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Our story

As we open this season, we are dedicated to helping people reach their wellness goals and empower non-intrusive holistic health advocates. What started as a mission to open up new pilates options has grown into a community of healthy, happy wellness warriors.

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Justin Rees, Co-founder

Justin Rees is a co-founder/co-owner of Tee Box Enterprises focused on player development for golfers. Since its founding in 2021, Tee Box has grown to 8 corporate locations and signed more than 20 franchise locations with continued growth planned nationally. Tee Box has emerged as a trailblazing player development facility aiming to reshape the landscape of golf training with a unique integration of cutting-edge golf technology fused with comprehensive fitness programming.

Justin started his career in transit as a bus driver at Utah State University. He used his affinity for technology to enhance the shuttle operation at the University. Later, he launched technology platforms in his position with a nationwide fuel distributor. Justin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Systems from Utah State University and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Washington.

Kelly Rees, Co-founder

Kelly Rees is a Designer, Founder, Entrepreneur, and Strategist. After spending over 25 years in the workplace, and working in 5 vastly different industries, Kelly has become aware of crucial keys to success in the workplace. Kelly’s experience includes designing and overseeing all aspects of a line of baby products sold to Target, Babies R Us as well as Buy Buy Baby, advising CEOs of Fortune 500 companies around the world to help them manage their reputation and digital footprint, co-founding a tech company that was eventually sold to Ford Smart Mobility, a division of Ford Motor Company and most recently, owning and managing real estate projects in the US and Canada.

Kelly holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Brigham Young University-Idaho. She currently resides in Utah with her husband, Justin, and their four children. They enjoy traveling and evaluating business ideas and strategies.

Kyle Dugovic, Co-founder

Kyle Dugovic is a health and wellness professional specializing in mindset mentoring, teen character development, and fitness strategy. As a health & nutrition specialist, he offers personalized coaching that encompasses assessment and goal setting, customized health and nutrition plans, workout strategies, and education on techniques and form. Kyle's approach emphasizes a holistic approach to wellness to ensure comprehensive support for his clients. He also co-founded "Because the World Needs.com" a platform dedicated to creating wellness programs that integrate trauma healing, meditation, and personal development.

In addition to his health and fitness mentoring, Kyle provides entrepreneurial strategy sessions, assisting clients with idea refinement, market analysis, business planning, and strategic positioning. His expertise extends to mentoring clients in the areas of emotional resilience, self-awareness, goal setting, and essential life skills.

Kyle is the creator of the “Life-changing Principles Curriculum, reflecting his commitment to fostering personal growth and development.

Laura Dugovic, Co-founder

Laura Blackwell Dugovic is a wellness practitioner based in Queen Creek, Arizona, specializing in Eye Movement Processing, yoga, Pilates, and sound meditation. As the founder of Blackwell Collective, Laura has developed comprehensive educational programs to train sound meditation practitioners and teach holistic wellness practices to therapists, yogi’s, Pilates instructors, hypnotists, addiction recovery specialists, and many others in the health and wellness field.

She co-founded "Because the World Needs...," a platform dedicated to creating wellness programs that integrate trauma healing, meditation, and personal development. In addition, she is a member of the Mind Well Collective, where she collaborates with other professionals to offer trauma-informed support and mindfulness-based healing sessions.

Laura holds certifications as an Eye Movement Processing (EMP) Facilitator, Transformational Hypnotist, and Sound Meditation Practitioner & Educator.

She is also an experienced thought-work specialist. Her work has been featured on various wellness podcasts, where she shares insights on sound meditation and trauma integration.

Going Slowly

We understand that everyone faces the challenge of maintaining mind-body balance while focusing on keeping up with life’s fast pace.

That's why Salted Wellness Studios have nearly everything needed for holistic wellness, personable instructors, and amenities that fit your schedule and specific health needs.

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