East Hickman Family Fitness was founded after a fire devastated Coach Eric Spence’s gym in 2014. His gym was destroyed and his faith and resolution were tested after the insurance company refused to honor their obligations. Amidst the ashes of a previously thriving location, Coach Spence was faced with two choices; give up and pursue other goals, or rebuild and continue his life’s work of making the world a healthier place. Wanting to give back to the community and seeing such a great need, the decision was clear. Rebuilding from nothing except his knowledge and reputation for integrity and excellence, Coach Spence relocated to Hickman County where he opened two facilities.