Meet Carla, our vibrant POUND ICON hailing from Dublin, Ireland. Carla brings a dynamic energy to her classes that is uniquely Irish: warm, welcoming, full of passion and where the craic is mighty.
Carla discovered her passion for POUND® fitness almost 10 years ago, quickly falling in love with POUND’s strong sense of community and FUN.
Carla’s expertise lies in crafting high-energy, inclusive classes that are suitable for all fitness levels, from beginners to seasoned pros. Her signature style blends infectious enthusiasm with a keen understanding of movement and form, ensuring every participant feels empowered and motivated.
Carla loves team teaching and hosting fellow POUND family members! Don’t hesitate to reach out and connect.
What’s your favorite way to make someone feel like a rockstar in class?
POUND is more than just a workout; it’s about finding your inner strength and confidence. The moves are designed to build not just physical strength, but also mental resilience. My role is to inspire and encourage participants to push their limits, celebrate their progress, and leave the class feeling empowered and ready to take on anything. I aim to create a space where everyone feels capable and confident.
What’s the one thing you always tell your class before starting?
I can’t take credit for this one, I taught an event with my fellow ICON Jess McKee and she said: There’s so many times in life we need to be quiet and polite and now is absolutely not one of them. I’ve always adored that praise.
I’ll add to that and say: Let’s make some noise, have FUN, and own this POUND class!”
If your life had a theme song, what would it be?
If my life had a theme song, it might be I’ll Be There for You by The Rembrandts, the Friends theme tune, as it embodies support, friendship, and being there for one another through ups and downs. It’s a feel-good anthem that resonates with the importance of connection and camaraderie.
If you could choose your own rockstar nickname, what would it be?
I once read that a rockstar name is formed by combining your pet’s name with your mother’s maiden name. Following that rule, my rockstar name would be Marley Starks! I love this idea because my dog, Marley, possesses the most wonderful qualities (friendly, loyal, playful and loving come to mind), and my mum will always be the ultimate rockstar I look up to.