A4 Personal Trainers and Martial Arts Coaches
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CROSSFIT COACHES
Owner / Head Coach Adam Lerner
Certifications:
American Council on Exercise - ACE
CrossFit Level 1
USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Level 1 (Olympic Lifting)
9 Nutrition Certs
National University Sports Psychology
USA Boxing Coach
California State Athletic Commission - Corner man
Nevada State Athletic Commission - Corner man
Minnesota State Athletic Commission - Corner man
South Dakota State Athletic Commission - Corner man
Years CrossFitting:
20 years of:
Strength and Conditioning
Sports Performance
CrossFit
What do you specialize in?
Rehabilitation
Strength and Conditioning
Olympic Lifting
Nutrition
Boxing
MMA
Weight Loss
Hypertrophy
What are you passionate about?
Making people who see themselves as normal become exceptional.
What do you love most about coaching your members?
Seeing how quickly people can make immense improvements with good coaching and fluid communication
What is your athletic background? Any notable accomplishments?
Competitive Baseball 5-12 years old
Competitive Basketball 7-18 years old
USA Amateur Boxing 15-32 years old
Elementary School Best Athlete; Track and Field Heptathlon 1st place BOOM!
Professional Boxing/MMA Boxing coach 5 years, 2 year winning streak from July 2015 - July 2017, Over 85% winning percentage.
How did you end up as a CrossFit coach? What path brought you here?:
I've been involved in sports and fitness my whole life. Coaching CrossFit is one component of a natural progression toward a goal of athletic and fitness coaching excellence.
What do you do when you’re not CrossFitting?
love to play sports or snuggle with my kids and watch TV with my wife. I also coach and corner a professional MMA fight team that has the best record in California since July 2015. A4 Fight Team includes a UFC fighter, 3 undefeated pros and 5 guys ranked in the top 25 in California. I love competing at the highest level in sports. The intensity is incomparable.
Certifications:
American Council on Exercise - ACE
CrossFit Level 1
USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Level 1 (Olympic Lifting)
9 Nutrition Certs
National University Sports Psychology
USA Boxing Coach
California State Athletic Commission - Corner man
Nevada State Athletic Commission - Corner man
Minnesota State Athletic Commission - Corner man
South Dakota State Athletic Commission - Corner man
Years CrossFitting:
20 years of:
Strength and Conditioning
Sports Performance
CrossFit
What do you specialize in?
Rehabilitation
Strength and Conditioning
Olympic Lifting
Nutrition
Boxing
MMA
Weight Loss
Hypertrophy
What are you passionate about?
Making people who see themselves as normal become exceptional.
What do you love most about coaching your members?
Seeing how quickly people can make immense improvements with good coaching and fluid communication
What is your athletic background? Any notable accomplishments?
Competitive Baseball 5-12 years old
Competitive Basketball 7-18 years old
USA Amateur Boxing 15-32 years old
Elementary School Best Athlete; Track and Field Heptathlon 1st place BOOM!
Professional Boxing/MMA Boxing coach 5 years, 2 year winning streak from July 2015 - July 2017, Over 85% winning percentage.
How did you end up as a CrossFit coach? What path brought you here?:
I've been involved in sports and fitness my whole life. Coaching CrossFit is one component of a natural progression toward a goal of athletic and fitness coaching excellence.
What do you do when you’re not CrossFitting?
love to play sports or snuggle with my kids and watch TV with my wife. I also coach and corner a professional MMA fight team that has the best record in California since July 2015. A4 Fight Team includes a UFC fighter, 3 undefeated pros and 5 guys ranked in the top 25 in California. I love competing at the highest level in sports. The intensity is incomparable.
Owner / Coach Amanda Lerner
Certifications:
CrossFit Level 1
American Council on Exercise Personal Trainer
Years CrossFitting: 5
What do you specialize in?:
I specialize in being the person most women can relate to. I was never an athlete. I was overweight for half of my life and didn't really have much of a solid direction as far as health and wellness was concerned. I met Adam who believed in me more than I did myself and he led me to my best self health wise. I then had two babies which sent all that knowledge of health and well-being out the window. I got back on the horse at 35 years of age and never looked back. So I guess my specialty is I have "been there and done that" when it comes to fitness. I've been the chubby friend, the girl who finally learned how to get fit, the post-par tum momma who never thought she would find time to exercise, and now in the over 40 best shape of her life club. I am here to prove that you are never too old, overweight, tired or scared to have a healthy lifestyle.
What are you passionate about?:
My greatest passion is providing a beautiful life for my husband and two boys. The opportunity of having this business has afforded us the added benefit of having our family be involved in every aspect of our lives. It gives our sons an amazing education for not only taking care of their health but for experiencing the ins and outs of owning a business.
What do you love most about coaching your members?:
I LOVE when members tell me we have changed their lives. When someone comes to me and tells me I am the best part of their day, it means everything! I get all warm inside when a member accomplishes something they vowed they never would. All of these moments are the golden.
What is your athletic background? Any notable accomplishments?:
I am a proud member of the Franklin High School Knightettes circa 1990-1994. We were a cross between the NYC Rockettes and a bomb hip hop crew. My one and only claim to athletic excellence.
How did you end up as a CrossFit coach? What path brought you here?:
I had just had my second child and was itching to do SOMETHING. Adam and I were living in Austin, TX and were driving down Burnet Road when my eyes caught sight of three 3 super ripped women doing crazy movements on a pull-up bar. They were dirty, sweaty and incredibly sexy and I knew at that moment I wanted to try whatever it was those chicks were doing. I started my first class at CrossFit Central the next week and was hooked ever since.
What do you do when you’re not CrossFitting?
Anything and everything in the great outdoors. Hike, bike, swim, box and stairs (lots of stairs). All other hours are spent with my kiddos and my man!
What's your favorite quote?:
To be nobody but yourself in a world which is doing its best, day and night, to make you everybody else means to fight the hardest battle which any human being can fight, and never stop fighting - ee cummings
Is there anything else you want people to know about you? Funny, interesting stories you’d like to tell?My dream was to be a back-up dancer for Janet Jackson. She's going back on tour so you never KNOW?????!!!!
CrossFit Level 1
American Council on Exercise Personal Trainer
Years CrossFitting: 5
What do you specialize in?:
I specialize in being the person most women can relate to. I was never an athlete. I was overweight for half of my life and didn't really have much of a solid direction as far as health and wellness was concerned. I met Adam who believed in me more than I did myself and he led me to my best self health wise. I then had two babies which sent all that knowledge of health and well-being out the window. I got back on the horse at 35 years of age and never looked back. So I guess my specialty is I have "been there and done that" when it comes to fitness. I've been the chubby friend, the girl who finally learned how to get fit, the post-par tum momma who never thought she would find time to exercise, and now in the over 40 best shape of her life club. I am here to prove that you are never too old, overweight, tired or scared to have a healthy lifestyle.
What are you passionate about?:
My greatest passion is providing a beautiful life for my husband and two boys. The opportunity of having this business has afforded us the added benefit of having our family be involved in every aspect of our lives. It gives our sons an amazing education for not only taking care of their health but for experiencing the ins and outs of owning a business.
What do you love most about coaching your members?:
I LOVE when members tell me we have changed their lives. When someone comes to me and tells me I am the best part of their day, it means everything! I get all warm inside when a member accomplishes something they vowed they never would. All of these moments are the golden.
What is your athletic background? Any notable accomplishments?:
I am a proud member of the Franklin High School Knightettes circa 1990-1994. We were a cross between the NYC Rockettes and a bomb hip hop crew. My one and only claim to athletic excellence.
How did you end up as a CrossFit coach? What path brought you here?:
I had just had my second child and was itching to do SOMETHING. Adam and I were living in Austin, TX and were driving down Burnet Road when my eyes caught sight of three 3 super ripped women doing crazy movements on a pull-up bar. They were dirty, sweaty and incredibly sexy and I knew at that moment I wanted to try whatever it was those chicks were doing. I started my first class at CrossFit Central the next week and was hooked ever since.
What do you do when you’re not CrossFitting?
Anything and everything in the great outdoors. Hike, bike, swim, box and stairs (lots of stairs). All other hours are spent with my kiddos and my man!
What's your favorite quote?:
To be nobody but yourself in a world which is doing its best, day and night, to make you everybody else means to fight the hardest battle which any human being can fight, and never stop fighting - ee cummings
Is there anything else you want people to know about you? Funny, interesting stories you’d like to tell?My dream was to be a back-up dancer for Janet Jackson. She's going back on tour so you never KNOW?????!!!!
Coach Tanner Gilbert
Education/Certifications: B.A., History, Kent State University, CrossFit Level 1, OPEX Associate Level CCP Coach, OPEX CCP Lifestyle Coaching, Nutrition, Program Design, and Assessment, Kettlebell Athletics One
CrossFit Experience: 6 years
Specialties: CrossFit, strength and conditioning, individualized programming, body composition, athletic performance, energy system and weight training
Passionate: Helping people achieve more fulfilling lives through health and fitness
Love about coaching members: Learning from each individual member to continually grow as a coach
Athletic Background: Collegiate Football Player
Journey to CrossFit: As a competitive athlete and lifelong fitness enthusiast, I was drawn to CrossFit's sense of camaraderie. As a coach, the training potential of CrossFit is limitless
When not training: I dabble in the culinary arts as an amatuer chef
Quote: "The people who are trying to make this world worse are not taking any days off. Why should I?"-Bob Marley
Interesting strories: I was in a hip-hop group for over 7 years, and owned a record label. And yes, I can still rap!
Education/Certifications: B.A., History, Kent State University, CrossFit Level 1, OPEX Associate Level CCP Coach, OPEX CCP Lifestyle Coaching, Nutrition, Program Design, and Assessment, Kettlebell Athletics One
CrossFit Experience: 6 years
Specialties: CrossFit, strength and conditioning, individualized programming, body composition, athletic performance, energy system and weight training
Passionate: Helping people achieve more fulfilling lives through health and fitness
Love about coaching members: Learning from each individual member to continually grow as a coach
Athletic Background: Collegiate Football Player
Journey to CrossFit: As a competitive athlete and lifelong fitness enthusiast, I was drawn to CrossFit's sense of camaraderie. As a coach, the training potential of CrossFit is limitless
When not training: I dabble in the culinary arts as an amatuer chef
Quote: "The people who are trying to make this world worse are not taking any days off. Why should I?"-Bob Marley
Interesting strories: I was in a hip-hop group for over 7 years, and owned a record label. And yes, I can still rap!
MARTIAL ARTS COACHES
Coach Akkim Lee
Years Studying Martial Arts:
22 Years
What do you specialize in?:
Muay Thai & MMA
What are you passionate about?:
Filmmaking, Martial Arts
What do you love most about coaching your members?:
Watching my students improve.
What is your athletic background? Any notable accomplishments?:
I've been studying martial arts since 1995 starting with Tae Kwon Do, Wrestling in 1997, Quantum Jiu-Jitsu in 2002, Muay Thai in 2008 and Mixed Martial Arts in 2009. I've competed in BJJ tournaments since 2003 and Mixed Martial Arts competitions since 2005. I won an Amateur Title in 2011 and I have been fighting professionally in MMA since 2016.
How did you end up as a MMA coach? What path brought you here?:
The position of teacher’s assistant opened up in 2011 and I seized the opportunity. Eventually I became the Muay Thai head coach at A4 Fitness and I’ve been teaching ever since.
What do you do when you’re not Teaching?
At this moment, my wife and I are raising our son Huey
What's your favorite quote?:
I think you're confusing "Peace" with "Quiet".
Is there anything else you want people to know about you? Funny, interesting stories you’d like to tell?
I’m a huge fan of Game of Thrones and I love to talk to my class about it.
22 Years
What do you specialize in?:
Muay Thai & MMA
What are you passionate about?:
Filmmaking, Martial Arts
What do you love most about coaching your members?:
Watching my students improve.
What is your athletic background? Any notable accomplishments?:
I've been studying martial arts since 1995 starting with Tae Kwon Do, Wrestling in 1997, Quantum Jiu-Jitsu in 2002, Muay Thai in 2008 and Mixed Martial Arts in 2009. I've competed in BJJ tournaments since 2003 and Mixed Martial Arts competitions since 2005. I won an Amateur Title in 2011 and I have been fighting professionally in MMA since 2016.
How did you end up as a MMA coach? What path brought you here?:
The position of teacher’s assistant opened up in 2011 and I seized the opportunity. Eventually I became the Muay Thai head coach at A4 Fitness and I’ve been teaching ever since.
What do you do when you’re not Teaching?
At this moment, my wife and I are raising our son Huey
What's your favorite quote?:
I think you're confusing "Peace" with "Quiet".
Is there anything else you want people to know about you? Funny, interesting stories you’d like to tell?
I’m a huge fan of Game of Thrones and I love to talk to my class about it.
Kids MMA Coach, BJJ & Boxing Instructor
Angel Diaz
Certifications:
Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Years Fighting/Competing:
I have been competing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 2012, training in MMA since 2014 and I started fighting in MMA in 2015.
Specialization:
I specialize in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, both Gi and no-Gi, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling and MMA. I also work well with children of all ages.
Passions:
I am very passionate about fighting simply because it's fun. Plain and simple. There's nothing like choking out your opponent or beating them until they pass out. I also enjoy coaching, passing down all the knowledge that I've acquired through my experience; I find it very rewarding.
Coaching Members:
I love coaching members at A4 because I get to help them progress in order to attain their goals. I also get to form meaningful friendships with my students which makes the experience enjoyable. It doesn't feel like a job because I genuinely love coaching.
Athletic Background & Accomplishments:
I was never really into team sports although I did try football, soccer and track. Fighting is what I do. I was born to fight.
How did I end up as an MMA Coach?:
Originally, coaching was just a way to train. I couldn't afford to train so I worked in exchange for classes. Eventually, I grew a passion for coaching.
What do I do when I'm not training?:
I'm a proud video game nerd; I play whenever I have the free time. You can also find me in the pit at Psychobilly and Ska concerts. I like rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, just staying active. And as all my teammates know, I like to eat.
Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Years Fighting/Competing:
I have been competing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 2012, training in MMA since 2014 and I started fighting in MMA in 2015.
Specialization:
I specialize in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, both Gi and no-Gi, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling and MMA. I also work well with children of all ages.
Passions:
I am very passionate about fighting simply because it's fun. Plain and simple. There's nothing like choking out your opponent or beating them until they pass out. I also enjoy coaching, passing down all the knowledge that I've acquired through my experience; I find it very rewarding.
Coaching Members:
I love coaching members at A4 because I get to help them progress in order to attain their goals. I also get to form meaningful friendships with my students which makes the experience enjoyable. It doesn't feel like a job because I genuinely love coaching.
Athletic Background & Accomplishments:
I was never really into team sports although I did try football, soccer and track. Fighting is what I do. I was born to fight.
How did I end up as an MMA Coach?:
Originally, coaching was just a way to train. I couldn't afford to train so I worked in exchange for classes. Eventually, I grew a passion for coaching.
What do I do when I'm not training?:
I'm a proud video game nerd; I play whenever I have the free time. You can also find me in the pit at Psychobilly and Ska concerts. I like rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, just staying active. And as all my teammates know, I like to eat.
Coach Terrion Ware
Muay Thai & MMA Instructor
Current UFC Bantamweight
Former Amateur MMA Champion
Current Pro MMA Champion (BAMMA USA and CXF Champion)
Pro Record 17-6
California's #1 Ranked Regional Bantamweight 2016-2017
Current UFC Bantamweight
Former Amateur MMA Champion
Current Pro MMA Champion (BAMMA USA and CXF Champion)
Pro Record 17-6
California's #1 Ranked Regional Bantamweight 2016-2017