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Akela Collins is the owner of Empirica Fitness LLC, operating as Akela Fit since June 2020, which focuses on bridging personal training with virtual fitness. With experience as a personal trainer and group exercise instructor at Gainesville Health & Fitness since August 2015, Akela also serves as the Director of Studio Q and is an accomplished fitness instructor specializing in Zumba and Dance Fitness since February 2012. Previous roles include Certified Group Fitness Instructor at North Central Florida YMCA and Director of Marketing and Brand Management at Tocoi Productions, Inc. Akela holds certifications in personal training, group fitness instruction, and nutrition, and is pursuing a Master’s degree in Global Strategic Communications from the University of Florida. Educational credentials include a BS in Telecommunications/Production and an AA in Journalism.