Today we’d like to introduce you to Wende Jones.
Hi Wende, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
My career in wellness began when I was just 17, the summer between my junior and senior years of high school. I started teaching step aerobics at our local city park and water aerobics at the country club pool, and from the very first class, I knew I had found my calling. Fitness lit a spark in me that has never gone out. I went on to earn multiple group fitness and personal training certifications and worked at the local hospital’s cardiac rehab facility while attending college. By the time I was 18, I had opened my first business, teaching fitness, tumbling, and cheerleading to children—all while pursuing my degree in Exercise Sports Science. Those early years shaped everything I’ve built since. They taught me not only the science of movement but also the joy of helping others discover their strength and confidence through it.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
For the most part, my journey has been smooth and deeply fulfilling. The passion for coaching and teaching has always come naturally to me — it’s the logistical side of running a business that took more time to master. Things like paperwork, scheduling, and all the behind-the-scenes details weren’t where my heart was, but they were essential parts of the process. Still, the rewards have far outweighed the challenges. Owning my own business allowed me the incredible privilege of raising my children alongside my career. I never had to put them in daycare, and I was even able to homeschool them, which turned out to be a true blessing for our family. Looking back, every bump in the road was simply a lesson that helped me grow stronger as both a mother and an entrepreneur.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I’m the owner of Phoenix Wellness Center in Kerrville, Texas — a place I built to redefine what wellness truly means. After more than three decades in the fitness and health industry, I’ve learned that lasting wellness isn’t just about exercise; it’s about balance, recovery, mindset, and connection.
Phoenix Wellness Center is more than a gym — it’s a holistic wellness destination where people come to heal, strengthen, and grow. We offer everything from personalized fitness coaching and strength training to advanced recovery tools like hyperbaric oxygen therapy, infrared sauna, cold plunge, and contrast therapy. My goal is to help people understand how their bodies work and to teach them how to take care of themselves from the inside out.
What I’m most proud of is the community we’ve created. People come in for physical results but end up finding something much deeper — confidence, clarity, and a sense of belonging. I think what sets Phoenix apart is that we blend heart and science. We use cutting-edge wellness technology, but the foundation is still human connection and individualized care.
Phoenix Wellness Center is more than my career — it’s my life’s work. It’s where people come to rise up, rebuild, and rediscover their health and purpose.
So, before we go, how can our readers or others connect or collaborate with you? How can they support you?
People can work with me in a variety of ways depending on where they are in their wellness journey. At Phoenix Wellness Center, we offer personal training, small group fitness, and customized wellness coaching programs that meet people exactly where they are — whether they’re just beginning or ready to take their health to the next level. We also welcome local professionals and businesses who want to collaborate on community health initiatives, educational events, or creative wellness partnerships.
For those outside our area, we offer online coaching programs designed to bring the Phoenix experience to anyone, anywhere. These programs combine education, accountability, and mindset work to help people feel and function at their best.
The best way to support what we’re doing is simply to get involved — stop by, take a class, experience one of our recovery modalities, or share our message with someone who needs it. Every person who walks through our doors contributes to the energy and purpose behind Phoenix Wellness Center. Together, we’re building a stronger, healthier community — one person at a time.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Www.phoenixwellnesscenter.net
- Instagram: phoenixwellnesscenter_llc
- Facebook: Phoenixwellnesscenter
