Bradenton Country Club

Kim’s educational background include a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Commercial Recreation (UF), a B.S. in Physical Education (USF) and a Master's in Education (NLU).  She has a sports nutrition  certification as well as personal training certifications with ACE and AFAA.  Her fitness experience include running (Boston marathon in 4/06, Disney marathon in 1/05), weight training, volleyball, racquetball, and kayaking.  Kim has been personal training at BCC since July 1999.  She exudes positive energy and enjoys motivating others to reach their personal fitness goals.
Kim grew up in Bradenton and at BCC.  Her parents are members, Dr. and Mrs. Chet Baran.  She is married to Dwight Thomas, a developer in Sarasota, and has two boys, Matthew (13 yrs.) and Chris (9 yrs.).  "Fitness has ALWAYS been a part of my life.  As Fitness Director, I hope to share my enthusiasm and make fitness a part of EVERYONE's life."

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