Business Details
17 Years
experience
Functional Training & Chronic Pain Relief in Columbia
K.O.R.E. Wellness was founded in 2009 with a mission to transform how individuals address chronic pain and achieve lasting wellness. Our approach combines individualized assessment, movement re-education, and supportive coaching to create intelligent solutions tailored to each client's needs. With a team of certified professionals holding over 35 industry certifications and decades of collective experience, we specialize in helping Columbia residents overcome physical limitations through safe, effective training methods.Featured on NPR and endorsed by local medical experts, our programs prioritize long-term results over generic solutions. We offer in-person and remote options, including personal training, semi-private sessions, and functional classes designed to restore proper movement patterns. Our 15-year track record demonstrates a commitment to empowering clients to regain their quality of life through sustainable health improvements.
Services
Personal Training
Semi-Private Training
Functional Training Classes
Structural Foundations Group
Rocksteady Boxing
Virtual Training
Chronic Pain Management
Posture Correction
Nutrition Coaching
Wellness Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 15 years of proven success in Columbia's wellness community
- Coaching team with 30+ years combined experience and 35+ certifications
- Personalized programs addressing individual limitations first
- Free consultation and trial period for all services
- Virtual training options for remote accessibility
What people say
Totally pain-free now
Arsenal of tools
Regained quality of life
Friendly and encouraging staff
Safe and effective methods
Services
Personal Training
Individualized sessions addressing serious injuries or health concerns with dedicated trainer support. Combines biomechanical analysis and progressive programming to build foundational strength while managing chronic pain. Ideal for busy professionals seeking structured wellness solutions.
Semi-Private Training
Accountability-focused training for chronic pain sufferers or those needing structured routines. Trainers coach up to four members simultaneously while delivering personalized programs. Combines individual attention with group motivation for sustainable progress.
Functional Training Classes
Dynamic group sessions for self-starters with existing fitness experience. Focuses on movement quality and proper biomechanics before intensity. Builds community while improving strength and mobility through evidence-based programming.
Structural Foundations Group
Systematic approach to restoring proper alignment for chronic pain sufferers. Teaches biomechanical principles to improve postural integrity through progressive movement patterns. Recommended starting point for those returning to fitness after injury or inactivity.
Rocksteady Boxing
Neurological conditioning program originally developed for Parkinson's patients. Combines rhythmic movement patterns with cognitive engagement to improve coordination and motor control. Adaptable for various fitness levels and therapeutic needs.
People
Elise Matthews
Owner, Trainer, Nutrition Coach
Founder of K.O.R.E. Wellness with Master's in Exercise Physiology. Specializes in chronic pain solutions and post-surgical rehabilitation. Holds 10+ certifications including CSCS and Functional Movement Screen. Featured on NPR and local media.
Kylie Godley
Trainer, Nutrition Coach
Health and Wellness graduate with personal weight loss transformation experience. Certified in NASM Functional Coaching and Rocksteady Boxing. Focuses on sustainable lifestyle changes through behavior modification and nutritional guidance.
Tatiana Harper-Guarin
Trainer, Nutrition Coach
Former business professional turned wellness expert with NASM certifications and USA Weightlifting credentials. Specializes in strength training programming and nutrition coaching for long-term health improvements.
Questions
How does KORE Wellness address chronic pain differently?
We focus on movement re-education and biomechanical correction before intensity. Our certified coaches identify individual limitations and create progressive programs to restore proper movement patterns safely.
What training options are available?
We offer personal training, semi-private sessions, functional classes, and structural foundations courses. Both in-person and virtual options available with flexible scheduling to accommodate different needs.
Is there a commitment required to start?
No long-term contracts. We offer a free consultation and week-long trial to ensure our approach matches your needs before any financial commitment.
What qualifications do your trainers have?
Our team holds 35+ certifications including CSCS, NASM, FMS, and Rocksteady Boxing. Collectively, we have 30+ years of experience in exercise science and chronic pain management.
Can I participate virtually?
Yes, we provide remote training options using minimal equipment. Virtual sessions maintain the same personalized attention and biomechanical focus as in-person training.
