Founder and director of Blue Banyan Yoga Sophie has been devoted to the ancient study of yoga and its intersection with wellness for over 26 years. Sophie is a master teacher, having taught thousands of hours of yoga over 20 years. Sophie is excited to be partnering with GCC and to be bringing Blue Banyan's fitness and wellness philosophy to GCC's welcoming community.

Amiir Poindexter is a graduate of Temple University with a B.S. degree in Exercise and Sport Science. Born and raised in North Philadelphia, Aamir has been involved in different sports his whole life. Although he knew of his grandfather who boxed in the army and his uncle who was one of Philly's best boxers in the 60s and 70s (Occasionally visiting to show the family videos of his fights); He fell in love with boxing later on as a teenager and has been involved in the sport ever since, competing as an amateur. While he would always train his childhood, high school and collegiate friends, Aamir now has almost 10 years of official post-graduation training experience. Aamir’s credentials include: Certified Strength and Conditioning (CSCS), United States Weightlifting Coach (USAW) USA Boxing Coach (USAB), Schwinn Indoor Cycling Certification, CPR/AED and First Aid. He aspires to own a diverse gym with boxers and athletes from all walks of life!

Massage Therapist, Personal Trainer, graduate of Community College of Philadelphia. My motto is "don't just live, live well." I believe that if you take care of your body, then your body will function optimally.