At RTC Fitness in North Canton, OH, our expert coaches are here to help you train with purpose, build confidence, and see real results. More than just a gym, we’re a supportive community where you’ll feel motivated, challenged, and empowered every step of the way.
The coaching team at RTC Fitness in North Canton, OH brings years of experience and expertise across diverse specialties to help you reach your fitness goals faster. With personalized guidance, accountability, and support, our trainers are here to set you up for success.
Hometown: Copley, OH
CrossFit Since: 2011
Education/Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, CrossFit Levels 1 and 2 Trainer, CrossFit Kids, Hormone Health Specialty Coach, Precision Nutrition Level 1, WAG Nutrition, The Active Life Coach Awareness, The Active Life Immersion Course
“My ultimate goal for RTC has always been and will always be to provide a place where people WANT to be, even if they don’t feel up to exercising…I want them to know that inside our walls they are loved, safe, accepted, and protected.”
Hometown: Canton, OH
CrossFit Since: 2021
Education/Certifications: Bachelors in Exercise Science, CSCS, CrossFit Level One Trainer, Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coach
“RTC doesn’t compare to any other fitness facility that I’ve been a part of. This community genuinely cares about each other and they’re not just here to look a certain way or lift so much weight. They push each other to become better everyday, they check up on you when you’ve missed a couple days, they support you in and out of the gym. It’s more than a gym.”
Hometown: Uniontown, OH
CrossFit Since: 2015
Education/Certs: CrossFit Level 2
“Changing lives for the better is one of the greatest things we can do in life. I truly believe that I get to accomplish this every day through coaching.”
Hometown: Canton, OH
Training Since: 2015
Education/Certifications: Menopause Coaching Specialist, AFAA Certified Personal Trainer
“We meet you where you are, then help make you the best version of yourself. That’s what I love most about coaching!”
Hometown: Cleveland Heights, OH
CrossFit Since: 2014
Education/Certifications: Master’s Degree in School Counseling, Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education, CrossFit Level One Trainer, WAG Nutrition, 5 years gymnastics coaching experience
“RTC has quickly become an important part of my life and well-being. I feel privileged to give back to the community that I love so much through coaching.”
Hometown: Concord, OH
CrossFit Since: 2014
Education/Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Master of Business Administration Degree, CrossFit Level 1 & 2 Trainer
“RTC is different from other gyms. The people that make up this community are truly amazing and genuinely care about one another. I love being a part of our gym family and feel it is important to have my kids grow up in that type of environment. CrossFit can teach you so many life lessons about success, struggles, teamwork, and overcoming obstacles.”
Hometown: Barberton, OH
CrossFit Since: 2014
Education/Certifications: CrossFit Level 2
“I love helping make people healthier/more self aware. It’s a privilege to be a part of one of the best hours of their day!”
Hometown: Canton, OH
CrossFit Since: 2010
Education/Certifications: CrossFit Level 1 & 2 Trainer, StrongFirst Kettlebell Instructor, Registered 500 hour trained instructor, CPT, Advanced Nutrition, Bachelor of Science in Pastoral Care
“I see yoga as an opportunity to facilitate connection: to one’s own body; communally; and perhaps to something bigger. My intention for any class is that each participant leaves empowered to self-responsibility and ownership of their body and journey to health- with a little more knowledge, confidence, support, and peace.”
Hometown: Campbell, OH
CrossFit Since: 2014
Education/Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Middle Childhood Education, Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership/Principal Licensure
“I love seeing athletes grow and show progress. I love to see them develop confidence in what they can do and try new things that they couldn’t or wouldn’t do. I feel the responsibility of being a role model. To practice what I preach in my coaching. I love when I can give a cue or do something to help an athlete. That’s the best pay off!”
Hometown: Medina, OH
CrossFit Since: 2016
Education/Certifications: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, CrossFit Level One Trainer
“I feel a sense of responsibility to teach and educate proper movements, keep everyone safe, and create a challenging workout for each member of the class. Being a part of the RTC team means building a community where we all share one common goal: to get fitter.”
Hometown: North Ridgeville, OH
CrossFit Since: 2013
Education/Certifications: Bachelors Degree, CrossFit Level 2
“It’s the little things I like the most – when someone comes a month or a year later and says ‘hey this one thing you told me clicked or your encouragement led me to finally get that’. It’s the small moments that I don’t realize at the time.”
Hometown: Waterford, PA
CrossFit Since: 2013
Education/Certifications: NSCA – Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
“I love being able to help people build the fitness they need to do more of the things they love.”
Hometown: Massillon, OH
CrossFit Since: 2020
Education/Certifications: CrossFit Level 1, Bachelors in Communication Studies with a minor in Public Relations
“I want to give back to the community that made me the person I am today. Without CrossFit and the RTC community I probably wouldn’t have made it as far as I have. I want to be someone to help change lives for the better and for me to be the reason that someone comes to the gym everyday to make their life just a tiny bit better. I have grown to love CrossFit and it’s a part of who I am and I want to show my love for the sport through coaching.”
Hometown: Cleveland Heights, OH
CrossFit Since: 2009
Education/Certs: CrossFit Level 2, CSCS. Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, Masters in Exercise Physiology, Dual Bachelors Pre-Physical Therapy/Psychology
“I like to see people do stuff they didn’t think they could.”
Hometown: Canton, OH
Training Since: 2022
Education/Certifications: ACE Certified Coach
“If you want to have a good time while working out, I’m your girl!”
Hometown: Newark, OH
CrossFit Since: 2011
Education/Certifications: Coached collegiate track and field, Master’s Degree in Sports Science and Coaching
“I’m super proud to be part of such an amazing group of humans. As a member, I recognize that my time at the gym is often my favorite part of the day. I hope I can be a part of that same feeling for the kids that I coach.”
At RTC Fitness, we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line equipment to ensure our clients achieve their fitness goals. Our facility is equipped with Rogue barbells, Concept2 rowers, ski erg, and bikes, and Assault AirRunners to enhance your CrossFit training experience. We also offer a variety of kettlebells, medicine balls, and plyometric boxes for comprehensive functional fitness workouts, and top of the line training and testing equipment for serious youth athletes, including but not limited to Run Rockets and laser speed gates. With our extensive range of equipment, RTC Fitness is committed to helping you become stronger, faster, and more agile.
RTC Fitness offers one of the most versatile and well-equipped training environments in North Canton. Our facility features three unique spaces: a spacious CrossFit room fully stocked with enough equipment for large groups-no sharing required, a 24/7 access open gym area for training on your schedule, and a specialized studio with an Olympic lifting platform and turf zone designed for sled pushes, speed work, and agility drills. Our gym is climate controlled (including AC) and has private bathrooms and showers. We’re also home to a private contrast therapy room with a cold plunge and sauna for next-level recovery, plus on-site massage therapy and physical therapy services to support your body and performance beyond the workout. No other gym in the area offers this level of coaching, community, and convenience all in one place.
Learn more about how our coaches at RTC Fitness can help you transform your fitness journey.
