Business Details
7 Years
experience
Your Premier Fitness Destination in Apollo Beach, FL
ChicaBoom Fitness SouthShore was founded in 2019 by Jessica Vezilier Smith, a certified personal trainer with specialized expertise in nutrition, functional training, and pre/post-partum fitness. Our mission centers on empowering individuals to achieve health and fitness goals through personalized training, evidence-based nutrition guidance, and community support. With a team of certified professionals, we offer one-on-one coaching, small group training, and virtual programs tailored to diverse fitness levels and budgets. Our facility in Apollo Beach, Florida, combines cutting-edge equipment with a welcoming environment to foster physical transformation and mental well-being.We emphasize sustainable lifestyle changes over quick fixes, incorporating body composition analysis, customized workout plans, and mobility-focused instruction. Our community-driven approach has supported local charities through annual events like the ChicaBoom Games, raising over $36,000 for breast cancer survivors. By prioritizing proper form, accountability, and holistic wellness, we help clients build strength, confidence, and lasting healthy habits.
Services
Personal Training
Small Group Training
Nutrition Coaching
In-Body Analysis
Virtual Workouts
Home Training
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized training programs tailored to individual goals and fitness levels
- Our certified coaches specialize in functional training and proper exercise form
- Small group sessions combine affordability with personalized attention
- We utilize advanced In-Body composition analysis for precise progress tracking
- Nutrition coaching integrates with fitness programs for holistic wellness
Associations and certifications
- NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
What people say
Amazing community
Expert guidance
Personalized programs
Supportive environment
Visible results
Services
Personal Training
Customized fitness programs delivered through individual sessions with certified trainers. Sessions focus on strength training, functional movements, and proper exercise form using free weights, machines, and bodyweight exercises. Clients receive personalized attention for goal-specific programming and real-time feedback.
Small Group Training
Affordable group sessions limited to 10 participants, combining personalized attention with community motivation. Coaches adapt workouts to varying fitness levels while maintaining proper form standards. Sessions emphasize strength development, mobility, and functional training techniques.
Nutrition Coaching
Science-based nutrition programs featuring In-Body scan analysis, personalized meal plans, and macronutrient guidance. Coaches educate clients on sustainable eating habits, food choices, and lifestyle integration strategies to complement fitness goals and improve body composition.
In-Body Analysis
Advanced body composition assessment using In-Body technology to measure fat percentage, muscle distribution, and metabolic markers. The non-invasive scan provides detailed reports for establishing baseline metrics and tracking progress over time with visual representations of changes.
Virtual Training
Live Zoom sessions and remote workout programs for home-based training. Coaches provide real-time feedback on form, adaptable exercise modifications, and progress tracking through digital platforms. Includes equipment-free options and home gym adaptations.
People
Jessica Vezilier Smith
Owner, Certified Personal Trainer
French-born fitness expert with NASM certification in functional training and nutrition. Former competitive gymnast and collegiate volleyball player who turned personal fitness journey into a business after motherhood. Specializes in empowering women through strength training and community building.
Thandazani Novu
Certified Personal Trainer
NASM-certified trainer with background in bodybuilding and powerlifting. Former track athlete who transitioned from fashion design to fitness coaching. Focuses on proper form mechanics, mobility training, and creating athletic wear for active lifestyles through her clothing line.
Mayra Padilla
Personal Trainer
ACE-certified fitness enthusiast and cancer survivor who reignited her passion for strength training post-recovery. NPC competition participant with two decades of wellness experience. Emphasizes mental resilience and physical transformation through structured workout programs.
Melissa Cosby
Certified Personal Trainer
NASM-certified trainer who discovered weight training in 2020. NPC bikini competitor with expertise in bodybuilding preparation. Specializes in helping clients achieve competition-ready physiques while maintaining mental well-being through strength training.
Questions
What types of training programs do you offer?
We provide one-on-one personal training, small group sessions (under 10 participants), buddy training, and virtual workouts via Zoom. All programs include customized exercise plans and form correction.
Do you offer nutrition guidance with fitness programs?
Yes, our NASM-certified nutrition specialists provide personalized meal plans, body composition analysis, and sustainable eating strategies integrated with your fitness regimen.
What equipment is available at your studio?
Our facility features free weights, barbells, kettlebells, cable machines, and functional training tools for comprehensive strength and conditioning workouts.
Can I train at home with your coaches?
Yes, we offer in-home personal training with portable equipment and virtual coaching options for clients preferring home-based workouts.
How do you track client progress?
We use In-Body composition scans to measure body fat percentage, muscle mass, and metabolic rate, providing detailed reports to monitor progress beyond basic weight measurements.
