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Jacksonville’s

longest standing

Personal Training Gym!

one-on-one personal training as well & group training available

3,600 Sq. Ft. of Cutting-Edge Fitness Space – Equipped with private showers for your comfort

24/7 Gym Access – Your schedule, your rules

$35 a month no contracts!

Wellness Professionals On-Site – Chiropractor and 2 skilled massage therapists

  • Jacksonville’s

    longest standing
    Personal Training Gym!

    3,600 Sq. Ft. of Cutting-Edge Fitness Space – Equipped with private showers for your comfort

    24/7 Gym Access – Your schedule, your rules

    $35 a month no contracts!

    Wellness Professionals On-Site – Chiropractor and 2 skilled massage therapists

    longest standing <br>Personal Training Gym!

  • Jacksonville’s

    longest standing
    Personal Training Gym!

    3,600 Sq. Ft. of Cutting-Edge Fitness Space – Equipped with private showers for your comfort

    24/7 Gym Access – Your schedule, your rules

    $35 a month no contracts!

    Wellness Professionals On-Site – Chiropractor and 2 skilled massage therapists

    longest standing <br>Personal Training Gym!

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About Us

John DiPatre / Owner

John has been personal training for over 25 years. John is a Certified Master Trainer (AMFPT) and Sport specific trainer (ASFA) as well as CPR certified. Prior to becoming a personal trainer John was a college and professional football player as a quarterback. John was formerly the quarterback coach and strength and conditioning coach for the Ponte Vedra Sharks high school varsity team for three seasons. During that time the team was class 5A district champs back-to-back seasons! John has trained many athletes from high school boys and girls, beauty pageant contestants such as Miss Jacksonville 2011, and miss central Florida 2009. College athletes such as Joe Carter (East Carolina University linebacker) and Dillon Bates (University of Tennessee linebacker) and Lee Humphrey former Florida gator basketball star and two time national champion. Professional athletes which include Super Bowl champion quarterback Mark Brunell with the New Orleans Saints, and Tom McManus former Jacksonville Jaguar linebacker. John, 55 years old, was born in San Francisco, CA still enjoys working out with heavy weights and believes that consistency is the key to success. No matter what your goals are, "you have to find a way to make exercise a part of your life......for life" So whether you are looking to build muscle, tone your body or just feel better with a fun challenging workout, come visit John at Meridian Fitness.

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Dr. Alexis Piarulli / Chiropractic Physician

Dr. Alexis is a rehab chiropractor and is the founder Fearless Movement Rehab and Chiropractic PLLC. She helps active adults stay well and overcome injury so that they can keep doing the things they love. Her goal is to give you the tools that you need so that you can keep moving, without fear. When she’s not treating patients, you can find her surfing around Jax Beach. Fearless Movement Rehab and Chiropractic PLLC Located inside of Meridian Fitness.


Dr. Alexis Piarulli / Chiropractic Physician

Dr. Alexis is a rehab chiropractor and is the founder Fearless Movement Rehab and Chiropractic PLLC. She helps active adults stay well and overcome injury so that they can keep doing the things they love. Her goal is to give you the tools that you need so that you can keep moving, without fear. When she’s not treating patients, you can find her surfing around Jax Beach. Fearless Movement Rehab and Chiropractic PLLC Located inside of Meridian Fitness.
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Caroline Jenney / Trainer

Caroline Jenney brings over 20 years of experience to the New Meridian Fitness. Certified under AFAA, she carries qualifications in both Personal Fitness Training and Group Fitness Training. Proficient in injury rehabilitation, sports and conditioning, nutritional programs and senior functional training, Caroline's clientele range in ages 16 to 75.

Among her accomplishments as a competitor in women's bodybuilding she twice qualified for the NPC Nationals.


Caroline Jenney / Trainer

Caroline Jenney brings over 20 years of experience to the New Meridian Fitness. Certified under AFAA, she carries qualifications in both Personal Fitness Training and Group Fitness Training. Proficient in injury rehabilitation, sports and conditioning, nutritional programs and senior functional training, Caroline's clientele range in ages 16 to 75.

Among her accomplishments as a competitor in women's bodybuilding she twice qualified for the NPC Nationals.
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Lindsey Hendrick / Trainer

Lindsey is a C.P.T. (ACE) with a passion for helping others to push past their limits. She has an athletic background in soccer, volleyball, and basketball; and as well as a long history of power/strength training in which she uses to inspire others by living out her motto "Strong is sexy!" She has enjoyed training a multitude of clients from 16-58 years of age, and loves the unique challenges each represents. Her philosophy is on building a foundation of functional strength and mobility.


Lindsey Hendrick / Trainer

Lindsey is a C.P.T. (ACE) with a passion for helping others to push past their limits. She has an athletic background in soccer, volleyball, and basketball; and as well as a long history of power/strength training in which she uses to inspire others by living out her motto "Strong is sexy!" She has enjoyed training a multitude of clients from 16-58 years of age, and loves the unique challenges each represents. Her philosophy is on building a foundation of functional strength and mobility.
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Matt Hendrick / Trainer

Matt has Bachelor's degrees in Exercise Physiology and Sports Medicine; as well as being certified as a C.S.C.S. (NSCA), USAW Club Coach, and Post Rehabilitation Specialist. He has worked as a Personal Trainer and Strength & Conditioning Coach for the past 25 years in private practice, as well as the NFL. He has a proven track record of creating practical, progressive, results driven programs for hundreds clients ranging from 16-91 years of age, and at all levels from beginner to the professional athlete. My training philosophy is built on corrective exercise, functionality, strength, and flexibility. He's had great success with clients in a number of areas including the NFL, AT P, and Olympics. His experience both as a competitor, Coach, and Instructor has given him a unique diverse background enabling him to offer something truly unique to the fields of strength and conditioning, performance, and rehabilitation. His objective is to continue to play a role in helping others reach their goals and achieve a greater quality of life!


Matt Hendrick / Trainer

Matt has Bachelor's degrees in Exercise Physiology and Sports Medicine; as well as being certified as a C.S.C.S. (NSCA), USAW Club Coach, and Post Rehabilitation Specialist. He has worked as a Personal Trainer and Strength & Conditioning Coach for the past 25 years in private practice, as well as the NFL. He has a proven track record of creating practical, progressive, results driven programs for hundreds clients ranging from 16-91 years of age, and at all levels from beginner to the professional athlete. My training philosophy is built on corrective exercise, functionality, strength, and flexibility. He's had great success with clients in a number of areas including the NFL, AT P, and Olympics.
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Bruce Jackson / Trainer

Bruce Jackson holds certifications through NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) and UESCA (United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy) for Performance Enhancement Specialist, Corrective Exercise, Nutritional Specialist, Runner Coach, Ultra Runner Coach, Youth Athletics, Stretching and Flexibility and Endurance Athletics. Bruce is also an avid OCR (obstacle course racing) competitor and Hybrid Racer.


Bruce Jackson / Trainer

Bruce Jackson holds certifications through NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) and UESCA (United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy) for Performance Enhancement Specialist, Corrective Exercise, Nutritional Specialist, Runner Coach, Ultra Runner Coach, Youth Athletics, Stretching and Flexibility and Endurance Athletics. Bruce is also an avid OCR (obstacle course racing) competitor and Hybrid Racer.
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