Meet Your Coaching Team

Real coaching. Real experience. A team that’s here to push you, support you, and keep you progressing week after week.

Coach John Young

John Young

CEO & Head Coach

John leads PEAK Athletics and emphasizes clean movement, kettlebell mechanics, and week-to-week progression. He helps athletes refine technique and move better.

Coach Aaron Gardner

Aaron Gardner

Primary Strength Coach

Aaron brings serious strength and intensity. He specializes in heavy lifting, conditioning, and driving athletes toward high-level performance.

Coach Elden O. Kingston

Elden O. Kingston

Coaching Director

Elden brings elite endurance experience — marathons, Spartan Trifectas, and disciplined training. He builds grit, conditioning, and consistency.

Coach Adam Kingston

Adam Kingston

Assistant Coach

Adam helped build the 7-Phase System and focuses on smart programming, technique, and building a strong team culture.

Coach Carrie Hughes

Carrie Hughes

Assistant KB & Athletic Coach

Carrie has years of kettlebell and athletic training experience. She coaches clean form, effective movement, and high-energy sessions.

Coach Darren Jenkins

Darren Jenkins, MD

Primary Rehab & Mobility Coach

Darren blends medical knowledge with strength work. He specializes in posterior chain training, mobility, and injury-resistant progress.

Coach James Young

James Young

Athletic Training & Kettlebell Coach

James completed 2 years of dedicated athletic training without missing a day. Expert in nutrition, strength, and kettlebell mechanics.

Coach Marie Evans

Marie Evans

Athletic Training & Kettlebell Coach

Marie has years of dedicated athletic training experience, paired with a lifelong background in education, teaching students of all ages.

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