George Gomola
Z Health Movement Specialist: R, I, S, T, 9S, Combatives
RKC I Kettlebell Instructor (FMR)
FMS Professional Level 2, CK-FMS
Ground Force Method Instructor
Certified KAATSU Specialist
Certified TRX Instructor
IAFF/IAFC Firefighter PFT
George grew up in Fairfield, attended Andrew Warde HS and Western CT State University, playing football at both. In 1980 he joined the Fairfield Fire Department, currently holds the rank of Asst. Chief and serves as the Health and Wellness director. George has been involved in strength coaching and conditioning for over 34 years. He started his coaching career in 1982, as a varsity football and strength coach for the original Roger Ludlowe High School. More recently – George served as strength and conditioning coach for Sacred Heart University Men’s Soccer Program. George was co-owner and master trainer at Black Rock Kettlebell Club. He has partnered with and/or delivered programing for Fairfield Recreation Department, Roger Ludlowe MS, Roger Ludlowe HS, Sacred Heart University, and the Fairfield Senior Center. He has worked with hundreds of athletes, from Pre-K through Mature Adults – specializing in rehab, injury prevention, and performance enhancement for MS, HS, University, and tactical athletes, and first responders and military. George worked with Rodrigo during the days of the Rnunes Soccer Academy. He is most happy and grateful for this opportunity to work with Rodrigo and the Ole family again.
Kathleen Chandler
Certified Strong First Kettlebell Instructor (SFG)
FMS Professional Level 2
Ground Force Method Instructor
Certified KAATSU Specialist
Certified TRX Instructor
Kathleen was introduced to kettlebells by George in 2011 and was hooked. She moved to Seattle and went on to get her SGF certification. Being a constant learner, she studied and practiced many different training modalities to make her a well rounded instructor She taught for four years at Kettlebility in Seattle, the first kettlebell studio in the Pacific Northwest, using Pavel Tsatsouline’s system to teach others safely and effectively. She has worked with many different demographics, including youth athletes, women, and mature adults. Being a great motivator for others, as well as having an eye for detail, and a great sense of humor are key components to her success as an instructor.
Kathleen has a BA in Economics and Finance from Texas A&M University and a Masters of Business Administration from The University of Texas at Dallas.
NEW WEBSITE: www.fairfieldstrength.com