In-Studio Training with Eldridge Shannon III
In-Studio

Private In-Studio Personal Training

Some people would rather keep the workout out of the house. For them I run private, one-on-one sessions at a studio. Just us and the equipment.

500+ clients coached Now accepting new clients
NFPT-Certified
1-on-1 Personalized, never templated
12+ Years 500+ clients trained
Same-Day Coach responses, 7 days a week

Training at home is great for a lot of people. For others, the house has too much going on, or they just think better when the workout has its own place. That’s what the studio is for. No membership crowd, no waiting, no audience. One client at a time.

The full toolkit

A studio means we’ve got the racks, the bars, the cables, and the space to do everything properly. If your goals call for serious lifting, this is the cleanest setup for it.

Still completely private

You won’t be sharing the floor with twenty strangers. It’s booked time, just for you, with my full attention the whole session.

Mix it however you like

Most studio clients aren’t studio-only. We’ll do some sessions there, some at your place, and run things over video when you travel. Whatever keeps you consistent.

Why it didn’t stick last time

Most people call me after the big gyms didn’t work out.

They signed up somewhere, went a handful of times, and drifted off. When I ask why, it’s almost always one of these.

The gym was a hassle

Driving over, waiting for a rack, getting self-conscious in a crowd. It adds up to enough friction that most people quietly stop showing up.

So I come to you.

The plan wasn’t yours

A printout or an app that a few thousand other people got too. It ignored your bad knee, your travel weeks, and what you actually wanted out of this.

I write your program after I’ve watched you move.

Nobody watched your form

No corrections, no progression, no one to answer to. By week three the motivation runs out and you’re back where you started.

I’m there every session, and I answer my own phone.

You got hurt

Pushed too hard too soon, tweaked a back or a shoulder, and spent two months undoing it.

I’d rather go slower and have you still training next year.
How it works

How we’ll work together.

Nothing complicated. Here’s what the first few weeks actually look like.

01

We start with an assessment

First time we meet, I watch how you move, ask what hurts and what you’ve already tried, and get clear on what you’re after. No real workout yet.

02

I write your program

Then I build it by hand, around what I saw. It changes as you do, but it’s never something I handed to anybody else.

03

We train

At your place, the studio, or over video when you’re traveling. I’m watching your form, adjusting the load, and keeping you honest.

04

We adjust as you go

Every few weeks I re-check and change what isn’t working. That’s how you keep making progress instead of stalling out.

What clients say

In their words.

5.0 · 3 reviews on Thumbtack
★★★★★
I’ve spent a long time trying to find the right trainer, and I can confidently say I finally found him with Artful Fitness. Eldridge has been great from day one. He really takes the time to understand where I’m at in my fitness journey and doesn’t treat me like just another client. Instead of throwing me into a generic, cookie-cutter routine, he builds a plan that’s actually tailored to my goals and my current level. What stands out most is how personalized everything feels. He meets you where you are and pushes you in a way that makes sense for you, not based on some one-size-fits-all program. From January to May I’ve seen massive improvements, not just in appearance but in my energy levels too. If you’re looking for someone who actually listens, adapts, and creates a plan that fits you specifically, I highly recommend Artful Fitness and Eldridge.
Glen P. Client · Evanston
★★★★★
I’ve been a client for around 2 months now and every session I go to I can feel a difference in the way I move. I came into this with a long-term injured back and little formal fitness experience. Eldridge has taken the time and care to tailor a plan that not only has made me feel better physically but mentally as well. Artful Fitness will get you moving!
Spencer C. Client · Evanston
★★★★★
You don’t just train, you motivate and inspire. I’ve learned a lot this past year and continue to learn. Thank you.
Samson A. Client · Evanston
Dear Eldridge, thanks so much for your personal training and attention to my health and well-being. We’re a great team, and my improvement shows it. In peace and friendship, Bruce.
Bruce Client · Evanston

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