Johnny Gillespie, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, e-RYT

"Deep within all of us lies dormant faculties and talents that can be realized and developed through living a healthy and fitness conscious lifestyle. It is within our ability to foster and develop these forces that we can reach our truest and deepest potential."

Johnny Gillespie, a dynamic and youthful teacher, founded Plexus in 1999 with the perspective that fitness was more than just exercise. Plexus is a health and fitness company located in Wilmington, Delaware offering fitness services within the private and public sectors. 

Johnny began his career in 1995 after graduating from West Virginia University School of Physical Education. He holds numerous certifications in the fitness field including the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).

In 2002 he founded Empowered Yoga, the sister company of Plexus, which currently operates yoga centers in Wilmington, Newark and from within the Hockessin Athletic Club. Johnny is a national presenter with the NSCA where he teaches the Balanced Athlete Program. His extensive study of both western and eastern science allows him to deliver an experience unlike anything you have ever felt before.    

Johnny currently lives in West Chester with his wife Sara and their three children Jimmy, Leia and Liam. He studies and practices daily with the teachers of Empowered Yoga.