PERSONAL TRAINING

Vilmos Bond

Personal Training Supervisor

ABOUT ME

Vilmos Bond is a health coach and functional trainer with over ten years of experience dedicated to helping clients achieve sustainable wellness. He strongly believes that if you don’t take care of your wellness today, you’ll be forced to deal with your illness tomorrow. Bringing nearly two decades of management expertise, he leads the Carbon Performance team, providing functional strength, mobility, and well-rounded routines so clients can move and feel their best.

Dan Thiesing

ABOUT ME

Dan was born and raised in Massachusetts and is now residing in Charlotte. A seasoned veteran of the strength and conditioning world, Dan has 10+ years of experience using science-based, results-driven programming to elevate the athletic performance of high school, collegiate, professional, and Olympic-level athletes. Dan is excited to take his experience gained in the strength and conditioning space and bring it to Carbon to make elite-level training accessible to everyone, creating personalized programs that build confidence and deliver meaningful results. Dan believes that great coaching goes beyond sets and reps, he is focused on building healthy, sustainable habits for each individual he works with. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take your training to the next level, Dan is committed to helping you achieve your goals in a supportive and motivating environment.

Jay Johnson

ABOUT ME

Born and raised in Baltimore, Jay has an extensive background as an All-Level Athlete. With 10+ years of Training experience, he has helped all clientele, from Pro Athletes to Senior Members. Building internal and external confidence is a huge goal for himself and his clientele. Let’s get to work!

Jessica Leiker

ABOUT ME

Jessica is originally from Charleston, SC, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and completed her NASM Certified Personal Trainer certification. She has been coaching since 2020, working with everyone from athletes to individuals looking to improve their strength, movement, and overall quality of life. As both a coach and competitor in a variety of functional fitness competitions and races, Jessica has developed a passion for compound movements, Olympic lifting, strength, and conditioning. She believes fitness should enhance every aspect of life by building confidence, resilience, and the ability to move well for years to come.

Ryan Guarnieri

ABOUT ME

Ryan Guarnieri is an NASM-certified personal trainer, sports nutrition coach, and corrective exercise specialist with a bachelor’s degree in exercise science. As an OCB professional natural bodybuilder, he believes fitness should be simple, sustainable, and tailored to each individual. Ryan specializes in helping clients build strength, lose fat, improve confidence, and develop habits that create lasting results. His mission is to make every workout purposeful, challenging, and enjoyable—no matter where you’re starting.

Antonio Rodriguez

ABOUT ME

Antonio started training at 13, working out with his dad to build strength for baseball. What began as a way to keep up on the field turned into a lifelong passion, and while studying to become a Mechanical Engineer in college, he transformed his physique through consistent strength training and disciplined nutrition. That experience taught him firsthand how much structure, patience, and confidence can change a person, and it shaped the way he coaches today. As a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition Coach, Antonio helps individuals build strength, gain muscle, and develop lasting confidence in and out of the gym. He believes real results come from systems and consistency, not shortcuts, and brings that same approach to every client.

Kara Elcik

ABOUT ME

Kara grew up very active in New York, playing varsity soccer as team captain along with a variety of other sports. After years of HIIT and cardio-based training, she discovered weightlifting and was immediately hooked by how efficient and empowering it felt. She moved to Charlotte over four years ago and began personal training part-time, recently leaving her job as a CPA at Deloitte to pursue her passion full-time. Kara is driven by helping her clients feel amazing inside and out, and believes how they feel matters just as much as how they look.

Jake Mitchiner

ABOUT ME

Jake Mitchiner is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Army Officer, and Army Master Fitness Trainer who enjoys helping people become stronger and more confident through purposeful training. His coaching is built around individualized programs that fit each client’s goals, experience level, and lifestyle. Whether someone is stepping into the gym for the first time or training for their next race, Jake focuses on building habits that lead to long-term success. He believes the best results come from consistency and making fitness something people genuinely enjoy.

Kiara Shyan

ABOUT ME

Kiara is a Certified Personal Trainer with a background in Exercise Science, athletic training, nutrition, flexibility, and functional movement. She is passionate about helping clients of all ages and fitness levels build strength, move with confidence, and create sustainable lifestyle change. Through individualized programming, Kiara helps clients improve mobility, reduce tension, enhance performance, and make meaningful progress toward their health and wellness goals.

Jamaal Sanderson

ABOUT ME

Jamaal draws on his background as a former football player and life coach to create a truly immersive 1-on-1 training experience. Each session is designed to help you disconnect from the noise of the outside world and reconnect with your purpose, your discipline, and your potential.

While every individual walks a different path, J-Wow believes we are all driven by the same mission: to become better than we were yesterday. Through intentional coaching, focused energy, and a commitment to growth, you’ll be pushed to unlock new levels—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

This is more than training. It’s a transformative experience that challenges your body, sharpens your mindset, and strengthens your inner drive.