[BusinessName] is more than just a gym—it’s a complete wellness destination. With over 25,000 square feet of premium training space, we’ve designed every detail to support your fitness journey. From cutting-edge equipment to recovery amenities, everything you need is here.
Our Downtown Center is more than just a gym—it’s a complete wellness destination. With over 25,000 square feet of premium training space, we’ve designed every detail to support your fitness journey. From cutting-edge equipment to recovery amenities, everything you need is here.
Join a community of dedicated members who push each other to be better every day. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or preparing for a powerlifting competition, you’ll find the support, expertise, and environment you need to succeed.
In 2015 we opened our doors and began transforming the lives of others. At first it was our closest friends and former co-workers who believed in us, trusted us, and became our initial success stories.
Over time word has spread and we’ve helped hundreds of others get in shape and improve their self-image. Today there are more commercial gyms and franchise fitness studios than ever, but there are also more people struggling with their physical and mental health.
Our mission is to serve those who need a different solution. A place that combines the amenities of big gyms, the excitement of boutique studios, and the trust and comfort of a local family owned business. If that’s what you’ve been looking for we’d love to welcome you to the Phoenix family.
I have a method that I call, “wringing the towel,” which basically means I like to squeeze out every little bit of effort in a session or class that I can — and have fun while doing so!
My interest in fitness started in high school after my dad suffered several severe injuries in an accident as a construction foreman. He fell off a two-story roof and broke his back along with many other bones. He couldn’t do anything by himself for months.
My dad (also my best friend) needed a lot of help. I cheered him on through months of rehab, and then started lifting with him to help him get back in shape. He’s now fully recovered, and in the best shape of his life.
I moved to Richmond from White Stone, Virginia, to attend VCU in 2016. At that same time, I began working my way through college as a personal trainer at VCU Rec Sports. There I became head trainer. I ran classes, trained clients and provided training and education for the other trainers on staff. I am also the head coach for the VCU power lifting team.
In my time outside work and school, I’m a volunteer firefighter and I help with fundraising efforts for our local fire station in my hometown of White Stone, VA. I also volunteer for Jacob’s Chance which is a program to get young people with mental disabilities active through exercise. Also, I compete in power lifting competitions.
I’ve been a part of fitness from all sides — a competitive athlete, and a caregiver to my dad after his traumatic injury. I understand all the things fitness means to people — and the impact it can have on your quality of life. Wherever you are on your fitness journey, I hope to be a part of it.
CERTIFICATIONS/EDUCATION
Virginia Commonwealth University, BS in Health Education and Physical Exercise (in progress),
ACE Personal Trainer,
ACE Sports Nutrition Specialist,
ACE Athletic Development Specialist,
NSCA First Responder and Special Force Training,
American Red Cross (Adult and Child) First Aid, CPR and First Aid,
Class 1 Firefighter,
USA Level 1 Power Lifting Coach
My fitness journey started early. My dad is a professional tennis player, so as soon as I was able to hold a racquet I was playing. I ended up playing over 15 years of tennis, 8 years of soccer, and meddled in various other sports. I have always been an athlete and my journey through that life led me to studying about exercise in college. The science greatly interested me and I applied what I learned to my own personal exercise regime.
I have trained as an athlete, bodybuilder, powerlifter, and strongman. I graduated from Lynchburg College with a B.S in Exercise Physiology in 2015. During my senior year I acted as Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the school and solidified my desire to train athletes at the college level.
Before I could, I needed to refine my skills and experience all forms of fitness within the industry. I have been a trainer for commercial gyms, private gyms, performance centers, physical therapy and injury rehabilitation, corporate fitness, and Division I and III strength and conditioning coaching.
I worked at Pivot Physical Therapy as head performance coach working with rehabbing William and Mary athletes, and at VCU as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach for the men’s and women’s tennis team. I also worked at Capital One as a Training Lead, teaching and educating many trainers in exercise science and practical applications of exercise.
In my spare time I like to go hiking, play music, and experience what life has to offer. I have experience in all facets of the fitness industry and have experienced them all as both the student and the teacher. I’d be honored to help you on your journey.
CERTIFICATIONS/EDUCATION
Lynchburg College B.S in Exercise Physiology
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach Level 1
Functional Movement Screen Level 1
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
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