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ADULT Group Training
Your fitness journey starts here.
At Granite Fitness & Performance, our approach is what makes us the best Gym in the Dover area. Since our establishment in 2018, we’ve meticulously crafted a philosophy centered around our clients’ needs, ensuring our methods are not only efficient but also profoundly effective.
Whether you’re embarking on your fitness journey for the first time or seeking to elevate your performance, Granite Fitness & Performance is your dedicated partner in achieving your goals. Let us guide you towards your aspirations and empower you to reach new heights of success.
meet the team
meet the team
Meet the dedicated team of fitness experts at Granite Fitness & Performance, where passion meets proficiency to guide you on your journey to wellness. Our accomplished staff comprises experienced trainers, nutrition specialists, and wellness coaches, each committed to helping you unlock your full potential. With personalized attention and tailored guidance, we’re here to support you every step of the way towards achieving your fitness goals.
Co-Owner + Personal Trainer
IAN DUFFY +
Co-Owner | Personal Trainer
Ian Duffy
Ian Duffy is the founder and co-owner of Granite Fitness and Performance, and both a lifelong athlete and resident of Dover. He hopes to give back to the Seacoast area by providing a clean, safe, state-of-the-art facility for people to train. Ian’s main areas of expertise are functional strength and conditioning, injury prevention and athletic performance enhancement. He understands how the body works and believes strongly that movement quality effects long term health and fitness.Â
Ian is passionate about helping people find their place in the gym and help athletes perform the best at their sport. He wants to help people reach their full potential using training methods that help, not hurt – believing you should never have to push through pain to achieve the results you desire in the gym.
Ian has a degree in Human Science concentrated in Human Performance from the University of Tampa. His passion for continuing his education has lead him to obtain his Functional Movement Screen Level 1 (FMS-L1) Certification along with his Certified Functional Strength Coach Level 1 Certification (CFSC-L1) and his National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Training Certificate (NASM-CPT).
Ian strives to empower his clients with the knowledge and skills they need to continue to improve throughout their lives. He is available for personal training and he coaches sports performance groups and functional strength and conditioning classes.Â
Co-Owner | Personal Trainer
Ian Duffy
Ian Duffy is the founder and co-owner of Granite Fitness and Performance, and both a lifelong athlete and resident of Dover. He hopes to give back to the Seacoast area by providing a clean, safe, state-of-the-art facility for people to train. Ian’s main areas of expertise are functional strength and conditioning, injury prevention and athletic performance enhancement. He understands how the body works and believes strongly that movement quality effects long term health and fitness.Â
Ian is passionate about helping people find their place in the gym and help athletes perform the best at their sport. He wants to help people reach their full potential using training methods that help, not hurt – believing you should never have to push through pain to achieve the results you desire in the gym.
Ian has a degree in Human Science concentrated in Human Performance from the University of Tampa. His passion for continuing his education has lead him to obtain his Functional Movement Screen Level 1 (FMS-L1) Certification along with his Certified Functional Strength Coach Level 1 Certification (CFSC-L1) and his National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Training Certificate (NASM-CPT).
Ian strives to empower his clients with the knowledge and skills they need to continue to improve throughout their lives. He is available for personal training and he coaches sports performance groups and functional strength and conditioning classes.Â
Co-Owner + Personal Trainer
Jake Shollar +
Co-Owner & Personal Trainer
Jake shollar
Jake is a graduate of Southeast Missouri State University with a bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences and Exercise Science with a minor in Nutrition. He also holds a Certified Functional Strength Coach Level 1 Certification (CFSC-L1).Â
Jake’s goal is to improve the lives of gym members through health and performance initiatives while supplying a positive and uplifting environment. What separates Jake from others is his diversity in training methods. While sticking to the most up to date research on training principles, Jake has a desire to both educate and create diverse workout plans that keep the workouts interesting while providing the most effective methods.
When he’s not at Granite, Jake enjoys taking his dog to the beach, hiking the 4,000 footers, golfing, and snowboarding.
Co-Owner | Personal Trainer
Jake Shollar
Jake is a graduate of Southeast Missouri State University with a bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences and Exercise Science with a minor in Nutrition. He also holds a Certified Functional Strength Coach Level 1 Certification (CFSC-L1).Â
Jake’s goal is to improve the lives of gym members through health and performance initiatives while supplying a positive and uplifting environment. What separates Jake from others is his diversity in training methods. While sticking to the most up to date research on training principles, Jake has a desire to both educate and create diverse workout plans that keep the workouts interesting while providing the most effective methods.
When he’s not at Granite, Jake enjoys taking his dog to the beach, hiking the 4,000 footers, golfing, and snowboarding.
assistant gm + Personal Trainer + Dietician
Kara Pavlidis +
Assistant General Manager | Personal Trainer | Registered Dietitian
Kara Pavlidis
As the Assistant General Manager, personal trainer, and Registered Dietitian, Kara brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role at Granite. With a passion for health and wellness, she thrives on helping members achieve their fitness goals and lead healthy, sustainable lifestyles.
Kara received her Bachelor Degree in Health Science Nutrition from Keene State College in 2014, and is a Licensed & Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. She also holds a Certified Functional Strength Coach Level 1 Certification (CFSC-L1).
Kara takes a personalized approach to each client, recognizing that everyone’s needs and abilities are unique. Her focus on client movement is slow, mindful, and simple. She takes the time to understand their goals, motivations, and challenges, tailoring her training and dietary recommendations accordingly.
When she’s not at Granite, Kara enjoys surfing, snowboarding, reading, and cooking.
You can start working with Kara through our Granite Nutrition services by emailing her at kara@granitefandp.com.
Assistant General Manager | Personal Trainer | Registered Dietitian
Kara Pavlidis
As the Assistant General Manager, personal trainer, and Registered Dietitian, Kara brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role at Granite. With a passion for health and wellness, she thrives on helping members achieve their fitness goals and lead healthy, sustainable lifestyles.
Kara received her Bachelor Degree in Health Science Nutrition from Keene State College in 2014, and is a Licensed & Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. She also holds a Certified Functional Strength Coach Level 1 Certification (CFSC-L1).
Kara takes a personalized approach to each client, recognizing that everyone’s needs and abilities are unique. Her focus on client movement is slow, mindful, and simple. She takes the time to understand their goals, motivations, and challenges, tailoring her training and dietary recommendations accordingly.
When she’s not at Granite, Kara enjoys surfing, snowboarding, reading, and cooking.
You can start working with Kara through our Granite Nutrition services by emailing her at kara@granitefandp.com.
PERSONAL TRAINER + COACH
Charley Schaible +
Personal Trainer | Coach
Charley Schaible
Charley (they/he) is a Movement Specialist. Their background when it comes to your health is from working in Massage Therapy (LMT), Behavior Change (ACE), Functional Fitness (FSC), and Human Movement (GOATA).
For them, health and fitness is inclusive, holistic, and therapeutic. There is something for everybody and everybody. When working with Charley, the constant goal for you is to be confident moving through your day to day life. The next is building the foundation to climb to your next level.
When Charley is not at Granite, they like to get outside hiking on the trails and swim when possible. You can also find them playing games (board, video, puzzle, you name it!) with their partners and friends.
Personal Trainer | Coach
Charley Schaible
Charley (they/he) is a Movement Specialist. Their background when it comes to your health is from working in Massage Therapy (LMT), Behavior Change (ACE), Functional Fitness (FSC), and Human Movement (GOATA).
For them, health and fitness is inclusive, holistic, and therapeutic. There is something for everybody and everybody. When working with Charley, the constant goal for you is to be confident moving through your day to day life. The next is building the foundation to climb to your next level.
When Charley is not at Granite, they like to get outside hiking on the trails and swim when possible. You can also find them playing games (board, video, puzzle, you name it!) with their partners and friends.
