David Puhala, MS, ATC

David is a long-time member of the Sheltering Arms fitness team, joining the team in 2006. He received his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Longwood in 2000 and his master’s degree in exercise science and wellness education from Florida Atlantic University in 2004. David has worked with senior citizens and those with severe medical conditions for the past 16 years. He finds great joy in helping individuals who find traditional gym environments overly intimidating or lacking the facilities, equipment, or staff to accommodate the various special populations that Sheltering Arms serves. David enjoys seeing people advance and accomplish physical goals they did not think they would be able to reach. Dave instructs Sheltering Arms’ Chronic Disease Self-Management and Matter of Balance courses to help improve the quality of life of those we serve in our community.