THE LEADERSHIP TEAM
Shekeyla Genà
Founder & Visionary
Shekeyla Genà is the founder of The Power House of Gastonia, a community-centered organization created to empower individuals through fitness, athletics, leadership, entrepreneurship, and creative innovation. Her mission is to build more than a facility she is building a legacy where purpose is cultivated, confidence is developed, and communities are transformed.
Ja'kavious Clower
Head Cheer Coach
Rayanah Stratford
Rayanah Stradford (Ray)
Lead Dance Instructor
Rayanah “Ray” Stradford is a passionate dancer, choreographer, and educator dedicated to inspiring the next generation through the art of dance. A graduate of Central Piedmont Community College with an Associate of Arts in Dance (2020) and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a Bachelor’s degree in Dance Performance and Choreography (2024), Ray combines technical training with a genuine love for movement. As Lead Dance Instructor at The Power House of Gastonia, she is committed to creating a fun, encouraging environment where students build confidence, develop their skills, express their creativity, and experience the joy of dance.
ELENA ROSSI
Programs & Movement Lead. Elena oversees our fitness classes and leadership workshops for local youth.