Staff Directory for River Crossing YMCA

Megan Maloney serves the Doylestown community and brings a dynamic approach to fitness, incorporating kettlebell training and efficient, multitasking workouts that maximize results. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Drexel University and is passionate about helping clients make the most of their time while working toward their fitness goals.

Certifications: 

BS Business Administration, Drexel University

Cathy Manning serves the Doylestown community and brings more than 40 years of experience in the fitness industry. She is AAAI/ISMA certified in personal training, group fitness, older adult fitness, aqua instruction, and sports nutrition. Cathy is also a SilverSneakers and THRIVE Cancer Wellness Lead Trainer. A former college lacrosse champion and lifelong sports enthusiast, she is passionate about helping individuals of all ages stay active, strong, and engaged in their wellness journey.

Certifications: 

AAAI/ISMA Certified in personal training
 

Nicole Martorella serves the Doylestown and Warminster communities and holds a Master’s in Exercise Science. She is an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist and NASE Certified Sports Nutrition Specialist. With a background in developing exercise and nutrition programs in mental health and substance abuse settings, Nicole takes a thoughtful, holistic approach to wellness. She is passionate about empowering others to build a positive relationship with exercise, and to support overall well being of the body, mind and soul.

Certifications: 

M.S. Exercise Science, ACSM-EP, NASE-CSS

Rebekah Massey has been dancing since the age of three.  She studied under Eileen Mahoney Coombs, at Eileen’s Academy of Dance.  She danced for six years at Sesame Place, where she traveled in the United States and performed as the character Bert.  She continued her love of dance at Moravian College where she pursued a bachelor of arts in Psychology and certification in Elementary Education.  While attending Moravian, she participated in the MC Dancers and was President of the organization her senior year.  After graduating and moving to Doylestown, Rebekah taught second grade in the Upper Dublin School District and taught dance at local dance studios.  She has been teaching dance at the YMCA for eight years and loves being an active member of her community, where she lives with her husband and six children. 

Kristen has been with the YMCA since 2014. Her YMCA story started as a parent when her son attended childcare at our Forks Education Center. Kristen loved the welcoming and family atmosphere that the YMCA has to offer. When she noticed that there was a position available in the center she happily applied.
 

Kristen started in a part time position working in the kitchen at our Forks Education Center. Her love of helping others, the YMCA’s mission, dedication, and learning new things took her too many different opportunities within the YMCA. Some different roles Kristen has had within the YMCA are billing registrar, maintenance manager, kitchen manger, assistant childcare director, overseeing the scholarship program, WOW center, and more. Kristen has also been involved in many different committees the YMCA has to offer including staff satisfaction, fundraising, PTA, Gala, overseeing collections for those in need, community events, and more. Kristen really enjoys getting to know our members, taking time to make sure they are heard, and assisting in any way needed. When Kristen worked in the branch our families knew she always had an open door policy and they were welcome to come in for a chat at any time. One of Kristen’s all-time favorites is collecting food and gifts for those in need during the holidays.
 

Kristen resides in Nazareth PA with her husband, her son Logan, 2 dogs, and a turtle. Outside of work hours Kristen enjoys spending time with her family. Most days are spent on a field or court watching her son play sports.
 

Kristen is so thankful to be a part of such an amazing organization that truly makes a difference in our communities and is ready to assist you with anything you may need. 

 

Travis McCarter serves the Deer Path, Bethlehem, and Allentown communities as a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with a passion for strength training, performance, and sustainable fitness. Drawing inspiration from powerlifting and functional training principles, he helps members improve strength, endurance, and overall confidence in and outside of the gym.

Certifications & Specialties:

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

• Strength training and body recomposition coaching for beginner and intermediate clients

• Focused on building confidence, accountability, and long-term lifestyle change through personalized fitness programs

April McCaughey has 10 years of service at the YMCA, she brings a deep commitment to the organization’s mission of strengthening communities. She began her journey with the Fairless Hills Y in a part-time membership role and quickly developed a passion for helping members feel welcomed, supported, and connected.
 

For the past six years, she has been an integral part of the WOW Center (Call Center), where she continues to provide exceptional service and support to members across the association. Over time, her dedication to the YMCA’s mission inspired her to pursue opportunities to serve the community in a more full-time capacity.
 

She also brings more than 24 years of high-end customer service experience, along with a background in self-marketing, promotion, and networking since 2013. In addition, she has been a licensed esthetician since 2005, which further reflects her commitment to helping others feel their best.
 

She lives in Lower Bucks County with her husband and their dog. Now empty nesters, they enjoy cheering on their son and daughter as they build lives of their own. She truly enjoys connecting with members and finds fulfillment in helping support and strengthen the community the YMCA serves.
 

Megan McCuen is a dedicated fitness professional serving the Quakertown community with a passion for helping members of all ages build strength, confidence and healthy habits. She holds an AFAA Personal Trainer Certification and is an AAAI Kids and Teen Fitness Instructor, allowing her to support youth in developing safe, age appropriate fitness skills.

Megan is also SilverSneakers® certified in MSROM, Cardio Circuit and Splash, bringing specialized expertise in muscular strength, range of motion, cardio conditioning and aquatic fitness for active older adults. Her welcoming approach and commitment to individualized support help members feel comfortable, capable and motivated at every stage of their wellness journey.

Certifications: 

AFAA Personal Trainer Certification
AAAI Kids and Teen Fitness Instructor
SilverSneakers® MSROM (Muscular Strength and Range of Motion), Cardio Circuit, Splash certified

Enid McDonough serves the Doylestown and Warminster communities with a personalized and encouraging approach to wellness. She is an ACTION Certified Personal Trainer and Wellness Coach who specializes in weight loss and individualized fitness journeys. Enid is passionate about empowering clients to celebrate daily progress and build sustainable habits that support long-term health and confidence.

Certifications: 

ACTION Certified Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach

Crystal Messer began her YMCA career in 2007 as Assistant Childcare Director at the Bethlehem YMCA. She has held various leadership roles across the Greater Valley YMCA, including Branch Director and VP of Childcare. Crystal has been instrumental in expanding youth development programs, including Pre-K Counts and Infant Toddler Contracted Slots, to improve early childhood education. She holds a degree in Elementary Education with a math concentration from York College of Pennsylvania. Originally from New Jersey, Crystal has lived in the Lehigh Valley since 2007 with her husband and two sons.

Bethany is a former competitive club gymnast at Silvia's Gymnastics who earned an Athletic Scholarship to the University of Bridgeport for their Division 2 gymnastics program. She was a beam specialist who was part of the 2014 team who won UB's sixth consecutive USAG National Gymnastics Title. At UB, she also received her bachelors in health science and went on to graduate school at Drexel University to earn a Masters of Science in Human Nutrition. Throughout undergrad and grad school, she was a gymnastics coach at various gyms in CT, as well as Liberty Bell Athletics (formerly Montco Gym) in Montgomery County, PA. During her time at Liberty Bell, she was the head coach of the level 6-7 gymnastics team. Bethany began coaching at YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties in January of 2021. Bethany is currently a registered dietitian. 

After growing up at the Doylestown YMCA through youth and teen programs, Maddy Moore began her Y career as a camp counselor. Her passion for youth development and the Y mission led her to become Director of Sports and Teens at the Doylestown Y. She now proudly serves as Branch Executive of the Warminster YMCA.

Maddy holds a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Springfield College and a BA in English from West Chester University, where she played on the Women’s Volleyball Team. She resides in Doylestown, PA and is excited to continue growing her career at the YMCA.

Kymm Phibbs serves the Doylestown community and holds multiple NASM specializations, including Performance Enhancement Specialist, Youth Exercise Specialist, and Corrective Exercise Specialist. She is dedicated to helping clients improve performance, move safely and build strength through targeted, individualized training programs.

Certifications: 

NASM certified, Performance Enhancement Specialist
NASM certified, Youth Exercise Specialist
 

Amanda Pinili was born in Indiana and began dancing at the Conservatory of Dance in their student company.  She then pursued her BFA in Dance at Western Michigan University.  After graduating she moved to NYC.  She was a full company member for Dance Cat-Alyst and Syncopated City.  She also had the pleasure of performing for Hallo-Hallo Inc, The Construction Company, Ellen Strokes Shadle, Erin Malley and Malleable Dance Theater, Amy Adams, Jamie Dowd, and RFX Swing.  While living in Brooklyn she taught at Cobble Hill Ballet and Cynthia Kings Dance Studio for 9 years. Since moving to PA with her husband and 3 kids she has had the pleasure of teaching at the YMCA and other various schools in Bucks County.

Melanie Poirier’s journey with the YMCA began in her childhood, attending school age care and summer camp in North Jersey. She started her Y career in 2004 as a camp counselor at the Wyckoff Family YMCA and joined the Bethlehem Branch in 2018. Over the years, she has held many roles, including teacher, camp director, SACC supervisor, director of child development, and now serves as branch director. Melanie holds a B.S. in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from the University of Scranton. Passionate about helping others find their place at the Y, she lives in Warren County, NJ with her husband.

Paul Rafalowski is a Certified Personal Trainer and Weight Loss Specialist with a mission and purpose to help people lose weight and get startedin their personalized fitness program. Having achieved and maintained a weight loss of more than 85 lbs. for over a decade, his passion is to help others. 

Paul's high weight experience better enables him to understand the many challenges and issues related to obesity. More importantly, he is helping individuals lose weight, reduce body fat, increase muscle mass as well as improve their overall health. 

Currently he is working with participants in the YMCA's Healthy Lifestyles and Heart Strong programs and personal clients.

Paul trains at the Doylestown branch. 

Dana Resente serves the Doylestown community and is both a NASM and NCSF Certified Personal Trainer. She is an advanced instructor for Les Mills Tone, Sh’Bam, and BodyJam, and also teaches BodyPump, Les Mills Core, and BodyAttack. Dana is SilverSneakers certified and a NASM Senior Fitness Specialist, with a strong passion for helping individuals of all ages stay active, strong and confident through engaging and effective fitness programs.

Certifications: 

NASM and NCSF Certified Personal Trainer

Caitlyn is a former Y gymnast for twelve years, joining our coaching staff in 2018. In addition to coaching at the Y she coached at Centre Elite Gymnastics while she was in college. She is a Penn State University graduate with a degree in BioBehavioral Health and is currently working on her masters degree at Lehigh University.  In the spring of 2025 she took over the role of Head Coach.   She is CPR,  First Aid certified, Safesport, Youth Mental Health First Aid USA Certified.

Lisa Rogers is a personal trainer serving Fairless Hills and Newtown who specializes in functional training, cycling, and group fitness for all ages. She combines TRX, cycling, and Silver Sneakers programming to help clients improve strength, mobility, and overall wellness.

Certifications: 

SCW Certified Personal Trainer
Schwinn Cycle Instructor
TRX Level 1 Coach
Silver Sneakers Instructor

Tim Ryan is the Branch Director of the Quakertown branch of River Crossing YMCA, leading branch operations and ensuring a high-quality member experience. He joined the organization in 2014 as Director of Competitive Aquatics at the Doylestown branch. Tim holds a B.S. in Sports Management and Business Management from Springfield College and brings deep expertise in youth development through competitive swimming. He holds multiple certifications in the sport and takes pride in supporting student-athletes’ growth both in and out of the pool.

Kayli Sassaman began her dance training at age four at Shannon Carney Dance Academy, where she developed a love for movement and artistry that inspired her to pursue dance professionally. She graduated from Towson University with a BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography. During her time at Towson, she deepened her training in ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, and aerial technique under the guidance of esteemed faculty members. As an active member of the dance community, Kayli was inducted into the National Honor Society for Dance Arts, recognizing her commitment to academic achievement, artistic excellence, and leadership within the field of dance. She has also had the opportunity to perform in diverse works by Runqiao Du, Erin Du, Sarah Olson, Alison Seidenstricker, Vincent Thomas, Maria Torres, and GALLIM Dance Company. She has also choreographed works for student-led performances, dance films, and her senior capstone concert. In addition to her dedication to dance, Kayli discovered a passion for fitness and cross-training. She is a certified Barre instructor and teaches group fitness classes. She continues to pursue a professional career in dance while expanding her artistry as a performer, choreographer, and educator. With a love for dance and teaching, she is excited to inspire and support dancers as they grow in confidence, technique, and artistry.

Lisa Schwartzer brings energy, experience and inspiration to the Doylestown community. She is TRX, group exercise and THRIVE certified, and also holds an ACE Health Coach certification. As a breast cancer survivor, Lisa is passionate about helping others build strength, resilience and confidence through movement and supportive wellness programming.

Certifications: 

TRX, group exercise & THRIVE Certified
ACE Health Coach Certification
 

Holly Shenk serves the Doylestown and Warminster communities and is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach, as well as a 200 and 300 hour Registered Yoga Teacher. She is also a YMCA HeartStrong Trainer and an endurance athlete, competing in triathlon and running events as a member of USA Triathlon. Holly is passionate about helping clients build strength, improve endurance and support overall wellness through a balanced and personalized approach to fitness.

Certifications: 

NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Aubrey is a former level 7 YMCA team gymnast for five years. She joined our Y staff team in the fall of 2024. Aubrey also was a previous competitive cheerleader and dancer for many years. She graduated with her Bachelors of Science Degree from East Stroudsburg University. She is CPR and First Aid certified.

ACE Certified Personal Trainer and ACE Certified Nutrition Coach specializing in personalized one-on-one training for all ages and fitness levels. Samantha brings the energy and motivation of group fitness into individualized workouts focused on building strength, improving fitness, and reaching each client’s unique goals. Samantha's approach combines effective training, accountability, and nutrition guidance to help clients feel stronger, healthier, and more confident.
 

Maria Sullivan serves as the WOW Center Director of Operations at the River Crossing YMCA, bringing dedication, warmth, and nearly two decades of service to the community.

Maria began her YMCA journey in 2008 in the Childcare Program as a part‑time teacher’s aide, occasionally supporting the babysitting program when needed. During these early years, she built strong, lasting connections with children and families—relationships that shaped her passion for service. In 2010, she transitioned into a full‑time Membership role, where her compassion for members, families, and the broader community continued to grow. She has always valued the meaningful conversations shared with members over the years.

When the Call Center launched in 2020, Maria joined the team as one of the first points of contact for members, guests, and prospective members. Whether answering phone calls or responding through webchat, she enjoyed helping people discover the wide variety of programs the YMCA offers for all ages.

In 2025, the Call Center was rebranded as the WOW Center, marking a new chapter of enhanced service and support. Maria embraced this evolution wholeheartedly. She finds it deeply rewarding to lead a team that efficiently delivers on member needs and requests, and she takes great pride in supporting all branches across the association.

Maria earned her Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management in the Philippines, a foundation that strengthened her commitment to hospitality and service. She is a proud mother of two young adult sons and a young daughter.

Maria is honored to be part of the River Crossing YMCA family—an organization that touches lives and makes a meaningful difference every day. 
 

Jim Tyrrell serves the Doylestown community and is a Certified Personal Trainer with a specialization in TRX for golf. As an active golfer, swimmer and cyclist, he brings real world experience into his training, helping clients improve strength, mobility and performance both in sport and everyday life.

Tami Unger joined the YMCA in 2016 as an Early Childhood Director and quickly expanded her leadership to include Camp, School-Age, and Food programs. She is passionate about building strong relationships with families and ensuring community needs are met through Y services. Now Branch Director at the Allentown Branch, Tami holds a degree in Early Childhood Education from East Stroudsburg University. She also serves as a Professional Development Specialist with the Council for Professional Recognition and volunteers with the Girl Scouts. Tami lives in Lehigh County with her husband, six children, three grandchildren, a dog, and a cat.

Candi Van Wagner serves the Doylestown community and has been an AFAA Certified Personal Trainer since 1997. She also holds certifications in mat Pilates, nutrition and senior health. As a three time cancer survivor, Candi brings a deeply personal and inspiring perspective to her work, helping clients build strength, resilience and confidence through every stage of their wellness journey.

Certifications: 

AFAA
AFA Senior Health Certified

Diana began her YMCA journey in 2017 with the Stay and Play program, building strong connections with families. Her passion for wellness led her to become a Zumba instructor, energizing participants and organizing events at the Nazareth branch. She later transitioned into the membership department, advancing to Membership Coordinator and deepening member engagement. Her leadership and dedication earned her the role of Director of Operations, where she further strengthened programs and initiatives. In 2025, Diana was appointed Branch Director of the Nazareth YMCA. She continues to lead with passion and purpose. Diana lives in Nazareth with her husband and son.

Marissa was a previous Upper Bucks YMCA gymnast for 6 years. She began her coaching career in 2015. She has a Occupational Therapy Assistant, with a specialty in Brain Injury Rehab. In addition to coaching, she works for a chiropractor part time.

Jade began her coaching career in 1988.  She has taught gymnastics at Future Stars Gymnastics, Miss Cindy’s School of Dance, Tumble with Denise, Flipps in Hewitt, Texas, and Power and Grace Gymnastics.  She began coaching for the Y in the spring of 2017.  She has her USA Gymnastics Safety Certification, USA Gymnastics Professional Membership, USAG Fundamentals of Gymnastics Instruction, USAG Safesport certification, she has attended workshops given by USA Gymnastics for the new compulsory routines, and is first aid and CPR certified.  Jade will also assist with choreographing Xcel routines.  She has a math degree from Baylor University and her teaching certificate from Kutztown University. 

Katie is a NASM certified personal trainer who has her B.S. in Exercise science and is currently pursuing her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. She is passionate about helping clients of all ages and fitness levels improve their strength, mobility, and overall quality of life. Katie emphasizes functional strength, balance, and injury prevention and has a particular interest in working with clients transitioning from rehabilitation back into fitness. With her support you can build confidence in your movement, achieve your fitness goals, and maintain an active lifestyle through individualized exercise programs.

Andrew has served the Y since summer, 2008 when he began as a sports intern in the Central Bucks Region. At the Doylestown branch, he was quickly hired and worked his way up through leadership positions serving youth and adult sports leagues and programs. In 2022, he transitioned to the Lower Region as Vice President of Operations. Andrew has a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management from York College of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Delaware Valley University.

Matthew Zdepski serves the Doylestown community as an ISSA Elite Trainer. He believes each client's journey begins by understanding their personal "why" and building a coaching relationship founded on trust and accountability. His coaching philosophy emphasizes individualized training programs that are both effective and enjoyable, while helping clients build confidence, move well, and develop lifelong healthy habits. Outside of the gym, Matthew enjoys running along the Delaware Canal Towpath, hiking, and spending time outdoors. Certifications: ISSA Elite Trainer: Certified Personal Trainer, Nutritionist, Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Bodybuilding Specialist, and Tactical Conditioning Specialist