Self Defense

Confidence you can actually use

Straightforward, practical self defense. Awareness, distance, and a small number of techniques drilled until they hold up under stress. Fitness is part of it, because the best defensive skill is being able to move.

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Who this is for
  • You want practical skills rather than a martial art
  • You want to feel safer walking to your car
  • You want conditioning with a purpose attached
What is included
  • Situational awareness and de escalation first
  • A small set of techniques, drilled properly
  • Conditioning built into every session
  • Taught at a pace that suits complete beginners
What it costs

Pricing

In person

One on one at Beatties Ford or Pineville.

OptionWhat you getPrice
Single session
After your free first session
$75
per session
Five sessionsBest place to start
$68 a session
$340
pack · saves $35
Ten sessions
$65 a session
$650
pack · saves $100
Twenty sessions
$60 a session
$1,200
pack · saves $300
Once a week
Four sessions a month at $62.50
$250
per month
Twice a week
Eight sessions a month at $57.50
$460
per month
Three times a weekLowest per session
Twelve sessions a month at $52.50
$630
per month
Someone who started here

575 to 217

575 to 217pounds, over twelve years

“Despite the significant challenges, my weight, failing knees, and a chronic illness, Joel agreed to work with me. Twelve years later, I am still training with him, because I trust him with my life.”

Kenn W.Kenn W.Needed a transplant and had to get his BMI under 30 to survive the surgery
Cullen, who has lost 230 pounds training at The Fit Influence
230 lblost, and still going

“Joel helped me tremendously with guidance on food, workouts and main focuses. But honestly the best part was having someone to vent to about life while rebuilding myself.”

CullenStarted at 627 lbs, now 397
50 lb, 38 inchesin nine months

“He taught me how to use food as fuel. No more emotional eating. Now I work out with Kayla twice a week, she challenges me every workout and makes me feel like I can do anything.”

Paula J.Paula J.49, and had yo-yo dieted most of her adult life
Questions

Before you start

Is the first session really free?

Yes. New clients, in person, one time. You meet your coach, talk through your goal and anything that hurts, and you train. If it is not for you, you owe nothing. Starting online instead, your first month is half price.

What does personal training cost at The Fit Influence?

One on one in the gym is $75 a session, and packages bring that down to $60. Virtual one on one is $40. Online coaching starts at $129 a month. Small group and kickboxing are both $40 a class, and ten packs bring either to $35. Every price is published, so you never have to ask.

What are your hours?

Both gyms run by appointment rather than open hours, so you are never turning up to a locked door or waiting for equipment. You book a time with your coach and that time is yours. Call the gym or request a session and we will find a slot that works, including early mornings and evenings.

Where are you located?

Two gyms. 3627 Beatties Ford Rd in Charlotte, and 219 Main St in Pineville. You can train at either, and remote clients train with us by live video from anywhere.

I have an injury or I have had surgery. Can I still train?

Yes, and it is a large part of what we do. Joel has coached for twenty five years and has clients who came back after back surgery and after a liver transplant. Tell us in your first session and the program is built around it.

Start today

Your first in person session is free. New clients, one time. Starting online instead? Your first month is half price.

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