Your Crew.
Your Station.
Every trainer at T&D is a specialist! We match you with the right coach for your goals, your body, and your journey.
Brian
Head Trainer & Founder
Brian founded Training & Discipline with a singular mission: bring elite-level personal training to Palm Springs without the big-box gym experience. With over three decades of hands-on coaching, he specializes in strength training, post-rehab recovery, and neurological condition support.
His approach is methodical, science-backed, and deeply personal — every program is built from scratch around the individual standing in front of him.
He is also a RSPA certified tennis professional and teaches private and group lessons in the Palm Springs area.
Specialties
Certifications
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- Corrective Exercise Specialist
- Senior Fitness Specialist
- RSPA Tennis Professional
Client Reviews
1 of 3"Brian's training style is both professional and personal, obviously based on years of experience. The workouts are varied and challenging, and in our two years of training together he still manages to surprise me with new stuff at every turn. Our sessions are full of sweat and laughter and I've left feeling like I just hung out with one of my best friends. The proof is in the pudding, though, and I've gotten amazing results in my strength and fitness, and I couldn't be any happier with how my body looks. Being around 50, Brian knows how to push my body safely yet effectively to squeeze the most out of every session. If you're looking for support in reaching your body and fitness goals, do yourself a favor and book a session with Brian and see for yourself why Training and Discipline is Palm Springs' best new boutique fitness experience."
Zac
Master Trainer
Zac is a certified personal trainer with the National Council of Strength and Fitness, holding a collegiate background in Exercise Science and Sport Nutrition.
Zac stands as a 500 hr E-RYT and YACEP with Yoga Alliance, alongside a 300 hr advanced training in Yoga Therapy.
With over a decade in the fitness realm, his expertise spans personal training, program design, and mentoring fellow fitness professionals. Zac's genuine passion for enhancing clients' strength and empowerment resonates deeply in every interaction, making him an invaluable presence in the fitness and medical industries.
Specialties
Certifications
- NCSF Certified Personal Trainer
- 500 hr E-RYT — Yoga Alliance
- YACEP — Yoga Alliance
- 300 hr Advanced Yoga Therapy
Client Reviews
1 of 3"I have been training with Zac Armstrong at Training and Discipline for the last seven months. I have worked-out at a variety of high-end and private gyms with a variety of trainers over the past years. Zac is as good as they get … The real deal. He is professional, organized, and most importantly understands and adjusts workouts to the individual needs of the individual clients. Nothing is done by rote. Zac knows how to push you and stretch you to attain your goals and your maximum potential but it is always done with warmth, enthusiasm and a smile. Zac is clearly one of the best trainers with whom I have ever worked and earns only superlatives. I plan to continue to be trained by Zac as he has helped me reach my goals and will continue to help me reach new goals. AND just as the name implies Zac and his gym are all about Training and Discipline. The gym is kept remarkably clean with all new state-of-the-art equipment that is well maintained. Unlike many of the larger and better known Desert-Area gyms, working out at Training and Discipline is hassle free, with all the equipment always in working order, the gym not overcrowded, and the overall environment one that fosters hard work and goal attainment. All-in-all, Zac and the gym are as good as you get."
Patrick
Master Trainer
Patrick is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He has obtained two undergraduate degrees in Exercise Science and Pedagogy from CSUSB before earning his Master's degree in Strength & Conditioning and Sport Psychology from Western Illinois University.
Patrick has spent the last 20 years working in the fitness industry starting back in 2000 as a personal trainer at 24 Hour Fitness. He would eventually work in the collegiate setting at UCR, UCLA, and finally WIU as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for sports ranging from waterpolo to basketball.
Patrick believes it is not just his job to design and implement programs for his clients, but to help them understand the science and reasoning behind the programming so that they can make more informed decisions in their fitness journey.
Specialties
Certifications
- NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
- MS Strength & Conditioning / Sport Psychology — WIU
- BS Exercise Science — CSUSB
- BS Pedagogy — CSUSB
Client Reviews
1 of 2"Training and Discipline is top shelf. I have worked with Patrick Lauderdale for six months and the experience has been transformative. He is extremely knowledgeable, diligent about his work and holds himself and his clients to high standards. He does this with focus, patience and flawless communication. I would recommend him to my most discerning friend without reservation."
Emma Middlebrook
Master Trainer
I'm Emma Middlebrook, I have close to 25 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. I run a small group fitness studio in Portland OR but have made Palm Springs my home.
I want to bring all of the things I have learned over the years to this amazing community in the desert. I especially love supporting members of the LGBTQA+ family.
Through years of experience and education I've figured out the best methods to help people reach their goals. I was a top trainer at Equinox Fitness and hold the prestigious NSCA-CPT Certification and ACE Health and Wellness Certification. I have a BS in Psychology and an Associates in Occupational Therapy.
My specialty is delivering comprehensive workout/lifestyle programs that are scientifically based and tailored exclusively for you. My system is proven to get results every time and is not only incredibly effective, but enjoyable and fulfilling. I want to give my clients the tools they need to create a healthier lifestyle.
Specialties
Certifications
- NSCA-CPT Certified Personal Trainer
- ACE Health and Wellness Certification
- BS in Psychology
- Associates in Occupational Therapy
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