Personal Training Director

Stephanie Bennett

Stephanie started as a personal trainer at EFC July 2023 and quickly moved into a new role of being our Personal Training Director. Stephanie is the person to contact if you are ready to start with a personal trainer at EFC. Upon your initial meeting with Stephanie, you will discuss your goals, assess your fitness level and talk about what you’re looking for in a personal trainer. Stephanie will then discuss packages and pair you with the best personal trainer for your needs.

Specialty: Stephanie specializes in resistance training, focusing on form, heavy on the compound movements, as well as circuit style training. Lately she has been expanding into mobility training. Stephanie makes sure all her clients are preforming the exercise properly to achieve proper muscle engagement.

About Me: Stephanie was born and raised in Evans, GA. She recently moved back to the Evans area after living elsewhere for the past 10 years. Stephanie started body building competitively in 2019 and fell in love with being in the gym, challenging her body and mind to constantly be better, and wanting more out of life. She quit her 9-5 sales job and started her career as a personal trainer in 2020 and never looked back. She started as a personal trainer at EFC August 12, 2023 and has been helping clients transform their minds and bodies.

Education/ Certification: Stephanie is International Fitness Association certified Personal Trainer

Hobbies: Stephanie’s hobbies include backcountry hiking, golf, exploring nature  with her dog and working out

Favorite Exercise: Squats

Fun Fact: Stephanie is in her Alma Maters Hall of Fame for golf

Tabitha Lessman

Words to Describe Type of Personal Training: Transformative – Informative – Hands On – Empowering

Specialty: Tabitha is focused on meeting her clients where they are to help build a strong foundation and correct form while lifting. Whether that includes hard-core lifting or more structural/corrective alignment, each workout is tailored to the clients specific needs.

About Me: Tabitha began in the fitness industry many years ago. During college, her research focused on female bodybuilders which sparked her love for all things fitness. Since 2016 Tabitha has been a competitive NPC Bikini Athlete. Through the years she has learned a multitude of techniques and styles that she utilizes to train her clients. She enjoys helping people find their own passion within the gym as well as helping to transform their lives whether that be through structural/corrective exercise, weight loss, or innovative training.

Education/ Certification: Tabitha is ISSA certified

Hobbies: Tabitha loves dogs, plants, coffee, and a good book.

Favorite Exercise: Shoulder Press

Fun Fact: Tabitha is a big kid at heart

Mitch Hogue

SPECIALTIES: Weight Loss, Sport Specific Training, Endurance Training, Military Related Training.

ABOUT ME: Mitch has been a Personal Trainer for more than 10 years and is well versed in multiple areas. He is also an avid weightlifter and has competed in bodybuilding and powerlifting competitions. In 2016, his fitness goals came to a halt as he suffered a stroke. Once fully recovered, he continued to make progress in the gym and as a trainer. Mitch has worked at several gyms in the area and has helped clients place very well at bodybuilding competitions. He has also helped clients reach their goals whether it was weight loss or muscular gain. Currently, he is helping a powerlifter become successful on the national stage. Mitch is knowledgeable in many styles of training such as: Boot Camp, Circuit Training, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Athletic Performance, and General Fitness.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION: Certified Personal Trainer. Mitch holds an Associates Degree in Education from Georgia Military College. He is currently working on his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology with a focus in nutrition.

GwenAtkinson

Words to Describe Type of Personal Training: Progressive — Adaptive — Empowering — Engaging — Comprehensive

Specialty: Gwen is focused on the general wellness of her clients through mobility, strength training and performance driven exercise. Gwen will help you set goals and  surpass them- whether you’re looking for a functional trainer or to compete in a fitness show.

About Me:Gwen has been in the fitness industry since 2007. She began her career in the group fitness world and has shifted her focus to small group and personal training. Gwen has enjoyed sports her whole life and as an adult enjoys staying active in and out of the gym. She has experience in physique competition, obstacle course racing, aquatic fitness, running and triathlon racing. Gwen is always seeking new challenges to maintain her strength and wellness. She enjoys working with clients to meet their goals.

Education/ Certification: NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Performance Enhancement Specialist, Physique Coach, Group Exercise

Hobbies: Working out, reading, watching Netflix & occasionally trying her her at crafts

Favorite Exercise: Seated Row or Cable Hip Thrust

Fun Fact: Gwen started her high school girls lacrosse team because there was no girls team.

Tyler Kocher

SPECIALTY: My focus is a holistic approach to health and wellness. My style of training varies from client to client, and I enjoy unpredictability in each workout no matter the client’s age or fitness level.

ABOUT ME: First and foremost, I am a follower of Jesus Christ. My body is a temple, and my life has purpose. In 2006 I became passionate about my personal health and wellbeing. Over the years, I’ve trained many different ways. I’ve trained and competed in CrossFit, body building/men’s physique, power lifting, strong man, and even took part in a triathlon. I feel fulfilled watching others reach their fitness goals, and I’m ready to push my clients to their next level.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION: Certified personal trainer through International Sports Science Association (ISSA)

HOBBIES: I enjoy wood/metal working and doing anything outdoors. I also enjoy spending time with my wife and our dog.

Bradyn Sellars

My name is Bradyn Sellars, and I began working with clients in 2019. I am a Certified Personal Trainer and Functional Movement Specialist; both certifications issued by the American Council on Exercise. My personal athletic background is in soccer, and I transitioned into powerlifting in college. I specialize in strength and athletic development, as well as weight management programming. Fitness is more than just what we can do in the gym, it encompasses our whole life. My goal is to provide a new awareness of the importance of nutrition and training as it pertains to our overall well-being.

Chris Brown

SPECIALTIES: Developing Lifestyle & Weight Management Programs, Strength Training

ABOUT ME: A fitness enthusiast since high school, He has always believed in the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. As an ACE certified personal trainer, he enjoys working with any type of individual whether they just want to lose weight or get in shape. He likes to challenge and encourage his clients to surpass their physical and mental boundaries by using functional and weight exercises. As the trainer, he will take your health and wellness personally and work alongside you to help achieve all of your fitness goals. With your determination and dedication, you can make anything happen.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION: ACE-Certified Professional Trainer

HOBBIES: Spending time with family, weight lifting, any outdoor activities

Jermel Bennett

SPECIALTY: Bootcamp Instructor

ABOUT ME: Personal training, softball coach, sports, agility, and conditioning training.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION: B.A. in General Studies and Personal Training

HOBBIES: Fishing, Training, Playing sports & video games