Laura Robinson
Laura's expertise involves a lifetime of experience in health and wellness. Laura gained her passion for fitness as an all-around athlete, competing in the heptathlon at the University of Idaho. After obtaining a degree in Food and Nutrition in 1995, Laura began teaching nutrition concepts to community groups ranging from school age children to retired adults. She furthered her knowledge of the human body at Northwestern University Medical School, receiving a Master's in Physical Therapy in 1999. Laura loves being a mother, enjoys the outdoors, laughs out loud, and dances like no one is watching. She has worked with thousands of individuals, sharing simple yet effective methods to improve vitality and enhance well-being.
Jeff is the self-proclaimed “Mayor” of 5Focus. He graduated from the University of Idaho in 1993 with a degree in finance, which has proved to be moderately helpful with his duties as CFO. Before working at 5Focus, Jeff enjoyed a lengthy career in the National Football League, during which he was exposed to a variety of training regimens. That experience, along with a deep loathing of long, arduous workouts, has made him appreciate the efficiency of the Kinesis machine. Jeff is usually seen carrying his daughter Mae or running the register at her café.
With 20 years of group instruction and 17 years of personal training under her belt Katherine is thrilled to spread her wings and join the 5 Focus team! After retiring from the musical theater at 24, Katherine threw herself into the wide world of fitness. A lot has changed in the industry since then, and not just leg warmers and spandex leotards. Major changes have taken place in the field of exercise science and Katherine stays up to date by attending the annual IDEA World Fitness Conventions and continuing her education with workshops and seminars. Having certifications ranging from Fittour personal trainer and group instructor to precision cycling, Kinesis and BOSU Master Trainer has allowed Katherine to work with clients ranging from the post partum mom to the competitive athlete. Often lovingly referred to as the Drill Sergeant or Coach Kitty, Katherine has come by these monikers honestly - she has taken good
notes from her father, a retired army colonel and former college basketball coach.
Kelly Connor’s yoga practice took flight in 1997, when she did her first sun salutation. An active college athlete (cross-country, track and hockey), yoga began as a way to relieve tension in her body as well as her mind during athletic training. Kelly’s practice began with the physical study of yoga and naturally extended to a whole-life study and practice of the ancient art. Kelly has studied hatha, ashtanga, vinyasa and kundalini yoga. Meditation came as a natural accompaniment to Kelly’s asana practice.
Kelly completed her 200 hour teacher training at the Shambhava Whole Yoga School in Denver,
Colorado, and is a Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance.
Claire Graser
Claire is an exceptional Licensed Massage Therapist, a graduate of the Bellevue School of Massage, and a student in Naturopathic Medicine at prestigious Bastyr University. Claire's passion for healing through massage therapy, nutrition, botanical medicine and energetic healing philosophies shines through in her individualized treatment with clients. She gives a luscious deep tissue massage and provides cutting-edge abdominal massage for reproductive and digestive health. Additional studies include abdominal massage with Love Your Guts Seminars, Maya Abdominal Massage, and mentorship with Megan Groves, LMP. Claire is gifted in helping people achieve optimal wellness by supporting and strengthening their own innate vitality and body consciousness.
A native to the Pacific Northwest, father of two, avid snowboarder, wakeboarder, and mountain bike enthusiasts, Gary brings 12 years of structural bodywork experience to the table. Ranging from clinical chiropractic and sports injury treatment to the ultimate upscale spa experience he has treated as much as 1000 clients per year. Gary took his initial training at Seattle Massage School and then continued to follow his passion for structural healing at the Soma Institute of Neuromuscular Integration ®. Gary’s work will increase your body awareness by facilitating a significant physical changes bringing balance to the body, mind, and spirit. Come experience a change!
Proud to be a Montana girl, Whitney’s passions include anything fitness – (especially Kinesis and bootcamps), tennis, laughing, coffee, social interaction, event planning, organization and her family. Before moving to Seattle to spread her wings, she worked as a manager and barista of various coffee houses in Montana and then began her professional career as an advertising sales consultant for the Helena Independent Record newspaper. Whitney is the facilitator here at 5focus, managing the front desk and marketing. She additionally teaches a handful of the Kinesis classes, so come “Get Whit It”.
Dr. Julie Sutton is a graduate of Bastyr University where she received both her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine and Masters of Acupuncture degrees. In 1994, Dr. Sutton also completed a B.Sc. in biology and B.A. in psychology from the University of Minnesota. Her desire to promote wellness through lifestyle changes has inspired her to receive certifications as a Fitness Instructor (ACSM) and Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA). Dr. Sutton is currently licensed as a primary care physician and acupuncturist in the state of Washington. Her specialties include, physical medicine, pain management, hormone balance, exercise, nutrition and weight loss.
Having lived in the Midwest her whole life, Carrie is thrilled to become a part of the Seattle community. She received her degree in dietetics with a focus in health promotion from Michigan State University and continued her education at Loyola University of Chicago, gaining experience in all aspects of the field. Her passion for nutrition stems from a love of fresh produce and the unique local cuisine of Northern Michigan. Being a runner her whole life and having completed numerous half-marathons, Carrie believes in the balance between a healthy diet and exercise. Her passion to improve quality of life and health through nutrition shows through her practice as a Registered Dietician. She’s thrilled to join the 5focus team at the front desk and will also be providing nutrition consultations and seminars.