Our Coaches
Who We Are
What makes Carolina Ninja Academy special is our coaching staff and community. Our coaches are passionate about helping every child succeed, encouraging them to push their limits in a supportive and positive environment. Whether a child is here for fun, fitness, or competition, our goal is to help every ninja grow stronger, more confident, and proud of what they can accomplish.
Coach Kevin - Head Coach
Why I Coach:
The greatest part of coaching is seeing an athlete accomplish something for the first time. I love seeing the joy they experience after trying over & over until they are finally able to do it. That growth is why I love coaching. Not only physical growth but mental growth as well. The confidence Ninja helps produce is one of the best parts of the sport.
About Me:
I love competing in different sports including rock climbing, running, swimming, biking, and any other endurance sports. I am a Professional Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) athlete and have competed with the USA National OCR Team for 4 years. I have placed top 15 in the world championships multiple times, and have won the team world championships in both short course and 24 hr formats. When I’m not racing, I love to explore different places with my wife all over the world.
Coach Jenna - Assistant Manager & Coach
Why I Coach:
I coach because this sport pushes athletes to face their fears and test their limits. The course changes all of the time and ninjas are challenged to complete obstacles that they have not had the chance to practice. Ninja is such a mental sport and it takes a lot of courage to try obstacles. A lot of children come into the gym nervous to try new things and helping them push themselves through these obstacles is meaningful.
About Me:
I am a mom to four children ages 10-18. I love to read books about wellness and am constantly wanting to learn and grow. I love to be outside participating in various activities like biking, paddleboarding, picnicking, hiking with my family. Lately I have been trying to focus on consistency not intensity! I hope to be active into my 80s!
Coach Bert - Coach
Why I Coach: I grew up playing every sport I could. I’ve always wanted to be around sports in any capacity I could. Coaching has given me that opportunity, and allows me to encourage others to grow in their athletic abilities.
About Me: I grew up in Essex, Vermont, and played every sport that was offered; someday, I hope to become a professional cornhole player.. My favorite college sports teams are UNC and UA. I love ninja because it is a sport where everyone encourages each other to do their best.