Get TO KNOW OUR ELITE COACHES

MMA COACHES

Eddie Alvarez

Head MMA Coach & Director

Eddie Alvarez

Head MMA Coach & Director

Eddie Alvarez brings championship pedigree as the first fighter to hold lightweight titles in both UFC and Bellator. With a career spanning UFC, ONE Championship, and BKFC, Eddie’s experience and leadership empower fighters to develop grit, skill, and resilience at the highest competition level.

Leandro Hernandez

Head Adult BJJ Coach

Leandro Hernandez

Head Adult BJJ Coach

A 1st degree BJJ black belt under Ricardo Almeida, Leandro Hernandez has 25 years of martial arts experience and a decade of coaching. With a background in Pro MMA, kickboxing, and IBJJF tournaments, Leandro blends self-defense and competitive training to guide students from youth to professional levels.

Randy Nesbit

Head Youth BJJ Coach

Randy Nesbit

Head Youth BJJ Coach

Randy is the Head Kids BJJ Coach at Underground Kings and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with nearly a decade of competition experience. With a background in Muay Thai and wrestling, he brings a well-rounded approach to youth training.

Families stay with Coach Randy for years because of how well he connects with kids, creating a safe, structured environment that builds confidence, discipline, and strong fundamentals.

Ray Robinson

Youth & Adult Boxing

Ray Robinson

Youth & Adult Boxing

Ray Robinson is a professional boxer and championship coach with 25+ years in the sport. A 4-time welterweight titleholder and Team Combat League champion, Ray founded Rounds with Ray to deliver inclusive, high-performance training for athletes of all levels, including adaptive programs.

Julien Banner

Youth & Adult BJJ

Julien Banner

Youth & Adult BJJ

Julien Banner is a BJJ black belt with over 15 years of experience and a passion for no-gi grappling. Trained under Bruno Tostes, Julien has competed and coached across the U.S. and Australia, focusing on discipline, technique, and building inclusive communities through martial arts.

Bob Clark

Head Sambo Coach

Bob Clark

Head Sambo Coach

Bob Clark is a Master Level 1 Certified Coach by the Federation of International Amateur Sambo (FIAS), the global governing body of Sambo recognized by the International Olympic Committee. As Head Coach of the USA Sambo 🇺🇸 National Team, Bob brings decades of elite experience, including titles as a National and Pan American Sambo Champion. He also serves on the FIAS Sambo Development Committee, helping shape the sport’s future through international collaboration and athlete development.

Performance COACHES

Sean Sowney

Director of Performance

Sean Sowney

Director of Performance

Sean is a Penn State University graduate with a degree in Kinesiology and a minor in Business. He holds multiple industry-leading certifications, including CSCS, ACSM, PSS, and PNF.

His coaching experience includes Drexel University, The Pennington School, Norristown Area High School, and Zarett Rehab & Fitness, specializing in strength development, athletic performance, and return-to-sport training.

A former collegiate ice hockey player, Sean is also a black belt in Taekwondo, a blue belt in Jiu Jitsu, and a professional powerlifter who holds multiple drug-tested world records across two divisions.

DJ Johnson

Certified Personal Trainer

DJ Johnson

Certified Personal Trainer

DJ Johnson is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and former collegiate athlete with expertise in strength training, mobility, and wellness coaching. CPR/AED certified, DJ combines discipline and teamwork to help clients achieve peak performance through safe, effective, and sustainable fitness programs.

Alex Mascio

Strength & Performance

Alex Mascio

Strength & Performance

With a degree in Exercise and Sports Science from Temple University, Alex Mascio combines biomechanics, strength conditioning, and injury prevention to elevate athlete performance. Alex’s tailored programs help competitors at all levels push boundaries and achieve peak results through strategic coaching.

Zac Ficano

Certified Personal Trainer & Athletic Trainer

Zac Ficano

Certified Personal Trainer & Athletic Trainer

Zac Ficano is a licensed Athletic Trainer with a Master’s in Athletic Training from Temple University and certifications in AED/CPR. With experience across multiple collegiate sports programs, Zac specializes in injury evaluation, rehab & performance enhancement to help athletes return stronger and perform at their best.

Joe Hos

Performance Rehab Coach

Joe Hos

Performance Rehab Coach

As a Navy Veteran Corpsman turned Strength Coach with over 20 years of experience, Joe specializes in post-rehab and ACL recovery, helping athletes and active individuals improve performance, reduce injury risk, and accelerate recovery through innovative, state-of-the-art training methods built for longevity and peak performance.

Myles Talley

Performance Coach

Myles Talley

Performance Coach

Myles Talley is a Performance Coach at NPI and a graduate of Sacred Heart University, where he played Division I football. He holds a Master’s degree in Arts and Sciences with a concentration in Psychology and is Parisi Speed School certified in speed development and Functional Movement Screening (FMS). Myles works with athletes of all ages and skill levels, from youth to professional, in sports including football, soccer, hockey, golf, and track. His background in both athletics and psychology allows him to connect with athletes not just physically, but mentally while building confidence and long-term success.

Bill Castor

Performance Coach

Bill Castor

Performance Coach

With over a decade in the performance industry, Bill Castor helps athletes reach their genetic potential through advanced training. Holding a degree in Exercise Science and certifications including EXOS and Parisi Speed School, Bill specializes in strength, speed, and functional movement coaching.

Josh McHugh

Orthopedic & Golf Performance Specialist

Josh McHugh

Orthopedic & Golf Performance Speciaist

Josh Mchugh is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and a background in golf biomechanics. Founder of The Golf Performance PT, Josh integrates dry needling, TPI certifications, and orthopedic expertise to enhance swing mechanics and athletic recovery.

NPI Staff

Doug Sharp

Director

For the past six years, Doug has served as Director of the Newtown Sports & Events Center— a role he continues to lead today — while also stepping into his current position as Director of The Newtown Performance Institute. In both capacities, he is committed to driving innovation, elevating customer experience, and pushing the envelope with cutting-edge programs that create lasting value for clients.

Doug holds a degree in Exercise Science and has completed internships at both Princeton University and Saint Joseph’s University, gaining valuable experience in high-level athletic performance environments. He began his career at the Newtown Athletic Club (NAC) as a speed and strength coach, later advancing to Director.

Passionate about staying at the forefront of fitness, wellness, and combat sports, Doug brings both vision and execution to every project, ensuring members and athletes have access to the most forward-thinking training opportunities available.