One-on-One Coaching

You don't have to walk
into a class to start.

If the thought of a group workout makes you want to close this page then this is for you. Personal training at CFT is private, patient, and built entirely around you. No class. No crowd. No one watching. Just a coach whose only job is getting you where you want to go, at the pace that works for you.

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Read This If It Sounds Like You
If you've been telling yourself
"I'm not ready yet"

Most people who want to get in shape never start — not because they don't care, but because walking into a gym full of fit people doing things they don't understand feels impossible. If that's you, you are exactly who this page is for. There is nothing wrong with you. You just need a different door in.

"I've never really worked out."

Then we start at the true beginning. No assumptions, no expectations that you already know how to do anything. Your coach teaches you everything from the ground up, one step at a time, in a private setting where the only person you're keeping up with is yourself.

"Group classes intimidate me."

Then you never have to take one. Plenty of people train one-on-one with us forever and never set foot in a class. Others use personal training to build confidence first, then join a class when — and only when — they feel ready. Both paths are completely valid.

"I want results, not a vibe."

Then you want a professional. Personal training is the most direct path to a specific goal — fat loss, strength, recovering from an injury, getting ready for an event. Your coach builds a plan around exactly what you want and adjusts it every step of the way.

  • 01
    It's completely private
    One-on-one with your coach. No class, no crowd, no audience. Many sessions happen during quieter hours when the gym is calm and open.
  • 02
    It moves at your pace
    No keeping up with anyone. We start where you are — even if that's having never exercised before — and build from there, session by session.
  • 03
    Everything is explained
    You'll never be told to "just do it." Your coach explains every movement, every why, and corrects you in real time so you build real confidence and real skill.
  • 04
    It's built around your goal
    Weight loss, getting stronger, moving without pain, preparing for something specific — your program is designed for your goal and nobody else's.
What This Is Really Like

No judgment.
No pressure.
No guessing.

The hardest part of starting is the fear of looking like you don't belong. Personal training removes that fear entirely. It's just you and a coach who has trained hundreds of people exactly like you — people who were nervous, out of shape, or starting over, and who are now stronger than they've ever been.

You set the goal. Your coach builds the path. And nobody is watching but the person whose entire job is to help you succeed.

How It Works
Starting is
simpler than you think.
01
Reach Out

Book a free consultation by phone or online. No commitment, no pressure. Just a conversation about where you are and where you want to be.

02
We Talk

You sit down with a coach. You tell us your goals, your history, any injuries or concerns, and what's held you back before. We listen.

03
We Build Your Plan

Your coach designs a program around your goal, your body, and your schedule. It's yours alone — and it changes as you progress.

04
You Start

You show up, your coach guides every step, and you get stronger. No guessing whether it's working. We track it so you can see it.

Two Ways to Work With a Coach
Pick the path
that fits you.
Option 01 — The Long Game
Personal Training

Ongoing one-on-one coaching built around a long-term goal. Your coach creates a custom program from scratch and adjusts it as you grow — for as long as you want the support. This is the path for people who want a professional in their corner the whole way.

  • Custom program built around your specific goal
  • Weight loss, strength, health, injury recovery, sport
  • Adjusted continuously as you progress
  • Perfect for true beginners and anyone avoiding class
  • Build confidence to join a class later — or never
Option 02 — The Targeted Fix
Skill Sessions

A focused 30 or 60-minute session built around one specific thing you want to learn or improve. You come in with a goal, you leave with a solution. Great for sharpening a single movement or getting comfortable before stepping into a class.

  • 30 or 60-minute focused sessions
  • One movement or skill at a time
  • Learn the basics in a private setting
  • Build comfort before trying a group class
  • Members and non-members welcome
Who You'll Work With
Coaches who have done this hundreds of times.

CFT has been coaching people in Trussville since 2008 — including thousands who started exactly where you are now. Nervous. Out of shape. Convinced they weren't "a gym person." Our coaches specialize in meeting people at the true beginning and building them into someone who walks in with confidence. You will not be their first beginner. You'll be one of many they've taken from the couch to capable.

Since 2008
Coaching beginners in Trussville
16
Coaches on staff
#1
Best Gym in Trussville 2025
★★★★★

"I went from 260 to 160 pounds. The real change was consistency, confidence, and realizing I'm capable of more than I thought."

Elizabeth P.  ·  CFT Member  ·  Google Review
Questions
The things people
are afraid to ask.
Then you're in exactly the right place. Personal training is built for this. Your coach assumes you know nothing and teaches you everything — safely, patiently, and privately. You will never be expected to already know how to do something. Starting from zero is normal here.
No. Never. Some people train one-on-one with us indefinitely and love it. Others use personal training to build confidence and eventually decide to try a class — but that's always your choice, on your timeline. There is zero pressure to ever step into a group setting.
Personal training is private. It's you and your coach. Many sessions are scheduled during quieter hours when the gym is calm. Nobody is evaluating you. The only person paying attention is the coach whose entire focus is helping you succeed.
Not at all — it's the starting point we work with most. Your coach meets your body exactly where it is today and builds from there. Everything scales. There is no fitness level too low to begin. The only requirement is that you're willing to start.
Tell your coach everything at your consultation. Personal training is often the safest way to start when you have an injury or health concern, because the entire program is built around your limitations — not in spite of them. Your coach programs around what your body can do and works to expand it safely.
Personal training is tailored to you, so pricing depends on your goals and how often you want to train. The consultation is free and there's no obligation — we'll walk through the options together and find something that fits. Reach out and we'll give you straight answers.
No. Personal training and skill sessions are available to members and non-members alike. You don't need an existing membership to start working with a coach.
Quick Answers

Is there personal training for beginners in Trussville, AL?

Yes. CrossFit Trussville offers one-on-one personal training at 139 Railroad Street in Trussville, Alabama, specifically designed for beginners and people who feel intimidated by group fitness classes. Sessions are private, scheduled by appointment, and built around your individual goals. The consultation is free, and you do not need to be a member.

Can I get personal training without joining a group class?

Yes. At CrossFit Trussville, personal training is completely separate from group classes. Many clients train one-on-one with a coach and never attend a class. Others use personal training to build confidence before joining a class later. Both options are fully supported.

I've never worked out before. Where do I start?

Personal training is the ideal starting point for someone who has never exercised. A coach teaches every movement from the beginning in a private, one-on-one setting, building a program around your current fitness level. CrossFit Trussville has coached complete beginners since 2008. Book a free consultation to begin.

Is personal training good for weight loss?

Yes. Personal training is one of the most effective paths to weight loss because the program is customized to your body, goals, and schedule, with a coach providing accountability and real-time adjustments. CrossFit Trussville members have documented significant transformations, including a 100-pound weight loss.

One coach.
Your plan.

Book a free consultation and tell us what you're working toward. We'll build from there.

book a free consultation
(205) 317-9234