Our Team.

Nate created Fortis Fitness Studio to help people become stronger individuals, both physically and mentally. Nate has trained at various types of gyms and fitness studios over the past 10+ years and he enjoys working with people at all fitness levels who are ready to work hard and be consistent. Nate holds his NASM Certified Personal Trainer Certification and has completed certifications as a Corrective Exercise Specialist and Certified Nutrition Coach. On his own time, Nate enjoys competing in powerlifting with his wife Liz, photography, and going to the beach.

Liz has worked with a variety of clientele and is passionate about empowering others to develop both strength and self-confidence as they work towards building a healthier lifestyle. She holds her NASM Certified Personal Trainer Certification and has completed certifications as a Certified Nutrition Coach and a Women’s Fitness Specialist. Liz enjoys competing in powerlifting and currently holds several USPA Florida State Records and has an International Elite Total.

Joel comes from a CrossFit background and holds several CrossFit certifications, but is currently studying to take the NSCA Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator examination. Joel has trained a wide range of people varying from beginners, to competitive athletes. He values quality movement and consistency and really loves seeing people make progress towards achieving their goals! In his spare time, he enjoys boating and is a huge animal lover and advocate for animals.

Jason has been a long time client at Fortis and ultimately decided he wanted to start helping others find joy in the journey of strength. He has competed in many powerlifting meets over the years and has one of the highest Drug Tested Masters totals in the Gulf Coast. When he is not helping y’all crushing new PRs, Jason enjoys spending time with his family and their three dogs. Jason is also the Senior Project Manager at Engineered Cooling Services in Pensacola.

A client in the beginning, Chris has been very dedicated and consistent in his training and nutrition which has enabled him to accomplish his initial goals. He was a diabetic taking massive amounts of insulin daily in a futile effort to keep is blood glucose down. At 5’ 9”, weighing 240 pounds, he knew he needed a lifestyle change to save his own life. He found trainers here at Fortis Fitness and came in with a willingness to learn and take direction. Today, Chris is 188 pounds, getting stronger daily and he has achieved something most think impossible: he no longer needs to take insulin. Now Chris has some new goals: to educate, motivate and come alongside people as they become a healthier, stronger version of themselves!

Originally from Miami, Brian relocated to Navarre in early 2018 for its pristine beaches and has been with Fortis Fitness Studio since its inception. He brings a diversified experience to the table with a background in strength training, conditioning, technical training, and martial arts. While Brian always enjoys taking an energetic approach, his attitude towards training is working smarter and not harder in the gym. Currently, Brian is focused on completing five-million meters on the Concept2 Rower.

Tanner is our fitness professional who you can find working the front desk in the evenings, helping us keep the gym clean, as well as lending a helping hand or spot to members. He also helps us with putting on our powerlifting meets and is an all around hard worker. If you see him around be sure to thank him for all his hard work around the gym!