Empowered Wellness Studio
About
Empowered Wellness Studio offers mixed martial arts training through knowledgeable instructors who provide gentle guidance and challenging classes accessible to all levels. The studio features a clean, warm environment with a full schedule of diverse classes including strength and conditioning, yoga, sculpt, and balanced athlete sessions. Founder Johnny Gillespie brings expertise as a strength and conditioning specialist and yoga teacher trainer, while the instructional team includes experienced coaches like Megan C, Christina M, David P, and co-founder Sara Gillespie, with Angela M serving as studio director and health and wellness coach.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the welcoming, inclusive community that feels like a second family, with many participating for years or even decades. They highlight knowledgeable instructors who provide gentle guidance, clear instructions, and personal adjustments during challenging classes accessible to all levels. Specific coaches mentioned include Presley for her motivating sculpt classes, Johnny for transformative private lessons, and the entire staff for bringing energy and focus. Reviewers describe life-changing experiences through both regular classes and the yoga teacher training program, noting physical improvements and a clean, calming studio environment with positive energy.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Lucy Haney
3 weeks ago
Fourteen years ago I started practicing at Empowered Wellness and my commitment to being a part of its community remains strong. EW is welcoming from the moment I arrive and it maintains a clean, warm environment. The instructors are so knowledgeable, encouraging and offer gentle guidance. Classes are accessible, but still challenging for any level because of the experience of the coaches. Most importantly, EW offers such a sense of community that I look forward to for every visit. The smiles and conversations are so inclusive. Join us and you'll see what I mean.
Cristy Agorilla
3 weeks ago
I’ve been a consistent part of the Empowered community for the past two years, and the experience has truly been life-changing. I initially began private lessons with Johnny to undo the effects that 30 years behind the chair as a hairstylist had taken on my posture. What I didn’t expect was how much deeper the transformation would go. Through those sessions, I discovered a desire to learn everything I could, not just about movement, but about the body, alignment, and overall wellness. That realization led me to join Empowered’s Yoga Teacher Training. Now, as I near the completion of YTT, I can honestly say this journey has expanded me in ways I never imagined. The teachers are exceptional, the guidance is intentional, and the sense of community is unlike anything I’ve experienced. I truly believe everyone would benefit from experiencing Empowered’s YTT, or at the very least, incorporating some of their classes into their wellness journey. With Love and Gratitude, CAdA
Kim Boyle
3 weeks ago
Started practicing with the Brand New Beginner class in 2005 and never looked back. First class teachers, best community. This is my second family.
Emily Cole
3 weeks ago
This studio is wonderful. I felt welcomed as soon as I walked in. The space is clean, calming, and has such a positive energy. They offer a wide variety of classes for all levels and have a full schedule, so it’s easy to find a time that works for you. Presley, who taught Sculpt, was amazing. She always brought great energy—even in a heated room—and made the class both motivating and fun. Her instructions were clear and she kept the class engaging the whole time. I also love how the community is such a diverse group of people, and the teachers genuinely care about your experience. They take the time to offer adjustments, give helpful cues, and check in throughout class, which makes you feel supported whether you’re new or more experienced. It really feels like a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can show up as they are. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a studio that offers great classes, great teachers, and a strong sense of community. 🧘♀️
Heidi Dell'Oso
3 weeks ago
I started at Empower in November taking Presley’s(the beast) sculpt classes. I also take balanced athlete classes. I am so happy with my results in just a few weeks. I am 50+ and was in a workout slump but Empower has revived me back to who I used to be. The entire staff from Concierge Di, Presley, Sara, Jonny, Katie and everyone else I have come in contact with - everyone brings so much energy, focus and knowledge to each class I take. I LOVE IT!
Contact
20 Montchanin Rd Suite #70, Wilmington, DE 19807, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Johnny Gillespie
Founder, Instructor
Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Yoga Teacher Trainer
Founder who began career in 1995. Fused western training with eastern philosophy to create Empowered Yoga and Balanced Athlete methodologies.
Megan C
Instructor
Christina M
Instructor
Angela M
Studio Director, Health and Wellness Coach
David P
Instructor
Sara Gillespie
Co-Founder, Instructor
Co-founder with shared vision over two decades, helped train over 1,000 instructors in their methodologies.