Meet the Instructors
Chelsea Moore, Co-Founder, Chief Everything Officer
Chelsea has been rowing since 2005 and coaching since 2009. She rowed at the University of Oklahoma on the inaugural varsity team. She was a two-time Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA) National Scholar-Athlete, selected as CRCA All-Region, second team and Conference USA Rowing All-Conference Team. Her coaching experience ranges from coaching a collegiate Division 1 team at the University of Oklahoma to coaching high school and masters rowers at the Austin Rowing Club. The varied levels of on-the-water coaching, in addition to indoor rowing specific coaching inspired her to take the leap and start Rō in early 2014 to bring the indoor rowing workout to rowers and non-rowers alike!
Her classes: Great for beginners and veterans alike, but be ready to put in the work.
Chelsea has been rowing since 2005 and coaching since 2009. She rowed at the University of Oklahoma on the inaugural varsity team. She was a two-time Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA) National Scholar-Athlete, selected as CRCA All-Region, second team and Conference USA Rowing All-Conference Team. Her coaching experience ranges from coaching a collegiate Division 1 team at the University of Oklahoma to coaching high school and masters rowers at the Austin Rowing Club. The varied levels of on-the-water coaching, in addition to indoor rowing specific coaching inspired her to take the leap and start Rō in early 2014 to bring the indoor rowing workout to rowers and non-rowers alike!
Her classes: Great for beginners and veterans alike, but be ready to put in the work.
Connor Beaulieu, Instructor
Originally from Connecticut and a lifelong swimmer (and now coach), Connor began rowing as part of his cross training program at Amherst College. After graduating, he moved around the country coaching swimming at many levels (children, high school, Division III, as well as adults as old as 93), all the while chasing different styles of workouts, many of which employed rowing as a foundation for cardio and strength. After moving to Austin to be an assistant with the University of Texas Women's Swim Team, he picked up rowing more seriously and fell in love with the balance of finesse and power. "I enjoy the accountability in rowing. The better your form, the better you row. The more you practice, the better you can be. The more you embrace and enjoy the process of setting goals, failing, trying again, and then succeeding, the more you help the people around you do the same." Connor wants workouts to be a haven for growth. He wants to help people push themselves and the people around them and be proud of the work they do with a group each day.
His classes: Welcoming for all levels, but he'll identify goals and will push you to build strength and endurance in every class!
Originally from Connecticut and a lifelong swimmer (and now coach), Connor began rowing as part of his cross training program at Amherst College. After graduating, he moved around the country coaching swimming at many levels (children, high school, Division III, as well as adults as old as 93), all the while chasing different styles of workouts, many of which employed rowing as a foundation for cardio and strength. After moving to Austin to be an assistant with the University of Texas Women's Swim Team, he picked up rowing more seriously and fell in love with the balance of finesse and power. "I enjoy the accountability in rowing. The better your form, the better you row. The more you practice, the better you can be. The more you embrace and enjoy the process of setting goals, failing, trying again, and then succeeding, the more you help the people around you do the same." Connor wants workouts to be a haven for growth. He wants to help people push themselves and the people around them and be proud of the work they do with a group each day.
His classes: Welcoming for all levels, but he'll identify goals and will push you to build strength and endurance in every class!
Sarah Brannon, Instructor
Lifelong fitness enthusiast who grew up in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She has been in the fitness world for more than 8 years as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. After battling a stress fracture that came about from high intensity exercise she discovered the amazing benefits of indoor rowing and instantly fell in love. You can find Sarah trail running with her dog and snowboarding in the mountains of New Mexico. She loves all form of movement and loves to share that with others!
Her classes: Inspirational, positive and upbeat, competitive but good for all fitness levels
Lifelong fitness enthusiast who grew up in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She has been in the fitness world for more than 8 years as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. After battling a stress fracture that came about from high intensity exercise she discovered the amazing benefits of indoor rowing and instantly fell in love. You can find Sarah trail running with her dog and snowboarding in the mountains of New Mexico. She loves all form of movement and loves to share that with others!
Her classes: Inspirational, positive and upbeat, competitive but good for all fitness levels
Ben Cooper, Instructor
Ben started rowing with Austin Rowing Club in the summer of 2012 on the Men's Competitive Rowing team. He's an all-around fitness enthusiast. He stays fit through running, rowing (on and off the water), weightlifting and yoga. He has been coaching at Rō first opened its doors in early 2014. Also known as "Ben Cool-per" according to our favorite class review....
His classes: Competitive vibe; great for beginners and veterans looking for a challenge and who love electronic music!
Ben started rowing with Austin Rowing Club in the summer of 2012 on the Men's Competitive Rowing team. He's an all-around fitness enthusiast. He stays fit through running, rowing (on and off the water), weightlifting and yoga. He has been coaching at Rō first opened its doors in early 2014. Also known as "Ben Cool-per" according to our favorite class review....
His classes: Competitive vibe; great for beginners and veterans looking for a challenge and who love electronic music!
Danielle Fry, Instructor
Danielle is an Austin native and lifelong runner. She fell in love with indoor rowing when she found that it's a perfect compliment to her running workouts, enhancing her athletic performance. Outside of class, you can find her hitting the trail, as she is currently working towards the ultimate runner's dream; to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Her favorite post race meal includes the carrot cake french toast from South Congress Cafe (cause it's all about balance, amiright?!). She has a competitive spirit, dabbles in fitness all over Austin and loves to take on new challenges. Favorite quotes: "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone," and she will definitely push you out of yours during one of her class.
Her classes: High intensity, high heart rate, high calorie burn. Bring an extra large water bottle for this one...
Danielle is an Austin native and lifelong runner. She fell in love with indoor rowing when she found that it's a perfect compliment to her running workouts, enhancing her athletic performance. Outside of class, you can find her hitting the trail, as she is currently working towards the ultimate runner's dream; to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Her favorite post race meal includes the carrot cake french toast from South Congress Cafe (cause it's all about balance, amiright?!). She has a competitive spirit, dabbles in fitness all over Austin and loves to take on new challenges. Favorite quotes: "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone," and she will definitely push you out of yours during one of her class.
Her classes: High intensity, high heart rate, high calorie burn. Bring an extra large water bottle for this one...
Heather House, Instructor
Heather fell in love with rowing on a Learn to Row Day at Austin Rowing Club in the beginning of 2008. She was quick to pick up the sport and went on to place 5th in the nation in a light weight double only 5 months later at Youth Nationals. The following year she placed 6th in the nation in the women's quad and was recruited to row at the University of Oklahoma where she rowed for 4 years. Heather left her senior year with a Big XII Championship victory and Conference USA Championship victory in 2013. While competing at OU, Heather was nominated "Most Inspirational" and brings the motivation, encouragement, and enthusiasm to every one of her classes.
Her classes: Great for all levels, from those who are brand new to the sport to those who want to push past their limits! "Most inspirational" in all of her online reviews!
Heather fell in love with rowing on a Learn to Row Day at Austin Rowing Club in the beginning of 2008. She was quick to pick up the sport and went on to place 5th in the nation in a light weight double only 5 months later at Youth Nationals. The following year she placed 6th in the nation in the women's quad and was recruited to row at the University of Oklahoma where she rowed for 4 years. Heather left her senior year with a Big XII Championship victory and Conference USA Championship victory in 2013. While competing at OU, Heather was nominated "Most Inspirational" and brings the motivation, encouragement, and enthusiasm to every one of her classes.
Her classes: Great for all levels, from those who are brand new to the sport to those who want to push past their limits! "Most inspirational" in all of her online reviews!
Chris Kemp, Instructor
Chris swam at the University of Texas at Austin where he was a 13 time All-American, a member of 3 NCAA National Championship Teams, and swam on two American Record setting relays. He uses indoor rowing as cross-training, and also competes nationally on the indoor rowing machine, with his best 2000m time ranking him 16th in the 2016 Concept2 World Rankings -- a solid 6:02.6.
His classes: High watts and house music!
Chris swam at the University of Texas at Austin where he was a 13 time All-American, a member of 3 NCAA National Championship Teams, and swam on two American Record setting relays. He uses indoor rowing as cross-training, and also competes nationally on the indoor rowing machine, with his best 2000m time ranking him 16th in the 2016 Concept2 World Rankings -- a solid 6:02.6.
His classes: High watts and house music!
Brittany Shulman, Instructor
After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin, Brittany fell in love with fitness. An avid runner, she found her way to indoor rowing two years ago, and has been absolutely hooked ever since. Rō has been integral in Brittany’s fitness journey – the interval training paired with her technical focus helped her lose weight, build muscle, and gain confidence. Every time you sit down on an erg, you have a new challenge ahead of you and she’s excited to help others accomplish their goals!
In her spare time, you’ll find Brittany running races, trying new workout classes, or impulsively booking trips to new cities.
Her classes: A focus in on setting goals and how to get the most out of every workout!
After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin, Brittany fell in love with fitness. An avid runner, she found her way to indoor rowing two years ago, and has been absolutely hooked ever since. Rō has been integral in Brittany’s fitness journey – the interval training paired with her technical focus helped her lose weight, build muscle, and gain confidence. Every time you sit down on an erg, you have a new challenge ahead of you and she’s excited to help others accomplish their goals!
In her spare time, you’ll find Brittany running races, trying new workout classes, or impulsively booking trips to new cities.
Her classes: A focus in on setting goals and how to get the most out of every workout!
Emilie Johnston, Instructor
Emilie began rowing in upstate New York in 2008 and transitioned into coaching in 2016. She was a member of the varsity team at University of Wisconsin-Madison where she was both an athlete and team manager. Since graduating has spent time coaching at both the junior and collegiate levels including working as the Volunteer Assistant Coach with the Harvard Women’s Rowing Team. In addition to her on the water coaching, she worked as an indoor rowing coach at Drive Rowing Studio in Boston, MA before moving to Austin in June 2018. Emilie loves introducing people to the sport she loves so much! Besides coaching at Ro, Emilie coaches on the water in Austin with Texas Rowing Center.
Her classes: High level of technique with a high level of fun!
Emilie began rowing in upstate New York in 2008 and transitioned into coaching in 2016. She was a member of the varsity team at University of Wisconsin-Madison where she was both an athlete and team manager. Since graduating has spent time coaching at both the junior and collegiate levels including working as the Volunteer Assistant Coach with the Harvard Women’s Rowing Team. In addition to her on the water coaching, she worked as an indoor rowing coach at Drive Rowing Studio in Boston, MA before moving to Austin in June 2018. Emilie loves introducing people to the sport she loves so much! Besides coaching at Ro, Emilie coaches on the water in Austin with Texas Rowing Center.
Her classes: High level of technique with a high level of fun!
Samantha Tucker, Instructor
Samantha swam at the University of Texas at Austin from 2010-2014 where she was a a five-time All American and four-time Big XII Champion. She competed on the national and international stage throughout her career, and happily retired from the sport in 2014 after my last National Championship competition. She found a love of rowing at Rō Fitness and quickly became addicted to the rhythmic nature, athleticism, technique-focused, HIIT format of the classes offered. She earned two degrees in the Health Education domains, completing both my bachelors and masters at UT Austin. With almost a decade of experience in teaching group fitness in Austin, she loves a new challenge to share her passion and knowledge of health and wellness with others to help them achieve their goals!
Her classes: Upbeat music to get you going! Working hard and having an enjoyable experience is the only option! :D
Samantha swam at the University of Texas at Austin from 2010-2014 where she was a a five-time All American and four-time Big XII Champion. She competed on the national and international stage throughout her career, and happily retired from the sport in 2014 after my last National Championship competition. She found a love of rowing at Rō Fitness and quickly became addicted to the rhythmic nature, athleticism, technique-focused, HIIT format of the classes offered. She earned two degrees in the Health Education domains, completing both my bachelors and masters at UT Austin. With almost a decade of experience in teaching group fitness in Austin, she loves a new challenge to share her passion and knowledge of health and wellness with others to help them achieve their goals!
Her classes: Upbeat music to get you going! Working hard and having an enjoyable experience is the only option! :D