group Fitness and Personal Training. Donna is also certified by TRX, Schwinn Indoor Cycling, Zumba, and YogaFit. Donna teaches various formats of Group Fitness classes as well as coaching small group trainings. She is currently working on obtaining the Performance Enhancement Specialist certification through NASM.

Email Donna at: donnavona@baileysgym.com

Kevin Clark  -  Fitness Consultant

Kevin J. Clark Joined the Baileys Team in March 2014. Kevin has an extensive background in Health and Nutrition. After graduating Norfolk State University with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Physical Education and a Minor in Elementary Education. Kevin is a U.S Army Veteran retired as a Major after 21 years.

In 2001, Coach Clark assisted in developing the start of Edward Waters College Tigers Football program. In 2004, 2007 and 2008 the Tigers were SEAC Conference Champs with an 8-3 record. In 2007, Kevin was selected Head Coach of the Edward Waters College Tigers program and selected 2007 and 2008 Conference Coach of the year.

Under his coaching leadership at Edward Waters College, there were six NAIA Academic All American and 23 Scholar athletes with a GPA average of 3.0 or above. Kevin finds his joy in coaching and developing. He is now happy to help our members reach their fitness goals with his passion in fitness.

Email Kevin at:  kevinclark@baileysgym.com

Arianna Hamilton  -  Fitness Consultant

Arianna joined Bailey's in 2016 as a Fitness Consultant. Arianna's fitness interest comes from her experience as a competitive cheerleader and weightlifter in high school. Her personal mission is fostering fitness accountability and encouraging other's to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Arianna is currently attending Florida State College at Jacksonville where she is pursuing studies in Radiology Technology. Arianna also enjoys cheering on her favorite football teams, the Pittsburgh Steelers and the University of Alabama.

Email Arianna at:  ariannahamilton@baileysgym.com

Alyssa Elder - Fitness Consultant

Alyssa has been a member with Bailey's since September 2012, and joined the Bailey's team in August 2014 as a Cashier. Alyssa is a native of Jacksonville and plans to study dental hygiene beginning in the spring of 2018. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys spending time with her family, working out and baking.

Email Alyssa at:  alyssaelder@baileysgym.com

Kyle Dzina  -  Fitness Consultant

Locals, my name is Kyle and I'm a Jacksonville native, born and raised! I grew up in a household of technology and learned a lot about computers at a really young age. I love to play instruments and write music. When I'm not doing that, I enjoy health and fitness related activities. I started working out in late 2016 when I was at my highest weight. I've worked hard to trim it off, with a goal to never go back to that weight! I've also been a Special Olympics Coach/Volunteer for over six years. I really enjoy helping others and Bailey's has given the opportunity to do exactly that!

Email Kyle at: kyledzina@baileysgym.com

Neil Krause  -  Fitness Consultant

I've thoroughly enjoyed coming to, and working for Bailey's since 2003. I admire the amount of effort they put into hiring quality staff employees. It was the staff here that helped me get started and it was the staff that inspired me to pursue a career in fitness. I feel that if you can make a positive impact on a person so they keep coming back to the gym and keep achieving their fitness goals, you're truly doing your part in helping people live better lives. The people I work with and the members I encounter every day create a great positive atmosphere that makes it fun and rewarding to come to work! I also have a career in professional wrestling that I've had the privilege to lead over the last 16 years. Anyone who knows me well knows there has never been a moment of my life that pro wrestling wasn't what I wanted to do. I've wrestled all over the U.S and also in Mexico and Puerto Rico. I've held over 30 titles and my finishing move is called the "Job Opening" because when I use it, they're gonna have to replace you! My goals in life are to have successful careers in fitness and in professional wrestling, so in many ways I can say I'm living the dream!

Email Neil at:  neilkrause@baileysgym.com

Kayla Jackson  -  Cashier

Kayla was born and raised in eastern North Carolina, and moved to Jacksonville just over 4 years ago. Kayla grew up playing a multitude of different sports such as soccer, competitive dance, cheerleading and weightlifting. She really took off with her strength training journey in the spring of 2018, and has enjoyed motivating others along the way. In her free time, Kayla loves to take her two boys to play at the beach, watch movies, and travel.

Email Kayla at: kaylanjackson@baileysgym.com

Dominique Lewis - Play Area Attendent

My name is Dominique Lewis and I was born in Red Bank NJ, but moved to Jacksonville when I was 6 years old. Volunteering at a local summer camp in 2017 and working with my nieces and nephew showed me that I work best with children, and I enjoy seeing them have fun. My long term goals include going back to school to study science.

Tiffany White - Play Area Attendent

My name is Tiffany White and I recently moved to Jacksonville from Savannah, Georgia. I have been a stay-at-home Mom for quite some time, but now that my son is in school I am happy to be working again, and working for Bailey's! I love getting to play with, and have fun with the children; the joy on their faces makes the job rewarding!

Imani Alexander - Play Area Attendent

Hello, my name is Imani and I recently joined the Bailey's team in April 2019! I enjoy working with today's youth as I am a happy mother of six wonderful children. During my free time I enjoy traveling, knitting and spending time with my family.

Takiea Key - Cleaner

Hello, my name is Tykiea but you can call me Ty. I began my journey with Bailey's in December 2018. I bring with me 4 years of cleaning experience and can assure you that when you visit our Northside location, you will walk into the cleanest, safest health club in town!

Lucille McCoy - Cleaner

Hi there, I'm Lucille and I have been a part of the Bailey's family since 2006! Our members have made it a delight to come to work all these years and I enjoy what I do. Outside of work I am a proud mother of 1, and grandmother of 2. I have a passion for Harley motorcycles and enjoy cheering on my favorite sports team, the New England Patriots!

Mike Evans  -  Sweat PT Manager

Mike Evans, our Sweat PT Manager at our Northside location, has been a fitness professional for over 8 years and takes pride in touching clients lives through training and educating them on fitness. He is ISSA and ASFA certified. His specialties include helping his clients in positively changing body composition, gaining muscle mass, sports performance and building confidence. His favorite quote is "All fixed set patterns are incapable of adaptability or pliability. The truth is outside of all fixed patterns." -Bruce Lee

Email Mike at: mevans@sweatpt.com