Our Staff

Meet Our Dedicated Team

AUSTIN LONGI

Austin Longi

Owner & Head Trainer

Austin Longi grew up in Stamford, Connecticut. He attended Greenwich High School where he was named All-Conference and All-State in Football and Track.​

He went on to play Division 1 football at Fordham University where he was a 4 year starter at Wide Receiver. While at Fordham, Austin was named First-Team All Patriot League in both his junior and senior seasons. Austin finished his career 5th in school history for receiving touchdowns and yards and 3rd in receptions.

After graduating from Fordham with a major in economics, Austin joined Neuberger Berman, a wealth management firm.

Austin is a certified Personal Trainer with experience in nutrition, lifting, fitness, speed and agility. He has a passion of getting the best out of all of his athletes by understanding them individually and holding them accountable no matter the circumstances. Austin is on a mission of developing young athletes by training 1:1, in small groups, or through coaching for Brunswick High School and the North Mianus Bulldogs (GYFL).

Austin lives in Stamford with his dog, Otis.

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Rodney Joyner

Owner & Head Trainer

For over 15 years, Rodney has helped athletes of all ages and skill level reach their full potential, at the same time he wanted to accomplish more than just training athletes. As an Owner/ Performance Coach he wants to educate people on the proper way to train and how to move from the inside out, to do this he wants to create a greater understanding of what human movement is and the programming behind it. His areas of expertise are Movement training, Strength and Conditioning, and Regeneration training.

Rodney graduated from Kings College , Political Science, he holds PT cert from AAAI, ISSA and EXOS, NASM PM, Nutrition Cert ISSA. He is also the Defensive Backs Coach at Greenwich High School.

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ISAIAH SEARIGHT

Nutrition and Full Service Coach

Born and raised in New Jersey, Isaiah is a lifelong athlete always seeking to push himself to new heights physically, mentally, and spiritually. He grew up playing football, basketball, and wrestling and was lucky enough to play division 1 college football at Fordham University. During his time there, he was a 3 year starter at TE, 3 time all league, and a 2 year team captain. Isaiah was fortunate enough to sign with the NY Giants and played one season with the ball club. He is now currently an IFBB professional Bodybuilder with aspirations to one day become an Olympian.

He began coaching back in 2020 when his professional football career came to a halt. It’s now his goal to empower his clients and athletes to not only achieve their goals, but to give them the groundwork to building lifelong healthy and sustainable habits.

Isaiah truly believes and strives to embody every day that it’s not about the destination, but the journey. He finds solace in hard work and is someone who is always looking for a new mountain to climb or new feats to conquer.

Isaiah's mission now is to pay forward all the knowledge and wisdom his mentors have given me. He is here to guide and help pave the way for anyone looking to cultivate the best version of themselves. Lets work.

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Chalon Lefebvre

Kinetic Response PT - Physical Therapist

With over 20 years of experience in the field, our physical therapist, Chalon Lefebvre PT, LMT, CSCS, is a highly experienced physical therapist who specializes in sports and orthopedic therapy, as well as providing geriatric in-home care. Her expertise has helped countless patients recover from a wide range of injuries, surgeries, and illnesses through personalized treatment plans.

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Zhaire House

Senior Personal Trainer

Zhaire (most people call him House) is a certified personal trainer (AAAI/ISMA) with a background rooted in competitive athletics, a love for movement, and a passion for helping others level up. Originally from Greenwich, CT, House played defensive back at Western New England University, where he earned Rookie of the Year and was named First Team All-Conference (2x). His journey started in Sports Management but shifted to Exercise Science when he realized my true passion was fitness and performance.

At The Ave, we train with purpose.

Some of his philosophies that he loves to preach with his athletes/clients are:

  • Attention to Detail
  • Mastering the basics of our craft
  • Having a plan/Executing it at a High Level/Being able to pivot to fit the needs of our athletes

He has been the Defensive Backs at Greenwich Country Day School for the last 2 seasons and brings that same energy, structure, and dedication into every training session.

When he's not coaching or in the gym, he's behind the bar (6+ years strong), on the slopes snowboarding, exploring new places, or watching the Jets (yes, still loyal through the highs and lows).

His goal here at The Ave is create a fun, inclusive space where our athletes enjoy getting better each day in and day out. Let’s train smart, push limits, and build something real.

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CAMILA DUBOY

Personal Trainer

Camila (or Coach Cami) is a Chilean-born athlete and fitness enthusiast raised in Riverside, CT. With a lifelong passion for sports, primarily tennis, but also basketball and volleyball, she has been dedicated to fitness for as long as she can remember. After earning a Psychology degree from UCONN, Camila spent seven years in Human Resources before shifting gears to pursue her true passion. Recently a certified personal trainer (AAAI/ISMA) and now working towards a Master’s in Sports Psychology, she is committed to helping others achieve their fitness and overall wellness goals.

Camila deeply believes in the power of movement for holistic health and aims to create a training environment where clients feel understood, motivated, and encouraged to push their limits in the best ways. She is especially passionate about incorporating psychological principles into her coaching, helping clients not only build physical strength but also develop mental resilience and a stronger mind-body connection.

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STEVEN RANDAZZO

Personal Trainer

Steve is a former college football player turned trainer who brings heart, experience, and a deep sense of purpose to every session. He played at Washington & Jefferson College—one of the most decorated Division III football programs in the country—after a high school career where he earned All- Conference honors on both sides of the ball and served as a captain in football and basketball.

But his story didn’t come without setbacks. After suffering two ACL tears, Randazzo questioned whether his playing career could continue. That changed when he trained with Coach Joyner, who not only helped him return to the field but pushed him beyond what he thought was physically possible. Steve went on to start his senior year and be part of an undefeated, championship season. That transformation is what fuels his approach to training today.

Now, as a certified trainer, Steve works with athletes and clients of all levels—helping them move better, feel better, and reach goals they once thought were out of reach. He’s been coaching for over five years, with experience in both boys’ and girls’ sports across multiple age groups. He knows there’s no cookie-cutter approach to performance or confidence, and he takes pride in adjusting his coaching style to fit each individual.

Whether you’re a young athlete looking to take the next step or someone just trying to feel more at home in your own body, Steve creates an environment where you feel seen, supported, and challenged in all the right ways. He trains with purpose and expects his clients to show up with the same energy. You’ll never be just another face in the gym—you’re part of the team.

For Steve, coaching is more than a job. It’s a responsibility. It’s a privilege. And it’s a craft he works at every day—because helping someone else become the strongest version of themselves is what it’s all about.

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Natalie Pesantez

Content Creation

Natalie was born and raised in Stamford CT where she went to Stamford High where she was a stellar student athlete, participating in both Ice Skating and Lacrosse. After graduating from Central Connecticut State University, Nat decided to pursue a career in social media and marketing, utilizing her photography and editing skills to build a successful career.