About VimFit
Your best days are ahead of you.
Welcome to Vim Fit, your one-stop-shop for a healthier, fitter life. Our experienced personal training team specializes in helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds achieve their ultimate fitness goals, with a particular focus on busy working professionals and parents.
Say goodbye to pain and hello to strength, flexibility, and improved body composition with our comprehensive approach, which includes personal training, small group sessions, pilates, aerial fitness, and massage. Our custom cardio plans and nutritional guidance ensure that you have all the tools you need to reach your health and wellness goals.
At Vim Fit, we believe that your best days are ahead of you, and we’re here to help you achieve your dreams. Join the Vim Fit community today and take the first step towards your dream body. Start by meeting Vim Fit’s personal trainers below.
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Grant Ballard
Certifications:
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
ISSA Exercise Recovery Specialist
NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
USA Weightlifting Lvl-1
I have integrated fitness into my life from the young age of 17. Like most men of that age, it started out as a way to just get bigger muscles. However, the more I learned, the more I became obsessed with learning how to properly train the body for various goals and outcomes.
Learning the mechanics of the body and being able to help others move and perform better is a testament to my determination to help others.
I have completed part of my education in the Exercise Science program at UNCC and finished my Bachelors of Health Sciences at Arizona State University. My love for athletics has led me to working with athletes of all backgrounds including tennis, hockey and golf. More than anything, the desire to help anyone that needs it is the driving factor behind my work.
Leanne Carpinelli
Certifications:
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Titliest Performance Institute Fitness Lvl-2
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
I am a personal trainer that specializes in golf performance. As a Charlotte native, I started my journey in sports at age 9, competing in golf, figure skating, and dance. My unique background and deep passion for staying active has shaped my holistic approach to personal training.
Armed with a TPI Level 2 Fitness Certification, I use expertise in anatomy, exercise physiology, and biomechanics to develop personalized golf fitness and sports performance programs. These tailored regimens not only enhance your body’s stability and mobility but also focus on achieving your unique goals.
Your training is more than just a workout to me. It’s a comprehensive strategy that maximizes your performance and ensures a pain-free experience in your favorite sport. Join me to unleash your full athletic potential and enjoy a healthier lifestyle, on and off the course.
Joe Giarmo
Certifications:
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM MMA Conditioning Specialist
NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
I have been passionate about health and fitness for as long as I can remember. In 2018, I decided to turn this personal passion into a profession as a Certified Personal Trainer where I earned my certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Since then, I have continued my education earning specializations in both MMA Conditioning and Performance Enhancement.
As a trainer, I take a functional and total body approach to fitness and pride myself on pushing clients to stretch their perceived limitations while also meeting them where they’re at in their fitness journey. Ultimately, it is my aim to help clients lead healthier and happier lives by making the physicality of their normal day to day less challenging.
Franky Riley
Certifications:
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
Functional Movement Systems Lvl-1
Deeply caring for clients, their happiness, confidence and strength are of utmost importance to me. The impact of being overweight on multiple aspects of life is something I recognize and empathize with. My goal is to help you discover the benefits and joys of training that have helped shape me into the person I am today. As your personal guide, I’m here to support you through every step of your journey
David Spainhour
Certifications:
Action Personal Trainer CPT
BS in Exercise Science
USA Weightlifting Lvl-1
I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science and have been working in the fitness industry for over 8 years. My passion is to help individuals achieve their fitness goals, and I’ve had the opportunity to develop my skills by working with local high school athletes to improve their speed, power, and agility using the Tony Villani XPE methodology – a specialized training program designed to enhance athletic performance through a combination of strength and conditioning techniques.
My dedication lies in helping both athletes and individuals of all ages to achieve their fitness objectives. As a trainer, I strive to be supportive and encouraging, emphasizing a sustainable and enjoyable approach to reaching my clients’ goals. I am ready to motivate and empower you throughout your fitness journey.
Melissa Wilson
Certifications:
Balancepoint Pilates Instructor
I began my pilates journey in 2004. Quickly I was sold on the magic and benefits of the pilates method. Teaching for over 15 years I continue to learn, grow and develop a deeper appreciation for the method of movement. Pilates plays an integral part in everyday life. Teaching others, developing relationships and building upon their needs to age actively, improve strength, foster flexibility is why I truly enjoy working in the fitness industry.
Joelle Herman
Certifications:
National Certified Pilates Teacher
Balancepointe Pilates Instructor
Health and fitness were at the forefront of my childhood, regularly competing in gymnastics, dance, and track. I earned a bachelor’s degree in Health Education and a minor in Exercise Science from Virginia Tech and also hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree from Radford University.
After years of teaching many forms of group exercise, I discovered Pilates, which helped me rehabilitate an injury while training for triathlons. Recognizing the beauty of the Method and its holistic approach to movement helped me complete a Pilates mat certification in 2011, followed by a 500 hour comprehensive equipment Pilates training program from Balancepoint Pilates in 2014. That same year I became a National Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT) – a prestigious international certification recognized for its high standing credentials.
Julianna Hane
Certifications:
BA in Dance
MFA in Modern Dance
Certified Laban Movement Analyst
Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher
I traded life on a cotton farm to become a dancer and aerialist. I began teaching aerial arts in 2008 through Revolve Aerial Dance, a company I founded in Salt Lake City. A graduate of the New England Center for Circus Arts (NECCA) Pro-Track Program, I wrote the Aerial Teacher’s Handbook and then directed Born to Fly Teacher Trainings and Support where I trained aerial instructors across the country. I was also a college dance professor in aerial and contemporary dance for seven years.
A back injury led me to study at The Pilates Center in Boulder, CO in 2017 and I have been teaching Pilates ever since. I am now studying to become a physical therapist and hope to work with performing artists. I enjoys teaching movement for any goal or aspiration, whether to perform or just have fun!
Melissa Cooper
LMBT #11647
I am a Licensed Bodywork Therapist with over 11 years of experience ready to elevate your wellness journey. Having graduated from Everest University of Tampa, I’m skilled at blending evidence-based practices with a holistic, personalized touch, all rooted in the sacred connection of touch.
My expertise encompasses various modalities. I specialize in Fusion Massage—a unique technique merging relaxation and focused therapeutic work. I also offer Swedish, Neuromuscular/Trigger Point Therapy, Sports Massage, Prenatal, and sports cupping as a warm-up for your soft tissue.
In 2019, I completed 32 hours of Intensive Oncology Massage training with Tracey Walton & Associates, and I’m devoted to constant professional growth. You can trust in my commitment to providing compassionate care, tailored to your unique needs. Let’s experience together the transformative power of massage.
Kaleigh
LMBT #13546
I am a seasoned massage therapist with over a decade of experience. I graduated from the esteemed Aveda Institute in Orlando, FL in 2010 and have been passionately immersed in the study and practice of massage ever since. I hold extensive knowledge in reflexology, trigger point, deep tissue, hot stone, cupping, and neuromuscular massage, and I’ve honed my skills to deliver a fusion massage by blending several different modalities.
My own journey with chronic pain has not only shaped me but also guides me to better understand and help my clients deal with their aches and pains. I see immense value in indulging in 90-minute and 2-hour sessions, and I make it my priority to craft a treatment plan that aligns perfectly with your personal massage goals. Let’s embark on this journey towards pain relief and holistic wellness together.
Bryan Crouse
Certifications:
NASM Certified Personal
Metabolic Technician
Dedicated to helping clients find happiness and feel good about themselves, my passion lies in personal training and group fitness instruction. My training approach combines resistance and metabolic exercises, with a focus on high intensity intervals. Witnessing clients discover their true physical potential through just enough hard work is incredibly rewarding to me.
Timothy Glass
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
Active Isolated Stretching Practitioner
Certified Conditioning Coach
