Lainey Hellman

Methodical / Funny / Persistent / Reliable / Honest

I have been training as a student with the Equilibrium family for nearly five years and I am excited to join the team as an instructor for the kids’ Muay Thai program! Off the mat, I am an elementary Special Education teacher and instructional coach in Baltimore City Schools. I’m thrilled to bridge my professional expertise and passion for teaching young children with my love for kickboxing. As a teacher, my goal is to provide each student with a rewarding and fun experience that is appropriate for their current skill level. I believe all students are capable when given opportunities that allow them to capitalize on their areas of strength, and when we as teachers help them set realistic but rigorous goals. I plan to bring that same mindset to my kickboxing classes- along with my kid-approved jokes and expertly curated, time-tested classroom playlist! When kids come to my class, I want them to be ready to work hard, have fun, laugh a lot, and try new things. And also possibly have an Encanto sing-along dance party.

Mantra: You don’t control the weather, but you do fly the plane.