Meet Our Team
Coach Mallory Spoonts, PT, DPT, NCS
Rock Steady Boxing Dallas and Southlake
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Mallory earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May of 2015 from the University of Indianapolis. She became the owner of Rock Steady Boxing Dallas and Southlake as well as a Rock Steady Boxing certified head coach in May of 2019. In July of 2019, Mallory became a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy.
Why Rock Steady Boxing?:
As a physical therapist, Mallory saw a gap in care after discharging patients from physical therapy. She convinced her husband to help her open two Rock Steady Boxing programs to help bridge this gap and create a fun and safe place for those with Parkinson’s Disease to continue exercising! “To know one life has breathed easier because you have lived is to have succeeded.”-Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Hobbies:
Spending time with her husband, children, family and friends. Mallory enjoys traveling, especially home to Indiana, live music, good food and being outdoors
Coach Kristie Miller, CPT, CES, PNL1
Rock Steady Boxing Dallas
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.
Coach Rick Gonzalez
Rock Steady Boxing Southlake
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 in 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+.
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 my 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.
Coach Rachel Rubin
Rock Steady Boxing Southlake
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 my 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!
Lisset Padron
Rock Steady Boxing Dallas
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
Liss is a dedicated kickboxer with 7 years of experience. She has been working with Rock Steady Boxing Dallas since 2021 and making a positive impact with her high energy and passion.
Why Rock Steady Boxing?:
Liss is driven by her passion for helping others. She has made personal connections with each boxer and believes in the power of boxing for those with Parkinson’s disease
Hobbies:
Liss enjoys hiking, bouldering, and serene lakeside moments, where she indulges in reading and relaxation.
Jose Arreola
Rock Steady Boxing Dallas
Credentials/Experience with Rock Steady Boxing:
As an amateur/practitioner boxing trainer for over 5 years, Jose’s journey is marked by resilience and a commitment to positively impact lives in the Rio Grande Valley and Dallas area. Jose began volunteering for Rock Steady Boxing in 2021.
Why Rock Steady Boxing?:
With more than five years in the boxing community, I’ve faced challenges and tailored effective training strategies for diverse age groups, promoting fitness, discipline, and confidence. Beyond personal accomplishments, my deep passion for boxing drives my work with Rock Steady Boxing, witnessing daily the transformative power of boxing for those with Parkinson’s disease.
Hobbies:
Apart from boxing and community work, Jose engages in video games, hiking, content creation, and guitar playing, reflecting his commitment to a well-rounded life.