ELEVATE YOUR COACHING GAME
Coach 'Em Up Conference
Hosted at:
THIS GYM & Nutrabolt HQ
Austin, TX
Friday, June 12th & 13th
Early Bird Pricing
Before May 12th
$359
$319
SOLD OUT
ONLY 110 REGISTRATION SLOTS
Join us for a transformative weekend of learning, networking, and skill-building designed specifically for coaches and performance professionals.
Coach 'Em Up is your chance to elevate your expertise, gain actionable insights from industry leaders, and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about peak performance and professional growth.
FREE
Training Shoes
included with each ticket
Time Until The Conference
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Speakers
Cory Schlesinger
Cory Schlesinger is a highly respected strength and conditioning coach with significant experience in professional sports, including roles with the NBA's Phoenix Suns and Stanford University's athletic programs. Cory’s innovative and evidence-driven approach to training elite athletes ensures he provides actionable, cutting-edge insights into maximizing physical performance, enhancing durability, and fostering athletic longevity. His depth of practical expertise makes him ideal for coaches who are serious about applying professional-level conditioning principles in their own programs.
Elite Strength & Conditioning Coach
Alec Blenis
Alec Blenis is a competitive athlete, strength and conditioning coach, and educator with a decade of experience working with athletes across a wide range of disciplines. He has coached thousands of individuals both in person and remotely, from endurance athletes, powerlifters, and tactical professionals to busy parents, weekend warriors, and first-time athletes. As a lifelong athlete himself, Alec has competed in ultramarathons, obstacle course racing, and CrossFit, including setting a Murph world record in 2021. With a passion for making high-level coaching accessible, he brings real-world performance experience to his work.
Strength & Conditioning Coach, Hybrid Athlete, & Educator
Tatum Brandt
Tatum Brandt is the founder of Brandt Creative Co., a creative agency specializing in branding and web design for fitness, sport, and wellness brands. Since launching her agency in 2019, she has helped more than 200 founders and startups build bold, memorable brands that stand out in crowded markets through clear messaging, strategic design, and strong digital experiences. Known for her deep-dive analysis of brands and as a creative guide to the fitness industry, Tatum has built a reputation for helping founders simplify complex ideas into compelling brands that earn attention, build trust, and support long-term growth.
Founder & Creative
Joe Pedulla
Joe Pedulla is the owner of Pedulla Performance LLC and currently serves as a Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Oklahoma, where he works with Softball and Women’s Golf. He previously coached in the Kansas City Royals minor league system and also led high school baseball strength and conditioning at Ghost Lab NJ during the offseason. Joe began his career as a private strength coach working with high school and collegiate athletes after interning at TCU. He is CSCS certified through the NSCA and specializes in baseball and softball athlete development while also mentoring a growing community of coaches through Pedulla Performance.
Strength & Conditioning Coach & Owner of Pedulla Performance
Jon Heck
Jon Heck is a strength and conditioning coach, nutrition coach, and the owner of Hammer and Chisel Performance. A former four-year starter and two-time All-ACC selection at offensive tackle for the University of North Carolina, Jon built nearly a decade of experience in football performance at both the NFL and Division I college levels, including roles with the Carolina Panthers, Houston Texans, UNC, and Troy University. With a background in exercise sport science and a longtime passion for strength sports, Jon has coached elite strongman competitors, NFL athletes, endurance athletes, and general population clients while bringing a practical, performance-driven approach to training and nutrition.
Owner, Head Coach of Hammer & Chisel Performance
Dr. Katie Dabrowski
Katie Dabrowski is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is passionate about bridging the gap between strength training, injury rehabilitation, and performance to optimize outcomes. With a background in neuroscience and experience in research, she brings an evidence-informed approach that blends pain science, movement, and strength to support lasting results. Katie is committed to changing the perception of physical therapy through truly individualized, one-on-one care that builds trust and long-term relationships. She works with a wide range of patients, especially strength athletes, coaches, endurance athletes, and those dealing with exercise-induced migraines, while drawing from her own background in rowing and strength training.
Doctor of Physical Therapist,
CSCS
Brian Kula
Coach Kula is a veteran track and field, football, and sport performance coach with nearly three decades of experience developing athletes at every level, from youth and high school to Division I and professional sports. Throughout his career, he has coached National Champions, All-Americans, Gatorade Players of the Year, and state champions across multiple sports while leading programs in strength, speed, agility, conditioning, recovery, and nutrition. A CSCS-certified coach with a background in kinesiology, Kula is widely respected for his ability to help athletes maximize their potential through high-level training and long-term development. His work has impacted athletes from more than 36 universities as well as elite performers across the NFL, NWSL, NHL, and Olympic competition.
Sports Performance Coach,
CSCS
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Locations:
Friday 6/12:
THIS Gym
121 Pickle Rd #110, Austin, TX 78704
Saturday 6/13
Nutrabolt / C4 Energy HQ
332 Grace Lane, Austin, Texas, 78746
Friday, June 12th
Location: THIS Gym
Conference Attendees Get Free Friday Access to THIS Gym
6:00 PM
Registration / Arrival Opens
6:30 - 7:30 PM
BBQ Dinner & Social
provided by Eleiko
7:30 - 8:30 PM
Live Podcast:
Zack & Tim
9:00 PM
Doors Close
Saturday, June 13th
Location: C4 Performance Center
Time Slot
Speaker
Topic
7:00 - 7:50 AM
Breakfast / Coffee
7:50 AM
Announcements / Welcome
8:00 - 8:55 AM
Joe Pedulla
Using Quadrant Reports for RST Loading Prescription
Presented by TrainHeroic
9:00 - 9:55 AM
Tatum Brandt
Building a Coaching Brand That Breaks Through The Noise
10:00 - 10:55 AM
Alec Blenis
Hybrid Athlete
11:00 - 12:25 PM
Lunch
12:30 - 1:25 PM
Jon Heck
Weaponizing Performance Nutrition
1:30 - 2:25 PM
Dr. Katie Dabrowski
Principles for Managing Pain in Training: Regardless of Diagnosis
2:30 - 3:25 PM
Brian Kula
The Art & Skill of Speed
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Open Gym
5:00 PM
Doors Close
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FAQs
Who should attend?
18+ professionals in the fitness, nutrition and health industries, including athletic performance coaches, group fitness coaches, personal trainers, sports scientists and athletic trainers.
What should I wear to the conference?
Friday session is casual dress with no movement required.
Saturday session is casual with movement required. We encourage you to represent your company or organization!
There is an early bird workout option for Saturday morning. If participating, bring a change of clothes.
What's your refund refund policy?
Registration is 50% refundable up to one month (May 12th) from conference date, and 25% refundable up to 7 days prior (June 5th). Registration is non-refundable after June 5th.
Are meals included?
Welcome dinner is provided Friday evening. Light breakfast items are provided upon conference arrival Saturday morning. Saturday lunch is included on site. Attendees are permitted to enter with food and drink and have during sessions.
What is the conference location and directions?
Friday: 121 Pickle Rd #110, Austin, TX 78704
Saturday: 332 Grace Lane, Austin, Texas 78746
Where should I stay?
The city of Austin is a 20-minute commute from the conference location.
We recommend staying in the Austin city limits or the surrounding area of West Lake for a closer location or in Downtown Austin:
Closest hotel for most affordable price:
Hotel Viata
320 S Capital of Texas Hwy, West Lake Hills, TX 78746
(844) 306-6400
Boutique hotel in the hill country:
The Wayback
9601 Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX 78733
(512)520-9590
Downtown Austin:
200 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701
512) 542-3600
Does my registration include access to THIS Gym on Friday?
Yes — conference attendees receive complimentary Friday access to THIS Gym before the evening kickoff. Join us at anytime on Friday and use your day pass before the conference.
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