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MEET THE TRAINERS

Success comes from a fitness approach that works for you. It is not one size fits all. To help you build a well-balanced routine, our Personal Trainers tailor a program that meets your individual needs.

Let’s get on the path to more efficient, effective and more importantly fun workouts.

THE TRAINERS

Leo Davis

Leo has had an ever-evolving interest in health and fitness as he was a multi-sport athlete throughout the majority of his life. His sports background led to him to studying and earning a Bachelors of Science Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Rehabilitation Science from San Jose State University. Moreover, Leo has allocated extensive knowledge from mentors in sports chiropractic, orthopedic physical therapy, and holistic therapy. Soon Leo will have earned his NSCA CSCS certification. With knowledge from multiple backgrounds, he specializes in sports performance training, preventive exercises, postural correctness, strength and conditioning, range of motion, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching, and overall functional fitness. Leo loves to encourage his clients to believe in their own capabilities as it will surprise them with what they can accomplish.

Johnny Padilla

Jonathan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology concentrated in Therapeutic Studies. His sole purpose is to help create longevity in the lives of others. The way he is able to accomplish this mission statement is by empowering and educating his clients on how to regain control of their bodies and mind. Using a wide array of training techniques such as strength, corrective, and preventative exercises, Jonathan improves movement quality inside and outside of the gym. Jonathan continues to learn new training techniques that will enrich the lives of his clients.

Chris Eagen

Chris has been a personal trainer and coach for 12+ years. His certifications include CFL1, CFL2, NASM, Weightlifting L1. As a former collegiate athlete, fitness and staying active have always been passions of his. Chris was a CrossFit athlete from 2012-2017 who competed at the Regional level both individually and on a team. The best part of his job is striving to make his training sessions the best part of his clients’ days. It’s always his goal to help them feel better leaving than when they came in.

Chris Stott

Evogen Elite Athlete 
NPC Men’s Physique Competitor 
NASM Certified Personal Trainer 
NASM Certified Nutrition Coach 
 
As an NPC National Level Men’s Physique Competitor and former semi professional soccer player, as well as a personal trainer / coach for over 20 years Chris has an extensive background in the fitness industry and sports. 
 
His areas of expertise are muscle building, strength & conditioning, weight loss and nutrition. Chris loves working with lifestyle clients and athletes helping them to achieve their fitness goals. 

Shaneet Kumar

Kumar has over 7 years of experience as a personal trainer. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in Human and Health Performance and is ISSA certified. Kumar is passionate about fitness and helping people. He has a proven track record helping clients reach their goals whether it’s weight loss, muscle gain, or overall health and wellness. In Kumar’s free time, he enjoys playing football and basketball.

Patrick Cushing

A fitness coach for the past 10 years, Patrick moved to California from the East Coast in 2019 to continue his health and fitness journey. With a Bachelors in Exercise Physiology, a Masters in Public Health, and Division 1 collegiate athletic experience, Patrick brings a blend of performance, corrective, and preventative exercise expertise. Also, a Pilates/yoga/Animal Flow instructor and soccer coach, Patrick’s specialties are proprioception (body awareness), bodyweight training, and fitness for 55+. With certifications in a variety of disciplines, including Functional Range Conditioning, kettlebell/macebell/Indian Club, and aquatic fitness, he enjoys bringing growth and balance to people’s lives through movement.

Sam Hanlon

Samantha has been passionate about fitness since a young age. She grew up playing competitive ice hockey and her love for fitness started in the weight rooms while training with her team. Samantha is currently a Senior at Sonoma State University studying Psychology with an interest in extending her education highlighting Sports Psychology. She is certified with the International Sports Sciences Association and focuses on helping others reach their fitness goals mentally, and physically through motivational programming. 

Alex Toholj

Alex is a dedicated and experienced certified personal trainer, holding certifications from NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) and ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association). While studying computer science, Alex has successfully used fitness as a means to enhance both mental and physical well-being while pursuing academic goals. Through personal experience and extensive knowledge gained in the gym, Alex has developed expertise in various fitness areas, including building lean muscle mass, weight loss strategies, and strength training. Notably, Alex has achieved remarkable success in the fitness industry, winning the overall championship in NPC (National Physique Committee) men's physique category and attaining national qualification status. This combination of academic pursuits, personal dedication, and competitive achievements makes Alex a well-rounded and accomplished fitness professional.

Nieki Mehrany

Nieki has grown up always wanting to make a difference in other people’s lives.  From an early age, she played soccer and shortly after also began playing tennis. While she enjoyed the sports themselves, she realized her favorite part throughout that time was when she was in the weight room. She began weight training consistently with hopes of one day inspiring women around her and teaching those how beautiful it is to be strong. She is certified by the International Sports Sciences Association. While she is currently taking time off school to work at The Club, she will be returning to the fifth-best public school in the country, University of California Santa Barbara. She will be furthering her education by taking physical therapy courses at UCSB’s extension program.

Gabe Marin

Gabriel Marin has a B.S. in Kinesiology with an emphasis in health and human performance from Saint Mary’s College. Gabriel has been training clients for 6+ years and is passionate about helping others with their athletic and wellness journeys. Gabriel has been active his entire life and has a deep understanding of what it means to be an athlete as a former D1 athlete himself. Gabriel is also a certified massage therapist and believes in a holistic approach to health and wellness. Along with having worked with high-level NFL athlete’s at California Strength, he has also worked with clients of all walks of life and treats every person as an athlete for life. Gabriel believes that exercise is not all about performance, but also longevity and keeping the body moving properly. He is excited to bring his knowledge of performance and wellness to his clients at the Club at Los Gatos. 

Kinesiology B.S.- Weight lifting level 1 - Pre script level 1 - CAMTC

Justin Bruce

 Justin has been a Personal/Group Trainer  for 6+ years. Justin Played Collegiate Baseball which is where he found his love for Fitness. Justin’s certifications include NASM CPT, CrossFit L1 Trainer, CrossFit L1 Nutrition. Justin specializes in Olympic Weightlifting Lifting, Bodybuilding, Gymnastics, Flexibility and Sport Specific Training. Justin works with people of all ages and knows how to keep training fun while also keeping clients motivated. 

Michelle Brown

Michelle has been an athlete all her life and has been helping people transform for over 15 years. Growing up she did a variety of competitive sports including softball, track, cross country, cheerleading, and dance. Later in life, she got into bodybuilding and became a Professional IFBB Pro in the Figure division in 2015. Competing from 2008 thru 2017. Early on Michelle worked as a Medical Assistant in Orthopedics and then transitioned into Physical Therapy. This is where her love of helping people truly began. Michelle is a true believer of health and wellness. She has certifications mainly thru NASM for Training, Nutrition Specialist, Behavioral Change, Nutritional Coaching, Weight Loss Specialist, as well as courses in Life Coaching. Having a fun energetic personality, she likes her clients to work hard but enjoy the journey of transforming.

Samuel Saidian

Sam Saidian has been working in the health and fitness industry for over a decade. As a collegiate athlete, Sam started his journey as a supplement salesman. He then transitioned into personal training and eventually massage therapy. After four years as a massage therapist, Sam followed his true passion and pursued a career as a Nutritionist. Ensuing seven years in Nutrition, Sam has made a return to training, branding himself as a “longevity coach”. Combining his array of health and fitness skills, Sam creates programs that focus on keeping people happier and healthier, longer.

Alex Roman

A lifelong athlete and martial artist with 25 years Wrestling experience, 20 years of jiu jitsu experience; and 16 years of boxing, muay thai and kickboxing experience. Alex has been training athletes and fighters for the last 12 years. As a true student of the game, Alex continues to learn and better himself so that he can better serve his clients.

Alex’s credentials include Black Belt achievement in Jiu Jitsu, National Jiu Jitsu Champion, Most valuable offensive back of the year in Football, Utility player of the year in Football, Sophomore & Junior of the year in Volleyball.

Shantik Azima-Taylor

Shantik specializes in martial-arts, self-defense and is also a fitness instructor. His repertoire includes over ten years of experience in Krav Maga, MMA, Hapkido, Eskrima, Muay Thai, Self-Defense, Women’s Self-Defense, and HIIT Cardio Kickboxing/Bootcamps. Shantik's goal is to teach his clients how to protect themselves and their loved ones and take clients to a next level of training physically and mentally. His goal is to utilize his knowledge and expertise to help clients build confidence and strength.