Meet Our Team
Learn more about Taproot, our values, and the people behind the work.
Tanya KNight
Owner, Certified Personal Trainer
With over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Tanya is passionate about helping individuals build confidence, strength, and long-term wellness through personalized coaching. She finds great fulfillment in supporting people as they develop new skills, overcome challenges, and achieve goals they may not have thought possible.
As the owner of Taproot Personal Fitness Studio, Tanya created a space inspired by the strength and resilience of the taproot — a strong foundation from which growth begins. Her vision is to provide an inclusive, supportive environment where clients feel empowered, welcomed, and guided throughout every stage of their fitness journey.
Tanya is equally committed to fostering a positive and balanced environment for the Taproot team, believing that supported coaches create the best experience for clients. At Taproot, the focus is on personalized training, genuine connection, and helping individuals build sustainable habits for lasting health, strength, and well-being.
Alannah Dhut
Certified Personal Trainer
Alannah is a certified personal trainer with a deep-rooted passion for health, fitness, and holistic well-being. From a young age, she has been inspired by the power of movement — both physical and mental — and the transformative impact of balanced nutrition, intentional care, and sustainable lifestyle habits.
Her mission is to help others feel strong, confident, and empowered in their own skin through supportive, personalized training and a balanced approach to overall wellness. Alannah is especially passionate about women’s health, including ante- and postnatal fitness, and is dedicated to supporting women through every stage of life.
Whether you’re just beginning your wellness journey or looking to take it to the next level, Alannah meets every client with enthusiasm, encouragement, and genuine care.
Jamie Anthony
Certified Personal Trainer + Nutritionist
Jamie is a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutritionist with over a decade of experience in the health and wellness industry. Passionate about the science of fitness and nutrition, she helps clients cut through social media trends and misleading wellness advice to build sustainable, individualized habits that truly support their goals.
Believing there is no one-size-fits-all approach, Jamie creates personalized programs tailored to each client’s unique needs and lifestyle. She is especially passionate about making fitness accessible and sustainable through Taproot’s online coaching program, which offers customized training, nutrition coaching, and built-in accountability through an easy-to-use app.
Alongside her fitness and nutrition expertise, Jamie holds a Master-Level Certification in Life Coaching, allowing her to support clients in achieving goals both inside and outside the gym. Her mission is to empower people with the tools, structure, and confidence needed to create lasting change. Her specialties include nutrition, strength and conditioning, mobility, online programming, life coaching, women’s health, and senior fitness.
