Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Premier Personal Training Studio in Irmo, SC
Founded over 16 years ago by Tina Wilkerson, Elite Personal Training was created to address the shortcomings of traditional gyms by prioritizing personalized, life-changing fitness experiences. Our boutique-style studio eliminates intimidation through private, curated environments where clients receive undivided attention from certified trainers. We specialize in tailored programs for strength building, pain management, and post-rehabilitation, combining expertise in corrective exercise, functional movement, and nutrition coaching.With a focus on accountability and sustainable results, our team of NASM-certified professionals and specialists in behavior change delivers individualized coaching for clients of all fitness levels. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our small group training, one-on-one sessions, and six-month nutrition programs, which emphasize long-term habit formation over quick fixes. Located in Irmo, SC, we serve working professionals, retirees, and women seeking a supportive path to improved health and mobility.
Services
Private Personal Training
Women's Small Group Training
Nutrition Coaching
Pain Management Programs
Post-Rehabilitation Exercise
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 16+ years of experience in personalized fitness coaching.
- Our trainers specialize in post-rehabilitation exercise and pain management.
- We provide high-accountability programs with progress tracking.
- Our small group training ensures individualized attention in a supportive setting.
- We combine corrective exercise with nutrition coaching for holistic results.
Associations and certifications
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- Medical Exercise Training Institute
What people say
Improved strength scores
Lost body fat
Non-intimidating environment
Expert trainers
Sustainable results
Services
Private Personal Training
Our one-on-one personal training delivers fully customized fitness programs tailored to individual goals, whether recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or building strength. Certified trainers provide undivided attention, focusing on functional movements, corrective exercise, and progressive overload. Clients benefit from personalized workout plans, regular progress assessments, and high accountability to ensure sustainable results.
Women's Small Group Training
Designed for women of all fitness levels, our small group training combines personalized coaching with group motivation in sessions limited to six participants. Each workout is adapted to individual abilities while fostering a supportive community atmosphere. The program emphasizes strength training, mobility work, and functional fitness to improve confidence, physical performance, and long-term health outcomes.
Nutrition Coaching
Our six-month nutrition coaching program focuses on building sustainable healthy habits through personalized guidance and practical education. Certified coaches provide grocery store tours, meal prep demonstrations, and weekly check-ins to develop individualized eating strategies. The program emphasizes understanding food quality, portion control, and habit formation to support fitness goals and overall wellness.
Pain Management Programs
Specialized pain management programs address chronic discomfort through corrective exercise, mobility work, and functional movement patterns. Trainers collaborate with healthcare providers to create safe, progressive exercise plans for post-rehabilitation clients. The approach combines NASM-certified corrective techniques with strength training to improve joint health, reduce inflammation, and restore pain-free movement.
Post-Rehabilitation Exercise
Post-rehabilitation exercise programs bridge medical treatment and full functional recovery through structured movement therapy. Certified specialists design progressive routines to rebuild strength, improve range of motion, and prevent re-injury. The program incorporates resistance training, stability work, and movement pattern correction to restore physical capabilities safely and effectively.
People
Tina Wilkerson-Selix
Owner
Founder of Elite Personal Training with 16+ years of experience, Tina holds NASM certifications in personal training, corrective exercise, and behavior change. She specializes in women's health and postpartum recovery, combining clinical expertise with practical coaching to help clients achieve sustainable lifestyle transformations through fitness.
Deborah Fortner
Coach
ACE-certified trainer and breast cancer survivor, Deborah brings personal experience in health transformation to her coaching. She focuses on mind-body connections in fitness, functional movement, and behavior change strategies. Her approach emphasizes sustainable lifestyle improvements through balanced exercise and nutrition practices.
Jenna Dent
Coach
NASM-certified personal trainer Jenna specializes in mindset development for fitness success. With a background in education, she excels at breaking down complex concepts into actionable steps for clients. Her upcoming Precision Nutrition certification enhances her ability to provide holistic wellness guidance for long-term habit formation.
Sharon
Coach
Exercise physiologist with 15 years of clinical experience, Sharon holds a degree in Fitness and Wellness Management. She specializes in medical exercise programming, having developed personalized training systems for diverse populations. Her expertise includes clinical rehabilitation applications and functional movement assessment.
Jeromy
Coach
Exercise science specialist with orthopedic rehabilitation experience, Jeromy combines biomechanics expertise with practical coaching. As USC-trained sport scientist and strength coach, he focuses on science-based movement patterns to improve performance while preventing injuries through targeted strength development and mobility work.
Questions
What types of fitness programs do you offer?
We offer private personal training, women's small group training, and six-month nutrition coaching programs tailored to individual goals.
Do you work with beginners?
Yes, we welcome all fitness levels. Our programs are customized to your current abilities and specific needs.
How are workouts structured for injury recovery?
Post-rehab programs use corrective exercise, mobility work, and progressive strength training under certified trainer supervision to ensure safe recovery.
What makes your nutrition coaching different?
Our program focuses on sustainable habit formation through personalized coaching, grocery store education, and meal prep guidance rather than temporary diets.
Are there flexible scheduling options?
Yes, we offer sessions from 5:30 AM to evenings, plus Saturday availability to accommodate various schedules.
How do you track client progress?
We use regular retesting, strength assessments, and habit tracking systems to monitor progress and adjust programs as needed.
