“Health is a lifestyle!”

Derek was first exposed to fitness at a young age by his father, who enrolled him in Martial Arts, Wrestling, and Cross Country running, beginning in grade school and spanning through high school.

After community college, Derek received an opportunity to attend Norwich University on several academic/athletic grants and scholarships while participating in the Corps of Cadets. At Norwich, Derek played the #8 position in NAIA Division 1 Rugby, and continued to train in the gym on a daily basis. A work study with the Strength and Conditioning Coaches at Norwich was an opportunity to learn exercise programming and implementation.

After graduation, Derek obtained several national certifications in fitness, which are listed below. Over the past 10 years, Derek has trained countless clients from all walks of life, helping them to achieve their goals. In addition to being a Strength Coach, Derek is an EMT.

Certified Personal Trainer, NASM

MMA Conditioning Specialist, NASM

Women’s Fitness Specialist, NASM

Level 1 Trainer, CrossFit

Movement and Mobility Certification, CrossFit

Primal Kettlebell Instructor, Eric Leija

Emergency Medical Technician, NREMT/CA

Brown Belt, Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu

*Fully insured, certifications current