Our training community

Meet the Trainers

Independent trainers. A shared commitment to you.

All trainers at The Club 312 are independent contractors, not club employees. Each is a well-vetted professional who runs their own practice and brings something distinct to our community.

Their varied specialties, experiences, and coaching styles serve different member needs. Wherever you are starting and whatever you are working toward, we want to help you find the right fit.

Different strengths. Your community.

Get to know the people who make this place yours. Meet Katie, Brandon, Dan, and Lyle below.

Personal trainer

Katie Martin

She/her

Currently accepting new clients

Certifications: NASM CPT
Fitness Nutrition
Behavior Change
Corrective Exercise
Experience: 7 years of experience

I became a trainer to help people feel comfortable in the gym and help them become the best version of themselves. I too had a difficult — but very much worth it — journey.

Specialty / focus area: General strength and fitness
Beginners
Adults 40+
Older adults
Weight loss / body composition
Muscle building
Athletic performance
Mobility / corrective exercise
Pre/postnatal
Rehabilitation / post-physical therapy
My coaching approach: I became a trainer to help people feel comfortable in the gym and help them become the best version of themselves. I too had a difficult — but very much worth it — journey. I know it's hard, but the outcome doesn't come close to choosing not to make that move in the first place!
Beyond the gym: Also a photographer who loves the arts.
Contact / booking: New to training or ready for your next step? Reach out to Katie on Instagram for a free consultation.
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Personal trainer

Brandon Moore

Currently accepting new clients

Certifications: NASM CPT-1
Poliquin Personal Trainer Certificate
8 Weeks Out Conditioning Certification
Brookbush Institute PT Cert
Experience: 16 years of experience

Don't just give people workouts. Teach them how to manage their fitness.

Specialty / focus area: General strength and fitness
Beginners
Adults 40+
Older adults
Weight loss / body composition
Muscle building
Athletic performance
Mobility / corrective exercise
Pre/postnatal
Rehabilitation / post-physical therapy
My coaching approach: Don't just give people workouts. Teach them how to manage their fitness. I coach with honesty: I won't oversell the process or pretend it's easy, but I'll give you a clear plan, teach you why it works, and adjust it as you progress. The goal is for you to build the body, develop the knowledge, and own the process.
What to know about working with me: Every client starts with an assessment, and your program is built from there. We train, track, and adjust together, and you'll leave sessions understanding what you did and why. I also offer online and hybrid coaching, so support doesn't stop when you leave the gym.
Beyond the gym: Deep into philosophy and ancient history, especially Kemetic (ancient Egyptian) thought, and runs a content brand called Signal Over Noise about mental health, culture, and psychology.
Contact / booking: New clients receive a complimentary 60-minute first session, including a movement assessment and an introductory workout. To claim it, message Coach Brandon on Instagram @project.b.77 or ask at the Club 312 front desk.
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Owner and Head Coach of GReps Strength · General Manager of The Club 312

Dan Geraci

he/him

Currently accepting new clients

Credentials: M.S. in Exercise Fitness — Eastern Michigan University
B.S. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science — University of Michigan
Experience: 25 years of experience

My coaching is clear, focused, supportive, and built around the GReps CORE principles: Consistency, Overload, Repetitions, and Effort. I use purposeful programming, Great Reps, and measurable progression to help clients build sustainable strength.

Who I work with: Adults 40–60, including busy professionals, former athletes, beginners, and people returning to strength training after time away. Build strength, stay capable, improve body composition, and feel better in everyday life.
Specialty / focus area: General strength and fitness
Beginners
Adults 40+
Older adults
Weight loss / body composition
Muscle building
Athletic performance
Mobility / corrective exercise
Pre/postnatal
Rehabilitation / post-physical therapy
My coaching approach: My coaching is clear, focused, supportive, and built around the GReps CORE principles: Consistency, Overload, Repetitions, and Effort. I use purposeful programming, Great Reps, and measurable progression to help clients build sustainable strength. Hard work matters, but hard is not a program—the training must serve the person, their goals, schedule, experience, joints, and recovery.
What to know about working with me: You'll receive a clear, individualized plan and direct coaching built around your goals and real life. Expect structure, accountability, high-quality repetitions, and honest effort—without circus workouts, unnecessary complexity, or pressure to make fitness your entire identity.
Beyond the gym: New dad and lifelong student of strength training — spent more than 25 years coaching and still enjoys finding the simplest, smartest way to help someone get stronger.
Contact / booking: Ready to get stronger? New clients are welcome to a complimentary first 40-minute strength-coaching session. Reach out to Dan on LinkedIn for booking information.
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Personal trainer

Lyle Shirley

Certifications: ACE Certified Personal Trainer
ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist
ACE Behavior Change Specialist
ACE Functional Training Specialist
HKC Hardstyle Kettlebell Certified Trainer
Experience: 35 years of experience

I'm a firm believer in building a strong foundation with traditional proven methods. I quietly observe clients, assess movement, and rely on feedback to alter exercises and sessions to meet each client's needs.

Who I work with: Current and former athletes (collegiate and older), and anyone looking to move pain-free and live the fullest life possible.
Specialty / focus area: Strength foundations
Functional training
Kettlebell training
Fitness nutrition
Behavior change
My coaching approach: I'm a firm believer in building a strong foundation with traditional proven methods. I quietly observe clients, assess movement, and rely on feedback to alter exercises and sessions to meet each client's needs.
What to know about working with me: I am committed to finding the methods and movements that work best for my clients. What works for one client won't necessarily work for another.
Beyond the gym: Former professional lacrosse player and avid skateboarder.
Contact / booking: Get started with two introductory one-hour sessions for $150. Regular one-hour sessions are $120 each. Contact Lyle through www.axisfitnesschicago.com or email lyle@axisfitnesschicago.com to schedule your sessions.
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