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About Us

Why Landing Fitness?

Landing Fitness is Branson’s newest state-of-the-art gym

The facility features the latest, top-of-the-line variety of equipment from Hammer Strength and Life Fitness to Rogue equipment and much, much more. Create your ideal workout regimen with an endless number of machines and free-weight combinations.

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  • Landing Fitness is also home to exclusive cardio technology not found anywhere else in the area.
  • Top-tier personal training team to help specialize and motivate you to help you reach your goals.
  • Extensive class schedule with many options including Group Cycle, Pump, Turbo Kick, and much more.
  • Only Branson fitness facility to include an indoor pool and aqua fitness classes to come.

 

Choose from a range of membership options to fit any lifestyle including Individual, Family and Military memberships. Class only options and weekly passes for Branson guests are also available. Find your perfect fit now.

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The Team

Our Team Of Personal Trainers

We are not just a gym—we are a community of experts, motivators, and leaders dedicated to helping you achieve your best self.

Stacy Petri

Stacy Petri

Fitness Instructor

Bio:

Meet Stacy – The Heart & Energy of Landing Fitness

When it comes to passion, leadership, and motivation, Stacy sets the bar high. As the General Manager of Landing Fitness, she not only runs the show—she leads by example, bringing unmatched energy, enthusiasm, and excellence to everything she does.

Stacy believes that fitness should be fun, exciting, and empowering. Whether you’re lifting, sweating, or stretching, she ensures that every workout leaves you feeling stronger, more confident, and absolutely unstoppable. Her contagious energy makes fitness enjoyable, turning even the toughest workouts into something you look forward to.

💪 Why Train with Stacy?
✔ High-Energy & Fun-Filled Workouts – No boring routines here!
🔥 Total Body Strength & Toning – Sculpt, strengthen, and transform
🎯 Goal-Oriented Coaching – Your success is her mission

As a leader in the fitness industry, Stacy is more than a trainer—she’s your biggest cheerleader, motivator, and accountability partner. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to crush new fitness goals, she’s here to push, inspire, and guide you every step of the way.

🔥 Excellence in Fitness. Passion in Leadership. Motivation in Every Move. 🔥

📍 Join Stacy at Landing Fitness and experience the difference today! 🚀🏋️‍♀️💙

Certification:

  • Bachelors Degree in Recreation with an emphasis in Health and Wellness from Missouri State University
  • Personal Training and Group Exercise Certification through AFAA and Fitour
  • Beachbody Turbo Kick Live Instructor Certified
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Heather Bellah

Trainer & Weight Loss Specialist

Bio:

Meet Heather – The Definition of Strength, Resilience, and Transformation

Heather’s story isn’t just about fitness—it’s about overcoming the impossible. Once struggling with obesity, she made the decision to take control of her health and redefine her future. But her journey didn’t stop there.

In 2014, Heather suffered a devastating jobsite accident, leaving her with a broken back and shattered pelvis. Doctors told her she’d never walk again without assistance—but Heather had other plans. With sheer determination, grit, and two years of relentless perseverance, she proved them wrong.

By 2017, she walked into a gym not just to recover, but to transform. She fought through two shoulder surgeries, learned the power of resilience, and rebuilt herself from the ground up. Heather is living proof that no setback is too great, no challenge is too big, and that true strength comes from within.

Now, she dedicates her life to helping others break through barriers—whether it’s losing weight, overcoming injuries, or gaining strength, flexibility, and confidence. Heather doesn’t just coach fitness—she coaches transformation.

🔥 When life knocks you down, Heather shows you how to stand back up—stronger than ever. 🔥

📍 Start your journey today. Train with Heather and rewrite your own story. 💪🏋️‍♀️✨

Certification:

  • Advanced Personal Trainer Certification from FiTOUR (Nationally recognized by IEEA, AFFA, NASM, ACE and iHRSA)

Specialization:

  • Personal Training
  • Fitness Plan
  • Weight Loss
  • Increased Muscle Mass
  • Wellness
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Jack Livingston

Certified Personal Trainer

Bio:

Meet Jack – The Ultimate Fitness & Powerlifting Coach

When it comes to strength, endurance, and lifelong fitness, Jack is the definition of dedication. With an unmatched 45+ years of experience in powerlifting and fitness coaching, Jack has spent his life pushing limits, breaking records, and transforming lives in the gym.

As a national-level powerlifting competitor for over a decade, Jack didn’t just show up—he dominated. He currently holds three Missouri State records, proving that consistency, discipline, and expertise are the keys to success. But Jack’s impact goes far beyond the platform—his passion lies in coaching and mentoring athletes of all levels, from beginners taking their first step into fitness to seasoned competitors striving for greatness.

Jack’s philosophy? “Fit for Life”—because fitness isn’t just about lifting weights, it’s about becoming the strongest, healthiest, and most resilient version of yourself. Whether you want to build muscle, increase strength, or simply become more confident in your fitness journey, Jack’s decades of experience will guide you toward results you never thought possible.

🔥 Train with a Champion. Learn from a Legend. Become Your Best. 🔥

📍 Are you ready to level up? Train with Jack today! 💪🏋️‍♂️🚀

Certification:

  • Advanced Personal Trainer Certification by FiTOUR (Nationally Recognized by IEEA, AFFA, NASM, ACE, and iHRSA)
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Amy Sandrik

Certified Personal Trainer & Enthusiastic Group Fitness Instructor

Bio:

the one and only, legendary group fitness instructor.  those that know her…. Know!

Amy Sandrik is passionate about making fitness a fun, empowering, and life-enhancing experience. She believes true fitness connects the mind, body, and spirit—and that building a strong foundation is the key to lasting success. 🌟🧘‍♀️

After years of leading packed group fitness classes here in the Ozarks community, Amy is known for her approachable vibe, infectious energy, and uplifting style. Her classes are anything but routine—she mixes humor, creative formats, and a variety of equipment to keep things fresh, exciting, and results-driven. 🔄🎶🏋️‍♀️

As a personal trainer, Amy thrives on helping individuals boost their confidence, feel stronger, and live more fully. She doesn’t just guide workouts—she’s a true partner in your journey, cheering you on every step of the way while making sure you’re having a great time. 🚀💥

Join Amy at Landing Fitness and discover how fun, empowering, and energizing your workouts can truly be! 😄🔥

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Danielle Ponder

Certified Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor

MEET DANIELLE – TRAINER 💪 MOTIVATOR 🔥 TRANSFORMATION ARCHITECT 💫

Fitness isn’t just something Danielle Ponder does — it’s who she is. More than a workout routine or a weight-loss goal, fitness became her lifeline during one of the darkest seasons of her life. It was her anchor ⚓ when everything felt unsteady, guiding her back to her true self and revealing the strong, resilient woman she was always meant to be.

Once weighing over 240 pounds and wearing a size 2X, Danielle has undergone a complete transformation — physically, mentally, and emotionally. Today, at 160 pounds and confidently rocking mediums 💃, she’s living proof that when passion meets purpose, amazing things happen. The real glow-up? Her unstoppable mindset ✨

As a trainer, Danielle’s mission goes far beyond workouts and meal plans 🥗🏋️‍♀️. Her goal isn’t just to train clients — it’s to transform them. She’s here to help you unlock your inner strength, crush those “impossible” goals 🚀, and chase the version of yourself you’ve always dreamed of becoming. Whether you’re starting from scratch or leveling up, she’s right there — cheering, guiding, and sweating with you every step of the way.

She doesn’t wait for opportunities — she creates them 💥. And with that same bold energy, Danielle inspires everyone she trains to push past limits, believe in themselves, and embrace their journey — because change isn’t just possible, it’s inevitable when you show up with heart ❤️ and hustle 🏃‍♀️.

Through her journey, Danielle proves that with purpose, passion, and perseverance, real change is always within reach. 👊

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Zane Crouch

Certified Personal Trainer

Bio:

MEET ZANE – 💪 TRAINER · 🔥 MOTIVATOR · 💫 STRENGTH & REHAB SPECIALIST

Zane’s fitness journey began the moment he realized strength training could rebuild more than just muscle — it could rebuild confidence. After overcoming his own setbacks, he discovered a passion for helping others rise stronger. Whether you’re bouncing back from an injury, chasing your next PR, or just trying to feel like yourself again, Zane’s got your back — every rep of the way.

Now a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with over five years of hands-on experience, Zane specializes in strength training, rehabilitation, and functional fitness. His coaching style meets you exactly where you are — and helps guide you to a stronger, more confident, pain-free version of yourself.

When Zane isn’t in the gym helping others crush their goals, you’ll probably find him lifting something heavy 💥, studying new training methods 📚, or talking about why proper form is the real flex 🏋️.

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree – College of the Ozarks

Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer – NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)

Specialties:
Strength Training · Rehabilitation · Functional Fitness · Mobility · Muscle Gain · Injury Recovery · Confidence Building

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Jesse Crider

Certified Personal Trainer

Bio:

MEET JESSE – YOUR NEW FITNESS GAME-CHANGER 💪 | BODYBUILDING SPECIALIST 💫 | COACH ON A MISSION 🚀

When it comes to strength, stamina, and real, lasting results — Jesse Crider brings the heat. 💥🔥

Jesse’s fitness journey kicked off early, diving into serious weightlifting at just 16 to level up for football. From that moment on, he was hooked — not just on lifting, but on unlocking the full potential of the human body. A lifelong athlete, Jesse’s experience spans the field, the floor, and the gym — including four high-energy years as a college cheerleader 🏈🤸‍♂️, proving he’s just as explosive with a backflip as he is with a barbell.

Graduating in 2015 with a degree in Exercise Science from the prestigious College of the Ozarks 🎓, Jesse hit the ground running. For the past decade, he’s been a powerhouse personal trainer right here in the Branson area, transforming bodies and mindsets with an expert’s eye and a coach’s heart ❤️.

He’s not just a trainer — he’s a results-driven motivator who lives for the moment you see what you’re truly capable of. 🔓💪

Jesse’s specialties? Powerlifting 🏋️. Bodybuilding 🏆. Total-body transformation 🔄. Whether you’re chasing strength, sculpting your dream physique, or committing to a full lifestyle change, he’s got the tools, the knowledge, and the passion to help you crush your goals and love the process. ✅🎯

Oh — and when he’s not helping clients smash PRs? He’s coaching at Legends Gymnastics Academy 🤸‍♀️, shaping the next generation of athletes with the same fire he brings to every session. 🔥

Athlete. Coach. Motivator. Expert. 💼💪🔥

Jesse Crider isn’t here for quick fixes — he’s here for the long game. Sustainable results. Real strength. And a fitter, stronger you that doesn’t just look good, but feels unstoppable. 💯⚡