Jessica Matthews, an Assistant Professor of Health and Exercise Science at Miramar College and an associate kinesiology faculty member at MiraCosta College in San Diego, has been selected as the keynote speaker for the 2015 NIRSA Triventure taking place in Indianapolis, Indiana from October 14–16!
An innovative college professor and seasoned yoga educator focused on wellness and mindful living, Jessica has been making an impact in the field of health and fitness for the last 15 years. She has developed and implemented comprehensive 200- and 500-hour yoga teacher training programs at the college level and serves as a senior advisor for health and fitness education for the American Council on Exercise (ACE). She’s a contributing editor for SHAPE Magazine—developing and delivering educational content in the form of articles, videos, textbooks, online courses, and workshops—and a featured health and fitness expert and guest host on OWNTV’s web-based series #OWNSHOW. She also regularly contributes to numerous publications and media outlets, including CNN, Yoga Journal, Health Magazine, NPR, and The Washington Post.
Steven Trotter, Assistant Director for Fitness Programs at Virginia Tech and Fitness & Wellness Institute Committee Consultant says, “I am extremely excited to have Jessica Matthews as our keynote speaker for the 2015 NIRSA Triventure in Indianapolis. Jessica has a wealth of knowledge in the recreation industry and began her journey as a fitness instructor at Coastal Carolina University while an undergraduate student. Her experiences past campus recreation show her in-depth knowledge of aquatics, wellness, fitness, entrepreneurship, and education.” He goes on to say, “Jessica is a great friend, colleague, and mentor—I look forward to hearing her speak in October!”
Not only will Jessica be addressing all Triventure attendees with her keynote address “Reinventing Your Reality: The Power of Perspective,” but she will also be leading the Fitness & Wellness Institute preconference session “Foundations of Health Coaching” and the Wednesday late-afternoon workout “Integrative Yoga Flow.” She truly exemplifies this year’s theme “Creating Communities of Wellbeing.”
Jessica Matthews is yet another reason to join us in Indianapolis and continue your professional development at the 2015 NIRSA Triventure! Check out Triventure educational session descriptions online and register today!
For more information about the 2015 NIRSA Triventure, please contact NIRSA Assistant Director for Professional Development Brittany Rejda.
