Coojo Strength- Barbender Affiliate

Our Services

Weightlifting Coaching

Learn from a U25 National Medalist, from beginners to experienced lifters, all are welcome to learn.

Powerlifting Coaching

Hybrid Lifting Coaching

Learn from a Regional Champion, and 2x National competitor. Whether you want to be a high level competitor, or just like training, I have experience coaching both.

Learn how to be a successful powerlifter and weightlifter at once. Why be good in 2 or 3 lifts if you can be good at 5.

Strength Training for fighters

Applying what I learned in my time as a strength athlete, and blending it with my time as a fighter- I will help you bring your strength and power to the next level.

We offer custom programs and constant feedback for anything strength related

About us

I began my fitness journey at the age of 7 years old in boxing. Since then I have achieved numerous accolades in many sports. My list of achievements includes.

  • 2015 USA Boxing Metro Champion

  • 2016 USA Boxing Metro JR Olympic 2nd place

  • 2016 USA Boxing Ringside Amateur World Championships Semi Finalist

  • 2017 USA Boxing Ringside Amateur World Championships Semi Finalist

  • 2020 VP NYU BJJ Club

  • 2022 USA Powerlifting CT State Champion

  • 2023 USA Powerlifting Northeast Regional Champion

  • 2023 USA Weightlifting U25 Nationals 7th Place

  • 2023 USA Powerlifting Nationals

  • 2024 USA Weightlifting U25 Nationals 3rd Place Total, 3rd Place Clean and Jerk, 2nd Place Snatch

  • 2024 USA Powerlifting Nationals

  • And more to come

I began my coaching career under the guidance of my coach Jean LaGuerre Jr- who I am currently affiliated with under the Barbender Academy name. I have earned my Level 1 from USA Weightlifting, and my USA Boxing Coach certification.

My expertise lies in my diverse background of athletics and true passion for sport.

Throughout my experience as an athlete, I have always loved helping others, whether it be fellow athletes, hobbyists, or beginners.

We offer individualized programming and feedback for weightlifting, powerlifting, hybrid training, and specialized strength training for fighters.

Whether you are just starting, or are an experienced it would be my pleasure to help you grow.

The first step is often the hardest-take the first step to a better you and contact us.

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