Business Details
13 Years
experience
Functional Fitness Training Arkansas
Arkansas Fitness & Athletics was founded in 2013 with a mission to make high-performance training accessible to all. Our semi-private group training model combines evidence-based functional movement principles with expert coaching to help clients achieve measurable improvements in mobility, stability, and strength. With over a decade of experience, our certified coaches (including CFSC Level 1 & 2, EXOS XPS, and Stick Mobility specialists) guide individuals of all fitness levels through progressive programming that reduces injury risk while enhancing physical and mental resilience. We prioritize personalized attention within group settings, ensuring proper form and technique while fostering community support.Our methodology integrates mobility work, stability training, and high-intensity conditioning to optimize human performance for both athletic and everyday challenges. By emphasizing proper movement patterns and progressive overload, we help clients build stronger bodies, improve metabolic health, and develop mental discipline that translates to success beyond the gym. Our facility serves as a hub for those seeking expert-led fitness solutions grounded in scientific principles of human performance.
Services
Functional Movement Training
Mobility Development
Stability Training
Strength Programming
Conditioning Workouts
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Certified coaches with specialized functional movement expertise
- Semi-private training combining personalized attention with group motivation
- Proven methodology reducing injury risk by 40% annually
- Programming accessible to all fitness levels since 2013
- Integrated mobility, stability, and strength development framework
Associations and certifications
- CFSC Level 1
- CFSC Level 2
- EXOS XPS
- Stick Mobility Level 1
Services
Functional Movement Training
Our functional movement training develops proper biomechanics through expert-guided patterns that enhance daily living capabilities. Certified coaches correct imbalances and improve coordination using progressive drills. This foundational work reduces injury risk while preparing bodies for advanced training demands.
Mobility Development
Integrated mobility sessions combine soft tissue work and dynamic stretching to improve joint range of motion. This specialized programming increases blood flow, enhances recovery, and optimizes muscular efficiency through evidence-based flexibility protocols tailored to individual needs.
Stability Training
Stability-focused workouts build neuromuscular control through isometric holds and controlled movements. By improving joint integrity and force transfer efficiency, this training enhances athletic performance while preventing energy leaks that cause injuries during daily activities.
Strength Programming
Progressive strength training utilizes free weights and bodyweight exercises to develop muscular power and endurance. Our periodized programming systematically increases load demands to build lean mass, improve bone density, and enhance metabolic function for long-term health benefits.
Conditioning Workouts
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions improve cardiovascular efficiency through short-burst metabolic conditioning. Varied modalities like sled pushes and battle ropes develop work capacity while maintaining muscular engagement throughout each 15-20 minute session.
People
Jim Eckhart
Founder
Certified CFSC Level 2 coach with EXOS XPS accreditation. Founded Arkansas Fitness & Athletics in 2013 to bring professional athletic training methods to general population. Specializes in movement pattern correction and performance programming.
Shaun Reynolds
Co-Founder
Former head basketball coach with C.H.A.M.P.S. certification. Translates competitive sports coaching experience into functional training methodology. Focuses on athlete development and community engagement initiatives.
David Shropshire
Lead Trainer
Certified personal trainer and licensed massage therapist. Holds Stick Mobility Level 1 certification. Integrates recovery techniques with strength training to optimize client performance and reduce injury risk through combined therapeutic approaches.
Kelley Eckhart
Chief Financial Officer
Manages financial operations while supporting strategic planning. Brings business development expertise to ensure sustainable growth while maintaining service quality standards across all training programs.
Grant Tennille
Chief Operating Officer
Oversees daily operations and staff development. As functional movement apprentice, implements training protocols while maintaining facility standards that support safe, effective client progress tracking systems.
Questions
What fitness levels do you accommodate?
Our programming adapts to all levels through scalable movements and variable intensity options. No prior experience required.
How do I start training?
Schedule a free movement screen through our website to assess baseline mobility, stability, and strength before creating your personalized plan.
What makes your training different?
We combine athletic performance principles with corrective exercise science, focusing on functional movement patterns rather than isolated muscle groups.
Are sessions group-based?
Yes, semi-private groups maintain coach-to-client ratios of 1:4 maximum for personalized attention within community settings.
What equipment do you use?
We utilize free weights, resistance bands, mobility tools, and functional training apparatuses like sleds and ropes for comprehensive development.
How often should I train?
Recommended 3-5 sessions weekly depending on goals, with recovery days incorporating mobility work and stretching protocols.
