WE ARE REAWAKENING OUR FITNESS STUDIO IN A NEW LOCATION to touch more aspects of your overall wellness.

Doors Open October 5, 2026

‘Art is what people collectively think it is’

Our training is not a trend, or created for the masses; it centers and guides you to build confidence in who you are, and what you are capable of achieving both physically and mentally.  It is not intended for a limited time, it’s designed for your lifetime. It will require you to choose peace over pain, patience over opinion, healing over self-hate. It will encourage you to express yourself freely and fearlessly; to choose, and celebrate, yourself. Our goal is to reflect a modern light that shines on our collective joys by investing in, and inviting guests to not only connect to the craft and heritage, but to create meaningful memories of their own.

TRAINING MENU

Guests can enjoy an all-encompassing bounty of personalized experiences that include group fitness classes, stretching experiences, one-on-one training, personalized events, and more… from sunup to sundown, on repeat.

ST[ART] Training

HERE, BETWEEN STEEL AND GLASS, EXISTS A PLACE, A PROMISE TO YOURSELF, FOR A TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCE.

With the bold exterior elements and interior personalized details as its foundation, we bring in the human element focused on memory catching moments, milestones, and events. Cinematic motion, invigorating lighting, and relaxed scenes come together to show that even the sweatiest, most mind expanding, deep soul diving experiences can become your own masterpiece.

Our community is formed by thinkers, designers, and innovators who train for life. We stretch ourselves for the greater good, raise the weight of our worth, and strengthen our values by building a community where shared principles translate into every day actions.

Our identity, reflective of a real, free-flowing, purposeful tone - both in the tactility of its space, and with its fluid circular icon designed to evoke an artisanal sense of craft, acceptance, connectedness, growth and the beauty of imperfection throughout the cycle of life.

“I think this building is unique, even in North Carolina, in the sense that the material, spirit, and our aspirations are blended to create a place of belonging - to be accepted just as you are.”
— Marcus McGruder

The newly established studios also take cues from an iconic human due to his unmatched contributions to nascar — representing not just the person, but his spirit; a fierce competitor who loved his craft - as well as the broader track record of experiences established. This setting sets an optimistic stage for what the future of training can bring.

Dynamic Massage & Body work

Body Work

Active adolescent massage/teen sports massage [30 mins]

SPORTS MASSAGE [60 mins]

FULL BODY MASSAGE [60 mins]

LEADING THE VISION

Marcus McGruder pulls from his experience as a division I football player and over two decades of training, to offer comprehensive instruction for new comers and challenging combinations for those who are more experienced. His training methods are an intentional journey to become present in your body and in-tune with your own life experience, so you can fully connect and embrace your unique way of moving, breathing, being; at home, in your community, or any space you choose to align yourself. Marcus offers comprehensive instruction for new comers and challenging combinations for those who are more experienced.

Morgan Hall combines her experience and background as a division I basketball player and coach, and then spending many years in design, marketing, and branding, her skills and passions all come together under the light here at The Art of Fitness. Trusted to support events and cultivate dependable processes that uphold service commitments - from creating and working with industry leaders in engaging communications and art direction, to photography and print production, Morgan brings a strong drive to capture the unique narrative of The Art of Fitness.

Team

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WE ARE PURPOSE-SEEKING, QUICK- THINKING, CREATIVE, ENTREPRENEURS, AND LOVERS OF ALL THINGS WELLNESS [PHYSICAL, MENTAL, SOCIAL, SPIRITUAL] ORIGINAL AND CONSCIOUSLY CULTIVATED. THE ART OF FITNESS IS NOT ONLY A FORWARD THINKING CREATIVE FITNESS STUDIO; IT’S A MAGNET FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE DRIVEN TO MAKE A MARK.

IF THAT’S YOU, LET US KNOW.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR INSTRUCTORS AND PRACTITIONERS WHO CAN COLLABORATE EFFECTIVELY, BUILD MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS, AND PRODUCE ENGAGING EXPERIENCES IN A DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENT.

Yoga Instructors

Fitness Professionals

Holistic practitioners

Spa Therapists

Wellness Specialists

IF THAT’S YOU, LET US KNOW.

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If you have a general question, please fill out the form below. However, if you are interested in a specific Art of Fitness training method, please visit the links above and fill out the associated request form . Thank you!