OWNER & FOUNDER OF SWEAT HOUSE OC
ASHLYN
Ashlyn is a proud SoCal native who grew up in Torrance, CA, and now calls Laguna Niguel home with her husband, Mike, and their 3 kiddos!
From a young age, Ashlyn was a sports fanatic, trying everything under the sun, but softball became her main squeeze throughout high school. She later studied psychology and education at Antioch University and spent seven meaningful years working as a behavioral therapist for children with autism, both at home and in the school district.
At 27, Ashlyn experienced the sudden loss of her first husband, a moment that profoundly reshaped her life. Searching for healing and direction, she discovered Pilates—not just as a workout but as a therapeutic release. Little did she know, this would plant the seed for what would one day become Sweat House.
After a few years of traditional Pilates, Ashlyn stumbled upon Lagree Fitness and instantly knew it was the one. It checked all the boxes: cardio, toning, strength, flexibility, high intensity, and low impact—all rolled into one killer workout. After trying classes across the South Bay and Orange County, Ashlyn felt the pull to turn her newfound passion into her purpose. She wanted to create a space where people could not only work out but also find peace, joy, and hope.
In 2012, Ashlyn earned her Lagree Fitness certification with Sebastien Lagree, and by 2013, her first studio in Mission Viejo was born. Two years later, she partnered with Pam to open a second location in San Clemente, in 2022 Sarah joined as a partner in Mission Viejo and in 2025 they opened their 3rd location in Dana Point! Together, they’ve poured their hearts into bringing sweat, shakes, and all the Lagree love to their community!
Ashlyn’s mission has always been to create a safe, inclusive space where positivity and community thrive. She wants everyone who steps into Sweat House OC to feel empowered, encouraged, welcomed, and right at home.
When she’s not leading the charge at the studio, you can find Ashlyn living her best life with her family—bbq-ing, attending country concerts, sipping wine with her girlfriends, vacationing, and cherishing Sunday church as a family.
Welcome to Sweat House OC—your new fitness home, where you’re more than a client, you’re family!
WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT OWNING THE STUDIOS?
COMMUNITY! I never dreamed the studios would be what they are now. The community that has been built is our driving force. We have seen so many friendships made, babies born, marriages, and a whole lot of physical transformations! I absolutely love seeing clients goals being crushed and the progress they make over the months and years. I absolutely adore our clients and trainers and am so grateful they have chosen to take this ride with us!
WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE QUOTE
“Choose courage over comfort. Choose whole hearts over armor. And choose the great adventure of being brave and afraid at the exact same time.” -Brene Brown
OWNER & FOUNDER OF SWEAT HOUSE OC
ASHLYN
Ashlyn is a proud SoCal native who grew up in Torrance, CA, and now calls Laguna Niguel home with her husband, Mike, and their 3 kiddos!
From a young age, Ashlyn was a sports fanatic, trying everything under the sun, but softball became her main squeeze throughout high school. She later studied psychology and education at Antioch University and spent seven meaningful years working as a behavioral therapist for children with autism, both at home and in the school district.
At 27, Ashlyn experienced the sudden loss of her first husband, a moment that profoundly reshaped her life. Searching for healing and direction, she discovered Pilates—not just as a workout but as a therapeutic release. Little did she know, this would plant the seed for what would one day become Sweat House.
After a few years of traditional Pilates, Ashlyn stumbled upon Lagree Fitness and instantly knew it was the one. It checked all the boxes: cardio, toning, strength, flexibility, high intensity, and low impact—all rolled into one killer workout. After trying classes across the South Bay and Orange County, Ashlyn felt the pull to turn her newfound passion into her purpose. She wanted to create a space where people could not only work out but also find peace, joy, and hope.
In 2012, Ashlyn earned her Lagree Fitness certification with Sebastien Lagree, and by 2013, her first studio in Mission Viejo was born. Two years later, she partnered with Pam to open a second location in San Clemente, in 2022 Sarah joined as a partner in Mission Viejo and in 2025 they opened their 3rd location in Dana Point! Together, they’ve poured their hearts into bringing sweat, shakes, and all the Lagree love to their community!
Ashlyn’s mission has always been to create a safe, inclusive space where positivity and community thrive. She wants everyone who steps into Sweat House OC to feel empowered, encouraged, welcomed, and right at home.
When she’s not leading the charge at the studio, you can find Ashlyn living her best life with her family—bbq-ing, attending country concerts, sipping wine with her girlfriends, vacationing, and cherishing Sunday church as a family.
Welcome to Sweat House OC—your new fitness home, where you’re more than a client, you’re family!
WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT OWNING THE STUDIOS?
COMMUNITY! I never dreamed the studios would be what they are now. The community that has been built is our driving force. We have seen so many friendships made, babies born, marriages, and a whole lot of physical transformations! I absolutely love seeing clients goals being crushed and the progress they make over the months and years. I absolutely adore our clients and trainers and am so grateful they have chosen to take this ride with us!
WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE QUOTE
“Choose courage over comfort. Choose whole hearts over armor. And choose the great adventure of being brave and afraid at the exact same time.” -Brene Brown