PERSONAL TRAINING

YOUR TRUSTED PERSONAL TRAINER & COACH

Personal training, vitual coaching, and custom training programs.

Over 200 clients
10 years of experience
5+ years of competitions

I like working with Coach Damien and The Shift Method because I never feel miserable and I’m always working hard. You’re never thinking to yourself “this is the worst day of my life” , instead I come out saying “that workout was hard, but I got through it”.

Damien holds me accountable by making sure I finish each and every work out, now matter how hard it is. You even follow up with me on days that we aren’t even working together which is awesome!

Having Damien as a coach and being part of The Shift Method Movement means always having somebody on your side and always advocating for you every step of the way in your fitness journey.

Founder & Head Coach of The Shift Method

ABOUT COACH DAMIEN

I'm Coach D, a certified personal trainer with over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry. I help people achieve their fitness goals and lead healthier, happier lives.

Credentials:

B.S. Exercise Science & Health Promotion (FAU)
M.S. Health & Kinesiology (Purdue)

Certifications:

CSCS - August 2020
NASM CPT - July 2015
CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor - December 2018
Mental Health First Aid - January 2020

Coach D currently serves as the Assistant Director for Fitness & Wellness at FAU’s Recreation & Fitness Center in Boca Raton, Florida. He’s also the Founder & Head of Coach of The Shift Method | Fitness & Education LLC. The Shift Method exists for three primary reasons:

To provide evidence-based coaching so that individuals can identify what they value & relentlessly pursue it in an engaging, challenging, & welcoming environment.
To be a leader in reputable education, experiences, & conversations in the fields of exercise science, coaching, & self-development for fitness & health professionals.
To help bridge the gap between physical therapy and strength & conditioning.

If you have the desire to pursue what is meaningful to you, work hard, have fun, & be a part of a major shift in fitness culture, then The Shift Method is for you!

SERVICES

VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON COACHING

VIRTUAL COACHING

Virtual Training with Coach Damien gives you personalized coaching you can follow from anywhere through live video sessions and customized programming. You’ll get science-backed workouts, real-time form feedback, and ongoing accountability—without needing to download or learn any apps.

Personalized training plan tailored to your goals and schedule.
Live virtual sessions with form coaching and real-time feedback.
Flexible, remote coaching built for busy high performers who still want serious results.

IN-PERSON COACHING

In-Person Coaching with Coach Damien takes place on the gym floor, emphasizing movement quality and smart progression. Receive real-time technique corrections, clear cues, and structured sessions that move you safely toward your goals.

Hands-on gym sessions focused on movement quality and strength.
Real-time cueing so every rep is safe and effective.
Ideal for clients who want face-to-face coaching and accountability.

CUSTOM TRAINING TEMPLATES

CLIENT STORIES

RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

PERRY PROVED HARD WORK PAYS OFF

Damien holds me accountable by making sure I finish each and every work out, now matter how hard it is. You even follow up with me on days that we aren’t even working together which is awesome!

– Perry Melzer

NICOLE GAINED MORE CONFIDENCE

I like working with Coach Damien and because I never feel miserable and I’m always working hard. You’re never thinking to yourself “this is the worst day of my life” , instead I come out saying “that workout was hard, but I got through it”.

– Nicole Lopez

CHRIS INCREASED HIS PERFORMANCE

Working with Coach D was an amazing experience for me. Coach D's guidance led to increased performance & personal bests in key areas for me, especially coming back from injury. He's a trustworthy coach that cares & pushes you to be better!