Our Team

Pete Rowley

Pete Rowley previously served as the Director of the Parisi Speed School at the Sinking Spring Family YMCA in Berks County. Pete played professional soccer for the Philadelphia Kixx of the Major Indoor Soccer League. Unfortunately, his career was cut to just 1 year in the pro ranks before multiple knee injuries forced career ending knee surgery.
Prior to the pro ranks, Rowley attended Syracuse University where he earned his B.S. in Exercise Physiology. At Syracuse, Rowley led the team in scoring as a freshman, earning Big East offensive honors and the Team MVP. He captained the team his senior year leading them to its most wins in 10 years. Pete was named to the Big East Academic All-Star team 3 times in his 4 years at Syracuse. He was awarded the2009 Frank Shantz award for excellence in academics, athletics, leadership and community outreach by Syracuse University. 

Alida de Rooij

Assistant Program Director

Alida attended Syracuse University, where she earned her B.S. in Health & Exercise Science, as well as her M.S. in Exercise Physiology. While at Syracuse University, Alida helped out with numerous Exercise Science research studies, was an active member of the Major’s Club and was the graduate assistant for the Wellness, Health, Exercise and Education in Life (W.H.E.E.L.) Club. Alida understands the importance that flexibility, strength, range of motion and agility plays in an athlete’s overall performance through her extensive research at the University. Fun Fact: Alida is a certified ZUMBA Instructor and is excited to teach classes here at Parisi.  

 Carl Cutler

Performance Coach

Carl comes to Parisi by way of Hanover, New Hampshire (home of Dartmouth College). He currently attends Syracuse University, and is a senior in the Exercise Science department. Since 2008, Cutler has been a member of the Syracuse University football team, including the 2010 Pinstripe Bowl team. Cutler was a member of the 2010 Spring, 2010 Fall and 2011 Spring Athletic Director's Honor Roll, and the 2010 BIG EAST All-Academic Team. Over this past summer Cutler had the opportunity to train with world renowned trainer Bill Knowles at iSport in Killington, Vermont, where he gained a thoroughly educated perspective on personal training. Cutler cannot wait to incorporate this training view to the already impeccable Parisi curriculum.

Kevin Nellis

Owner

Kevin Nellis is the owner of Parisi Speed School Baldwinsville. He is also the co-owner of Physical Therapy Plus, which operates several physical therapy offices in Central New York. Kevin received his B.S. in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College in 1983. He is a member of the McKenzie Institute, USA. Kevin is passionate about helping kids get active and is excited to bring Parisi Speed School's proven methods to the Baldwinsville area.

Jim Rosier

Jim is responsible for managing communications with Parisi Baldwinsville's professional relationships, and is involved in the financial administration of five Physical Therapy Plus Offices. He is a key contact for development of programs that offer physical ability testing/ pre-placement screening exams for many local companies. Jim has served on the MACNY Worker's Compensation Task Force, and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Syracuse Executive Association. He is also past president of the Syracuse Executive Association and is a Village Trustee for the Village of Liverpool.