Meet Our Team
Mallory Spoonts, PT, DPT, NCS
Owner and Head Coach
Credentials & Experience with Rock Steady Boxing
Mallory earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Indianapolis in May 2015. In May 2019, she became the owner of Rock Steady Boxing Dallas and Southlake, where she also serves as a certified Head Coach.
In July 2019, Mallory achieved distinction as a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy. She is additionally certified in LSVT BIG and PWR! Moves, evidence-based exercise programs designed specifically for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
Mallory continues to practice full-time as a physical therapist while dedicating her expertise to coaching and program development.
Why Rock Steady Boxing?
Through her work as a physical therapist, Mallory identified a critical gap in care for patients following discharge from formal therapy. To address this need, she partnered with her husband to establish two Rock Steady Boxing programs, creating a supportive, engaging, and safe environment for individuals with Parkinson’s disease to maintain an active lifestyle.
Hobbies & Interests
Outside of her professional work, Mallory enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, and extended family and friends. She has a passion for travel—especially visiting her home state of Indiana—as well as live music, good food, and outdoor activities.
Kristie Miller, CPT, CES, PNL1
Rock Steady Boxing Dallas
Head Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Kristie earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Missouri, Columbia. She's been a certified Rock Steady Boxing Coach since 2022. She is also a Cooper Institute Certified Personal Trainer, now (ACE) (2017), a NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (2018) and a Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified in Nutrition & Coaching (2021).
Why Rock Steady Boxing?:
Her Mom had dementia/Alzheimer's and this experience encouraged her to use her passion for fitness to focus on improved function and movement for mature clients.
Hobbies:
Cycling, running, swimming, kayaking, hiking, reading. She loves to be active and outdoors.
Rick Gonzalez
Rock Steady Boxing Southlake Head Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Rick started his Rocksteady coaching journey in 2018. The first couple of years up until the pandemic, he was running classes for those that were on walkers and wheelchairs plus those who could still move on their own with no help. He has ran classes of 1 all the way up to 20+. Rick teamed up with Mallory in October 2022.
Why Rock Steady Boxing?:
Rick actually didn't want to add the RSB program to his gym, as his hands were full. However, a friend convinced him to get the certification. He went to Indianapolis and quickly saw the impact this program had on lives. He came back to Fort Worth and began the program. The first boxer to walk through his doors was Jack Parks. He would soon become one of his favorite people. After a couple of months in the program Jack no longer needed a cane. Then him and his wife booked a trip and never stopped traveling after that. That's what did it for Rick. A person got their life back and enjoyed it to the fullest. He never looked back after that. These boxers give so much more than what we give them and Rick has been happy to do it ever since.
Hobbies:
Rick is a dudes dude. Sports, outdoors, grilling and some cold ones with the friends.
Rachel Rubin
Rock Steady Boxing Southlake
Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Rachel was blessed to happen upon Rock Steady Boxing Southlake through a gym she was managing and has been with them since March of 2021. Rachel started as a volunteer but completed her Rock Steady Boxing coach certification in September 2023. Rachel has a personal training certification through NESTA and a Nutrition Certification through NCSF, both since September 2019. Rachel also has earned her Senior Fitness Specialist certification in October 2023.
Why Rock Steady Boxing?:
Rachel was a stay at home mom for 14 years. Her boys, as they tend to do, became more independent leaving her with a lot of free time on her hands. She has always had a "want to help" mentality. She found that in the fitness industry. It's not about having the perfect bikini/beach body. It's about having a better quality of life all around. This program has a special place in her heart since her grandmother had Parkinson's, as well as one of her "other mothers". Rachel believes if she can help even just 1 person have a better quality of life managing this terrible disease, then her heart will be full and mission accomplished.
Hobbies:
Rachel loves to hang with her family, watch football, and work on her fitness. She also loves to eat good food and travel to fun places eating her way through!
Mallory King PT, DPT
Rock Steady Boxing Southlake
Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Mallory earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in May of 2021 from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She began working in an outpatient physical therapy clinic treating various neurological conditions and diagnosis, with a special affinity for Parkinson's Disease after attending physical therapy sessions with her late grandfather. Mallory received her Rock Steady Boxing Coach certificate in August of 2024, and also obtained a certification in LSVT BIG. Mallory still works full time as a PT, in addition to coaching Rock Steady classes.
Why Rock Steady Boxing:
As a physical therapist, Mallory recognizes the importance of exercise as a means to slow the progression of symptoms associated with Parkinson's Disease. She has seen the benefits of exercise for those with Parkinson's Disease but more so sees the benefit of community that Rock Steady Boxing offers for those fighting back against Parkinson's!
Hobbies:
Mallory enjoys activities such as hiking, skiing/snowboarding, being outside as much as possible with her husband and friends, drinking as much coffee as possible, and a good book!
Julia Pate PT, DPT
Rock Steady Boxing Dallas
Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Julia first joined Rock Steady Boxing in January 2024 during a clinical rotation for her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Trine University in Fort Wayne, IN, where she graduated in May 2024. What began as a volunteer experience quickly became a passion — and by January 2025, she stepped into the role of certified coach.
Outside the gym, Julia works full-time as a pelvic health physical therapist, bringing her expertise in movement and body awareness to every class.
Why Rock Steady Boxing?
Julia was first introduced to the Rock Steady Boxing community by her clinical instructor—and fellow head coach—Mallory Spoonts. From her very first class, she was inspired by the energy, resilience, and camaraderie of the boxers. Since then, her passion for RSB and its empowering community has only continued to grow.
Hobbies:
Julia loves staying active—whether it’s playing basketball, hitting the slopes for some skiing, or spending quality time with friends and family. She’s always up for anything that sparks a little friendly competition!
Chris Gimenez
Rock Steady Boxing Southlake
Assistant Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Bio to come.
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Ashley Stevens-Ballard PT, DPT
Rock Steady Boxing Dallas
Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Bio to come.
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Laura Solis
Rock Steady Boxing Grand Prairie Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Laura is a certified personal trainer through ACE Academy in 2024. Laura has also earned her Rock Steady Boxing certified coach certification in March 2025.
Laura loves the "Sweet Science." She is a 2nd degree black belt in Shotokan Karate. Laura has ben in the Boxing World for 25 years. She has worked and trained along side her husband, Roland Solis as an assistant coach. Together they have trained 7 National Champions through U.S.A Boxing.
Why Rock Steady Boxing?:
Laura's love of boxing has brought her to Rock Steady Boxing. After attending a class and connecting with the boxers in 2022, she knew she had the knowledge and ability to help others.
Hobbies:
Going on adventures with family and beautiful English Bulldogs.
Roland Solis
Rock Steady Boxing Grand Prairie Coach
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Bio to come
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