530 86th Street 3rd Floor
Loft, Brooklyn, NY 11209

530 86th Street 3rd Floor Loft, Brooklyn, NY 11209

About Us

Everything you’ll need to transform, under one roof.

Who Are We

Established in 2014, Alana Life & Fitness is your one stop private Women’s Only transformation center.

We build programs around members’ lifestyles, and provide a positive and empowering women’s only culture that is second to none.

We get results while making members feel a part of something bigger. Let us show you how we get down!

Our A-Team of trainers can fit any training style or preference, as each trainer has their own unique style & skillset.

OWNERS

Michelle Beyer and Sara Suleiman

Michelle Beyer and Sara Suleiman Only in the vibrant melting pot of New York City could a partnership like this come to life.

With completely different backgrounds and life experiences, Sara and Michelle have united as the dedicated stewards of Alana Life & Fitness, Brooklyn’s only women’s health club.

Their diverse perspectives are reflected in the club’s wide-ranging offerings, designed to meet the needs of women from all walks of life and at every stage.

Sara and Michelle take pride in creating a private, supportive, and inspiring environment where all women can flourish and embrace a wellness routine tailored to them.

TRANSFORMATION EXPERTS

Meet Our Transformation Experts

Our trainers are experienced and specialize in helping women in every stage of life and ability. Meet our team below!

Karolina Amelanczuk

Karolina began her fitness journey by overcoming her initial fear of weights and shifting her focus from just being skinny to becoming strong.

She learned through experience that strength training not only transformed her physique but also made her mentally stronger.

After realizing the importance of nutrition and how you can't out-train a bad diet, she pursued a certification in nutrition.

Her dedication to fitness led her to compete in bodybuilding, where she has placed among the top competitors.

Karolina specializes in weight training, nutrition coaching, endurance, kickboxing, and more. One thing is certain, women that train with Karolina keep coming back year after year as she helps them stay motivated and continue to improve.

With nearly a decade of experience, Karolina has been a trainer with Alana Life & Fitness for 9 years, almost since its inception 10.5 years ago, making her an expert trainer at Alana.

She is passionate about self-improvement and now uses her knowledge to help others become the best versions of themselves. Her philosophy is simple: "I do what I love, and I love what I do. Every day is a blessing for me."Karolina Amelanczuk"

Sharissa Reichert

Sharissa Reichert is a Master Personal Trainer and Positive Aging Coach who is passionate about creating a supportive and caring environment for her clients.

She believes that with the right guidance and encouragement, anyone can push their limits and achieve what once seemed impossible.

Specializing in training the senior population, Sharissa has a unique ability to tailor workouts to individual needs, whether it’s working around injuries or helping clients regain confidence after joint replacements—an experience she understands personally, having undergone one herself.

Nancy Golike

Nancy Golike is a master trainer teaching pilates and functional movement in the greater New York City area for over 20 years. She began studying Pilates while receiving her MFA in Dance from Temple University, and subsequently came under the private tutelage of Teacher of Teachers, Karen H. Carlson.

She soon began teaching private clients at Ms. Carlson’s studio and was certified in 2004 by her Advanced Apprenticeship Teacher Training Program.

In addition to developing and maintaining a large private clientele, Nancy has taught group classes in college dance departments, gyms, wellness centers, and yoga studios, and has also developed workshops on pilates from movement and functional perspectives for advanced students and teachers, as well as teacher training seminars.

Her current teaching homes are in a Manhattan based Pilates Studio, as well as Alana Life & Fitness in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, where she started a transformative program called Functional Pilates, designed for movers of all levels.

Nancy has made remarkable impacts through her Functional Pilates program at Alana Life & Fitness.

She helped a member in physical therapy for a frozen shoulder regain significant mobility by her third session, and another member with balance issues and a fear of falling was able to leave her walking cane behind.

Nancy’s unique program has even helped the owners of Alana Life & Fitness transform their posture by restacking and aligning their bodies, alleviating recurring body pain caused by imbalanced muscles.

Movement in its highest function is the focus of Nancy’s teaching practice. Working from the perspective of kinesiology, biomechanics, and functional anatomy, she utilizes pilates and other movement systems as frameworks to facilitate neuromuscular re-patterning, sound structural organization, and free and efficient movement.

Nancy trains professional performers from many fields in performance enhancement, works with fellow instructors and bodyworkers on refinement and expansion of their own movement practice, and helps fitness clients gain strength and mobility.

Sasha Stankevich

A passionate fitness professional, Sasha brings a wealth of experience to Alana Life & Fitness, having formerly owned her own fitness studio in Belarus.

Active by nature, she enjoys running, hiking, rock climbing, and rucking, and she can’t imagine life without exercise.

Since starting as a fitness instructor in 2016, Sasha has found her true calling in helping others achieve their fitness goals.

She is also a qualified OCR (Obstacle Course Racing) athlete, having competed in numerous European competitions, placing in several, and even participating in the OCR World Championships twice.

With her boundless energy and love for meeting new people, Sasha is highly motivated to inspire her clients. Her motto? “Move, so you don’t get rusty!”

Onna Lo

Onna is a dedicated Yoga instructor and Personal Trainer at Alana Life & Fitness, with additional certifications in pre- and post-natal exercise as well as TRX.

She believes that yoga offers a path to inner peace and balance amidst the chaos of daily life.

Onna emphasizes the importance of exercise for reducing the risk of disease, promoting long-term health, and building self-confidence.

Known throughout the club for her keen attention to form and her ability to help clients develop a strong core, she brings a holistic approach to fitness.

Whether through yoga or strength training, Onna aims to help her clients achieve balance, strength, and confidence in every session.

Michelle Beyer

Michelle Beyer, a Zumba instructor, wellness coach, and dance enthusiast and small business owner.

With over a decade of experience as a dance trainer, Zumba instructor and Wellness coach, Michelle's passion for inspiring others to have fun, relieve stress, and prioritize their health shines through in every class.

Her infectious energy and expertise in dance make her classes a dynamic and enjoyable experience for all.

Michelle's classes have been described as “healing”, “transformative”, and “a journey of self-discovery”.

She believes in the power of dance to uplift and inspire, and she is always excited to welcome new participants into her classes.

Join Michelle and experience the joy, confidence, and transformative effects of her Zumba classes, as you embark on a fitness journey that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and invigorated.

Moina Sidwell

Moina is a highly experienced performer and Classical Pilates Reformer Trainer with over 18 years of teaching experience.

She brings a deep understanding of movement, body awareness, and strength-building to her sessions, drawing from her extensive background in dance and performance.

Moina holds an MFA in Performance and Interactive Media Art from Brooklyn College and a BFA in Dance from George Mason University.

Her certification in the classical pilates method is from Core Pilates NYC. Her movement expertise has been honed over decades as a professional performer, choreographer, and international touring artist. She has trained clients of all levels, helping them develop strength, flexibility, and confidence through Pilates, functional training, and creative movement techniques.

Passionate about empowering individuals through movement, Moina is dedicated to making fitness both effective and enjoyable. Whether leading dynamic group classes, Burlesque workshops or working with clients one-on-one, she focuses on building core strength, improving mobility, and enhancing overall body awareness and acceptance.

She believes that movement is for everyone and strives to create an inclusive, engaging, and supportive environment in every session.

When she’s not training, Moina continues to perform and create interdisciplinary multimedia dance theater in NYC and continues to tour globally, blending her love of movement with her artistic expression.