coaches who give a damn
At Fortified Iron, coaching isn't a side hustle — it's a craft. Our coaches are experienced athletes and competitors who've put in the work themselves and know what it takes to help you do the same. Whether you're chasing your first competition total, building a foundation from scratch, or everything in between, we'll meet you where you are and get you where you want to go.
Every coach here operates independently, bringing their own expertise, experience, and training philosophy to the table. That means you get a coach who's genuinely invested in your progress — not a one-size-fits-all program handed down from a corporate playbook.
Reach out directly to any of our coaches to discuss availability, pricing, and whether they're the right fit for your goals.
meet your coaches
chandler parsons
Owner & Head Coach
Powerlifting | Strength & Conditioning | General Fitness
Chandler has spent years in the strength world as both a competitor and coach, building a reputation for getting real results with real athletes. His approach is straightforward: train hard, train smart, and never stop showing up. As the founder of Fortified Iron, Chandler brought his vision of a serious, welcoming, fully-equipped training facility to Austin — and he's on the floor every day to back it up.
Chandler takes on a limited number of personal training clients, with a focus on athletes who are serious about their development and ready to put in the work. Interested in working with Chandler directly?
genaro "G" casasola
Beginner & General Fitness Coach
Beginner Programming | General Fitness | Strength Foundations
Every great athlete starts somewhere, and G is here to make sure your foundation is bulletproof. Specializing in beginner programming and general fitness, G's coaching style is approachable, encouraging, and built around helping new athletes feel confident in the gym from day one. More details coming soon.
Want to be the first to know when G's roster opens up?
staff
We take the professional part seriously. Every member of the team is here to make you feel welcome, answer your questions, and make sure you have everything you need to get the most out of your training.
We have staff on-site Monday - Friday 7am-8pm.
Don't be a stranger.
