Danielle Devine-Baum
With over 15 years of experience in the fitness world, I started my career on a spin bike. I spent a decade in the NYC boutique fitness world, where I had a front row seat to the boom of specialized studios. As an instructor and Regional Creative Director, I found my passion in developing talent—helping instructors step into their most authentic selves, teach exceptional classes, and build meaningful, lasting communities. I also had the opportunity to oversee more than 100 instructors and be part of the opening of 30+ boutique cycling studios. Through that experience, I gained a deep understanding of what it takes to grow, scale, and sustain a successful fitness business.
In 2018, I founded DDB Fitness, which evolved from a personal training business into a livestream group fitness platform with a full schedule of classes and an on-demand library.
After six years of building DDB Fitness, I stepped into a new chapter as Director of Healthy Living, Youth Sports, and Enrichment at the Ridgewood YMCA. In this role, I’m able to merge my industry experience with my passion for creating inclusive, community-driven wellness experiences that are accessible to all (plus, you can still find me leading DDB Fitness for our weekly Sunday livestream, or on demand anytime).
For me, fitness is much more than a workout. It is a place to join together. It is release. I believe in the power of fitness to be transformative and FUN. My goal is to spread joy with each pedal stroke (or squat) and I can’t wait for you to be a part of the journey.
My greatest accomplishments are my two boys, Hudson & Arlo, to which I give half the credit to my incredible husband Robbie.
Credentials:
NASM CPT • AFAA Group Exercise • Peak Pilates FitCORE™ •PROnatal Pre/Post Natal Performance Training Specialist • FPM Prepare • Child & Adult CPR/AED