The driving force behind KEEN FITNESS is Ankeen Tashdjian. Passion and motivation drives Tashdjian to provide the ultimate fitness environment for women. Tashdjian has immersed herself in over 300 hours of classroom instruction and 200 hours supervised hands on gym time at a six month program through NPTI (National Personal Training Institute) as well as certified through NASM (National Academy of Sports and Medicine).

She is also certified as a CrossFit Level 1 trainer and continues to educate herself on all things fitness and nutrition. A lifelong athlete Tashdjian has a strong bond with her clientele as she can relate to the ups and downs that every woman faces with health and confidence. Breaking points are only a stepping stool to a larger reward. When you’re ready to give up, Ankeen won’t.

Fitness is my passion!  I was born and raised in Bulgaria, Eastern Europe, and from an early age I became passionate about fitness. Training and competing as a gymnast developed a solid foundation for athletics, and ignited my desire to continue growing as a fitness professional. 

I am NASM certified, and TRX Qualified coach. Additionally, I coach indoor cycling and am in the process of becoming a NASM Master Trainer.  My objectives as a coach are to inspire, motivate, encourage, and mentor my clients in creating and sustaining healthy lifestyles.

Coaching others is an art and science! Knowing the client’s strengths helps me to develop progressive programs that will build upon their strengths and further challenge them to improve and accomplish their goals. 

If you want to hear more about myself just ask me! Take my classes and accept the challenge to better yourself!

I’ve been teaching kickboxing for 10 years plus! Not only do I LIVE to workout, but I LOVE to workout! To share my passion for fitness and pushing clients to their limits is such a rewarding feeling!  The desire to help others achieve their best led me to teach kickboxing and everyday I find that fulfillment in my job!

I love being able to introduce women to a sport that they may have normally not been attracted to, and furthermore, tailoring my workouts to allow women to feel empowered by their beautiful bodies!

I have a sweet little boy, and I went through my entire pregnancy working out, adapting, adjusting and understanding the need to stay physically and mentally balanced.

I always encourage my clients to push harder in their workouts while incorporating a fun, non-intimidating environment.

Movement is my form of meditation. It allows me to be completely present and grateful for my body while constantly challenging my mindset. My goal is to help others unlock the ability to use exercise as a tool for connecting with themselves.

I’m a firm believer in the mental and physical benefits of boxing and strength training, so when I found Keen I knew I had met my perfect match! I’m an ACSM certified Personal Trainer, Certified Kickboxing Instructor, and am so excited to coach the incredible women at Keen.