Bill Thorpe, MD, PhD – President

Golden Home Fitness was founded by Bill Thorpe in 2015 to help others conquerthe fitness challenges he himself overcame. Being a full–time Physician and Biomedical Engineer while helping to raise a family, Bill was short on time and high on stress. Soon the health, fitness and vitality he enjoyed as a college gymnast was replaced by weight gain, lethargy and poor health. Losing 50 pounds after hiring a personal trainer, Bill had an epiphany. He decided to open a fitness studio model that was much more comprehensive, convenient and attractive than any existing gym. Golden Home Fitness is the result of Bill’s personal insight and subsequent mission– to empower people to live healthier lives. It incorporates a holistic approach to wellness. You can get personal training, physical therapy, nutritional counseling and a massage all under one roof. You can also take group training, fitness, personal defense or yoga classes in the Golden Home Fitness studio. In addition, we can come to your home or condominium, or provide you with online virtual training. Eliminating the challenges Bill and many of us face, Golden Home Fitness makes consistent and personal life–changing progress accessible to everyone.
Bill has taken on several entrepreneurial ventures and start-ups in the medical, engineering and educational fields. Golden Home Fitness’s immediate success and consistent positive feedback after launching in the Boston area, allowed him to spread his exceptional one-of-a-kind fitness studio beyond Massachusetts. Our clients are living proof that focusing on optimal health and fitness leads to a better quality of life. Bill still continues to progress with the help of his trainers, and feels better at 62 than he did before his transformation. Golden Home Fitness is named after his two Golden Retrievers, who have been part of his motivation because he knows motivation is key!

Evan Aubrey – Vice President

Golden Home Fitness was founded with a mission to provide clients with the most comprehensive health and wellness experience possible.  Rounding up the area’s best Personal Trainers, Evan Aubrey was at the top of that list.  Evan is passionate about fitness and has a genuine desire to help others live their best lives.  Having competed in Mixed Martial Arts for the past fourteen years, he has first-hand knowledge of what it takes to be a hardcore athlete. Evan received an Associate’s Degree in General Studies from Bristol Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education from Bridgewater State University.  He believes education is a life-long process.  Continuing his education he became a Corrective Exercise Specialist, Medical Exercise Specialist as well as Orthopedic Exercise Specialist. In addition to being a certified Nutrition Coach. Evan has the expertise you need to get you where you want to go.  His knowledge, experience, and passion will put you on the fast track to optimal fitness.

Laura McLaughlin – Personal Trainer & Blog Author

Laura has excelled as a Personal Trainer for the past 9 years. She has worked with all kinds of clients in a multitude of settings, one-on-one as well as in groups. Laura prides herself on the ability to effectively design and fine-tune the optimal strategy for each person she works with. She understands that some people thrive on competition while others succeed with a much gentler approach. Laura is from Argentina and is fluent in Spanish. Laura also teaches a broad range of fitness classes including HIIT, Spin, Boxing, Barre, Strength, Pilates and Light and Fit. Laura is an avid runner, having run the Boston Marathon three times, as well as many other races. Laura is on a mission to transform lives through fitness. What makes her well-equipped is the fact she grew up hating exercise and being an emotional eater. It is her own life-affirming transformation that fuels her desire to help others achieve the same. She can relate to the challenge and knows how best to address each stage of the game. Laura is also a passionate writer who uses the medium to spread her knowledge of fitness and nutrition. She believes that maximizing you health brings a sense of well-being which positively affects all areas of your life.

Kaeleigh Aubrey - Director of Marketing & Studio Manager

We are fortunate to have Kaeleigh Aubrey as our new Director of Marketing, Studio Manager, Zumba Instructor and Personal Trainer. As a nationally ranked wrestler, Kaeleigh has the drive, resilience and competitive spirit necessary for the job. Health has always been at the core of Kaeleigh’s life. She has excelled at many sports including Softball, Wrestling, Basketball and Rugby. Kaeleigh wants to help others live active and healthy lives which is why she is a licensed Zumba Instructor and avid Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. In 2014, Kaeleigh received her Medical Assisting Certification. Her clinical skills combined with her athleticism and enthusiasm make her an exceptional addition to our Golden Home Fitness team.

Nerivaldo Trindade- Brazillian JiuJitsu Instructor

Nerivaldo (Neri) Trindade is one of Golden Home Fitness’s outstanding Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instructors. Neri, who is from Linhares, Brazil, began practicing BJJ in order to teach his sons. He became so passionate about the sport that fourteen years later, he is still teaching the martial art, as well as competing in it. Neri is a very accomplished and competitive member of the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF). He has been the champion of the IBJJF Boston tournament three times. He has also won the Pan American Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tournament multiple times. Neri also has countless other wins to his name.

Neri believes that BJJ is more than just a sport or a means of self-defense. To him, it is a way of life. The fundamental skills learned in the dojo carry over into all aspects of your life. Besides keeping you in optimal shape, BJJ teaches you discipline, respect and perseverance. It is also a great way to manage stress, boost self-confidence and build lasting friendships.

BJJ is at the center of Neri’s life, as well as that of his entire family. He is excited to be able to introduce both adults and children to the sport. He is a very talented and caring teacher, who is very well liked by his students. Neri’s teaching style is rooted in respect, and he aims to create a safe and welcoming environment for all his students, from beginners to pros. Neri is fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish.

Felipe Lemongi- Brazilian JiuJitsu Professor

Felipe Lemongi is one of the excellent Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Professors at Golden Home Fitness. Felipe was born in Rio de Janeiro and started his BJJ journey at the age of 15. He is now a very accomplished BJJ and self defense instructor with over two decades of experience in the martial art. Felipe’s love of BJJ has taken him across the globe to teach and share his knowledge with fellow enthusiasts. With a wealth of experience and skill, he has helped countless individuals achieve their fitness goals.