 Josh Ortegon, Sports Performance Specialist
Joshua Ortegon is co-founder and the Director of Sports Performance Enhancement at Athlete’s Arena in Irmo, SC. Joshua earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Western Michigan University in 2000.
As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Joshua has helped establish Athlete’s Arena as the premier high performance center in South Carolina since 2005. Joshua has worked with a wide range of athletes from youth to professionals specializing in the areas of injury prevention, return to play and performance enhancement.
As an invited speaker and writer, Joshua has covered topics from Long Term Athletic Development, Injury Prevention in Youth Athletes to Combine Preparation.
Although he has worked within multiple areas of sports performance with many different populations, Joshua has specialized in the areas of injury prevention and pre-exercise screening, program design and appropriate exercise progression and technique.  Shane Miller, Professional Trainer
As Athlete's Arena's Professional Trainer, Shane Miller dedicates himself to coaching individuals on how to improve their overall fitness level. He specializes in working with all ages and training levels to develop techniques for improving flexibility and balance, increasing strength levels, promoting healthy body composition and increased cardio respiratory output for a higher work capacity.
Shane's training techniques employ a variety of philosophies to achieve results for each individual no matter what their goal may be.
Shane is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association and KettleBell Concepts. Shane's most recent accomplishment is receiving certification through CrossFit, a revolutionary training system for the development of elite fitness for all ages.  Elise Matthews, Strength Specialist
- Semi-professional, and professional level goalkeeper competing with and against Olympic level players
- Master’s in exercise physiology degree
- Human performance research for Gatorade Sports Science Institute
- Certifications include CSCS, ACSM-HFI & RKC II, among others
 Stephen Powell, Weightlifting Coach
Stephen comes to us with over 17 years of weightlifting experience.
He founded Palmetto Weightlifting Club in Irmo, SC, has coached 5 National Champions and has been an assistant coach to 2 World Championship team members and 1 Olympic Medalist.
With influences from Shin-Ho Kang, Don McCauley and Ivan Grigouri and a USAW certification, Stephen brings the most advanced and up-to-date weightlifting techniques and programs available in this area.  Shaun Phillips, Massage Therapist
Shaun Phillips comes to us with degrees from Charleston Southern University (Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology) and Southeastern School of Neuromuscular and Massage Therapy.
He is a former college football player, high school football and wrestling coach, and high school strength coach.
Currently, Shaun massages for the University of South Carolina's football, track and field, and men's basketball teams. Shaun will focus his efforts on sports, deep tissue, neuromuscular, and Swedish massage styles at Athlete’s Arena. 
Summer B. Ortegon, Fitness Nutrition Coach
Summer Ortegon is Athlete's Arena's Fitness Nutrition Coach. Summer's personal athletic endeavors include dance, gymnastics, cheerleading, volleyball, figure & most notably bodybuilding taking the overall championship at the 2003 Jr. USA.
Prior to becoming an active National Physique Committee member & competitor, Summer earned a dual Bachelor's degree in International Business and German from South Carolina's prestigious Converse College.
She has since played an integral role in the creation of Athlete's Arena, focusing primarily on business relations, marketing & accounting. Summer’s most recent accomplishment is receiving certification as a NESTA Fitness Nutrition Coach, Johnny G Certified Spinning Instructor, CrossFit Level 1 Certified Trainer and CrossFit Certified Kettlebell Instructor. Donovan Craft, Performance Trainer
Donovan is a one of Columbia’s own, having been born and raised here and attended local Spring Valley High School. During his time at SV he excelled on the football field enough to earn a scholarship to play football at Gardner-Webb University. While at GWU he became a four year starter on the O-line earning multiple All-Conference awards, team MVP awards, an All-American selection, as well as a Regional Bronco Nagurski Award recipient to name a few of his accolades.
Following his playing days Donovan quickly got into training athletes; passing on the knowledge and experience he had received, to those he has worked with. He has been a helping hand to athlete’s trying to reach their athletic dreams and goals for the last 6 years; having seen numerous athletes make it to the collegiate level in all sports from soccer to football, from baseball to volleyball, and basketball to tennis, through their hard work, and his training programs. Additionally he has worked with a handful of professional athletes in football and baseball.
Donovan has earned his Nike SPARQ certification, NSCA’s CSCS certification, and is also and Athletic Republic Level 3 (highest possible) certified trainer. He applies all of this knowledge, as well as his experience as a collegiate and professional athlete, to develop programs that are tailored to each athlete to help develop their weaknesses and refine their strengths, all while reducing the athlete’s risk of injury and developing their mental toughness. Ashley Heyl, Personal Trainer
I am a 2008 graduate of USC with a Bachelor of Arts. I was born and raised in New Orleans, La and have a strong love for the New Orleans Saints. I’ve lived in SC for the past 6 years. I am an AFPA Certified Personal Trainer and Nutritionist. I am also an NPC Fitness Competitor and I train hard in aspirations of making it to a Pro Status.
I have a deep passion to train. I am a coach, encourager, intimidator and supporter. I beat you up, break you down and build your enthusiasm to be a healthier, happier individual. I develop personal relationships with my clients beyond the weights and sessions we are together. My desire for all of my clients, both men and women, is to love themselves no matter what size they are or what the number on the scale says. I want to show people a life without medications and dependence on prescriptions as they age. I hope for my clients lifestyles to transform and in turn transform the lives around them, especially their children.
Training is my passion and I put everything I am into it. If you are ready for your life to change and experience a healthy, happy life, please get in contact with me. I’m waiting to help you.
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Our highly qualified and experienced team has a synergy that produces superior results and creates a positive and focused training environment. Staff education varies and is designed to keep the team on the forefront of their specialty, giving our clients access to a wide variety of disciplines.
A career at Athlete's Arena is a rewarding experience: in addition to working for the local leader in performance training, you can build a successful career, enjoy life and work as part of a passionate, committed, and knowledgeable team, all while making a significant and lasting impact in people’s lives.
Our systems help people exceed their potential, so if you are as passionate about helping others as you are about challenging yourself, please submit your resume for general consideration. We're always looking for like-minded team members!
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