Our Founder
Ernie Lukesch
Founder, head trainer, the force of nature
Soon after graduating from Purdue University, Ernie began his professional journey as a personal trainer — at Chicago's prestigious East Bank Club. As his list of credentials grew so too did his list of clients, making him one of the most sought-after trainers in the city.
“Launching Elevate was a natural next step for me,” says Ernie. By allowing me to handpick my staff and design the space to my specs I can now share all I've learned with a larger number of clients — without compromising the powerful benefits of one-on-one and small group instruction.
ACE CPT
B.A. Purdue University
FMS 1
FST LEVEL 1
NASM CES
NASM CPT
NASM PES
NASM Speed, Agility, and Quickness
NASM Youth
OnBase University Level 1 Pitching
POWER PLATE
Trigger Point & Myofascial Therapy
TRX
USAW LEVEL 1
“I was a chubby kid,” says Ernie, “so early on I discovered how being out of shape can impact your whole life. I lacked energy and self-confidence. I knew exercise would help, but it was largely due to the support of some key people that I was able to stay motivated and turn things around for good. That's when I learned the value of having a good coach in your corner.”
“Building muscle is easy. Here, clients build true strength and often, greater confidence.”
— Ernie Lukesch