Specialties
iGnite is an inspirational community for women based on holistic health and fitness in Austin, TX. We empower and inspire women to reach their fullest potential and live their best lives. Our program is built upon the principles of holistic wellness and the experience and benefits of exercising outdoors and in a group setting. To fulfill our mission, we offer not only fitness classes but also educational opportunities, inspirational speaker series, workshops, service projects, social events, wellness retreats, remote group trips and more. iGnite is more than your average fitness group, as our program has been purposely created to inspire, instruct and inform women to live healthy, happy and holistic lives. We aim to challenge bodies, minds and spirits while chasing dreams, setting goals, and embracing the Austin community together. Throughout the iGnite program, our members are encouraged to set and reach goals, step outside of their comfort zones and celebrate their accomplishments.
History
Established in 2006.
Having worked in the health and fitness field for several years, Neissa Brown Springmann founded iGnite as a result and a calling from God and to fulfill her passion: to lead, serve, encourage and inspire women to nurture their body, mind and spirit in a positive, uplifting and encouraging community.
Since 2006, the iGnite leadership and community has flourished and continues to inspire, encourage and empower women to nurture their holistic needs so they can live their greatest lives.
The mission of iGnite is to inspire physical, mental and spiritual "fitness" so we can effectively serve and impact the lives of our family, our community and anyone in need. By surrounding ourselves with wholesome food, uplifting information and encouraging people, we enrich our minds, spirits and lives, and the sky is the limit, then we can make incredible impact!
Meet the Business Owner: Neissa S.
Originally from the small town of Riesel, TX, Neissa attended the University of Texas where she studied Kinesiology, Health Promotion & Fitness. She worked as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor for many years at Austin-area gyms and country clubs before founding iGnite in 2006. Her passions for holistic health and fitness, nature, as well as deep desire to inspire and encourage women in positive and non-competitve community in hope they can live the greatest life that God has created them for is her motivation.
Neissa and her husband Russell have 2 young children, Durant and Malaine, and now live in San Diego where she remotely leads her team and manages the business. Understanding the many demands of being a woman, she is passionate about women being part of a community that encourages a healthy & meaningful lifestyle.
Through iGnite, Neissa's team works everyday to inspire & encourage women to nurture their bodies, minds & spirits & live a full & impactful life.