YOU’RE IN GOOD HANDS
To help you Live Limitless, Pharos provides educated and enthusiastic trainers in both a class setting as well as personal training.
All Pharos Personal Trainers are nationally qualified and experienced in strength + conditioning and movement mechanics.
While Pharos requires a certain level of expertise, many of our trainers have their own unique interests in health and fitness. Specialties that range from injury rehabilitation to skill acquisitions, event specific prep, nutrition guidance and more.
We'll match you with the coach you align with most and their passions will help tailor your specific fitness journey.
CHECK OUT THEIR SPECIFIC BACKGROUNDS AND AREAS OF EXPERTISE BELOW
JESS KILTS - Athletic Director
Background + Specialities: EMT (emergency medical technician) for 15 years before turning to personal and group training 10 years ago. Eight-time gold medalist Elite powerlifter and coach, SFG L2 kettlebell instructor so barbells, kettlebells, and conditioning are my specialties.
Certified Massage Therapist with specialties in Sports, deep tissue, Thai and Swedish modalities.
I like to work with people who… Apprieciate what it takes to get their body AND mind into shape, but who like to learn the why and how they are doing it. I provide people with the tools to truly know their own strength and be able to speak to it when they are not with me.
Outside the gym you’ll find me… playing golf, sports, traveling, and hanging out with friends.
Quote me on it: “start where you are”
Certifications: Certified Massage Therapist, Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Strongfirst L2 Kettlebell Instructor, USWA L1, Precision Nutrition Coach L1, Bioforce Certified Conditioning Coach, Pain Free Performance Specialist
*Not taking on private clients at this time
ROBIN READER
Background + Specialities: Head of Olympic Weightlifting, Postpartum, strength and conditioning, powerlifting, nutrition, CrossFit
I like to work with people who… are outsiders of the Fitness Industry — newbies, people scorned from Diet Culture, under-represented communities and especially women who want to get strong AF.
Outside the gym you’ll find me… being a mom!
Quote me on it…”Add more weight” + “Born to lose, live to win”
Certifications: CrossFit L1, USA Weightlifting
CORTNI JOYNER
Background + Specialities: Former pro soccer player + strength & conditioning coach at Tudela Football Club. Strength, mechanics, speed, agility, endurance, speed + weightlifting.
I like to work with people who…want to learn + want to work from ages 6 to 76. I believe all humans are meant to move, and there’s always room for improvement. Whether you want to get “bigger, stronger, faster”, learn a new skill, or just get your fitness journey started. I have spent my career trying to bring BIPOC clients in to the fitness space. Representation and feeling seen matters. If you're Black or Brown and lack of representation has been a deterrent, PLEASE, come see me!***
Outside the gym you can find me… hanging out with my dogs + turtle. His name is Sheldon and he’s super cool. Petting other peoples dogs. Oh, and trying to get my face on tv + movie screens.
Quote me on it… “Winners never quit. Quitters never win.”
Certifications: NASM CPT, Precision Nutrition L1, MS in Kinesiology
ALEX BAÑUELOS
Background + Specialities: Swimming, 10+ years teaching CrossFit, Archery + Sport Specific Training
I like to work with people who… Are willing to work hard but have a damn good time doing it.
Outside the gym you can find me… at the archery range + out hiking with my bow
Quote me on it: “Rising up, back on the street. Did my time, took my chances. Went the distance. Now i am back on my feet, just a man and his will to survive” - Survivor
Certifications: CrossFit L1, USA Weightlifting, BS in Kinesiology
CYNTHIA VELASQUEZ
Background + Specialities: Prenatal and Postpartum, Functional Bodybuilding, Crossfit, Olympic, Weightlifting, and Nutrition Coaching
I like to work with people who… are eager to make lasting improvements in their overall health and are ready to commit themselves to the process. I especially love working with women, helping them feel strong and confident in their bodies. As a certified birth doula, I also love supporting pregnant bodies and specialize in creating balance in the body for a more efficient birth.
Outside the gym you can find me… Finding all the fun things to do with my two-year-old daughter. I love being outdoors and staying active. I host a monthly new moon breathwork and sound bath event (if that’s your jam… hit me up!) and am also a birth Doula, I teach childbirth education and support families during pregnancy and beyond.
Quote me on it… “Love is your super power. .. never shy away from giving or receiving it.”
Certifications: NASM CPT, Precision Nutrition Coach L1, Body Ready Method Pro, CF L1
LINDSEY WAGUESPACK
Background + Specialities: Expert in Anatomy, Biomechanics + Kinesiology. Yoga, mobility, and balance training are included in my strength and conditioning programs.
I like to work with people who… are new to strength training, recovering from or dealing with a musculoskeletal injury, and those interested in the physical, physiological, and psychological benefits of exercise. Happy to offer nutritional guidance for muscle gain and fat loss.
Outside the gym you can find me… at the dog park or studying the science of exercise.
Quote me on it… “I can and I will!”
Certifications: E-RYT 200/RYT 500, NASM-cpt, FRCms, Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist, BS in Kinesiology, Pain Free Performance Specialist Certification
NOAH GRANGER
Background + Specialties: Athletic history includes club soccer and D1 collegiate cheer. Training focuses are strength and conditioning, mobility, and hypertrophy.
I like to work with people who… are new to the gym and looking to explore what their body is truly capable of as well as people who are experienced in the gym, but are looking to take themselves to the next level.
Outside the gym you can find me…creating and releasing music, reminding myself to stretch, and being social.
Quote me on it… “You are capable.”
Certifications: NASM - CPT + CFL1
TYLER BROWN
Background + Specialties: former D1 football player with 20 years experience in a weight room, specializing in everything from elite athletic development to movement & gymnastic progressions to competitive physique & bodybuilding to “I just want to feel good in my body”
I like to work with people who… are ready to fall in love with the simplicity of the process of building muscle.
Outside the gym you can find me…as artist / producer Cal Maro, “bending genres of Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, and electronic music, gently laying soulful melodies over head-nodding grooves”
Quote me on it… we’re done here™
Certifications: CSCS, NSCA-CPT
DAN HODAPP
Background/Specialties: Swimming, Long-Distance Running, Rowing, Strength & Conditioning. 15 years of improv comedy teaching experience if you're interested in getting stronger, faster *and* funnier.
I like to work with people who…are new to training or are returning to the gym. I believe fitness is for everyone and I am energized by finding ways for people to connect with their inner athlete in an inclusive atmosphere.
Outside the gym you can find me…Hiking, playing beach volleyball, performing comedy.
Quote me on it… "No one looks stupid when they’re having fun." — Amy Poehler
Certifications: NASM CPT
JACK WELLBORN
Background + Specialties: Triathlon, ultra-endurance, Kettlebells, powerlifting and nutrition. Former chef of 10 years + lifelong athlete.
I like to work with people who… come from all walks of life. I especially love helping beginners discover a love for strength and themselves. Whether you’re a runner trying to get out of injury cycles or someone looking for a total body transformation, I would love to help you on your path.
Outside the gym you can find me… Trail running, backpacking, cooking, surfing, camping + playing music
Quote me on it… "Strength has a greater purpose.” Pavel Tsatsouline
Certifications: NASM-CPT, StrongFirst SFG1, Precision Nutrition L1, CHEK HLC-1
ANDY HAMMOND
Background + Specialties: Spin instructor, endurance and conditioning coach, lender of healthy cooking tips and recipes!
I like to work with people who…are ready to do the work and have fun doing it! They don’t let life get in the way and prioritize both their mental and physical health.
Outside the gym you can find me… auditioning, cooking to music, making killer cocktails, working a second, third or fourth job, cuddled up on the couch watching the latest Netflix series with my partner and pup, or scrolling on Zillow manifesting my dream house!
Quote me on it… “keep your squats low and your standards high”!
Certifications: SpinU , NASM - Group Fitness Cert
BOXING SPECIFIC COACHES
GRAHAM JENKINS
Background + Specialities: 20+ years of martial arts training with a focus in boxing. Extensive training in Muay Thai and currently learning judo.
I like to work with people who… need sport specific training and skill work around boxing. Anyone with an interest in the sport of boxing, whos goals include full body strength, conditioning, and coordination.
Outside the gym you can find me… on film sets acting or at home writing
Quote me on it… “I believe that one defines oneself by reinvention. To not be like your parents. To not be like your friends. To be yourself. To cut yourself out of stone.”
- Henry Rollins
AARON-MICHAEL MENDOZA
Background + Specialities: Combat sports and intelligent training rooted in fundamentals.
I like to work with people who… are hungry to learn and want to put in the work…if you’re nervous & need a confidence booster, & people who are ready to level up!
Outside of the gym you’ll find me… skating , djing, cooking and in the movie theatre
Quote me on it… how when why > what
“The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence.” Charles Bukowski
Special Note: Both private + group (up to 3) sessions available
OWNERS OF PHAROS
PIETER VODDEN - Owner
Background + Specialities: 20 Years in the fitness industry work at all levels . First Fully Certified Gym Jones Instructor in Europe . Have worked with multiple actors and actresses preparing for TV and Movie work and was Cast Trainer on Suicide Squad and Wonder Woman . Co-Creator and Owner of PHAROS Athletic Club and PHAROS Mountain Lodge. Specializes in Movie Prep , High Performance Hypertrophy and Transformation.
I like to work with people who… are willing to work hard, work consistently and who are honest with their coach and themselves .
Outside the gym you can find me… on my motorcycle , hiking in the mountains , with my son and wife , watching Westerns , shooting arrows and playing guitar
Quote me on it… “Self respect and character are built by showing up every day with good will and a solid work ethic . Commit to that and a bigger change will come . “
Certifications: Diploma in Personal Training and Nutrition, Sports Massage, PICP Level 1 and 2, Gym Jones Level 1,2,3,4, CrossFit L1, CrossFit Weightlifting, CrossFit Gymnastics, Poliquin Biosignature, Outbox Boxing Certified, Pain Free Performance Specialist Certification
Please Note: Not taking on private clients at this time.
EMYLEE VODDEN
Owner
Background + Specialities: 10 years in the fitness industry helping people get mobile, recover from injury + reach new heights.
I like to work with people who… refuse to give up or give in. The Curious Beginner, The High - Achiever, the “Get back into action post Injury”
Outside the gym you’ll find me… in the mountains exploring the wild with our toddler, singing harmonies to Baby Shark and Let It Go.
Quote me on it: “Chest Bump the World”
Certifications: BS in Kinesiology, Tom Meyers Structural Integration (Soft Tissue Therapy), CrossFit L1, Pregnancy + Postpartum Athleticism, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Pain Free Performance Specialist Certification
Please note: Not taking on private clients at this time.