John is a dedicated and experienced personal trainer at Coral Casino and Platinum Fitness, specializing in helping clients achieve their fitness goals through personalized training programs. Born and raised in Santa Barbara, John developed a passion for athletics at an early age. He excelled in baseball at Santa Barbara High School, earning multiple team and league honors, including Team MVP and All-CIF Division II recognition.

After high school, John continued his baseball career at Santa Barbara City College (SBCC), where he was a two-time Scholar-Athlete and a key contributor to the team’s success. As a member of the Vaqueros, he helped lead the team to a conference championship and earned individual accolades, including Conference MVP and All-Region honors. These achievements secured him a full-ride scholarship to play at both the University of California, Irvine, and Westmont College, where he completed his baseball career and earned a BA in Sociology.

During the summers, John further honed his skills by playing for renowned collegiate teams such as the Santa Barbara Foresters and the Portland Pickles. His coaching career began in 2021 with the Portland Pickles, where he worked with Division I athletes to refine their skills. He later served as an assistant coach at SBCC, contributing to the team’s conference championship victory in 2023.

Having trained with renowned strength coach Peter Park since the age of 14, John developed a deep understanding of athletic performance and strength training. Now a certified personal trainer, he combines his extensive background in sports and fitness to help clients of all levels achieve their goals. Whether working with athletes or individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle, John is passionate about guiding others to reach their full potential.