Catalyst Athletics offers expert training and coaching for both fitness and sport. Whether you're a competitive athlete in need of a performance edge, or are simply interested in becoming fitter and healthier, we will deliver superior results.
Greg Everett is an NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, USA Weightlifting Club Coach, RKC Kettlebell Instructor, Level III CrossFit Trainer, and CSUH Certified Personal Trainer. Everett is a co-founder of the athletic performance journal, The Performance Menu, and author of "the best book available on Olympic weightlifting", Olympic Weightlifting: A Complete Guide for Athletes & Coaches. Greg is the head coach of the Catalyst Athletics weightlifting program, director of training at Catalyst Athletics, overseeing and programming for all fitness classes, and instructs classes. He is available for private training in weightlifting and strength & conditioning.
Aimee Anaya is USA Weightlifting Club Coach, Level 1 CrossFit trainer, national champion weightlifter, and is experienced in training individuals in a wide spectrum of pursuits, from athletics to fitness. Aimee is the assistant coach of the Catalyst Athletics weightlifting program and instructs fitness classes. She is available for private training in weightlifting, strength & conditioning, and fitness.
Jolie Gentry is a Level II CrossFit trainer and a staff trainer for CrossFit, Inc. She is available for private training in weightlifting and general fitness.
Caleb Chiu is an NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, USA Weightlifting Club Coach, and Level 1 CrossFit Trainer. Caleb is the primary instructor for Catalyst Athletics' On-Ramp program, and teaches fitness classes. He is available for private training in fitness.
Catalyst Athletics is a multi-faceted company providing quality training and information from the local to international scale. Our local operation is a training facility that is home to our weightlifting team and services clients of all types, from competitive athletes to individuals looking for improved fitness and quality of life. Our international operation involves publishing of books, DVDs, articles and a monthly journal of training and nutrition; seminars; consulting; training equipment sales; and an online training community.
"As a CrossFit athlete, it is imperative that I develop top skills in all disciplines to ensure continued success; Greg has done this for me in the Olympic lifts. His keen understanding of the little things has helped me realize a new potential. He has a great eye for seeing movements and knowing what is needed to develop them properly, and ensuring you understand that the movement comes first, then load improvements second. These are 2 key ingredients of a great coach; Greg has them."
—James Fitzgerald, Optimum Performance Training, winner of the inaugural CrossFit Games
"Everett has worked with some of the best coaches and athletes the world of Olympic Weightlifting has to offer. He knows his stuff and can help you improve your performance whether you are competitive in the O-lifts or use them to improve your other endeavors. He has a wicked eye for detail and sharp progressions that weed-out form errors and move your game forward. If you want the best coaching possible, train with him."
—Robb Wolf, NorCal Strength & Conditioning
"I have no doubt that you will not only improve your athletic fitness working with Greg, but will thoroughly enjoy the journey as well. Of all the trainers I've known in my years, nobody has expressed the commitment to perfect his coaching skills more than Greg—his desire is unmatched in this industry."
—Michael Rutherford, MS Exercise Physiology, 2006 US Weightlifting Federation Masters National Champion, Owner Boot Camp Fitness KC, Inc.
"When I first started training with Greg Everett, I was looking for a trainer that could improve my game as a Muay Thai fighter and give me a sharper edge over my opponents. In this six months plus adventure, the training that I've gotten from Greg has taking me to the edge and over it in both my discipline and conditioning as an athlete. Greg's knowledge as a trainer has kept me a very dedicated and devoted client."
—Leo San Juan
"The best part about working with Greg is his total competence. I’ve been coached by him several times for weightlifting and each time I've felt my technique has drastically improved. Greg has an ability to assess your weaknesses—pretty much instantly—and effectively give instruction, even to a novice. It’s awesome to leave a session and actually feel accomplished. My complete confidence in him as a coach goes far beyond weightlifting instruction; whether it's for general fitness, nutritional advice, or competitive athletic training, I would recommend Greg to anyone who is committed to reaching their health and fitness goals."
—Eva Claire Synkowski
"Greg’s knowledge, expertise and commitment to training is absolutely unmatchable. The amount of experience and education Greg has acquired has led him to be one of the top trainers for Olympic Weightlifting. He is the guy to go to for nutritional advice and an outstanding, talented trainer. Anyone lucky enough to work with Greg will excel in his or her performance."
—Nicole DeHart
"Greg had no idea when I met him how much I truly needed his expertise. I had gradually gained 20 pounds over 10 years and had a closet full of clothes that did not fit. His no nonsense, healthy and reasonable approach to achieve your fitness goals is exactly what I needed. My life changed December 27, 2006 when I put into motion Greg's program that was tailored just for me. In just 28 weeks I lost 17 pounds, 6 ½ inches in my waist, 1 ½ inches in my hips, 2 inches in my legs, 1 ½ inches in my arms. I went from a size 10 to a size 6, which I had not been for 10 years. I am going to be 40 and I couldn’t be happier. I am committed to continue Greg’s program that has now become part of the rest of my life."
—Natalie Ibarra
"I'd highly recommend to anyone learning the Olympic lifts to seek out Aimee Anaya as a coach. Besides being a pleasure to work with and a world class athlete, Aimee is a great coach who helped me overcome major technical problems in the lifts in short order, while working through a shoulder injury. Aimee's ability to create great training programs suited to the individual athlete's abilities, and limitations, and superior coaching skills have me moving steadily toward my goals."
—Kenyon Jenckes
"The Olympic lifts are an integral component of being a CrossFit trainer and athlete. Through her trained eye, vast knowledge, and positive coaching, Aimee consistently pushes me to new PRs in both the Clean & Jerk and the Snatch. In just two session with Aimee, my PR in the Snatch improved by 15kg through her identifying some subtle flaws in my lifting technique. In addition, working with Aimee has given me the Olympic lifting knowledge to enable me be a better CrossFit trainer. If you are a CrossFit trainer of athlete, I highly recommend Aimee's services. She will make you a better athlete and coach!"
—Mike Marrewa
As a novice CrossFitter, I felt that my Olympic lifts were lacking. With Aimee’s expert coaching I now have a much better understanding of the lifts, and can perform them in a much safer and efficient manner. Aimee is an exceptionally knowledgeable and patient coach. With her help I have made many new PRs. If you are interested in improving your Olympic lifts, becoming a better Crossfitter, or just becoming a better athlete in general, I highly recommend Aimee’s services.
—Don Brick
"Greg's remarkable degree of astuteness in both nutrition and coaching across multiple disciplines has become an integral part of my training. His prodigious understanding and commitment as a coach and as an athlete gives him the ability to help individuals of all capacities succeed in the spectrum of strength and conditioning. Greg manages every aspect of my training—technique, programming, nutrition and weight control. His expertise and experience is inimitable, and is irreplaceably valuable to my athletic career."
—Aimee Anaya, 2007 USA Weightlifting National Champion
"I have asked Greg Everett to work with my athletes on a nutritional basis, including Casey Burgener, the number one ranked male lifter in the USA, Sage Burgener, fifth ranked 63 kg school-age women's lifter in the USA, and Aimee Anaya, 63 kg lifter coming out of retirement and hoping to make the 2008 Olympic team. The transformation of their energy levels and body composition has been astounding, especially with Sage and Aimee. To watch their softness dissolve and their energy levels grow has made their commitment to Greg's nutritional advice a given. Casey Burgener, being a super heavyweight lifter, needs Greg's attention even more! Greg's intelligent, no-nonsense approach to Casey's individual nutritional needs for the sport of weightlifting has made him excited about what he puts into his body. I highly recommend Greg Everett for nutritional counseling on both at the individual level as well as the team sport level."
—Mike Burgener, USA Weightlifting Senior International Coach
We offer private training, group and team training, and training as a part of our Olympic weightlifting team for men and women of all ages and experience levels.
Our small group fitness training utilizes a spectrum of effective methods drawn from many fitness and athletic disciplines and focuses on function, health and fun.
Catalyst Athletics offers personal training for all types of clients with all kinds of goals, whether general fitness or sport and goal-specific strength & conditioning.
We offer private and team strength & conditioning services to athletes and teams of all sports and disciplines, using a range of effective methods and tools.
