Meet our Staff
The YMCA of Chilton County
YMCA of Chilton County Staff
A note from the Director
Lori became CEO of YMCA of Chilton County in August of 2016. In a recent interview with her, she shared who she is and what drives her to do her work at the Y.
“I absolutely love my work at the Y, and I am honored to be able to serve my county and its people in this capacity. I believe it is our responsibility to address critical social issues in our community. I believe Chilton County’s critical social issues include family structure, health, economy, and diversity.
While leading the YMCA of Chilton County, I will strive, along with the help of our board members, staff, volunteers, and participants to address these issues and better Chilton County. Currently, LBR, summer camp, and Y afterschool programs are programs that address these issues. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve here.” – Lori R. Patterson.
Administration
Lloyd Lykes
Assistant Director
My name is Lloyd Lykes. I have been employed by the YMCA of Chilton County since 2020. In 2021, I accepted the role of Assistant Director. Along with the Assistant Director position, I also work with our afterschool program and referee soccer games. I enjoy the inexpectancy of each day at the YMCA.
Christi Mitchell
Director of Youth Development
I’m Christi Mitchell. I enjoy working at summer camp, HKAA, and the front desk at the YMCA. My husband David and I have one son (Dennis) and three dogs. I have a B.S. degree from UAB. We worship at The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit in Alabaster. My hobbies are hiking, reading, SCUBA diving, and chaperoning the Pride of Chilton County Marching Band.
Michelle Perrin
Office Manager
My name is Michelle Perrin. I am the Office Manager of the YMCA of Chilton County. I have been at the Y since 2018. I have been married to my lovely husband for 31 years. We have two sons, which reside with their wives and children in Texas and Arkansas. I enjoy spending time with my black lab, Drake, and playing pickle ball.
Tisha Woodham
Compliance Director
Hello my name is Tisha Woodham. I have been the director of compliance since 2019. When COVID hit our nation, I also added food services to my title. You will find me at the front desk early a few mornings and my afternoons are spent working in the back shuffling papers and feeding our HKAA kids. Our Lunch Box Rocks program runs on Saturdays where you will find us in the big white van serving meals to the youth in our community. In my spare time I enjoy hanging with my husband and 2 sons, thrifting, plants, and anything to do with crime. Working at the Y is fulfilling in so many ways!
Front Desk Associates
Kyndal Bolton
Gracie Brewer
Alexis Byrd
My name is Alexis Byrd. I have been with the YMCA of Chilton County since 2021. I was previously the fly bungee instructor but now I work in the after school program and at the front desk. I am currently in my third year of college at UAB studying Biology with minors in Chemistry and Public Health.
Hayden Carter
My name is Hayden Carter. I am a front desk attendant of the YMCA. I am a senior at Maplesville High School. I am a varsity cheerleader. I love shopping and playing softball.
Baiden Little
My name is Baiden Little and I am a Senior at CCHS. I am active in SGA and President of my class. I’ve always been active in community projects and purposes. This started as a Cub Scout in first grade and has progressed to me earning my Eagle Scout badge. I have put veterans and community first in my journey to attain this goal. I am also an avid airplane flyer and achieving my pilot’s license is one of my foremost accomplishments.
Gymnastics Department
Latisha Traywick
Assistant Leader of Gymnastics Dept.
I am Latishia Traywick, and I have coached gymnastics, tumbling, and/or competitive cheerleading for over 25 years. Several of those years have been here at the YMCA of Chilton County, where I was also a member of the CCY gymnastics team and Y-time all-star cheer program. I am currently the Assistant Leader for the Gymnastics program and primarily coach our competitive athletes and do private lessons. I have four wonderful children Kerragan, Konner, Kallie and Kinnsley.
Hannah A
Gymnastics Coach
Hello! I’m Hannah! I am a gymnastics coach for the YMCA of Chilton county! Im a junior at Billingsley School where I also am on the cheer team!
Bella W.
Gymnastics Coach
Hi! My name is Bella! I am a gymnastics coach at the YMCA of Chilton County. I cheer for Billingsley School!
Jaden M.
My name is Jaden. I am a gymnastics coach for the YMCA of Chilton County! I am a Junior at Maplesville High School. I did gymnastics for 11 years, and I am glad I get the opportunity to share some of my knowledges with the CCY Gymnastics kids!
Fitness Instructors
Amandalyn Barr
Amandalyn has a passion for empowering women to be their own first responder through teaching defensive pistol, unarmed/armed women’s classes as well as encouraging everyone to be the healthiest version of themselves by teaching Barre. Physical fitness is integral to living a balanced and healthy life as well as helping to improve situational awareness along with the ability to protect oneself and loved ones. Barre classes focus heavily on core strength while incorporating legs, glutes, arms and abs for a low impact but high results class suitable for all skill levels. It is never too late (or too early) to start a full body workout program! This is no wimpy class and is welcoming to men and females alike. When she isn’t teaching at the gun range or at the Y, she focuses her free time on homeschooling her three children, church and studying herbalism on their family ranch with her awesome husband Mackay. Each one of us is on a journey with a purpose, make every moment count and train harder. See you in class!
Debbie Brunner
I am Deborah Bruner. I teach Yoga here at our YMCA. I hold a 200hr certificate through YOGAFIT and am currently working on a 300hr certificate through Radiant Body Yoga. I have used yoga as my primary exercise for the last 20 years as I care for body, mind and nervous system. My husband and I celebrated 39 years of marriage this year. God and Family are at the core of my heart. We have 4 children and 6 GRANDS. I also love playing music and learning new things…I hope to take up dancing soon. I am 58 years old. We are never too old to find more movement.
Robin Green
Donna Hill
My name is Donna Hill. We moved to Clanton from Auburn about 20 years ago. It was after we moved that I became serious about fitness. I am certified in Group Fitness, Barre, Pilates, and Yoga. I am also a certified personal trainer. I am currently teaching Pilates.
Nicki Melton
Nicki is a barre instructor. She is a dog mom of a golden doodle and a lab. She loves spending time with her niece, family and friends. Nicki loves Jesus, reading books, the lake, Auburn football, trips to the beach and sunsets.
Kelly Winton
Kelly Winton, a Florida native, transitioned to the fitness industry in 2012 after 20 years in corporate risk management and safety. She built her fitness career in Bradenton, FL, becoming a Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor with expertise in Power Zumba, Power Dance, Kickboxing, Barre, and foam rolling/muscle recovery classes.
In 2022, Kelly, her husband Charlie, and their daughter Joie moved to Clanton, AL, where she continues to inspire as an instructor at the Chilton County YMCA.
Specialized in working with individuals with Parkinson’s, Kelly holds certifications in Boxing for Parkinson’s, Total Parkinson’s, and Total Brain and Body Instruction. She currently teaches the Total Brain and Body class, a neurofitness program that enhances memory, cognition, balance, strength, posture, and gait.
Outside of work, Kelly is a happy wife and a proud mother to a senior in high school and 2 grown children. She loves Jesus, her grandkids, cats, crafting, and dessert.
Amber Wood
I am Amber Wood. I live in Thorsby, AL with my husband, Chris Wood and our four children. During the day you can find me homeschooling and transporting kids to extracurricular activities. At night, we are usually at the Y! You can find Chris in the weight room and I love the fitness classes. I enjoy leading ST2, TRX intervals and Fit Kids. My kids love soccer, tumbling, gymnastics and volleyball. The YMCA has activities for us all!
Whitney Zugg
My name is Whitney Zugg and I teach Cardio SWAG at the YMCA of Chilton County. I also teach the
STEAM program at Clanton Elementary School. My husband and I moved our family to Clanton in 2014,
now have 3 children, and have loved calling this city our HOME. I enjoy my time working at the YMCA
and see the investments made into each person that walks through the door. I am proud to be a part of
a mission to positively impact the lives in our community.