Elise & Ryan
Wedding Party
Elise Riner
Bride
Elise says her first date with Ryan being a blind date to junior prom was, of course, filled with awkward silences. But, the bus ride to the event she was definitely making conversation with Ryan and HE was the one shying away - but - in the end the night was full of fun and laughter. Elise... guided their first kiss, by pushing Ryan into a pre-planned evening of firework viewing for a romantic first kiss, all without him knowing. Although, Ryan had the ultimate surprise for Elise as he carefully planned their engagement in Anguilla 2016.
Ryan Riley
Groom
Ryan took Elise to Hart High School's Prom during their junior year as a blind date set-up from mutual friends (and if you ask Ryan, he was constantly starting new talking points and trying to get through the awkward bus ride.. but this is still up for debate). Ryan had crashed on his motorcyle just before prom, and had gotten his cast and slings off just in time - Elise heard about the accident from friends prior to meeting Ryan, and of course called him an "idiot" for having a streetbike at 15! But, Elise quickly fell for Ryan's sensitive side beneath the brawn.
Amanda Schramling
Bridesmaid
Elise and Amanda became friends during their childhood training of competitive gymnastics. Years of training has made Amanda a force to be reckoned with, and these memories will always be cherished. Now, these retired gymnasts enjoy catching up at weekly barre workouts. These girls survived a childhood of constant "twinning" as Amanda fit the role as Elise's mini-me. Today, Elise and Amanda are both UCLA Bruins!
Vance Van Boxtel
Groomsman
Vance and Ryan met in grade school and junior high school, and have always been partners in crime and seemingly always getting into trouble. These days started in high school when ditching class together, driving recklessly in the rain, and continued with boyish rowdiness and frightening their families with emergency calls from dirt biking crashes. Although, I am sure the wedding trip will not include any of these type of memories listed above - it will be tame as can be!
Jamie Shields
Bridesmaid
Jamie and Elise quickly became attached as they were the two tallest gymnasts - green bean giants! These rough and tumble girls were always caught goofing off and roughhousing after... and during practice. As these girls have become young adults, Elise attended Jamie's wedding as a bridesmaid, and most recently - Elise was so proud of Jamie as she introduced to the world a beautiful baby girl Reagan Rose on September 1, 2017. She is just as beautiful and regal as her mama!
Taylor Walters
Groomsman
Taylor and Ryan have a brotherly bond as Ryan has known Taylor since he was 13 years old. There are so many common interests between these two, from dirt biking, off-roading, camping, cars and trucks, to get-down good times - its no surprise that Ryan and Taylor have such a connection. Ryan has enjoyed guiding Taylor into the motion picture production industry and teaching him the ropes at special effects. Most recently, Taylor has set down roots and purchased a home in Santa Clarita and Ryan has been so proud and enjoyed helping getting the house fixed up!
Jaime Moore
Bridesmaid
Jamie and Elise met while bridesmaid-ing in a friend's wedding. Jamie had no choice in entering this friendship, as Elise forced her into aiding in wedding activities as soon as she knew Jamie was a wizard at wedding planning! Since then, Jamie and Elise have been friends for over three years and inseparable. Jamie introduced Elise to the love of barre, and these girls share the love of working hard, and weekend unwinding.
Jeff DiPrimio
Groomsman
Jeff and Ryan are childhood friends that grew up within the same neighborhood their entire lives. There are so many stories between these two of pushing the limits for getting into trouble. Ryan has such respect for Jeff as a college graduate, and a Captain in the Marine Corps. Ryan enjoyed supporting Jeff during his wedding in 2015, and now is excited to trade shoes!
Alexis Coello
Bridesmaid
Alexis hit it off with Elise instantly even before she and Taylor began dating. These two grew closer as they survived - and had a blast through house boat trips and weekend getaways! Alexis transplanted to SCV from norCal, and Elise has thoroughly enjoyed showing Alexis the ropes, barre buddies, and their new love of running!