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"A Health and Wellness Experience Unlike Any Other."
Group Fitness
At THE ARMORY, group fitness is more than a class — it’s your entry point into a full ecosystem of care, coaching, and connection.
Unlike studios that only offer workouts, THE ARMORY in Columbus, Ohio is a complete performance and wellness facility. Our group fitness program includes a wide range of formats — from strength and conditioning to mobility and combat-inspired movement — designed to challenge your body, sharpen your mind, and keep training fun and effective.
What sets us apart is everything around the workout. Our group classes are backed by on-site physical therapy, nutrition coaching, medical care, recovery services, and elite coaches across multiple disciplines. You’re not just showing up for a class — you’re stepping into a system built for long-term health and performance.
Classes are open to all — no membership required. Members get discounted rates (20% off for SHIELD, 10% off for Standard and Pro Fitness), but everyone receives the same high-level instruction and support.
You’ll train with people of all ages and backgrounds in a space where you're known, coached, and challenged — not just cycled through. At THE ARMORY, you’re part of a community that values effort, consistency, and connection. Our mission is to help you feel stronger, sharper, and more supported — with the tools and team to match.
Classes Offered
Meet Our Coaches
Kailyn Williams CPT (NCSA)
Medical Assistant • Certified Personal Trainer • Group Fitness Instructor
Kailyn is a certified personal trainer and medical assistant at THE ARMORY with a lifelong passion for health and movement. A graduate of Ohio University, she’s been active in fitness since middle school and brings a calm, supportive energy to every session. Kailyn plans to pursue graduate school to become a physician assistant, and she shines in her ability to connect with older adults and individuals with disabilities. Her patience, compassion, and gentle strength make her one of the most trusted and beloved members of our team.
Tyler Watling CPT (ACSM)
Certified Personal Trainer • Group Fitness Instructor
Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Tyler is a certified personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine and holds a Level 2 Fitness certification from the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI). He’s passionate about helping clients reach their fitness goals—whether that means improving overall wellness or enhancing athletic performance. Known for his kind, approachable style, Tyler specializes in working with golfers to build strength, mobility, and precision on and off the course.
Kobe Woodall CPT (NASM)
Group Fitness Instructor
Kobe is a NASM-certified trainer, former collegiate football player, and professional MMA fighter with a deep background in strength, conditioning, and combat sports. A GMAC conference champion at Alderson Broaddus and Ohio’s top-ranked amateur lightweight before going pro, he now blends boxing, functional training, and mental toughness to push clients beyond their limits. Kobe brings focus, grit, and high-level intensity to every session.
Aaron Alvelo CPT (ISSA)
Certified Personal Trainer • Group Fitness Instructor
Aaron is a certified ISSA personal trainer with a lifelong background in coaching elite fastpitch softball programs like the Beverly Bandits and Ohio Hawks. After spending 30 years in construction, he came to THE ARMORY as a patient—ultimately losing over 100 pounds of fat and gaining 20 pounds of muscle in just 18 months. That transformation sparked a new mission: helping others become the strongest version of themselves. Known for his tough-but-kind coaching style, Aaron may look intimidating, but his heart—and his commitment to your progress—are pure gold.
John Hosgood
Group Fitness Instructor
A former collegiate baseball player, John has been coaching group fitness at THE ARMORY for over a year and brings deep experience in CrossFit-style and strength + cardio training. He’s known for his upbeat energy, constant encouragement, and ability to lift the mood of any room he walks into. John’s workouts are challenging yet scalable, making them accessible for all fitness levels. A proud girl dad and longtime family friend of Shawn and Meredith Bailey, John leads with positivity, loyalty, and heart.
Alissa Ray
Pilates Instructor
Alissa is a proud double Buckeye—an Ohio State graduate now pursuing her M.D. at OSU’s College of Medicine. She began teaching Pilates at OSU’s Recreation Center, where she discovered a passion for helping others grow through movement. With a future in primary care, Alissa is committed to using fitness as a tool for long-term health, combining clinical insight with a supportive, empowering coaching style.
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