Meet Our Coaches
Every Fitness Academy coach is certified, background-checked, and genuinely passionate about working with children. We don't just send coaches — we send people who care.
The People Who Built Fitness Academy
Henry and Tatiana founded Fitness Academy with a shared mission: bring high-quality, joyful movement programs directly to the schools and communities that need them most.
Co-Owner
15+ Years
Experience
Henry Torres
Head Coach & Founder
Henry Torres is the co-owner and head coach of Fitness Academy, bringing over 15 years of experience working with children through sports, fitness, and enrichment programs. His passion for helping children grow through movement has helped shape programs that focus not only on athletic skills, but also confidence, teamwork, discipline, and positive character development.
Known for his energetic coaching style and strong leadership, Henry creates engaging classes that keep children active, motivated, and excited to participate. He has experience working with children of all ages in schools, camps, after-school programs, and sports enrichment settings throughout the community.
As a founder of Fitness Academy, Henry is dedicated to building meaningful partnerships with schools and providing high-quality mobile programs that make movement fun, structured, and accessible for every child.
Specialties
Credentials
- 15+ Years Youth Coaching
- Background Checked & CPR Certified
- School & Camp Program Specialist
Co-Owner
10+ Years
Experience
Tatiana Torres
Owner & Operator
Tatiana Torres is the co-owner and operator of Fitness Academy, with over 10 years of experience working with children through sports, movement, fitness, and enrichment programs. With a strong background in youth development and Montessori education environments, she is passionate about creating engaging programs that help children build confidence, coordination, teamwork, and a lifelong love for movement.
Tatiana has experience leading programs in preschools, Montessori schools, camps, after-school programs, and elementary settings. She specializes in creating age-appropriate activities that combine structure, creativity, and active fun while supporting each child's individual growth and development.
As an owner and operator of Fitness Academy, Tatiana focuses on building strong relationships with schools and families while ensuring every program is organized, professional, energetic, and meaningful for children of all ages.
Specialties
Credentials
- 10+ Years Youth Development
- Montessori Education Background
- Background Checked & CPR Certified
Our Coaching Team
Every coach on our team is vetted, trained, and passionate about working with children.
Trevor Klein
Coach
Trevor Klein brings a strong athletic background and leadership experience to Fitness Academy. He has experience in competitive powerlifting through Powerlifting America and has served as an Associate Board Member for his university powerlifting club, contributing to club leadership, organization, and team operations. Trevor is passionate about fitness, sports performance, and helping children develop confidence through movement and athletics. His coaching style focuses on encouragement, discipline, teamwork, and creating a positive environment where children feel motivated to participate and improve.
Specialties
- Powerlifting America Competitor
- University Club Leadership
- Background Checked & CPR Certified
Vivek Rao
Coach
Vivek Rao has several years of experience coaching youth sports and working with children in active learning environments. Over the course of four years, he coached approximately 200 youth soccer players, adapting his coaching approach to different age groups, skill levels, and learning styles to help every child feel supported and successful. He also volunteered as a Karate Camp Instructor, helping children build discipline, coordination, confidence, and teamwork through movement-based activities. Vivek enjoys working with children across a variety of sports and brings patience, positivity, and strong communication skills to every program.
Specialties
- 200+ Youth Soccer Players Coached
- Karate Camp Instructor
- Background Checked & CPR Certified
Drew Kelly
Coach
Drew Kelly brings many years of experience working with children through sports, fitness, and youth programs. Known for his positive attitude and encouraging coaching style, Drew creates an environment where children feel motivated, supported, and excited to participate. He has experience working with a variety of age groups and sports activities, helping children build confidence, coordination, teamwork, and strong sportsmanship skills. Drew is passionate about creating fun and engaging classes while promoting active lifestyles and personal growth for every child.
Specialties
- Youth Sports Specialist
- Background Checked & CPR Certified
Isabelle Prieto
Coach
Isabelle Prieto brings over 15 years of cheerleading experience along with a strong background in tumbling and youth coaching. She has coached cheer and worked with children in movement-based programs focused on confidence, coordination, flexibility, teamwork, and athletic development. Her experience in tumbling and cheer allows her to create exciting, high-energy classes that encourage children to stay active while building strength, balance, body awareness, and self-confidence. Known for her positive energy and supportive coaching style, Isabelle loves helping children challenge themselves, learn new skills, and have fun through movement and fitness activities.
Specialties
- 15+ Years Cheerleading Experience
- Tumbling Specialist
- Background Checked & CPR Certified
Every Coach Meets Our Bar — No Exceptions
We hold every Fitness Academy coach to the same high standard. Before they ever step foot in a school, every coach goes through our vetting process — because the trust schools place in us is something we take seriously.
Beyond credentials, we look for coaches who are patient, encouraging, and genuinely excited to work with children. Skills can be taught — character can't.
- Comprehensive background check before first session
- CPR and First Aid certified
- Trained in age-appropriate youth development
- Experience working with children in school or camp settings
- Professional communication with school administrators
- Consistent, reliable, and punctual at every visit
100%
Background Checked
Every coach, every time
100%
CPR Certified
First Aid trained
10+
Years of Experience
As an organization
500+
Kids Served
Across Northern Virginia
Ready to Bring Our Coaches
to Your School?
Our team travels directly to your school, daycare, or camp — bringing everything needed to deliver an exceptional enrichment experience for your students.