Coaches · Brentwood, TN
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Founder
Aaron Hines is a multifaceted professional — known locally as The Mayor of Fitness — whose mission is to help people move better, feel better, and live stronger. A devoted husband to Amanda and proud father to Lincoln and Stetson, Aaron blends family, faith, and fitness into everything he does.
A three-time bestselling author and nationally recognized personal trainer, Aaron has become one of the most trusted names in health and performance across Middle Tennessee.
A former collegiate football player at Lambuth University, Aaron’s passion for performance started on the field. He earned his degree in Health and Human Performance from the University of Tennessee at Martin and went on to complete a Master’s in Exercise Physiology from Florida State University. Over the past 15 years, he’s added more than a dozen elite certifications, including EXOS Sports Performance Specialist, NASM-FNS, and NASM-YES.
As the Founder of Premier Performance Training in Brentwood, TN, Aaron specializes in helping adults over 45 lose weight, move pain-free, and rediscover their confidence through science-based, personalized training. His team also works with elite athletes — including NFL Hall of Famer Bruce Matthews, former Tennessee Titan Michael Archie, and PGA Tour professional Brandt Snedeker — to elevate their performance and longevity.
Aaron’s leadership has earned recognition throughout the community, including being named one of Nashville’s Top Personal Trainers (2020) and leading a facility honored as Best Gym in 2020, 2021, and 2023. His insights have been featured in Franklin Lifestyle Magazine, WebMD, Nashville Fit Magazine, and top podcasts like The Hit Streak with Nick Hiter.
Whether you’re an athlete chasing your next level or an adult ready to take control of your health, Aaron’s approach is simple — you bring the commitment, and he’ll bring the plan.
Coach Aaron Hines · Founder
Credentials
Played
Former collegiate football player, Lambuth University
Education
Master’s in Exercise Physiology, Florida State University. Degree in Health and Human Performance, University of Tennessee at Martin.
Certified
EXOS Sports Performance Specialist, NASM-YES and NASM-FNS — among more than a dozen certifications
Clinical
Mayo Clinic internship (Jacksonville) · cardiac & pulmonary rehab · Vanderbilt volunteer
Orthopedics
Three years alongside orthopedic doctors at Elite Sports Medicine & Orthopedics
Author
Three-time bestselling author
Recognition
One of Nashville’s Top Personal Trainers (2020) · Best Gym 2020, 2021 & 2023
Featured in
Franklin Lifestyle Magazine, WebMD, Nashville Fit Magazine, The Hit Streak podcast
Head Coach
Butch is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach with experience across several levels of athletic performance. With direct coaching experience ranging from middle school athletes, all the way to Power 5 college football, Butch brings a big-picture approach to improving athletic performance and overall development. Most recently, Butch coached at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he coached the school’s first Division II Track and Field national champion. Also, the Track and Field program under Butch saw the most national championship qualifiers for the upcoming Outdoor Track and Field National Championship Meet.
With certifications from the NSCA and USA Weightlifting, Butch focuses on improving technical proficiency in lifting technique, while also providing tangible proof of increases in strength and power. Butch graduated from Florida State University with a Master’s in Sport Management, where he also started his strength and conditioning career with FSU Football as a strength intern. Coach Butch is taking on new clients.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach · certifications from the NSCA and USA Weightlifting
Master’s in Sport Management, Florida State University
Middle school athletes to Power 5 college football
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University · FSU Football (strength intern)
Personal Trainer
I’m a former collegiate athlete with a background in Kinesiology and a passion for helping people move, feel, and perform at their best. As a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and NASM Stretching & Flexibility Coach, I specialize in personal training, assisted stretching, mobility, and recovery.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer · NASM Stretching & Flexibility Coach
Former collegiate athlete · background in Kinesiology
Personal training, assisted stretching, mobility, and recovery
Google reviews
Aaron and his team provide a tailored workout in a fun group setting. My fitness level has increased substantially and they have done a great job of working around my physical limitations.
I want to deeply thank Aaron and the team at Premier Performance for everything you have done for me.
We have made great improvements in such a short period of time. Great staff with all the knowledge.
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Helping adults 45+ and athletes perform at their best — in sport, in life, and for life.
Meet the coaches behind Premier Performance Training.
We’ll text you within 24 hours or less to set a time convenient to you.
Founder
Aaron Hines is a multifaceted professional — known locally as The Mayor of Fitness — whose mission is to help people move better, feel better, and live stronger. A devoted husband to Amanda and proud father to Lincoln and Stetson, Aaron blends family, faith, and fitness into everything he does.
A three-time bestselling author and nationally recognized personal trainer, Aaron has become one of the most trusted names in health and performance across Middle Tennessee.
A former collegiate football player at Lambuth University, Aaron’s passion for performance started on the field. He earned his degree in Health and Human Performance from the University of Tennessee at Martin and went on to complete a Master’s in Exercise Physiology from Florida State University. Over the past 15 years, he’s added more than a dozen elite certifications, including EXOS Sports Performance Specialist, NASM-FNS, and NASM-YES.
Credentials
As the Founder of Premier Performance Training in Brentwood, TN, Aaron specializes in helping adults over 45 lose weight, move pain-free, and rediscover their confidence through science-based, personalized training. His team also works with elite athletes — including NFL Hall of Famer Bruce Matthews, former Tennessee Titan Michael Archie, and PGA Tour professional Brandt Snedeker — to elevate their performance and longevity.
Aaron’s leadership has earned recognition throughout the community, including being named one of Nashville’s Top Personal Trainers (2020) and leading a facility honored as Best Gym in 2020, 2021, and 2023. His insights have been featured in Franklin Lifestyle Magazine, WebMD, Nashville Fit Magazine, and top podcasts like The Hit Streak with Nick Hiter.
Whether you’re an athlete chasing your next level or an adult ready to take control of your health, Aaron’s approach is simple — you bring the commitment, and he’ll bring the plan.
Former collegiate football player, Lambuth University
Master’s in Exercise Physiology, Florida State University. Degree in Health and Human Performance, University of Tennessee at Martin.
EXOS Sports Performance Specialist, NASM-YES and NASM-FNS — among more than a dozen certifications
Mayo Clinic internship (Jacksonville) · cardiac & pulmonary rehab · Vanderbilt volunteer
Three years alongside orthopedic doctors at Elite Sports Medicine & Orthopedics
Three-time bestselling author
One of Nashville’s Top Personal Trainers (2020) · Best Gym 2020, 2021 & 2023
Franklin Lifestyle Magazine, WebMD, Nashville Fit Magazine, The Hit Streak podcast
Head Coach
Butch is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach with experience across several levels of athletic performance. With direct coaching experience ranging from middle school athletes, all the way to Power 5 college football, Butch brings a big-picture approach to improving athletic performance and overall development. Most recently, Butch coached at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he coached the school’s first Division II Track and Field national champion. Also, the Track and Field program under Butch saw the most national championship qualifiers for the upcoming Outdoor Track and Field National Championship Meet.
With certifications from the NSCA and USA Weightlifting, Butch focuses on improving technical proficiency in lifting technique, while also providing tangible proof of increases in strength and power. Butch graduated from Florida State University with a Master’s in Sport Management, where he also started his strength and conditioning career with FSU Football as a strength intern. Coach Butch is taking on new clients.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach · certifications from the NSCA and USA Weightlifting
Master’s in Sport Management, Florida State University
Middle school athletes to Power 5 college football
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University · FSU Football (strength intern)
Personal Trainer
I’m a former collegiate athlete with a background in Kinesiology and a passion for helping people move, feel, and perform at their best. As a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and NASM Stretching & Flexibility Coach, I specialize in personal training, assisted stretching, mobility, and recovery.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer · NASM Stretching & Flexibility Coach
Former collegiate athlete · background in Kinesiology
Personal training, assisted stretching, mobility, and recovery
Google reviews
Coach Aaron and his staff are big time! They know what they are doing! They get results!
My daughter did 3 months of intense training at Premier as she prepped to head off to college to play volleyball. Aaron and the other trainers tailored workouts to address her areas of weakness, and she showed some great improvement even in that short time.
I’d highly recommend Aaron and his team at Premier for any middle/HS athlete looking to get faster, stronger and bigger!
