Vinny Martins holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Norwich University and is anticipating a Master of Business Leadership from William Penn University, is a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a USA Weightlifting Level 1 coach. His extensive experience includes high-level positions and responsibilities that make him a perfect fit for this role.
Most recently, Martins served as the Director of Athletic Performance at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne, Florida. During his tenure, he successfully designed and implemented comprehensive training programs for both Varsity and Junior Varsity teams, developed athletic performance curricula for high school and middle school students, and focused on enhancing weight room and speed competence.
Prior to Holy Trinity, Martins was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. There, he managed the strength and conditioning programs for 17 varsity sport teams, performed detailed needs analyses, and ran a successful internship curriculum. His role at Southwestern College also included conducting various athletic performance tests and utilizing cutting-edge movement screening systems to optimize athlete performance.
Martins has also held significant positions as an Athletic Performance Graduate Assistant at William Penn University and as a Strength and Conditioning Assistant at Windermere Preparatory School, where he initially showcased his passion for athlete development. His earlier experience as a Strength and Conditioning Intern at Norwich University laid a solid foundation for his career, enabling him to develop and lead large and small group workouts, maintain facility standards, and create exercise plans for injured athletes.
Equipped with professional skills in various athletic performance technologies and tools, including Teambuildr, Push, Jump Mat, Plyomat, Tendo Unit, and Brower Timing Systems, Martins is well-prepared to elevate the training programs at Windermere Prep.
