The Heart Behind The Beat
Meet Your Certified Instructors
Valerie Gouse
Val unlocked a new passion when she took her first cardio drumming class at her local YMCA. She fell in love with this easy, yet effective workout – so much so that she earned her instructor certification in 2021 and has been teaching cardio drumming classes to kids, adults, and seniors in the South Jersey area ever since.
Prior to starting Drum2BFit with her mom, Judy, Valerie earned a master’s degree in library science and worked as a librarian at Cumberland County College for 12 years. Now she holds a PhD in communication and is an English and Communication professor at Rowan University.
With her extensive background in education and her clear love of music and exercise, it’s no wonder Drum2BFit has found so much success in only a few short years! Valerie lives in Vineland, NJ with her husband and two young daughters who also enjoy cardio drumming.
Judy Bonato
Judy was drawn to cardio drumming after her very first session at her local YMCA because it was a fun way to enjoy music she loves and spend time with her daughter Valerie.
As a recently retired librarian of 15 years and a master’s degree holder, Judy truly understands the importance of keeping an active mind and body post-retirement. She and Val completed their instructor certification together and have been teaching cardio drumming classes to kids, adults, and seniors in the South Jersey area since 2021.
Judy enjoys living in Vineland, NJ close to her daughter and two granddaughters who always find an excuse to drum with her!