Meet the Team

    Real Coaches. Real People. Real Results.

    Every coach at Black Wall Strength is here because they believe in what we stand for: personalized support, progress with purpose, and helping every member feel like they belong here — because they do.

    Patrick Carver — coach at Black Wall Strength

    Owner & Head Coach

    Patrick Carver

    "The journey is what brings us happiness, not the destination."

    Patrick Carver, born and raised in Edmond, Oklahoma, has dedicated his life to athletics and human performance. A dual-sport athlete at Edmond North High School, Patrick went on to earn a degree in Exercise Science, building the foundation for a career centered on helping others unlock their true physical potential. He has also built and led high school and college level strength and conditioning programs, giving him extensive experience in developing individuals at every stage. With over a decade of coaching experience, Patrick has trained individuals from all backgrounds with one clear mission: to get stronger. He believes strength is more than just lifting weights — it's one of the most powerful investments a person can make in long-term health, resilience, and overall quality of life. Whether working with beginners or advanced athletes, Patrick has a proven ability to help clients build lasting strength and confidence. Patrick has made strength the core focus of the gym's identity. His coaching style blends barbells, bodyweight training, and evidence-based programming to help people perform at their best and stay strong for decades to come. Every person who trains under his guidance isn't just preparing for today; they're building strength for life.

    Credentials

    • Degree in Exercise Science
    • 10+ years coaching experience
    • Dual-sport athlete — Edmond North High School
    • Built and led high school & college strength and conditioning programs
    • Founder of Black Wall Strength

    Specializes In

    • Powerlifting & strength coaching
    • Personal training

      Beginners to advanced athletes

    • Strength & conditioning program design
    • Member onboarding & form work
    Jillian Carver — coach at Black Wall Strength

    Coach — Athletes, School of Strength & Women's Fitness

    Jillian Carver

    "Those times when you get up early, and you work hard, those times when you stay up late, and you work hard… that is actually the dream. It's not the destination; it's the journey. — Kobe Bryant"

    Jillian has a passion for movement and working hard in every aspect of life. Her philosophy includes maximizing life's potential by learning how to move the body in a way that enhances confidence mentally and physically. She has a strong foundation in physical education, psychology, and athlete development, combining formal education, training experience, and hands-on coaching. She emphasizes safety, confidence, discipline, and leadership in a structured and encouraging environment, believing that when all of us learn to move well, work hard, and believe in ourselves, the impact reaches far beyond the gym.

    Credentials

    • Master of Education in Secondary Education — Physical & Sport Education
    • Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education — Physical Education & Psychology
    • 10 years public educator
    • 8 years PE instructor
    • 5 years high school soccer coach — won a state championship
    • 5 years high school softball coach
    • 3 years powerlifting coach
    • 1 year flag football coach

    Specializes In

    • Athlete training

      Strength, conditioning, injury prevention

    • School of Strength

      A beginners class for children ages 10–18 who are new to lifting

    • Women's fitness

      Postpartum strength and recovery

    Train With Our Team

    Your first personal training session is free — no pressure. Come meet the coaches and see if Black Wall Strength is the right fit for you.