I was in Marketing and Sales prior to becoming a mother to my two beautiful children, Caden who is 2 1/2 years old and Anekin who is 8 years old. I became a member of Stroller Strides when Caden was only 4 months and I have been with Stroller Strides all of this time and now I am the Franchise Owner for Knoxville. It is a wonderful program for mothers and their children, you could not ask for a better way to spend your mornings with your children! I love and cherish all of the memories and friends I and my children have made through Stroller Strides and I am looking forward to making many more in the future!

Holly Kryter
Stroller Strides Knoxville Franchise Owner



I was a full-time PR professional before becoming a mom. Before I began teaching for Stroller Strides, I was really not wanting to return to work outside the home. When I read about Stroller Strides The words, "A business supportive of motherhood" would not leave my mind! That was two years ago! I have made so many wonderful friends through this program. Touching the lives of some many moms everyday has brought me a lot of satisfaction and joy!

Stephanie Ramirez
Stroller Strides Instructor


I was an IT professional before I became a mom. When my son, Luke was born, I decided to stay home and start a new “career.” I had always had in interest in fitness and had gotten my personal training certification when I was pregnant, but was not ready to commit to the hours required for me to manage my own business. I tried to work for a local gym, but Luke refused to stay in the provided nursery and I couldn’t handle the stress of trying to leave him there. So, I decided I just wouldn’t be able to attempt a fitness path until my son was older. About a year later and pregnant with my 2nd son, Logan, I found the local Stroller Strides. I immediately wondered if it was possible to become an instructor so I emailed the franchisee. ..and here I am, less than 6 months later, teaching Stroller Strides! It has been the perfect opportunity…I get to explore my fitness interests and workout with so many wonderful moms, I don’t worry about who is watching my boys while I teach and/or work out!

Kim Herrington
Stroller Strides Instructor

Prior to being a stay-at-home mom and Stroller Strides Instructor, Melanie worked at an interior design firm specializing in commercial design. Because of her love of children, she then decided to go work for UT Extension as a 4-H agent, teaching students on topics such as workforce preparation, money management, and teen issues. Her love of working with children led her to coach various youth clinics as well as coach a middle school volleyball team at Webb School of Knoxville. She realized that Stroller Strides was just what she needed when she became a mother and wants to share that with other moms. She became an instructor so she could help other mothers find the outlet they need to connect, and feel good about themselves. Melanie Spurgeon has been a member of Stroller Strides since September, 2007, and is one of the founding mothers and charter members of Stroller Strides Knoxville. In addition to being an instructor, she is also the Knoxville LUNA Mom’s Club Playgroup Captain. Melanie is married to Jonathan, a Knoxville native, and they have a son, Nash, born in June 2007 and a little girl on the way!

Melanie Spurgeon
Stroller Strides Instructor