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Trainer · Uptown Charlotte

Coach Dawn

“Train for greatness, not perfection. Not perfection, just progress!”

Coaching for: Newly certified, training for over a year and a half
Certified in: ISSA
Background: I am a newly certified personal trainer with two months of certification experience, but my fitness journey and commitment to learning began over a year and a half ago. During that time, I’ve dedicated myself to studying body anatomy, movement patterns, and strength training to better understand how the body works and how to help others train effectively. I’m passionate about continuing to grow as a coach while helping others build strength, confidence, and sustainable fitness habits. I believe there’s always something new to learn, and I’m committed to becoming the best coach I can be for every person I have the opportunity to train.
What I coach: I offer dumbbell strength training, full-body workouts, progressive strength training, and personalized workout programming. I focus on helping individuals build muscle, improve strength and endurance, develop their glutes and lower body, and increase overall fitness. My goal is to meet each person where they are and help them become stronger, both physically and mentally.
Great fit for: My classes are a great fit for adults who want to lose body fat, build strength, improve endurance, and stay consistent with their fitness.
My coaching style: My coaching style is motivating, intentional, supportive, and accountability-driven. I believe in pushing people beyond their comfort zones while creating an environment where they feel encouraged, capable, and empowered. I want every person I coach to understand that fitness is not about perfection; it’s about progress, consistency, and showing up for yourself even when it’s hard. My motto is: Train for greatness, not perfection. Not perfection, just progress!
Why I coach: What I enjoy most is watching people discover their strength and realize they are capable of so much more than they imagined. Seeing someone’s confidence grow, celebrating their progress, and knowing I played a part in helping them become a stronger version of themselves is incredibly rewarding. Fitness is about more than physical transformation; it’s about building discipline, confidence, and a mindset that carries into every area of life.

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      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best CARDIO SESSION I ever had since I've been in Charlotte. The class was intense and the instructor kept motivating me through the whole session.
  
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   Edward Wiggins 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. High energy environment ! Positive mindsets only here. You will get pushed!
  
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   Ethan Washington 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best HIIT Class in Charlotte with Coach Zay and Coach Dawn. Very intense and challenging.
Clean and very professional.

10 out of 10 Highly Recommend!
  
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   April Beckford 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great job, Zay/Dawn a wonderful first class. Kept the class pumped !
  
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   Kishma Grant 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience tiring
  
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   Kahlil Grant 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tried this class through ClassPass and I actually really liked it! It was definitely challenging, but I liked that they kept pushing you to keep going instead of letting you give up lol. It was a good workout and I’ll definitely be back. If you’ve been thinking about trying it, I’d say go for it!
  
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   Whitney 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the most wonderful experience at this gym today.  The level of attention given to EACH and every one in the class was awesome. I loved the combination of work outs. Keep up the good work " I already Won" team.
  
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   Shayla Clay 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Let’s talk about a workout! The best to have done it. Group training is very fun and you are working toward your goal. I tried the 21 day reset and absolutely feel great about it! Zay takes extra care of his group. He pushes you to do your best even when you feel as if you can’t. He’s going to push you to do better each and every time. 10/10 recommend I Already Won because at the end of the day YOU HAVE ALREADY WON! I won when I walked through the door!
  
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   Shawanda 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I love the environment. If you are looking for a place that you can relieve stress mentality and physically this is the place. The coaches keep you motivated to want to take control of your health in every form of way. When you leave they still check on you so you are not alone in this journey. The team they put together you can’t go wrong. Thank you Coach Zay, Ray, Chrissy, and Dawn 🤗
  
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   Catherine Cooper 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was a great reset experience for me to get back to working out. Now it isn't easy and you will be pushed but you fell better after going through the workout that day.
  
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