MEET OUR DEDICATED TEAM
ANDREW BURD
Coach Andrew earned his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from William Paterson University, graduating Magna Cum Laude and receiving the Exercise Physiology Award for his academic achievements.
He was the first intern ever hired by the gym to join the coaching staff, recognized for his strong work ethic, commitment to learning, and ability to connect with athlete and adult demographics.
He later coached for two years as a “Master Trainer” at 24 Hour Fitness and holds certifications as a Women’s Fitness Specialist and Youth Fitness Specialist.
Today, Andrew serves as Program Director and Head Coach of The FREAKin' Adults Program Helping adults of varying ages become stronger, healthier, and more capable, while also working with youth and high school athletes, helping them build strength, speed, and the physical foundation needed for long-term athletic development.
joe whittaker
Coach Joe developed his passion for coaching speed and power while working with elite rugby athletes in the United Kingdom, followed by competitive experience in Olympic weightlifting, track cycling, and bobsled.
Throughout his career, he has coached athletes ranging from middle school to professional levels and has trained under renowned mentors, including legendary Chicago Bulls and San Francisco 49ers strength coach Al Vermeil and elite track and field coaches Stu McMillan and Dan Pfaff at Altis.
Joe brings that experience to freak strength with a focus on developing stronger, faster, more explosive athletes, while building the movement quality and physical foundation necessary for long-term athletic development.
He holds certifications through USA Weightlifting, USA Track and Field, and the National Academy of Sports Medicine, among others.
Jose rivera
C0ach jose's relationship with Freak strength began long before he became a coach. jose started training under mike guadango at just 13 years old and was one of the original athletes training at the gym when mike opened the facility in 2014.
Throughout college, jose continued returning to freak strength to train whenever he was home. after graduating with a degree in health sciences with a concentration in Biological and movement sciences, he returned to freak strength and has spent the year working as an assistant coach.
Jose is currently continuing his education as he works toward becoming a physical therapist, combining his background in health and movement science with hands-on experience coaching athletes and adults at freak strength.
known for his enthusiam, honesty, and work ethic, jose brings both energy and character to the coaching staff. having grown up in the freak strength system himself, he understands the training philosophy from both sides; as an athlete and now as a coach.
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