Lagree Fitness Trainer Since 2019
Lagree Fitness
Lagree Fitness Journey
I began practicing and teaching Lagree Fitness in 2019 at One Lagree and was immediately drawn to the unique combination of intensity, mindfulness, music, and community that the method creates. What continues to bring me back is the way Lagree allows people to challenge themselves while staying deeply present — creating a space where clients can connect to their bodies, the movement, and the energy of the room around them.
My teaching style has been shaped through thousands of hours of hands-on coaching, continued education, and experience across multiple studios and markets. I began my training at One Lagree, became Level 1 certified through SculptHouse, and later completed additional training while teaching at Transform Colorado, where I further deepened my understanding of the Lagree method and movement coaching. I am also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and yoga trained, both of which continue to influence my approach to alignment, mobility, breath, and sustainable movement practices.
Over the years, I’ve worked with a wide range of clients — from athletes focused on performance and endurance to older adults, postpartum clients, beginners, and people rebuilding strength or confidence in their bodies. As a male instructor, I also enjoy helping make Lagree feel approachable to a broader range of clients, including men who may not initially see themselves drawn to the method. I’ve taught throughout the DFW area as well as across Colorado, including Dallas, Plano, Denver, and Boulder, and each community has shaped the instructor I am today. I value practical coaching rooted in anatomical awareness, adaptability, and helping people progress steadily over time rather than chasing perfection or extremes.
I’m constantly learning, refining my approach, and drawing from experiences across fitness, psychology, anatomy, and mindfulness practices to create classes that feel intentional, accessible, and genuinely supportive.
Certifications & Trainings
Lagree Fitness L1
NASM-CPT
200HR-RYT
Book a class.
Book a Lagree Fitness class with me for a movement experience that is both deeply challenging and grounding. Through slow, controlled movement, intentional pacing, music, and precise alignment, classes are designed to build muscular endurance, strengthen the mind-body connection, and create an immersive, almost meditative focus.
Whether you are new to Lagree or experienced on the Megaformer, my goal is to help you feel supported, connected to your body, and fully present in the work. Expect low-impact intensity, thoughtful coaching, and a class atmosphere that is energizing, mindful, and sustainable.
1:1 Services
Whether you’re preparing for your first audition or refining your presence as an instructor, I offer one-on-one coaching to help you grow into a confident, intentional Lagree teacher. Together we can develop your understanding of form, transitions, cueing, pacing, musicality, class flow, and coaching presence so you feel grounded both on the mic and on the machine.
Sessions are tailored to your experience level and goals, whether that means learning how to build a strong sequence, improving hands-on and verbal corrections, strengthening confidence while teaching, refining playlisting and energy management, or preparing for studio auditions and demo classes. My approach is practical, supportive, and focused on helping you develop your own authentic teaching style rather than sounding scripted or performative.
Work with me one-on-one to deepen your Lagree Fitness experience through personalized instruction tailored to your goals, skill level, and individual needs. Whether you are new to the method or looking to advance your practice, sessions are designed to help you build strength, endurance, control, and confidence on the Megaformer.
Training can also be adapted for specific considerations including postpartum recovery, older adults, injury history, or those seeking a more individualized pace and approach than a traditional group class. Sessions may focus on form refinement, modifications, endurance building, mobility, or creating a sustainable movement practice that supports your overall wellness goals.
Private sessions are available in-home across DFW, virtually, or in studio at One Lagree in Dallas & Plano. Reach out with questions regarding pricing, availability, or scheduling.
Reviews
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"Drake is an incredible instructor. His classes are challenging, fun, and he gives great cues for alignment."
TRANSFORM BLDR, CLASSPASS USER
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"Drake is Amazing- super social and friendly! I keep coming back to his classes because I love his style of practice. He gives hands-on adjustments to help you feel the posture and you can really feel the difference. Plus, I am a Techno Girl, and his music is always on point."
TRANSFORM RINO, CLASSPASS USER
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"Great instructor & excellent class. Highly reccomend as an intro to this type of workout with the slower transitions & more high level instruction. Instructor was hands on for some corrections in form, which I really appreciated."
TRANSFORM LODO, LAGREE 101 CLIENT
FAQs
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Though they may look similar at first glance, Lagree and Pilates are completely different methods with distinct goals and principles.
Lagree is a high-intensity, low-impact workout performed on the Megaformer (not a reformer) that blends strength training, endurance, and core stability. It uses continuous tension, controlled tempo, and strategic sequencing to create a deep muscular burn and rapid results—leaving you shaking, sweating, and strong.
Pilates, on the other hand, focuses on posture, alignment, flexibility, and mindful control. It’s slower and more restorative, emphasizing breath and precision rather than muscular intensity.
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The better question is—what doesn’t Lagree benefit?
Builds all five dimensions of fitness: strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and body composition.
Develops muscular endurance through slow, controlled resistance that keeps muscles under constant tension.
Tones and sculpts without bulk, activating slow-twitch muscle fibers for long, lean definition.
Enhances mobility, posture, and spinal alignment, promoting long-term joint and back health.
Strengthens deep core stability, improving coordination, balance, and overall athletic performance.
Promotes a meditative, theta-wave state, merging mindfulness with intense physical effort.
Fosters community and social well-being, uniting people who value challenge, consistency, and growth.
Attracts the most dedicated high performers—athletes, powerlifters, endurance competitors, and driven professionals—who want results without compromise.
Efficient and sustainable, delivering a transformative full-body workout in under an hour.
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Lagree builds muscular endurance, core control, mobility, and proper alignment, all while protecting spine and joint health. The method’s slow, controlled movements strengthen stabilizers and improve posture, helping athletes move more efficiently and recover faster. Because it targets deep muscle engagement without impact, Lagree is an ideal complement for endurance athletes, runners, skiers, powerlifters, bodybuilders, professional athletes, and others looking to enhance performance, balance, and longevity in their training.
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Lagree uses spring-loaded variable tension instead of static weight resistance, creating a workout that constantly challenges your muscles through every inch of movement.
Unlike free weights—which only provide resistance in a vertical plane due to gravity—springs offer multidirectional tension, engaging muscles on both vertical and horizontal planes. This means you’re strengthening through a fuller range of motion and recruiting stabilizers that static weights can miss.
Spring resistance also provides continuous, adjustable tension, preventing momentum or “cheating” through reps. The result is deeper muscle activation, improved endurance, and functional strength—without the joint strain or impact of heavy lifting.
In short: static weights build strength; variable tension builds control, endurance, and total-body stability.