About Us - Fine Tune Fitness

MEET THE TEAM

Jerry DeJaneOwner and NETA Certified Personal Trainer

Jerry, the owner of Fine Tune Fitness, is a NETA Certified Personal Trainer with extensive experience in designing sports performance and conditioning programs. As a member of IDEA, a leading fitness organization, and a respected guest speaker, Jerry stays ahead of industry trends and brings innovative and effective fitness solutions to his clients.

Alex CarchediPersonal Trainer

Alex, a Personal Trainer with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from YSU, has over eight years of experience in designing and organizing physical fitness and sports performance programs. His tailored approach to training ensures that clients receive the guidance they need to achieve their fitness goals effectively.

Darris BinionPersonal Trainer

Darris has been a personal trainer since 2000, bringing experience from high school and college athletic coaching. With a degree in Athletic Training from Ohio Wesleyan University, Darris is a NASM Certified Trainer, NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist, Functional Movement Specialist, and Red Cross CPR Instructor. He’s dedicated to improving clients’ athletic performance and overall fitness through expert training and safety.

NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
Functional Movement Specialist
Red Cross CPR Instructor

Destiny KetchumPersonal Trainer

Destiny, a Personal Trainer with a degree in Exercise Physiology from YSU, has been training clients since 2014. A former college cheerleader, Destiny is an ACSM Exercise Physiologist who combines her academic background and athletic experience to create personalized and effective training programs for her clients.

ACSM Exercise Physiology

Dante RomanoPersonal Trainer

Holding a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certification, Dante is well-versed in the latest training techniques. He also earned his Bachelor’s of Applied Science degree from Youngstown State University, where he honed his expertise in exercise science. With his combination of education and certification, Dante is dedicated to helping clients achieve their fitness goals through personalized and effective training programs.

Trey LidlePersonal Trainer

Trey holds a degree in Education and has spent the past decade coaching high school football and baseball. His experience includes designing and participating in off-season strength and conditioning programs, which have honed his skills in athlete development. Trey is a Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition Coach, enabling him to provide comprehensive fitness and nutrition guidance to clients.

Nick FedakPersonal Trainer

Nick graduated from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and is a certified Exercise Physiologist. With four years of hands-on training experience, Nick has worked with a wide range of clients, including youth athletes, teens, the general population, and individuals struggling with overweight and obesity. His expertise covers various fitness goals such as weight loss, muscle and strength gain, sports performance, and overall health and longevity.

LETTER FROM THE OWNER

“I have been designing effective training programs for clients of all ages, both male and female since 1992. In addition, I have been in and around fitness facilities for more than 30 years. I am proud to say that not only am I confident in my own training skills, more importantly, that I have put together an all-star team of trainers that keep you wanting more each time you train with us. It goes well beyond the workouts on the gym floor. Fine Tune Fitness trainers keep their clients accountable by building great relationships and giving them confidence and the self-esteem to keep their mind right and make better choices for a healthy lifestyle.

Your health and fitness needs are very important to us. We make sure we do everything we can and then some to help you meet your goals, whether you are a beginner who has never exercised or an advanced exercise enthusiast. Fine Tune Fitness trainers work 24/7 to keep things fresh, exciting and fun. The Fine Tune Fitness training team is certified by nationally recognized organizations that require continuing education and accredited by the National Commission or Certifying Agencies.”

– Jerry DeJane | Owner/Operator and Founder of Fine Tune Fitness in 2005

“I don’t count my sit-ups. I only start counting when it starts hurting. That is when I start counting, because then it really counts. That’s what makes you a champion.”

Muhammad Ali