CHRIS LONSFORD

Director of Club Operations

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Chris Lonsford is an accomplished leader in the health and wellness industry with more than 18 years of proven success.  He brings a strong track record of operational excellence and strategic growth as an owner and operator in the Athens market.  As Club Director at Athens Athletic Club, he will oversee all club operations with a strong emphasis on business performance, team development and process optimization to drive sustainable results.  

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NICK PARISIAN

Director of Membership Experience

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Nick Parisian is a seasoned fitness and business leader with over 20 years of experience driving membership growth, client experience, and personal training operations. Prior to joining Athens Athletic Club, he owned and operated a successful fitness business for more than 14 years. Nick studied at Michigan State University and brings a disciplined, member-first approach to leadership and operations.

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TRISTA PARISIAN

Director of Programming

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Trista Parisian is a seasoned fitness professional with over 20 years of experience in the wellness industry.Trista holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology from Michigan State University and is both a certified Reformer Pilates instructor and ACSM certified personal trainer. Before joining Athens Athletic Club, Trista founded and operated a successful interval fitness studio for over 13 years.

BEN DELOACH

Director of Performance and Wellness

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Dr. Ben DeLoach, DPT, CSCS is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Master Personal Trainer with over a decade of experience advancing human performance and rehabilitation. He earned his B.S.Ed. in Exercise and Sport Science from the University of Georgia and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Georgia Southern University.