Our Roots

RÖRE was born from a deeply personal experience and one that is all too relatable. After a multitude of injures and surgeries, our founder found herself navigating a fragmented and often confusing health and wellness system — one that rarely felt personalized, and even less often truly supportive.

From that experience came a simple conviction: movement and health should never be one-size-fits-all. Every person is different, and the path to feeling and performing your best should reflect that.

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Rooted in purpose

At RÖRE, our members are the foundation — the strong, grounding core from which everything begins. Every experience we create is an intentional extension of that foundation.

From this center, our ecosystem unfolds: training, classes, wellness, rehabilitation, recovery, spa, café, events, and beyond. Each offering is thoughtfully designed as a natural extension of our philosophy — refined, purposeful, and deeply interconnected.

Like a living system, everything at RÖRE grows from and returns to you, the individual. Rooted in care and precision, our approach is designed to support the whole person, allowing each member to evolve, strengthen, and flourish in every dimension of life.

<h2>Your Team</h2>
At RÖRE, we hold ourselves to the highest standard. Our team of experts include licensed healthcare providers, movement specialists, wellness professionals, and culinarians who make your success their mission.

Makenzie Larson Meet our Founder

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Founder & CEO, Director of Movement & Functional Medicine
Makenzie, MS, LAT, ATC, FAAFM is a certified and licensed athletic trainer. Education: University of Virginia – Master of Science in Sports Medicine Western Michigan University – Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Applied and Ethics based, and a Minor in Biomedical Sciences, Division 1 Women's Soccer Team Captain and Bronco Award for selfless leadership Favorite Aspect of RÖRE: The People - our team and members & attention to detail…the incredible food is up there… Personal Mantra: "People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care." Happy Place: Berry Islands Bahamas or Hiking with my dad and Tucker Daily Rituals: Salt water first thing in the morning, intentional exercise, walking Tucker after a long day of work, calling my mom, and pre-bedtime tea
Kelly Rossi Meet Our Director of Nutrition

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Kelly Rossi, MS, RD, LDN, IFNCP
 Education: Pennsylvania State University – Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences, Minor in Kinesiology George Washington University – Master of Science in Exercise Nutrition and Eating Behavior Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University – Dietetic Internship Favorite Aspect of RÖRE: It's unique from all other businesses and the food is fire! I love being around the people both in person and virtually. We all work together and have fun! Personal Mantra: Progress not perfection. Work hard, play hard. Life is a journey, not a destination. Try your best and that's the best you can be! Happy Place: Bethany Beach, DE Daily Ritual: Sitting down with coffee and breakfast with the family while we rush around getting ready — chaotic but we try. When I wake up early enough, I love going for a walk around the pond down the street and listening to the birds. Being outside in the morning feels so peaceful.
Sanne Marino Meet Head Chef

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Sanne Marino
 Education: Purdue University – Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Purdue University – Bachelor of Science in Animal Science Schoolcraft College – Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts Favorite Aspect of RÖRE: The emphasis on OVERALL health. The world makes it easy to focus on things solely concerned with physical health; however, mental health, social well-being, and spiritual health are all equally as important! Personal Mantra: "You are free to choose, but you are not free of the consequences of your choice." Happy Place: In the garden, in the woods, or by the water. Daily Ritual: Gratitude.
Ila Roullie Meet Our Chef

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Ila Dawson
 Education: Central Michigan University – Bachelor of Science in Community Development, Minor in Nutrition Schoolcraft College – Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts Favorite Aspect of RÖRE: The separate branches of RÖRE share admiration for each other and respect each other's expertise. Personal Mantra: "Never underestimate how a good meal can change the world." Happy Place: Envisioning new recipes and drawing dish concepts that I hope to make real one day. Daily Ritual: Movement of any kind! Some days it's walking, some days it's weight training. I'm always trying my best to stay moving as well as having proper recovery!
Kelsey Corsi Meet Our Rehab & Movement Specialist

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Kelsey Corsi, MS, LAT, ATC, OT-CS
 Education: Emory University – Athletic Training Residency Michigan State University – Master of Science in Athletic Training Michigan State University – Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Favorite Aspect of RÖRE: The people. I love working with our staff and the members, it truly is a family away from home. Personal Quote: "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." – Maya Angelou Happy Place: Up North – Greenbush, Michigan Daily Ritual: Moving my body/working out
Brandon Charping Meet Our Rehab & Movement Specialist

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Brandon Charping, MS, LAT, ATC
 Education: University of Evansville – Master of Science in Athletic Training Central Michigan University – Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Favorite Aspect of RÖRE: The people. My coworkers have created a collaborative atmosphere that I love, and the relationships we create with the members is what makes this place special. Personal Mantra: "Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care." Happy Place: My garage gym or a tree stand. Daily Rituals: Wake up at 4:30. Drink coffee and eat a banana with peanut butter toast. Get a workout in and then make breakfast for the family.
Laura Ramus Meet Our Director of Education

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Director of Rehabilitation and Education
Laura is currently a physical therapist for RIM and medical director for the WNBA Las Vegas Aces. She has 35 years of experience treating orthopedic/sports medicine injuries in professional, Olympic, collegiate, high school, and amateur athletes. Laura shares this wisdom by teaching advanced sports medicine techniques to professionals worldwide.
Laura received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, in 1987. She then completed a fellowship in sports medicine through the University of North Carolina and Health South Rehabilitation Corporation, receiving her certification as an athletic trainer in 1990. During this fellowship, Laura trained under prominent orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews and well-known physical therapist Kevin Wilk in Birmingham, AL.
Laura was an athletic trainer at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, and for the 1994 United States Paralympic swim team. She worked in 2015/2016 as a physical therapist/athletic trainer on the Women’s Professional Tennis tour. She served as the head athletic trainer and strength coach for 21 Seasons with the WNBA Detroit Shock, New York Liberty, and currently, the Las Vegas Aces.