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Frank J. Ancharski, M.S. — Founder & Chief Coaching Officer
Est. 2003

"Coach A"

Frank J. Ancharski, M.S.

Founder & Chief Coaching Officer

Biography

Decades of Executive Leadership, FAITH in Fitness & People

His experience spans publicly traded companies, franchise organizations, independent clubs, private equity-backed businesses, medical fitness centers, luxury and HVLP brands, and consulting engagements across domestic and international markets. Along the way, Frank has served as an owner, executive, operator, coach, and trusted advisor—giving him a perspective shaped not only by strategy, but by responsibility for the people, numbers, and outcomes that come with running a business.

Today, he works alongside owners and executives to identify what matters most, solve what is getting in the way, and turn good ideas into practical, measurable action. His approach combines operating experience, accountability, coaching and an unwavering belief that how results are achieved matters just as much as the results themselves.

Frank earned his B.S. in Kinesiology from Penn State University and his M.S. in Health and Fitness Management from American University. His industry service has included work with the American College of Sports Medicine, the Health & Fitness Association and numerous professional organizations and executive groups.

Outside of work, Frank and his wife, Judy, live in Greenville, South Carolina. He and his wife remain enthusiastic Penn Staters, fanatical New York sports fans, believers in their FAITH, and proud parents to Kyle, Tiffany, and granddaughter Lilly May.  A lifelong student of leadership, a mentor, storyteller, and a believer that the best leaders never stop learning—or caring about the people they lead.

Credentials & Affiliations

ACSM Certified Health/Fitness Director & Exercise Test Technologist
ACSM Exam Designer & Examiner for H/F Director Certification
Chapter Author — Financial Considerations, ACSM Resource Manual for Certifications
Certified Coach, Kingdom Factor — Faith-Based Peer Groups
Domestic & International Presenter for HFA, HFA Institute & Club Industry
Chair at REX Roundtables for Executives
HFA Headlight Committee Member — Facility Standards & Membership
Alumni Presenter for New England Racquet Sports Association, California Clubs of Distinction & Mid-Atlantic Club Managers Association

Track Record

$16M+ Revenue Leadership

Delivered 14% year-over-year revenue growth with 43–46% EBITDA performance.

99.1% Membership Growth

Helped produce more than $7M in revenue while nearly doubling membership in 12 months.

$300K+ Recurring Consulting Revenue

Built recurring consulting revenue across 15 client relationships while managing 10 active sites.

Multi-Site & Enterprise Leadership

Led operations across franchise, private-equity, independent and institutional fitness organizations.

Let’s Talk About What’s Next

Whether you’re facing an operating challenge, considering growth, evaluating a new opportunity, or simply need an experienced outside perspective, a conversation is a good place to start.

Frank J. Ancharski, M.S.

724.759.1479[email protected]