Declan

Name: Declan Julien

Hometown: Trinidad W.I.

Why BYKlyn? Since starting at Byklyn, I've developed very close relationships with many students who've become regulars and close friends. Teaching here doesn't feel like work.

What’s your class really like: Tough but fun. All fitness levels welcomed and challenged. I try to keep the workouts akin to when we were kids on the playground having fun, when physical activity didn't seem like exercise.

What’s your music vibe: Lively and upbeat (spell P-A-R-T-Y). Expect anything, especially reggae and soca but other genres aren't out of the question. Rides are mostly rhythm-based.

Life beyond the BYKlyn: I love being near the water (hence my current locale of the Rockaways). Preferred vacation of choice includes sailing the high seas. I also love taking my workouts outdoors.

Anything else you want us to know: I’m currently in a love/hate relationship with mud/obstacle races--Spartan races in particular.

Social Media info:
FB: Declan Julien or D. Julien Fitness

IG:@DJulienFitness

Declan instructs the following:

Strength & Conditioning

If your goal is to improve your strength, power and athleticism, then this is your class. Expect a variety of exercises focusing on upper body, core and lower body– always fun with great music. If you take my class often (and I hope you do) you’ll see new movements with equipment like kettlebells, sandbags, resistance bands and TRX. Each class will begin with a dynamic warm up, stretching your body to be ready to move. We will end with our cool down to focus on more static stretching and recovery.