Meet our Staff & Volunteers
Pamela Stickler
President
As Founder of The RECing Crew, Pam has been actively involved since 2002 with her son who is an active participant of The RECing Crew. She also actively volunteers in the community with the Adaptive Program Committee with the Family Y, GRU Family Faculty, North Augusta Project Lifesaver, North Augusta Service Network, and Tri-Development Center Foundation. Pam has been the recipient of the WJBF – Giving Your Best Award 2008; WRDW – Time to Care and the 2013 North Augusta Citizen of the Year
Joanna Smith
North Augusta & Georgia Program Coordinator
With over 20 years of business administration/clerical experience and over 15 years of food and beverage experience, Joanna joined our staff in 2010. She oversees the development of programming in North Augusta and Georgia, coordinates all of our Cruiser events, and single-handedly runs the AlleyCats program.
Terra Shepherd
Art Coordinator
As a Licensed and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with 20 years of experience in human services she has a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. As the Art Coordinator for the ART-ability Studio, Terra selects and plans art projects so those participating can express themselves through art.
Hayden Seymour
Music Coordinator
Hayden serves as the Band Director and music teacher at Schofield Middle School, where she loves sharing her passion for music with her students in Aiken County. A talented musician, she studied Saxophone Performance at Augusta University before bringing her expertise into the classroom. She calls North Augusta, SC home and serves as the music coordinator for The RECing Crew.
Sierra Key
Administrative Assistant and Aiken Program Coordinator
Sierra brings 15 years of experience in children's programming to her role at The RECing Crew, where she loves providing recreational programs and events for individuals with disabilities. Her background includes serving as the Director of Children's Ministries at Graniteville Community Church and as the Children's Pastor at Graniteville COG. She holds a Master’s in Organizational Leadership from Charleston Southern University and a Bachelor’s in Communication and Biblical Studies from Columbia International University.
Loralee Kokovich
Jazzercise
A Franchise Owner and Certified Instructor since 1988, Loralee leads Jazzercise to The RECing Crew, Elementary School Children, Adults and Seniors. The music and choreography is what makes the program so special and gives everyone a good feeling in a fun atmosphere. Loralee says, “The RECing Crew are especially close to my heart, and I thoroughly enjoy being with them.”
Brandy Simons
Crew Chefs Coordinator
Brandy keeps busy balancing her love for community and culinary treats as the Crew Chefs Coordinator at The RECing Crew and the Owner of Brandy’s Jams, Jellies & Cookies. With a diverse background that includes studying Medical Assisting at Augusta Technical College, she brings a unique blend of care and creativity to everything she does. Outside of her busy schedule, she proudly calls North Augusta home.
Amy Pack
Photographer
Wherever we are, whatever we are doing... you can always find Amy with her camera, capturing those moments for us. She is vital in helping preserve those special moments.
Lindsay Southwell
Ballet Tout le Monde, Ballet Instructor
Ballet Tout le Monde, which means ‘Ballet for Everyone’, began in 2013 at the Columbia County School of Ballet and is under the instruction of Lindsay Southwell. Lindsay is a classically trained ballet teacher, with 17 years of instructing both children and adults. She has a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and currently is also employed with the Columbia County Schools, and CSRA Therapy Services, Inc.
Pam Wooten
Center Stage Dance Academy, Owner and Instructor
RECing Crew Groove began in 2016 under the direction of Pam Wooten, the owner of Center Stage Dance Academy. Pam began dancing at the age of 11 and has been teaching ever since. She has studied tap, jazz, ballet, pointe, clogging, hip-hop and lyrical with her specialties being tap and clogging. Pam has won numerous awards for her performances, routines and several choreography awards for her dances. Pam participated in the opening ceremonies of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta and took several of her dancers to participate in the 2004 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.
Rachel Griffin
North Augusta School of Dance, Owner and Instructor
Our North Augusta Tap began in 2014 and Introduction to Dance in 2016; both are under the direction of Rachel Griffin who is the owner of North Augusta School of Dance. Rachel has been dancing for as long as she can remember. She started assisting with classes at the age of 14 and went on to teach her own classes at only 15 years old! She was awarded the WRDW News 12 Time to Care Award in May 2016 for her leadership in the community. In addition, Rachel locally works with athletic teams, theaters, daycare programs and donates her time to non-profit organizations in the area.
Nick Lyons
Next Level Fitness & Boxing, Owner and Instructor
Next Level Fitness and Boxing gives everyone from beginner to professional level a place to participate in the great sport of boxing. From young children to adults they are equipped to get the best out of their athletes at any age.
Mark Greubel
Greubel’s Mixed Martial Arts, Owner and Instructor
Greubel’s Mix Martial Art program began in February of 2018 under the direction of Mark Greubel, the owner of Greubel’s MMA for the past 12 years. An Augusta native, father of 3 and coach of Team USA Kickboxing, Mark has volunteered as a boxing coach for 6 years with the Augusta Boxing Club and helped coach addicts in recovery for 1 year at The Discovery House in Atlanta. This program builds Self-Confidence, Self-Discipline, Self-Awareness and Self-Respect while improving hand and eye coordination. Have FUN working out with your friends!
Andy Watford
Watford School of Karate, Owner and Instructor
Watford School of Karate, owned and operated by Andy Watford, has been teaching students the martial arts for over 30 years. Watford School of Karate offers karate and self-defense classes for all ages and skill levels. Self-Defense is a vital skill for anyone to learn. It will instill confidence, boost self-esteem, and enhance safety.
Pat, Don, John, Mark, Manuel, and Leslie
North Augusta T-RecS Coaches (Baseball & Basketball)
Pat, Don, John, Mark, Manuel, and Dr. Ash have coached many youth basketball and baseball programs within our community. Their love for the games and coaching has brought them to The RECing Crew to volunteer their Saturday mornings coaching our T-RecS programs and Miracle League Team.
Krissy, Tonia, Beverley, Sean
Aiken T-RecS Coaches (Baseball & Basketball)
Krissy, Tonia, Beverley, and Sean bring years of experience coaching youth basketball and baseball throughout our community. Their passion for sports and dedication to coaching inspired them to share their time and talents with The RECing Crew, volunteering their Saturday mornings to coach our T-RecS programs and Miracle League Team.
Team Moms & Advocates
Elsa Rodriguez
Miracle League, Team Mom
A parent of a member of The RECing Crew, Elsa assists our coaches with our Miracle League players during the games as our Team Mom.
Kathy Haupfear
Team Mom & Advocate
As a parent of a member of The RECing Crew, Kathy assists us with the North Augusta AlleyCats, our North Augusta Office, and volunteers with many additional programs. She is active on the Program Committee and has a passion for volunteering wherever needed with The RECing Crew.
Amy Weeks
Team Mom & Aiken Advocate
A parent of 2 members of The RECing Crew she is the Aiken T-RecS Team Mom and is an Advocate for our programs in the City of Aiken. She is active on the Program Committee and has a passion to volunteer as needed with all the programs with The RECing Crew.
Zell Ruczko
North Augusta T-RecS, Team Mom
A parent of a member of The RECing Crew, Zell is our North Augusta T-RecS Team Mom assisting our coaches and players.