About Fitz Fitness

Fitz Fitness was founded on a simple principle: training should be personal, purposeful, and proven to work. Since launching over five years ago, we’ve helped hundreds of clients across Charleston gain strength, improve mobility, and unlock their full potential through expert-led, results-driven programming.

We’ve never been about fads. We’re about building real, sustainable success—one session at a time. Now, with the opening of our new location on Johns Island, we’re taking things further. More space. More services. Same commitment to excellence.

MEET OUR FOUNDER, TJ

Built by Experience, Backed by Results

With over 12 years in the industry and a certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine, founder TJ Fitzmaurice has trained clients in major markets including New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco before putting down roots in Charleston.

His passion and the experience of every coach at Fitz Fitness shape a culture that values education, integrity, and long-term progress. From strength training and weight loss to rehab support and performance coaching, wherever you’re beginning, we’re here to help you move forward.

Jessie Schramm

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Jessie is a personal trainer and nutrition coach who is passionate about helping people build strength, confidence, and sustainable habits. Her approach focuses on progressive training, proper nutrition, and lifestyle balance—because real results happen outside the gym just as much as inside it. She believes fitness should enhance your life, not restrict it. Whether your goal is fat loss, muscle gain, or simply feeling stronger and more energized, she is here to guide, educate, and support you every step of the way. Outside of personal training, you’ll find Jessie spending time outside, finding new hobbies, and traveling to new countries.

Ryan Summers

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Ryan’s path to fitness started long before he ever stepped into a training role. At eleven years old, he survived a lightning strike that stopped his heart for twelve minutes. The recovery process required him to relearn basic skills such as walking and speaking — an experience that shaped his resilience, discipline, and mindset for life.

During that recovery, fitness became more than exercise. It became a way to rebuild strength, confidence, and control. That foundation still drives his approach today.

Ryan has completed 18 half marathons and 3 full marathons and is currently training for his first 50-mile race. His endurance background gives him a deep understanding of mental toughness, progressive training, and long-term performance development.

In every session, Ryan focuses on helping clients move better, build sustainable strength, and push past perceived limits — physically and mentally. His coaching style blends encouragement, accountability, and real-world perspective to help clients become stronger in every sense of the word.

Elaina Murdock

ISSA Certified Personal Trainer | Group Fitness & Pilates Instructor

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Elaina is an ISSA-certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and Pilates specialist who focuses on creating efficient, results-driven workouts that fit into real life. Her approach is streamlined and intentional — every movement has purpose, and every session is designed to challenge clients in a way that feels productive, not overwhelming.

She blends strength training, core stability, and controlled movement to build lean muscle, improve posture, and increase overall confidence. Whether working one-on-one or in a small group setting, Elaina creates an environment that is motivating, supportive, and focused.

Her goal is simple: help clients feel stronger, move better, and build sustainable habits they can maintain long-term. Sessions are efficient, challenging in the right way, and designed to leave you feeling accomplished — not exhausted for the sake of it.

Mike Toczko

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Mike Toczko is an exercise physiologist with a Master of Science in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University. He is currently completing his PhD in Education with a concentration in Kinesiology at George Mason University, where his work has focused on human performance, tactical athletes, and clinical exercise physiology. He has over 10 years of experience designing and leading exercise programs for diverse populations, including cardiac rehabilitation and disease management, as well as collegiate athletes.

Taylor Mango

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Taylor joined the Fitz Fitness team in February 2026, bringing a strong athletic background and a results-driven approach to coaching. Raised as a military child and a competitive soccer player for over a decade, she developed discipline, resilience, and a deep-rooted passion for fitness early on. She earned her Personal Trainer certification through the International Sports Science Association (ISSA) in 2024.

Taylor approaches training with the belief that every client is an athlete, regardless of age, background, or experience level. She prioritizes building strong relationships with her clients, taking the time to understand their history, goals, and motivations in order to deliver a truly personalized training experience.

Her coaching style is focused, supportive, and intentional—designed to help clients not only achieve results, but build sustainable habits that carry over into every aspect of their lifestyle. Taylor is committed to guiding each client through their journey with accountability, structure, and a high standard of care.

Seth Summers

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

With over 10 years of experience in strength and conditioning, Seth Summers brings a high-level background in athletic performance, general fitness, and tactical training. His coaching career began in track & field at Ashley Ridge High School before expanding into personal training at the Summerville YMCA while completing his undergraduate studies at South Carolina State University.

Seth currently serves as a Physical Training Leader for the U.S. Air Force Reserves and is a strength and conditioning coach for D1 East Cooper, working with athletes ranging from youth to adults. Since 2021, he has been a strength and conditioning coach at The Citadel, programming for multiple NCAA Division I teams and assisting with the football program.

A Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA), Seth is passionate about helping clients and athletes push past limitations and achieve results beyond what they thought possible. He is currently pursuing his Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach designation while continuing to advance his expertise in human performance.

Fredi Knighten

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Former collegiate athlete with over 10 years of high-level coaching experience at both the collegiate and professional levels, including four seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals. Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) since 2021, Fredi specializes in functional strength training that translates directly to real-world performance, injury prevention, and long-term results.

His coaching style is results-driven, detail-oriented, and built around accountability. Fredi focuses on proper movement, building a strong foundation, and pushing clients beyond their comfort zone in a way that is both safe and effective.

As a father of two young boys, he brings a disciplined yet realistic approach to fitness—emphasizing consistency, resilience, and sustainable habits that fit into real life. His goal is to help every client move better, get stronger, and perform at a higher level both inside and outside of the gym.

Erik Faiella

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Erik is a Certified Personal Trainer with over 8 years of hands-on experience in strength training, fitness, and performance-focused coaching. Passionate about helping clients build confidence and achieve lasting results, Erik brings a high-energy, results-driven approach centered around proper movement, accountability, and long-term success both inside and outside the gym.

Specializing in fat loss, lean muscle development, strength training, and functional fitness, Erik designs customized programs tailored to each client’s goals, experience level, and lifestyle. Drawing from years of personal experience and continued education in training methodologies, Erik combines progressive strength training, mobility work, conditioning, recovery, and practical nutrition guidance to create sustainable, real-world results.

Known for his motivating coaching style and positive energy, Erik pushes clients to challenge themselves while building discipline, consistency, and confidence throughout the process. Whether working with beginners starting their fitness journey or experienced individuals looking to improve performance and physique, Erik is committed to helping every client feel stronger, healthier, and more confident every step of the way.

Always Learning. Always Leading.

TJ stays on the cutting edge of fitness and nutrition, regularly seeking out continuing education, industry research, and new modalities to better serve his clients.

That commitment to growth shows up in everything we do at Fitz Fitness—from how we train, to how we recover, and how we continue to build Charleston’s most results-focused training experience.

Areas of Expertise

Ready to meet your health and fitness goals with a certified personal trainer who brings real results and genuine accountability?

Fitz Fitness is proud to serve the Johns Island, South Carolina, community with personal training sessions that are designed to deliver real, lasting results. Whether you’re looking to build a custom fitness plan, need personalized guidance, or want to train smarter—not harder—we’re here to help. Our dynamic team of expert personal trainers is ready to meet you where you are on your journey and get you where you want to go.

Ready to get started?

Book your free consultation and first session with a trusted personal trainer in Johns Island, SC. We look forward to seeing you!

Contact Fitz Fitness

Contact us for a free consultation and session.

At Fitz Fitness, we’re not just here to count reps—we’re here to build something real with you. Whether you’re interested in 1-on-1 personal training, partner sessions, small group classes, or recovery options like our cold plunge and sauna, your first step is simple: reach out!

Our expert trainers work with clients across Johns Island, Charleston, and beyond, providing personalized guidance and custom fitness plans tailored to your health and fitness goals, your lifestyle, and your current fitness level. Every training session, whether for weight loss or strength training, is designed with purpose because progress starts with a plan.