About Kai

I help people build strength and mobility by training smarter - not harder. Becoming stronger is one of the best investments you will ever make, and you don’t have to beat yourself up in order to get stronger. My clients learn how to get stronger with the hope to live longer, and continue doing the things they enjoy for as long as possible.

My style of training incorporates many disciplines, such as kettlebells, Animal Flow, calisthenics, MovNat, and corrective exercises.

My journey as a personal trainer began in 2016, and in 2021 I became licensed as a physical therapist assistant in the state of North Carolina. Through my training in physical therapy, I have developed a thorough understanding of the complexity of the human body that allows me to challenge you while mitigating your risk of injury.

I am also a licensed massage therapist, which allows me to incorporate soft-tissue work and assisted stretching in order to enhance my clients’ overall mobility and muscle function. I also commonly utilize massage therapy with my clients in order to alleviate pain and speed up recovery.

Education

  • Massage Therapy and Bodywork - WNC School of Massage, LMBT#20950

  • A.A.S. Physical Therapist Assistant - Southwestern CC, PTA#A7573

Certifications

  • Personal Trainer - American Council on Exercise

  • StrongLifting: Level 1 - BC Academy

  • Animal Flow Level 1 Instructor - Animal Flow

  • Functional Kettlebell Training Instructor - Pain-Free Performance Specialists

  • Former MovNat Level 1 Trainer - MovNat

  • Holistic Herbalist - Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine

Continuing Education

  • Scientific Shoulder Training - Chek Institute

  • Orthopedic Exercise Specialist - ACE

  • Fitness Nutrition Specialist - ACE

  • Art of Breath - Shift Adapt

  • Falls Prevention - Otago Exercise Program