Instructor Spotlight: Danielle McKenzie

Meet Danielle McKenzie, a vibrant and dedicated instructor/manager at Sweat Fixx, where she has been making waves for the past six years. Danielle’s journey began at the front desk in Southie, where her love for the community and inclusivity drew her in. Her passion quickly transformed into a desire to contribute even more, leading her to become a manager in both Southie and Arlington. Now, you can catch her leading energizing classes: Monday Wakefield 12PM Sculpt – Wednesday Arlington 12PM Sculpt – Thursday Arlington 12PM GRIT 4:30PM Sculpt – Friday Arlington 4:30PM Row. Catch her subbing classes at both studios as well!

How long have you been at Sweat Fixx and what caused you to want to join the team?
I have been at Sweat Fixx for 6 years now! I started in Southie as just front desk. I had taken classes in both Arlington & Southie and loved the community & inclusivity Sweat Fixx had to offer. I eventually wanted to do so much more for Sweat Fixx & became a manager of Southie & Arlington. I have been here for the ups & downs of Sweat Fixx but really can’t believe it’s been 6 years. We survived COVID, which was tough taking classes outside; you can most likely see me NOW teaching for two years, working the front desk, taking a class, or maybe even fixing your favorite rower!

What’s your favorite class to teach/take and why?
GRIT! I love the variety; my ADHD brain likes quick changes.

What’s one piece of advice you would give someone new who is trying out Sweat Fixx for the first time?
To just TRY! Even when you feel like it is something you can’t do, I PROMISE that you can. And I most likely will be reaching out to you & will even take class with you!

What’s your go-to post-workout meal or snack?
RAWR BAR—my current ADDICTION!

Which Sweat Fixx class challenges you the most personally—and why?
TRAIN. It really takes a lot for me to stay in one place & concentrate on that lifting, but it makes me feel great!

How do you like to spend your time outside the studio?
I like to walk, explore places, and grab a bite at John Brewers Tavern, which my best friends have recently taken over. You may even catch me serving there every once in a while!

What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie?
BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO—Housewives, Southern Charm—I love it all!

Early bird or night owl?
EARLY BIRD, BABY!

If Sweat Fixx had superlatives, what would you win (most likely to…)?
BEST ROWER FIXER, haha!