Live Your Fullest Life
Empowering individuals to achieve their health and wellness goals through premium fitness studio experiences.
Our Story
TruFit was born from a simple truth: when longtime friends share a passion, something meaningful can happen. Andre, Manoela, and Scott had been close for years—their children grew up together, and they always knew they wanted to build something that mattered.
Each brought their own love of movement: Andre through Jiu-Jitsu, Manoela through Pilates, and Scott through swimming, boxing, and CrossFit. What united them was a belief that wellness isn't a luxury—it's essential to living life to the fullest.
In March 2024, that belief became action. They acquired three Club Pilates licenses in Central Illinois, bringing world-class Pilates instruction to Champaign, Bloomington, and soon, Peoria.
Est. 2024
Chicago • Central Illinois
Our Mission
The day-to-day can be a grind. We believe that carving out time for yourself isn't selfish—it's essential. Our mission is to create spaces where people can invest in their health, find their strength, and discover what it means to truly live well.
Wellness First
Health and wellness at the core of everything we do
Community
Building connections that support lasting change
Excellence
World-class instruction and studio experiences
Meet the Team
Three friends, united by friendship and a shared passion for wellness
Andre
Co-Founder
Investment banker specializing in buy-side acquisitions at Pramex, a French bank. Andre brings strategic financial expertise and a deep commitment to building sustainable businesses.
Passion: Jiu-Jitsu
Family: Father of Felipe and Carol
Dog: Mac 🐕
Manoela (Manu)
Co-Founder & Operations
With a strong sales background at various large organizations, Manu now leads studio operations full-time, bringing hands-on expertise to deliver exceptional member experiences.
Passion: Pilates
Family: Mother of Felipe and Carol
Dog: Mac 🐕
Scott Cairncross
Co-Founder
Former SAP Finance Consultant who founded TruQua Enterprises, successfully selling to IBM in 2020. After a decade in corporate technology, Scott left IBM to pursue his passion for health and wellness through TruFit.
Passion: Swimming, Boxing & CrossFit
Family: Father of Matt (12) and Liam (10)
Dog: Precious (Shorkipom) 🐕
Our Studios
Premium Club Pilates locations serving Central Illinois
Club Pilates Peoria
Coming SoonPeoria, IL
Opening SoonLooking Ahead
While Pilates is our foundation, our vision extends beyond a single discipline. We dream of building a diverse portfolio of wellness studios—each focused on helping people move better, feel stronger, and get the most out of their lives. Whether it's yoga, cycling, strength training, or something entirely new, TruFit will be there to support your journey.
TruFit Nexus
We're not just running studios—we're building the technology to run them better. TruFit Nexus is our franchise operations platform designed to streamline the back-office work so franchisees can focus on what matters most: their members.
- Automated remit processing and QuickBooks integration
- Streamlined accounting and financial reporting
- More time for members, less time on paperwork
Get in Touch
Whether you're interested in our studios, partnership opportunities, or just want to say hello—we'd love to hear from you.