Meet Olena

Hi, I’m Olena!

I grew up in Ukraine, where wellness was not simply something people talked about; it was something woven into everyday life. My appreciation for living well, staying active, nourishing the body, and finding balance developed early and has remained an important part of who I am. What began as a personal interest eventually grew into a lifelong passion and a professional commitment to helping others experience the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.

I am a certified yoga therapist, personal trainer, and group fitness instructor with a background in Ayurvedic and plant-based nutrition. Since 2013, I have had the privilege of teaching fitness and wellness classes and working with individuals from different backgrounds, fitness levels, and stages of life. Throughout the years, I have continued to expand my knowledge and experience in movement, yoga therapy, nutrition, and holistic approaches to health. These experiences have reinforced my belief that wellness is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It is a personal journey that looks different for everyone.

Beyond my professional work, I am the founder and board president of Radiant Hero’s Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting military and first responder families through holistic wellness experiences. Through this work, I have seen the value of creating opportunities for people to reconnect with themselves, strengthen relationships, manage stress, and make their well-being a priority.

Through Fit Journey Life, I bring together my professional experience and personal passion to make wellness more approachable, meaningful, and sustainable. My approach recognizes the connection between movement, nutrition, and overall well-being. Whether you are beginning your fitness journey, building strength, exploring mindful movement, learning about plant-based nutrition, or looking for ways to incorporate healthier habits into your everyday life, my goal is to help you discover practices that support your individual needs and goals.

I believe wellness is about more than how we look or how much we exercise. It is about how we feel, how we nourish ourselves, how we move, and how we care for our overall well-being. Small, intentional steps can create meaningful changes over time. You do not have to be perfect; you simply have to be willing to begin.

Fitness. Health. Nutrition. Three important elements of a healthier, more balanced life.

I invite you to join me on this journey. Let’s make wellness a way of life!

Welcome to Fit Journey Life!

Chitta Vritti Nirodha

Quieting the Fluctuations of the Mind

Dog Tags & Boots

Trauma-informed yoga classes for military community to promote health, resiliency, and connection.

Family Connections Yoga

Fun-filled classes for the whole family, to include grandparents, for strengthening the familial bond.

Partner Yoga

Trust-building retreat classes for you and important person in your life for developing emotional connection. Perfect date night!

Children's Yoga

Shared experience focused on strengthening your body while bonding with your baby.

Laughter Yoga

Prolonged voluntary laughter practice with healing benefits of yoga.

Yin Yoga

Slow-paced practice with asanas held for extended periods of time.

A Pea in the Pod Yoga

Keeps the future mom fit and promotes baby's health, while preparing the body for labor.

Yoga Nidra

Yogic sleep - deep relaxation technique known to reduce stress and expand self-awareness.

Restorative

Introduction to variety of meditation and breathing techniques.

You & Me Yoga

Keeps the future mom fit and promotes baby's health, while preparing the body for labor.

Vinyasa Flow

Yogic sleep - deep relaxation technique known to reduce stress and expand self-awareness.

Restorative

Introduction to variety of meditation and breathing techniques.

Numbers Speak

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NASM Certified Personal Trainer and  AFAA Group Fitness Instructor. 

happy clients
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Gold’s Gym, Rose State College, Tinker AFB, Kadena AFB, Camp Foster, MWR Okinawa. 

programs & trainings
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Hatha Yoga, Sunrise Yoga, Practical Pilates, Jillian Michaels Body Shred, LesMills Body Step, Zumba, STRONG by Zumba,  Whole Foods Plant-Based Nutrition

Benefits of yoga

  • Improved posture and flexibility
  • Development of muscle strength
  • Reduced stress levels
  • Boost of the immune system
  • Deeper understanding of oneself

What my clients
say about me

I love your Zumba class. Because your class is fun and everyone is all smiles!! I can’t speak English well but your class is friendly and I made friends!!! “私はあなたのズンバクラスが好きです。 なぜなら、あなたのクラスはとても楽しく、みんな笑顔で溢れています。 私は英語がうまく話せませんが、あなたのクラスはとてもフレンドリーで友達ができました!”
Yoshiko Masukura
Rehabilitation nurse
I was a student at Rose State College, and Olena Steinmetz was my Zumba instructor - the college required a health/physical class as a graduation requirement, so I signed up for Zumba. Olena brought a radiant energy to the class, and she encouraged all her students. She showed modified moved for those who may have physical limitations, and she encouraged us to stay hydrated!I also love how if I heard a song that I thought would work with Zumba, she was more than willing to work on developing a choreography to use the song. Olena quickly became an instructor I adored to the point of going to a gym outside the college, just so I could attend her classes. Olena is a rarity in the fitness world. She truly cares about the health and well being of others. I love how warm and welcoming she is, and I love how she meets people at their level of fitness, and encourages them to do their best. Those who are fortunate to take a class with Olena will walk away with the assurance they have a top notch fitness instructor.
Sarah Stone
VRS II
Imelda Obledo
Teacher