Coach/owner at Southwest Strength has been involved in athletics his whole life. He grew up playing hockey and volleyball. After high school he attended Brandon University, receiving his Bachelor of Physical Education and Bachelor of Education.
He has been involved in the sport of volleyball for 15 years. He currently coaches the varsity volleyball team at Melita School. He has taken a strong passion in pursuing his fitness goals the last 5 years. He has competed in crossfit the last 3 years and enjoys the daily mental and physical grind involved with trying to improve his overall fitness. He loves the feeling of accomplishing something he never thought he could have. The constant strive for improvement keeps him motivated.
Nathan believes that through consistent training, effort, proper assessment, program design and a positive community, goals can be achieved. He also believes fitness is a journey, and whether you are just a beginner or a 60 year old grandparent, fitness can add many qualities to your life.
Education/Training:
Precision Nutrition Coaching Level 1
NCCP Level 2 Weightlifting
NCCP level 1 Weightlifting Intro to comp
Opex CCP Level 1: Assessment & Program Design 2015/2016
Bachelor of Physical Education
Bachelor of Education
Crossfit Level 1 Trainer
Volleyball Level 2 Technical
NCCP Multi-Sport Theory Level 1 & 2
Intro to Competition Weightlifting Level 1
Hockey Trained Coach 2
Badminton Trained Regional Coach