My name is Sam Kressin I am an athlete, coach, personal trainer and massage therapist. My mission is to help others achieve their best potential not just in athletics, sports, personal health and fitness but also in life. I am not a coach that will place limitations on anyone. I believe it is possible to achieve anything you want with the proper plan and hard work. I believe each person is capable of accomplishing more good than they themselves may ever believe they are capable of. In my own career as an athlete I have time and again accomplished or done something I never knew I had the ability to do. That is the nature and beauty of sport. Every athlete at some point in time will have the type of moments where perfection has been attained. It might not last long, it may only occur once in a practice or during a friendly game or maybe in the heat of tough competition. I have seen it many times when for one specific moment something clicks, something locks into place, something changes and a person is able to perform well beyond their normal ability. They are given the gift to see what it is like to become perfect. These experiences are what Sport is about beyond winning or any other type of accomplishment.
Educational Background
- Currently Working Towards a Masters of Science Degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
- Bachelors of Science Degree in Exercise and Sports Science from Brigham Young University Hawaii Campus
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
- Certified Personal Trainer by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and by the American Counsel on Exercise (ACE)
- Certified Functional Fitness Trainer by the National Pitching Association (NPA)
- Certified Sports Performance Coach by USA Weight Lifting
- Licensed Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) by the city of San Diego, California
- Certified Massage Therapist by Mueller College of Holistic Massage Therapies
- Certified Massage Therapist by The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)
- Certified Bronze Level Wrestling Coach by the National Coaches Education Program
- Certified Advanced Level Diver by the Professional Association of Dive Instructors
- Third Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do / Soo Bahk Do Moo Duck Kwan from the U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Federation
- Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu received September 2008 from Black Belt Chris Haueter
- Rank of Phase Three in Combative Arts Concepts
- Licensed Advanced Trainer in the Crazy Monkey Defense Program (CMDP)
Testimonials
“Mr. Kressin, as you will notice on his resume, is always striving to better himself and learn more. His thirst for excellence can be seen in that he has earned not only a Bachelor of Science degree but numerous credentials. I would highly recommend Sam Kressin.”- Dr. Norman Kaluhiokalani; EdD. Dept. Chairman Exercise and Sports Science Dept. Brigham Young University Hawaii
“Growing up through my high school and college year’s martial arts and sports training have always been a part of my lifestyle. Sam was able to teach me more details regarding proper stretching, working out and proper training than anyone else I’ve worked with. To this day, I am impressed with Sam’s teaching style and his vigor for life to make other people happy in the way they live. I feel that I have made myself that much more progress in my life and training habits. I feel that I am that much more of a powerful individual. I encourage anyone reading this statement if you’re doing research on Sam; let him guide you and help you, strengthen your inner soul and make you feel that much more powerful as a person.”
- Chris Serafin; Bouncer, Former U.S. Coast Guard.
“Sam’s consistent record has been one of dedication, sustained hard work, and eventual significant achievement in whatever he has made a commitment to. His personal values are admirable, and he not only holds these values but also lives them. It’s clear that Sam has grown in the kind of spiritual wisdom which characterizes the true, advanced martial artist.”
- Edward Mohns; MD
“I love Training with Sam it has been awesome I have great respect for him and his dedication to his friends and clients. I love the way he coaches he is able to explain things clearly and in a way I can understand. Since training with Sam I have lost twenty pounds. I am more confident and feel better that ever.”
- Brian Barnett; Business Entrepreneur http://www.t-topsonline.com
“Since I started training with Sam I have loved it. I was a wrestler and an athlete before meeting Sam and he is the best coach I have ever worked with. Sam is honest and humble about his teaching, skills and abilities. I can truly say Sam has not only been a good coach but a good friend as well. From the time I began training I have lost a lot of weight, I am in shape, I feel good and am a better athlete. Anyone who is reading this come train and you won’t be disappointed.”
- Peter Tirado; Small Business and Mortgage Banker
“It’s really easy to come in here and train. The environment is friendly, non-competitive and fun. Sam is a great coach. His training methods will help anyone learn quickly regardless of their skill level. Sam will spend the time with you, answer questions, demonstrate techniques and help you in every way possible succeed. You will learn some legitimate material. Anyone who is thinking about training just get up, come in, and do it, it’s great!
- Brain Lawrence; Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist http://www.5star11.com/