Book Private Strength-and-speed Lessons with Coach Ray
It's what you do in the dark that puts you in the light.
It's what you do in the dark that puts you in the light.
Hey, I'm Ray! I am a 25-year-old former college athlete with a B.S. in Kinesiology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, I'm a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S.), and I have a Applied Stretching Theory and Practice certification from StretchLab! There's a lot that goes into being a successful athlete. My passion is to take my education and own personal experiences and help guide athletes on their path to greatness! I like to personalize regimens to fit each athlete's needs, but effort is a two way street. I'll give my all to you as long as you give your all to the training and the journey!
Trains in Amherst & virtually
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat
Works with all age groups
Strength-and-speed
Track-and-field
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About Me:
I was a competitive distance runner for 9 years, and I still enjoy going out for runs as often as I can! I'm very passionate about strength training, stretching, recovery, and mental fortitude. I am a huge sports fan from Buffalo, NY (NFL, NBA, NHL… GO BILLS)!
How I can help you improve your game:
My education, along with my own personal experience training at the Division 1 level makes me a perfect candidate to work with you! Having been through the ups and downs of a student-athlete lifestyle, I can easily relate to athletes. Helping others succeed fulfils me, and I cherish every opportunity I get to connect with people and make a positive impact on their life.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
There is only so much time in the day to commit to training and bettering ourselves, so I aim to be as efficient and effective as possible during our sessions! Communication is important - I want to know how you're feeling (physically and mentally), and how your body is responding to the training. Come to my sessions ready to work hard and learn!
Career summary and accomplishments:
Varsity Cross Country and Track and Field athlete for 5 years. NYS Cross Country State Meet individual qualifier 4 years in a row. New Balance Nationals Freshman Mile Race, both indoors and outdoors. Ran collegiately at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I ever had was a man named Brian Lombardo. He took the time to get to know his athletes so he could effectively communicate and provide appropriate workouts and instructions for each individual. He introduced me to new training modalities, such as a comprehensive strength training program, different types of cross-training, and taught me how to become a confident and successful competitor. My passion for coaching and sports stems from the lessons and daily interactions I had with this man.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Weekly Availability
Monday
5:00 pm - 12:00 am
Tuesday
12:00 pm - 12:00 am
Wednesday
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Thursday
2:00 am - 2:15 am
Friday
9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Saturday
7:00 pm - 12:00 am
Sunday
Unavailable
This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!
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