
John Durante
Founder
Ironically, I started training due to my current business partner. Jarrod would force me into the gym at 6 in the morning and I did not like it. Over time not only did my body change but so did my mind. Stress was gone, I was happier and I knew that I needed to keep doing this for the rest of my life. After my umpire career, I decided to go back to school in pursuit of an exercise science degree. That opened up a new passion of mine-which was working with youth athletes. Fast forward to our current state, we have worked with hundreds of youth, college, and professional athletes!
Jarrod Whaley
Partner
Jarrod’s journey to JDFit began with his childhood friendship with John, the gym’s founder. Growing up together, their shared interests and close bond naturally laid the foundation for a professional partnership. After college, Jarrod entered the startup world where he honed his skills in business development, strategy, and leadership. His career flourished, and he built a reputation for guiding young companies toward sustainable growth and success. When the opportunity to join JDFit arose, Jarrod brought his wealth of experience to the team, helping elevate the gym’s operations and expand its reach. Jarrod enjoys staying fit in his home gym-where he’s not only lifting weights but also coaching his two daughters. His girls are quick to remind him if he misses a workout (and even quicker to climb all over him when he’s mid-rep). They keep him in line with his fitness goals and make sure he never forgets who the real bosses are at home.
Dan McClellan
Personal Trainer
Dan is most proud of his roles as a husband, father, trainer, and JDFit’s professional funny man. If you want someone with the experience and discipline to teach you how to squat a house and the jokes and charisma to make you laugh at the same time, Dan is your guy. Dan graduated from Blue Heron Academy with his Personal Training Certificate and continues his education through the Brookbush Institute. When he’s not in the gym, he enjoys spending time with family, mountain biking, hunting & fishing, and golf. Dan has 30+ years of training experience and has a passion for helping people fall in love with fitness.
Missy Boss
Nutrition Coach
Missy is our in-house nutritionist and NASM certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and Virtual Coach. After enduring several hardships including three spine surgeries, Missy found herself struggling with limited pain relief options. Her surgeon advised exercise and nutrition, and after hiring a personal trainer her life was completely transformed. Pain became manageable, her strength and confidence grew, and she finally began sleeping well. Motivated by her own success, Missy pursued a career in fitness, leading her to JDFit. Now, she works with top trainers in the state to help others improve their lives with Strength Training & Nutrition!
Dylan Schebil
Personal Trainer
Dylan is a passionate personal trainer at JDFit, specializing in athletic training with a focus on youth and high school athletes. A former Ferris State football player, Dylan brings his love for fitness and sport to every session, helping clients build strength, agility, and confidence. Beyond the gym, he loves snowboarding, lifting, and any activity that keeps him moving and active. Dylan’s experience and enthusiasm make him a great guide for athletes as well as adults looking to improve their fitness.
Alexis Saagman
Client Success Manager
Alexis is a dedicated personal trainer with a passion for fitness and a unique background that combines athletics, military service, and a love for adventure. A former high school track athlete, Alexis has recently embraced competitive bodybuilding, channeling her commitment to strength and discipline. Currently a senior at Ferris State University, she balances her academic life with her duties in the National Guard, where she deepens her interest in the military. Alexis thrives on spontaneity, often seeking out opportunities for travel and new experiences. Her multifaceted approach to life and fitness inspires those around her to push their limits and embrace a well-rounded, dynamic lifestyle.
High-Quality Fitness Studio Equipment
At JDFit we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line equipment to ensure our clients achieve their fitness goals. Our facility is equipped with Rogue and Texas power bars. Lift specific bars such as dead lift bars and squat bars. Specialized SSB and cambered bars. Plyo boxes, kettlebells, med balls, sleds, turf, and much more. For our athletes, we are one of the only facilities in the state of Michigan to house a Proteus. This state of the art machine allows us to evaluate our athletes in real time and then program based on those recommendations. Everything you will need to train from powerlifting to performance training and everything in between.
Exceptional Features and Amenities
JDFit boasts a spacious, open-layout facility designed to maximize your training experience, featuring a dedicated turf area for sled work and agility drills. The gym showcases a variety of top of the line equipment to ensure that your workouts are of high quality and of variety. With our 24 hours access software, accessing the gym at any time is convenient so you are able to train at your leisure.
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