Daniel R. Gaita MA, C.P.T. opened a one-of-a-kind 24 hour exercise and fitness environment that harnesses the important components of accountability and human motivation while overcoming the psychological barriers that inhibit many adults and fitness enthusiasts from reaching their goals to improve their overall physical condition and general health.

Physical fitness and exercise have been staples in my life. I have diligently studied Human Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesthesiology, Psychology and Nutrition. Specifically, I have focused on the interrelationship of these forces on fitness and exercise. Understanding these relationships has helped me design accurate, effective and comprehensive fitness programs for numerous clients varying in age, fitness level and health.

As a United States Marine, I trained rigorously, both mentally and physically, demanding a level of superior fitness from myself and my troops. I routinely earned near perfect physical fitness test scores and won first place in both my weight class and overall in the Marine 1994 Mr. Mediterranean Body Building Competition. So apparent was my passion for health and fitness that my commanding officers and direct supervisors placed me directly in charge of the training regimen for our troops.

Following my enlistment, I advanced rapidly in the health and fitness industry, advancing from fitness instructor to fitness director, to health club manager and today I operate my own and operate Private Studio Fitness. I have created a multi-faceted personal training business while simultaneously implementing ideas to improve the personal training industry for trainers and clients. I have worked within this industry throughout the last decade to ensure the credibility of personal trainers are maintained at the highest possible level.

I am recognized as an esteemed Master Level trainer by IDEA, the world's leading membership organization of health and fitness professionals, with more than 19,000 members in over 80 countries. Since 1982, IDEA has provided health and fitness professionals with unbiased data, pertinent information, educational resources, career development and industry leadership.

I am also a member of the International Health and Racquet Sports Association (IHRSA) which is the nations leading trade association serving the health and fitness club industry. IHRSA's mission is to grow, protect and promote the health and fitness industry, and to provide its members with benefits that will help them be more successful.

Locally, I am a member of the Bethel Chamber of Commerce, The American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and active in many local charities and events.

Throughout the last decade I have been featured in, quoted by, or have contributed to multiple fitness industry publications. Today I look forward to working with you and helping you obtain a level of fitness you may have never thought possible.

I hold a Diploma in Fitness and Nutrition, an Associates Degree in Science, a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership.

My experiences include 4 years as a United States Marine, Division 1 Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, work with Yale affiliated doctors and professors, Fitness Director/Instructor and Manager at upscale fitness facilities in Fairfield county, and almost two decades as a certified personal fitness trainer.