Ariel was born and raised in Berkeley, CA and has been moving and grooving her whole life. From gymnastics, to dance, to strength training, Ariel has always had a passion for kinesthetic expression. Ariel’s personal training methodology centers on developing functional strength and enhancing body awareness through purposeful, movement-based exercises. She emphasizes integrated, compound movements that mimic real-life actions—improving mobility, stability, balance and coordination. Her studies in dance bring a sense of grace and full-body connection to her training style. With a Master’s degree in Education, Ariel is an expert at finding an individualized approach to each training scenario. Mindful movement and proper form are prioritized to foster a deeper connection between mind and body, ultimately building strength that translates beyond the gym into everyday life.
Certifications:
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Stretching and Flexibility Coach
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification (PPSC)
Laban Movement Analysis Level 1
Animal Flow Level 1
Ariel Krizack
Co-owner
Bianca Tornero
Co-owner
Bianca is a devoted fitness professional with a diverse background in the industry. With a genuine zeal for finding harmony between life and cultivating healthy, sustainable habits, Bianca shines as a Women's Strength Coach, specializing in pre/post-natal fitness where she guides women through monumental changes. This unique expertise has granted her a new perspective on exercise. She firmly believes that fitness should be a positive experience, one that complements and enhances your lifestyle.
Drawing upon her background as a former teacher, Bianca is unwaveringly committed to empowering others with the knowledge of proper movement and a deep understanding of their bodies. Her mission is to equip individuals with the autonomy to lead fulfilling fitness lives and foster sustainable healthy changes.
In addition to her specialization in pre/post-natal fitness, Bianca possesses extensive experience in a diverse range of areas, including youth training, competitive weightlifting and powerlifting, injury rehabilitation, pelvic floor rehab, movement mechanics, and core training. Leveraging her diverse skillset and comprehensive knowledge, Bianca delivers tailored and all-encompassing fitness coaching that caters to clients of all ages and fitness levels.
Certifications:
L1 and L2 Crossfit Trainer
L1, and L2 USAWL
Prenatal/Postpartum Training
Khaliah Guice
Khaliah was born in Berkeley & raised in Oakland. Khaliah is a NASM certified personal trainer, yoga instructor and former powerlifter, who has been training clients of all populations for 12 years. Her own movement practice began when her dad introduced her to yoga & breathwork as a child. My own movement practice has evolved through a few broken bones & childbirth. So now when it comes to approaching client's goals, no matter what they are, I like to start with a collaborative holistic approach to lay the solid foundation for my client's movement practice.
Gabriel Cain
Gabriel Cain is a US Air Force veteran with a deep-rooted passion for training. He specializes in working with people who are new to exercise or returning after time away. With a strong focus on fitness and wellness, and a commitment to excellence, Gabriel will help you live a healthier and more fulfilling lifestyle.
Gabriel believes that fitness should be accessible to everyone, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level. He helps clients build sustainable habits that fit their lifestyle, making fitness a way of life rather than a quick fix that is soon discarded.
Jesse Schumacher
Jesse Schumacher is a sports performance coach and personal trainer based in Oakland, CA. A native of the East Bay and a lifelong athlete, Jesse has been coaching for over seven years, helping clients of all ages and backgrounds move better, feel stronger, and perform at their best.
He holds a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential through the NSCA, along with certifications from USA Weightlifting and Precision Nutrition. Jesse takes a performance-oriented approach to training—whether he's working with youth athletes looking for an edge on the field, busy professionals aiming to build strength and mobility, or seniors focused on regaining functional movement.
Known for his sharp eye for form and emphasis on high-quality movement, Jesse prioritizes long-term progress, safety, and results. His coaching style blends structure with challenge and just the right amount of play to keep training both effective and engaging.
Annie Butterfield
Annie was born and raised in Oakland. After attending college in the South Bay and spending time living in Oregon and Hawaii, she’s proud to call Oakland home again.
Annie’s interest in fitness began when she secured her first office job and noticed the toll a sedentary lifestyle was taking on her body. Determined to feel better, she developed a fitness routine and quickly saw the positive impact it had on her physical and mental well-being. Inspired to help others experience the same, she earned her first certificate in 2012, and has continued learning and growing in the field ever since. With over a decade of experience, she’s guided clients through a wide range of modalities including yoga, high-intensity interval training, and strength training, ultimately finding her passion in weight lifting and functional movement, which is now her primary focus.
Annie builds her clients’ programs around foundational movement patterns (such as squats, hinges, pushes, pulls, and unilateral work like single-leg exercises) because they’re essential to daily function and the most effective way to train the body as a whole. By emphasizing these core patterns, Annie helps clients develop strength, improve mobility, and engage multiple muscle groups at once for maximum efficiency and long-term results. She prioritizes form, progressive overload, and thoughtful, individualized programming that aligns with each client’s specific goals whether they’re new to strength training or have years of experience. Annie also draws from her foundational knowledge of anatomy and nutrition to support clients holistically. Above all, she aims to help clients feel confident in the gym, and leave with the knowledge to build effective routines on their own.
Dessert-Rae Tejada
A certified personal trainer since 2012 with time spent in commercial gyms, private studios and training facilities servicing PT sessions and group fitness alike, Dessert-Rae comes to Holistic Strength with a breadth of experience.
Her professional background is coupled with a humble beginner's passion for continuing education to improve her craft as well as a deep connection to those she can support in their fitness journey as a dedicated athlete herself relentlessly pursuing strength and resilience. Though she seeks to support all goals of those collaborating with her, her methods largely focus on leveraging a priority for strength and conditioning while also incorporating nutrition and lifestyle optimization to help her clients actually reach their goals and empower themselves to pursue their greatest ambitions.
She also emphasizes an individualized approach while also encouraging her athletes to focus on their unique strengths and interests to help guide their training for both lasting results and a rewarding journey along the way. Connect with her today so she can help you get stronger, develop lifelong resiliency, and transform your health and physique through intelligent training + practical nutrition design at Holistic Strength!