Darrick Druce

Darrick Druce has a diverse work experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Darrick started their career at North Central College as a Camp Director from 2006 to 2010. Darrick then became a Sports Performance Coach for the Chicago Bulls from 2008 to 2010. Darrick joined The Y (YMCA) as a Senior Program Director from 2010 to 2012. Darrick then worked at LA Fitness as a General Manager from 2012 to 2013 and later as a District Manager from 2013 to 2014. Darrick also worked at YouFit Gyms as a District Manager from 2014 to 2016 and as a Regional Sales Director from 2016 to 2016. Darrick is currently employed at Crunch Fitness CR Fitness Holdings, LLC since 2016, starting as a Regional Director of Personal Training and currently serving as the Vice President of Personal Training. Darrick also had a role as the Vice President of Partnerships at Crtside™ since 2017.

Darrick Druce has a Master's of Science degree in Sport Management from Liberty University, which they obtained from 2016 to 2022. Prior to that, they earned a Master of Leadership degree in Sports Leadership from North Central College from 2010 to 2012. Darrick also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Exercise Science from North Central College, which they received from 2006 to 2010. Darrick Druce completed their high school education at Milledgeville High School, where they obtained a High School Diploma from 2002 to 2006. In addition to their degrees, Darrick Druce has obtained various certifications including Behavior Change in Exercise and Certified Personal Trainer from PTA Global, as well as Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist and Corrective Exercise Specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) respectively.