MEET THE TEAM

AMANDA

KAJEN

General Manager

EDUCATION:

Bachelors in Communications from Marymount Manhattan College

NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
NASM Senior Fitness Specialist
NASM Golf Fitness Specialist

SPECIALTY AREAS:

Strength Training
Exercise for fat loss
Injury Prevention
Boxing/Kickboxing
Sports Conditioning
Kettlebell Training

PHILOSOPHY ON FITNESS & LIFE:

As the General Manager of Rowes Wharf Health Club, Amanda is passionate about creating an inclusive space where every individual feels welcomed, engaged, and empowered. Her mission is clear: to exceed member expectations, foster a culture of health and wellness, and guide everyone on their fitness journey.

With extensive experience in the fitness industry, Amanda has successfully launched and managed various gyms and fitness studios, including the iLoveKickboxing franchise, and a CrossFit affiliate in Manhattan. As a personal trainer and group fitness coach, she blends her diverse expertise in martial arts, ballet, and strength training to nurture clients through injury prevention, fat loss, and mind-body fitness.

Outside of the club, you can find Amanda organizing hiking trips with friends, biking, and painting. A Level II Reiki Practitioner, she practices self-Reiki and meditation daily, believing that mental and physical well-being go hand-in-hand. Amanda looks forward to meeting each and every one of you!

COREY

DRAFFEN

Fitness Manager

EDUCATION:

B.S. Kinesiology, University of Massachusetts-Amherst
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
FMS Level I & II Certified
Golf Fitness Specialist
Licensed EMT

SPECIALTY AREAS:

Functional Strength Training
Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
Weight Loss
Sport Specific Training
Mobility and Flexibility

PHILOSOPHY ON FITNESS & LIFE:

Corey’s fitness philosophy is centered on the strength of self. He believes his role is not to dictate, but rather to guide and support his clients while offering the appropriate tools, knowledge, and encouragement along the journey to self-improvement. Corey aims to help his clients discover and foster a deep understanding of their strengths, limitations, and goals, so that he may help them achieve lasting transformation.

MAX

SILVERMAN

Personal Trainer

EDUCATION:

● Bachelors of Arts in Political Science, Emmanuel College

● ACE Certified Personal Trainer

● CPR/AED Certified (American Health Training)

SPECIALTY AREAS:

● Strength Training & Muscle Building

● Weight Loss

● Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

● Functional Movement

PHILOSOPHY ON FITNESS & LIFE:

Max believes growth is built through discipline, challenge, and consistent effort. Strength training develops resilience and confidence, while jiu jitsu teaches humility, adaptability, and problem-solving under pressure. Together, they shape both the body and the mindset.

Driven by determination and a commitment to lifelong growth, Max views fitness as a practice, not a destination. He helps others build strength that extends beyond the gym, empowering them to move better, think sharper, and face challenges with confidence and humility.

VINCE

SPINELLA

Fitness Specialist

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Health Sciences @ University of Missouri
Bachelor of Fitness Programming @ University of Missouri
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
American Red Cross CPR/AED

SPECIALTY AREAS:

Strength Training for Muscle Growth
Strength Training for Weight Loss
Bodybuilding

PHILOSOPHY ON FITNESS & LIFE:

I believe that progress not only in fitness, but in life as well, comes from showing up - especially on the days when it feels uncomfortable. My goal is to help people build strength that goes beyond the gym and confidence that carries into every aspect of life.

ZAINA LEAK Massage Director+Licensed Massage Therapist Background and Specialty Areas: Zaina Leak is a licensed Massage Therapist of 8 years. She has spent most of her career working in sports therapy helping people work through injuries and assisting in recovery for athletes. She specializes in deep tissue and stretching techniques. In 2018 she went back to school to become certified in oncology therapy. After many years of working in fitness facilities she wanted to broaden her scope to all people in need of physical healing. She thrives in helping those in need, from patients in great physical pain to clients with mild tension.

ZAINA

LEAK

Massage Director & Licensed Massage Therapist

Zaina is a licensed massage therapist of 8 years. She has spent more of her career working in sports therapy helping people work through injuries and assisting in recovery for athletes. She specializes in deep tissue and stretching techniques.

In 2018 she went back to school to become certified in oncology therapy.

After many years of working in fitness facilities, she wanted to broaden her scope to all people in need of physical healing.

She thrives in helping those in need from patients in great physical pain, to clients with mild tension.

SPECIALTY AREAS:

BACKGROUND

LESLIE

CRAVEN

Swimming Instructor

EDUCATION:

BA, History, University of California at Santa Barbara
ARC Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard
AEA Water Fitness Instructor
Harvard Swimming Instructor
Masters Swimming Coach
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Therapist

SPECIALTY AREAS:

Stroke Refinement
Distance Swimming
Triathlon Swimming
Water rehabilitation
Interval training plans

PHILOSOPHY ON FITNESS & LIFE:

A life long swimmer, Leslie has extensive background in open water swimming. From the lakes of Canada and Wisconsin to Hawaii, California and Costa Rica, water has always been the focus. Open water races led to competing in the pool and becoming a professional. With a love of teaching, the joy of a person taking their first strokes never gets old.

Outside the club, you will find Leslie on Harvard campus, teaching, lifeguarding, swimming with Cambridge Masters Swimming Club and still competing.