Barry is originally from St. Louis, Missouri where he was born and raised. He just completed his Masters in Public Administration and has a bachelors in Exercise Science and Nutrition both from Southeast Missouri State University where he also lettered in football. He is also a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incoporated. He is a Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor. He is a family man who loves his daughter Alayla very much. If you like to work hard and play hard, he is here for you. He knows that EXERCISE IS A WAY OF LIFE, NOT A FAD!
(909)537-3862 |Ryan is currently working on his Masters in Criminal Justice here at CSUSB.If you think you recognize him, its because he is also our resident Butts-n-Guts and Vintage Fitness Group Exercise Teacher. His personal fitness philosophy is "You can do anything you put your mind to. I strive to be the best at everything I do." Ryan has been certified and working as a Personal Trainer since 2007. He has also been invovled in athletics his whole life. mainly in soccer and baseball. Ryan played soccer collegiately for the Coyotes and served as captain of one of the best soccer teams in the history of CSUSB athletics. Ryan enjoys the competitive nature sport brings into the Rec Center.Ryan LOVES to work out. He is always out there challenging his body to the max. Ryan also enjoys playing sports, challenging Rick to Ping Pong or any other competitive activity and spending time with his girlfriend.
Hometown: Highland, CA
Fitness/Personal Philosophy: Focus on now, not the end, because there are times when the end changes or is too painful to see. Take the pain now and embrace the pain later...because you have been there before.
Why Personal Training?: As a personal trainer, Ienjoy many facets of the programs I construct. No one person is the same and with that brings variety and fun to the workplace. Aslo, with my clients, I hope to drive them to the point where CrossFit is possible.
Experience: Mike has been a personal trainer for almost two years with CSUSB Recreational Sports. Mike has also spent four and half months interning in a Strength and Conditioning facility while also completing two years of research in stress testing and body composition assessments.
Education/Certification:
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
B.S. Kinesiology, Exercise Science
Areas of Expertise: Mike specializes in Olympic Lifting/power lifting, endurance training, muay thai and functional training.
Interests/Hobbies: Mike loves to cycle, perform Olympic lifts, challenege his boss and fellow co-workers in CrossFit and swim (eventhough his boss can beat him)
3 Adjectives that Describe Mike:
1. Incorrigible
2. Dynamic
3. Thoughtful
Hometown: Upland, CA
Fitness/Personal Philosophy: If you enjoy exercise, results will come.
Why Personal Training?: As a personal trainer, I want to help people learn to find ways to enjoy exercise and keep it interesting and fun.
Experience: Nick has been a Certified Personal Trainer for 4 years. Prior to working for CSUSB Recreational Sports he was a Personal Trainer at LA Fitness.
Education/Certification:
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
AFAA Certified Personal Trainer
B.S. Kinesiology, Exercise Science
Areas of Expertise: Nick specializes in education, circuit training, and weight loss.
Interests/Hobbies: Nick loves to play baseball and softball and is a member of the current CSUSB Recreational Sports Intramural Softball Champs team (Chuck Norris Academy). He also loves a game of raquetball and spending time with friends.
3 Adjectives that Describe Nick:
1. Talkative
2. Happy
3. Educational
Larry also known as L.J., is graduating this spring with a degree in Kinesiology. He is currently in the contemplation stage of deciding what he would like to do twith his degree, but in the meantime he is striving to become a personal trainer and sometime in the future he is going to open his own gym or rehabilitation center!
Hometown: America's Finest City: Sun Diego, CA
Classes Taught: Hard CORE, Boot Camp X
Fitness/Personal Philosophy: Hakuna Matata. Oh and No Pain, No Gain.
Why Personal Training?: I love helping people feel better about themselves and providing them with the knowledge on how to become healthy.
Experience: Natalia has been a Personal Trainer since June of 2010. She underwent an extensive preparatory program at her previous school which has given her the skills and knowledge to excel as a trainer. She has also been both a gymnastics and kickboxing instructor.
Education/Certification:
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
A.S. Exercise and Wellness, B.S. Kinesiology, Exercise Science
Area of Expertise: Natalia excels in Sport Specific training.
Interests and Hobbies: Natalia loves to spend time at the beach, eat and of course stay physically active.
1. Adventurous
2. Energetic
3. Cheerful