Meet the Founder

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After years as a stand out instructor at Equinox, Core40 and Barry’s San Francisco, Gabrielle De Nigris is launching the first Salt Studios in Chattanooga, TN. Known for her disciplined programming, inspirational coaching, and community oriented classes, Salt Studios was created to offer a more refined and energetic approach to strength and athletic training — one that prioritizes a music driven experience, a highly effective workout, and the mind/body connection.

Our Instructors

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Courtney Carlino

Courtney is a wife, mother, and lover of all things fitness. She turned her passion for movement and helping others into a career as a personal trainer — and hasn’t looked back since. Courtney’s specialty is lower body training, and she brings relentless encouragement while pushing you to your absolute limit on the floor. She believes circadian health is the foundation of true vitality, and you’ll never catch her missing a sunrise. @Courtneycarlino

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Holland Collett

Holland grew up in an active family and found her love for movement early — but it was during college in Charleston that group fitness truly clicked. Drawn to the energy of working hard alongside others, she fell in love with the community and connection that fitness creates. Holland brings high energy, motivating coaching, and fire playlists to every class. She prides herself on keeping the energy high and the music even better — her Spotify stats speak for themselves. @Holland.Collett

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Javy Zuniga

Javier “Javy”, originally from Jasper, Georgia, moved to Chattanooga in 2019 and turned his personal fitness journey into a passion for helping others build confidence, strength, and healthy habits. Known for his high-energy approach and thorough instruction, Javy brings both motivation and passion to every class. Outside the gym, he enjoys strength training, jiu-jitsu, mountain biking, and spending time with his fiancé, and his pets. @Javyz17

Interested in becoming an instructor at Salt Studios?

Send your resume to the location you're applying for:
→ Chattanooga: chattanooga@saltstudios.co