ABOUT ROWDY
In it for Everyone
The ROWDY Mermaid is so much more than a fitness studio. It’s a place to glow up, be your best self, and truly shine with the support of our talented team.
We’re all about bringing the energy and having fun while pushing you to your max.
How It Started
Amelia grew up in the water. Four years an NCAA All-American swimmer. Years after that spent teaching kids to move their bodies and believe in what those bodies could do. She knew what it felt like to be strong. She also knew what it felt like to walk into a gym and feel like you didn't belong there.
She started The ROWDY Mermaid in 2024 after noticing there was a lack of genuine and unique fitness studios on The Jersey Shore. Amelia wanted to create a space for the girls who were deemed “too much,” the individuals who may be intimidated by get back into fitness, or those who were yearning for a community who yould accept them for exactly who they are.
The name says the rest. Mermaid because the ocean raised her. ROWDY because quiet was never going to cut it. This studio was built to be loud, sweaty, and completely unbothered by what fitness is "supposed" to look like.
What started as one woman and a heat lamp turned into a crew. A community. A place on Main Street in Belmar where people show up as they are and leave stronger than they walked in.
What Makes The ROWDY Mermaid Different?
The ROWDY Mermaid is Belmar, New Jersey’s only infrared fitness studio, and we’re changing the way you move. Infrared heat works with your body to boost circulation, reduce inflammation, speed recovery, and detox naturally. Every workout feels powerful, clean, and energizing.
What makes us the best fitness studio on The Jersey Shore is more than the heat. Our instructors bring the fire, our community lifts you up, and every class is designed to build strength, confidence, and lasting results.
This is fitness that transforms body and mind. This is The ROWDY Mermaid.
Stay rowdy. Stay strong. See you in the heat.
Our Community, Our Biggest Flex
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ROWDY is more than a workout studio, it’s a place where I have built physical and emotional strength and cultivated lifelong friendships. So often do workout studios perpetuate a certain look in both their instructors and their patrons. I want to work out at a place that welcomes all types of bodies and people and is free of judgement. At ROWDY, everyone is welcome, and their inclusive environment is what matters most to me. Pushing people to their limits and showing them what they are capable of is what owner Amelia is most passionate about. Her love of fitness and humorous personality is infectious. I look forward to my classes every week and I am so happy to be a part of the community.
Samantha K.
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I attended a Hot Sculpt class at The ROWDY Mermaid and it was absolutely amazing! The instructors brought such high energy and made the class both fun and challenging. Their instruction was top-tier, and their vibe was contagious. Even with a two-hour drive, it was 100% worth it. I’ll definitely be coming back and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an energizing and uplifting workout experience!
Ashlee D.
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This women-owned fitness studio is truly one of a kind. The atmosphere is empowering, welcoming, and full of positive energy. The classes are challenging but fun, and the instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and motivating. You can tell they truly care about helping each person reach their fitness goals. The studio itself is beautiful, clean, and well-maintained. Whether you’re a fitness newbie or an experienced athlete, The ROWDY Mermaid is the perfect place to get stronger, both physically and mentally.
Lexi S.
Step Into the Heat
Recovery is where the real growth happens. Our infrared sauna helps your body repair faster, reduce soreness, and reset your mind after every workout. It’s your time to breathe, slow down, and give your body the care it deserves.
Book a single 30-minute session or grab a session pack on Mindbody to make sauna recovery part of your weekly routine. Your body will thank you, your mind will clear, and you’ll feel ready to take on whatever’s next.
Meet the Crew
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OWNER / INSTRUCTOR
Amelia Buckley is the driving force behind The ROWDY Mermaid. With a passion for fitness and a love for creating vibrant energy, Amelia's journey as a fitness influence spans over a decade.
Her mission at The ROWDY Mermaid is simple: to cultivate an atmosphere where people feel supported, encouraged, and energized.
Amelia's credentials speak volumes about her expertise: she holds a CSCS certification, alongside group fitness certification from NASM, and is certified in CPR, AED, and first aid.
With a background rooted in strength and conditioning, Amelia's experience is displayed by her collegiate swimming career, earning her the title of a four-time NCAA All-American athlete.
Beyond the gym walls, Amelia embraces an active lifestyle, indulging in activities like surfing, running, and swimming, with a particular fondness for beach workouts blending sand training, surfing, and swimming.
As a health and physical education teacher, Amelia's dedication to fitness extends beyond her business. Her inclusive approach caters to individuals of all levels, including adapted physical education.
With Amelia at the helm, you're not just attending a fitness class – you're embarking on a journey of empowerment, vitality, and rowdiness.
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Kristen is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and licensed Barre instructor with a gift for blending strength and grace.
With three years of teaching and coaching experience, she’s built a class style that merges the fluid control of Pilates and barre with the power of strength training. The result is a dynamic, challenging, and energizing workout that leaves clients stronger, more balanced, and confident in their movement.
Her Barre, Pilates, and Strength classes at The Rowdy Mermaid reflect her passion for both fitness and the ocean.
When she’s not leading in the studio, Kristen is in the water surfing, lifeguarding, teaching surf lessons, or capturing the ocean through her photography.
That same love of flow, grit, and freedom shines in every class she teaches, inspiring clients to build strength and confidence that carries into every part of life.
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Brett Cap is a powerhouse trainer and YouTube creator with over 475,000 subscribers and more than 10 million views under his belt.
For more than a decade, he’s built a global community by sharing high-energy workouts, fat-burning HIIT routines, and no-nonsense fitness advice.
As a celebrity trainer and trusted voice in the industry, Brett brings a mix of intensity, precision, and motivation to every class. His burn and power sessions are designed to push limits, build strength, and deliver real results that last long after you leave the mat.
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With over 15 years of practice and more than a decade of teaching, Cassie brings depth, rhythm, and energy to every vinyasa flow.
Her classes move at an invigorating pace, weaving music, breath, and movement into a seamless meditation in motion.
Expect pulsing transitions, strength-building sequences, and flexibility work that ignite muscle, challenge endurance, and leave you with that addictive post-class burn.
Most importantly, her studio is a judgment-free space where students of all levels can explore, grow, and feel supported on their journey—whether you’re stepping on the mat for the first time or advancing a long-term practice.
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Mackenzie is a Jersey girl through and through, now bringing her energy and expertise to Spring Lake with her husband and golden-doodle.
A lifelong athlete, she grew up competing in dance and lacrosse before diving into kickboxing, weight training, and strength-based fitness.
Certified in boxing, weight training, and CKO kickboxing, Mackenzie designs high-intensity, full-body workouts that challenge endurance, build strength, and leave you feeling unstoppable.
Whether it’s HIIT, shadow boxing, or plank and mat work, her classes pack a punch while keeping the energy high and the vibe fun.
When she’s not in the studio, Mackenzie thrives outdoors—surfing, skiing, hiking, or adventuring with her dog—bringing the same passion and optimism she brings to every class.
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With a lifelong passion for movement and a strong foundation in Pilates, Carly brings both expertise and energy to every class she leads.
LAGREE certified, her approach is rooted in alignment, control, and body awareness, ensuring clients build strength safely while unlocking their full potential. Carly’s BURN and SCULPT class at The Rowdy Mermaid is a fiery fusion of precision and power.
Expect dynamic flows, targeted toning, and endurance-building sequences that push limits and ignite results.
Beyond technique, Carly is known for her motivating presence and ability to inspire confidence in every client, no matter their fitness level.
Her classes are equal parts challenge and empowerment, giving you the tools to get stronger, move with purpose, and leave the studio feeling unstoppable.
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Emily is a Certified Personal Trainer, Pilates Instructor, and Nutritionist who brings serious knowledge and passion to the studio.
With over five years of experience in fitness and nutrition, she has guided clients through one-on-one training, group classes, and personalized coaching designed to deliver lasting results.
Backed by a B.S. in Dietetics and Nutrition and currently pursuing her M.S. in Sports Nutrition, Emily understands how to connect movement and fuel to maximize performance and overall health.
Her classes at The Rowdy Mermaid — Sculpt, Core Focus, Power, Barre, and Burn — combine strength, precision, and intensity.
Expect targeted sequences that fire up the core, build endurance, and leave you feeling strong and empowered.
Emily’s holistic approach blends her expertise in training and nutrition, creating an environment where clients can push limits, reach goals, and leave with a renewed sense of confidence.
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Eleonora Zampatti brings over 25 years of expertise and an unstoppable passion for movement to every class she leads.
Born in Milan and trained across more than 25 certifications—spanning yoga, Pilates, personal training, Aquafit, spinning, and beyond—she’s mastered the art of building strength with accessibility.
Once an international step champion, Eleonora has since evolved into a globally recognized yoga teacher, fitness influencer, and author, partnering with top brands and inspiring communities around the world. Her classes fuse grit and grace, balancing intensity with flow, so every client feels both challenged and empowered.
Whether it’s yoga, Pilates, bootcamp, or HIIT, Eleonora’s mission is simple: push you to discover your strength, find your rhythm, and leave the studio stronger in body and mind.
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Amanda brings athletic grit and fresh energy to every class she leads. Originally from Brighton, Michigan, she moved to New Jersey in 2023 to pursue a career in professional hockey, and her lifelong passion for sports naturally evolved into teaching.
Certified in Lagree Fitness and virtual coaching, Amanda has a talent for blending intensity with support, making sure every client feels challenged yet capable.
Her sculpt, burn, power, and Lagree-inspired classes are designed to build strength, confidence, and endurance while fostering a community that lifts each other up.
Whether you’re chasing performance or simply showing up for yourself, Amanda is ready to push you toward your best.
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Morgan is a former Division I soccer player who knows what it takes to train hard, stay disciplined, and push past limits.
After years of competing at the highest level, she traded the field for the studio, channeling her love of movement into teaching.
At Rowdy Mermaid, Morgan leads burn, sculpt, and power classes that fuse athletic intensity with purposeful, Pilates-inspired control.
Her goal is simple: challenge you to dig deep, move with intention, and walk out stronger, more resilient, and ready for whatever comes next.