Genesis Fitness Team

Dawnylle Kohl, Owner of Genesis Fitness

Genesis Fitness is an inclusive community for everyone—men, women, and teens—where each person is welcomed, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Our mission is to provide a positive, uplifting environment that inspires individuals of all ages to push beyond their limits, grow in strength, and embrace a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

While I am deeply passionate about helping women break free from cycles of depression and mental health struggles, Genesis Fitness is a place for everyone. I believe in the transformative power of self-advocacy, resilience, and community support, encouraging women, in particular, to embrace a life filled with purpose and joy.

As a proud wife of 25 years to my husband and mother to two wonderful children, Nathaniel and Gabriella, I have called Anthem home since 1999 and was one of the community’s first residents. I bring both the spiritual and physical aspects of wellness into my work at Genesis Fitness. Our gym offers a range of programs, from muscle-building workouts and high-intensity cardio to spinning, and lifestyle nutrition. We also host worship sessions every Sunday, creating an environment for holistic growth that includes setting achievable goals and focusing on balanced, Whole Foods-based nutrition.

At Genesis Fitness, each day is a fresh start, and we believe physical activity is like medicine for the mind, body, and soul. With patience and consistency—giving your body time to adjust, much like with other treatments—exercise can create profound, positive changes.

Our community is here to meet you where you are, whether you’re overcoming fears about joining a gym, taking the first steps on your health journey, or simply seeking a place where you can grow stronger in a positive environment. We love helping individuals overcome doubts, discover new strengths, and build resilience through fitness.

As our motto says: It is in the roots, not the branches, that a tree's greatest strength lies. We look forward to welcoming you to Genesis Fitness, where each step forward brings you closer to the healthiest version of yourself.

Terri has been a certified personal trainer since 2008. She is also a licensed processual counselor (LPC), on the leadership team, with her counseling group and clinical supervisor.

Physical activity and engaging in healthy movement is such an important part of one's mental wellbeing. I love to encourage others to embrace their physical , mental and spiritual health by staying active, engaging in self care and finding a way to stay motivated. It is a joy to work as a personal trainer and help others stay active. 

I am native to Arizona and have been apart of the Anthem community for almost 15 years and I enjoy, boating, camping, and spending time with my hubby and kids!  As a mother of five kids, I have found that fitness is the only way to help manage my busy and very active family. I fell off the fitness train with the pregnancy and birth of my last child and life got in the way of me being the best version of myself.  I am so exited to be back in the game and on the road to being fit and healthy.  I started instructing Turbo Kick in 2015 and became completely obsessed with this high energy, calorie burning cardio workout.  Now that I am certified as a fitness trainer, I am enjoying teaching small group workouts at Genesis Fitness.