Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
I am beyond grateful for the Tracy Deon Hairston Foundation and especially for Terry, who has been such a powerful influence on my fitness journey. His encouragement, patience, and dedication have helped me achieve goals I never thought possible. Terry doesn't just train—he inspires, motivates, and truly cares about the people he works with. The foundation has given me strength not only physically but also mentally, and I can honestly say my life has been changed for the better because of it. Thank you, Terry, for believing in me and pushing me to be stronger every day."
-Forever Grateful -
-Forever Grateful -
Angela Larkin
We are parents of a 16-year-old daughter, and a 13-year-old son who are clients of Coach Terry’s “Village of Hope, Tracy Deon Hairston Foundation” (TDH). We cannot express enough how grateful we are for Coach Terry and the positive impact TDH has had on our children’s overall well-being, not to mention the obvious - their physical & mental health. Coach Terry, or Coach “T”, as we call him, is the most selfless person we have ever known. He is supportive and motivating, and he treats each client as the individual they are. He has a unique way of understanding exactly what each or our kids need. We are certain his years of experience as a trainer, life coach and as a recovery trainer has plenty to do with his understanding. We have never seen a professional invest so much in the positive outcome of another’s life as Coach “T” does. Sure, parents can encourage their children to do positive things, but that can go in one ear and out the other. Our children respect and look up to Coach “T” as a role model - and one they do not want to disappoint. Coach “T” is, and continues to be the voice that reaches them, and that’s remarkable.
Chris and Evelyn M.
When I was barely 30 days sober from alcohol, I was given an opportunity to join Gym Team America Fitness for a six-week training program for people during early Recovery. I had been given a six-week program of weight training, with the conditions of staying sober, attending 4 - 12-Step meetings a week, and showing up to the gym with a willingness and focus on physical fitness. I was introduced to Coach Terry and his wife, Kim. I was immediately embraced with their focus on ME. Having a one-on-one training showed and proved to me, that during my session, that I was their only FOCUS because I was the most important person in the room. It was very evident. Which was important to me during my early recovery. I was in the beginning of re-identifying who I was and who I wanted to become. Before I could fully believe in myself, trust myself, have confidence in myself, Coach instilled those with training for he saw all of that in me. Terry believed in me, trusted me, and watched my confidence grow. This was very instrumental in my early recovery. As I am writing this, I am nearing One Year of Sobriety. I know that Gym Team America Fitness and Coach Terry and Kim played a huge role and part of my journey. While during the training, I heard about Tracy Deon Hairston’s story of addiction. I could see how much impact that his life has played in many others. I will do what I can to honor his name. For me, just a small donation is doing my part for now. Many thanks and gratitude to Gym Team America Fitness and Coach Terry and Kim. I love your team and your vision.
Tim B
Training with Terry through the Tracy Deon Hairston Foundation has been a true turning point in my life, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. He's more than just a strength coach. He's someone who genuinely cares about your entire well-being. Every session feels like a mix of training, therapy, and mentorship. For Terry, it's about so much more than fitness.
I connected with Terry at a time when I was showing up to the gym, but I had lost my spark. I was just going through the motions, feeling disconnected, uninspired, and honestly a little lost. The workouts weren't giving me the same release or purpose they used to. But working with Terry through the foundation helped bring that fire back. He helped me reconnect, not just to fitness, but to myself. There are days when the mental and emotional weight feels heavier than any dumbbell. And on those days, knowing I have a session with Terry gives me something to look forward to. It brings structure, stability, and support especially when I struggle to show up for myself. His consistency helped me rebuild mine, and that sense of accountability has been life-changing. When I'm training with him, the noise quiets. I'm in the moment. The workout becomes a kind of therapy and safe space where I can process, release, and push through whatever I'm carrying. Terry reminds me that I'm stronger than I think, especially on the days I feel the weakest.
His coaching style is exactly what I didn't know I needed. Just when I feel like I've hit my limit, he pushes me, not with pressure, but with belief. And every time I rise to the challenge, I prove something to myself. That's the kind of growth that transforms you from the inside out. I can't thank Terry enough for helping me realize It's not just about strength it's about healing mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. It's a reset, an escape, and a reminder of everything you're capable of becoming.
I connected with Terry at a time when I was showing up to the gym, but I had lost my spark. I was just going through the motions, feeling disconnected, uninspired, and honestly a little lost. The workouts weren't giving me the same release or purpose they used to. But working with Terry through the foundation helped bring that fire back. He helped me reconnect, not just to fitness, but to myself. There are days when the mental and emotional weight feels heavier than any dumbbell. And on those days, knowing I have a session with Terry gives me something to look forward to. It brings structure, stability, and support especially when I struggle to show up for myself. His consistency helped me rebuild mine, and that sense of accountability has been life-changing. When I'm training with him, the noise quiets. I'm in the moment. The workout becomes a kind of therapy and safe space where I can process, release, and push through whatever I'm carrying. Terry reminds me that I'm stronger than I think, especially on the days I feel the weakest.
His coaching style is exactly what I didn't know I needed. Just when I feel like I've hit my limit, he pushes me, not with pressure, but with belief. And every time I rise to the challenge, I prove something to myself. That's the kind of growth that transforms you from the inside out. I can't thank Terry enough for helping me realize It's not just about strength it's about healing mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. It's a reset, an escape, and a reminder of everything you're capable of becoming.
Ally Ochoa