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Justin Gardner – MMA Coach and Personal Trainer

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Justin Gardner – MMA Coach and Personal Trainer

Personal Trainer in Gilbert – Hi, I’m a passionate personal trainer based in Gilbert, Arizona. Originally hailing from the desert of Central Washington, I made the move to Arizona in July 2022 to pursue my career in sports and fitness. With a lifelong dedication to health and wellness, I have always been involved in various athletic activities and continue to prioritize them in my life.

My journey as a personal trainer began at the age of 17 when I started training fellow students, family members, and friends free of charge. This early experience sparked my interest in helping others achieve their fitness goals. To further enhance my skills and knowledge, I enrolled in the “Fitness Specialist” program at Lake Washington Institute of Technology.

Over the years, I have gained extensive experience working in multiple gyms and even ventured to own and operate my own gym and personal training studio. While I don’t have a specific specialty, I pride myself on being able to work with anyone. I have particularly excelled in working with clients undergoing rehabilitation, aiding them in overcoming joint issues, recovering from heart attacks, and preventing surgery. I find great satisfaction in proving doctors and physical therapists wrong by helping my clients surpass their expectations.

In addition to rehab clients, I thoroughly enjoy working with athletes of all ages. Having grown up playing basketball, baseball, tennis, and wrestling, I have a deep understanding of the physical demands athletes face. Since 2003, I have actively competed in Mixed Martial Arts, specializing in boxing, kickboxing, and earning a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (no-gi).

If you’re seeking significant improvements in both your physical and mental health, I am here to help. All I ask is that you take the first step and schedule an appointment with me. Together, we can create a personalized fitness plan that suits your needs and pushes you towards achieving your goals. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together.



Personal Training Skills
  • Boxing 100 %
  • MMA 100 %
  • Injury prevention 100 %
  • Weight gain 100 %
  • Weight loss 100 %
  • 100 %
Personal Training Experience
Attended the Lake Washington Institute of Technology Fitness Specialist Program
20 years of MMA experience: boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, jiu jitsu(no-Gi)
Strength and agility
Functional training
Sports rehab


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