Who we are
Ready to feel confident and energized again? We want to help you reach your healthiest and happiest version of yourself at our Farmington gym. By partnering with us, you're enlisting a team that knows how to eliminate the uncertainty about where to start, how to achieve lasting results, and why prioritizing your health makes everything else in life easier.
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A husband-and-wife team who started it all from their garage
"In 2017, after buying our first home, we converted our garage into a gym. As first responders, we realized the potential to help others prioritize movement and strength training. What started as a personal space soon evolved into a hub for improving lives. Now, our mission has expanded — focusing on empowering busy adults of all ages and levels to prioritize their health and reclaim their vitality!"
Meghan Thomas
Owner / Coach
Meghan is a Certified Functional Strength Coach (CFSC), a Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach, and a former EMT. She brings a compassionate, detail-focused approach to coaching, specializing in helping women build strength safely through every stage of life — including pre- and postnatal training.
Certifications
- Certified Functional Strength Coach (CFSC)
- Pre/Postnatal — Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism
- Former EMT
Corey Thomas
Owner / Head Coach
Corey is a Certified Physical Preparation Specialist, a former Division I football athlete, and a former Police Officer. He blends elite athletic experience with a first responder's discipline to build strong, resilient adults and athletes, leading our strength and performance programming.
Certifications
- Certified Physical Preparation Specialist (CPPS)
- Former Division I football athlete
- Former Police Officer
Shaniyah Williams
Coach
Coach Shy is a Certified Functional Strength Coach with a Master's Degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology. She brings a unique, motivational coaching style that helps members build confidence and stay mentally engaged as they get stronger.
Certifications
- Certified Functional Strength Coach (CFSC)
- M.S. in Sport & Exercise Psychology
Our coaching philosophy
We believe strength is the foundation of a longer, fuller life — and that everyone deserves coaching that meets them where they are. Our approach is built on smart, progressive programming, world-class technique coaching, and genuine care for the person behind the goals. We don't chase soreness or punish you with random workouts; we build you up week over week so progress is sustainable and injuries are rare.
Just as important, we coach in a way that removes intimidation. Whether you're returning after years away from the gym or you're a competitive athlete, you'll be guided, encouraged, and never left to figure it out alone.
Community involvement
Thomas Fitness and Performance is more than a gym — it's a community hub. We host events, celebrate our members' milestones, and foster a supportive, family-oriented environment where people genuinely cheer each other on. As former first responders, giving back to our neighbors is part of who we are, and we're proud to invest in the health of families across Farmington and the surrounding towns.
Why Thomas Fitness is different
- Small groups with real, individualized coaching — not crowded classes or a key card and good luck.
- A credentialed team with elite athletic, first responder, and sport-psychology backgrounds.
- Progressive programming built around your goals, your body, and your schedule.
- A welcoming, judgment-free culture where beginners and athletes train side by side.
- A locally owned studio genuinely invested in the long-term health of our members and their families.
Rooted in Farmington, CT
Our home is at 353 Scott Swamp Rd. in Farmington, CT, and this community is where our story truly grew. What began in a converted garage in 2017 is now a thriving studio serving Farmington, Avon, Unionville, Plainville, Burlington, and West Hartford. When you train with us, you're supporting local coaches who live here, raise their family here, and are committed to making our corner of Connecticut stronger and healthier. Long term health starts here.
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Tell us a little about your goals and our team will reach out to map your next step.