Our Team
We are professional strength coaches who coach the way we train.
Alex Tanskey
Alex is a certified StrongFirst Elite instructor with 14 years of experience in Boston and Raleigh.
He also has a strong background in the Postural Restoration Institute, taking several courses multiple times (Myokinematic Restoration, Pelvic Restoration, Postural Respiration, Impingement and Instability).
In addition to all that breathing, Alex’s main hobby is strength. He is a Beast Tamer and competes regularly in the Tactical Strength Challenge with multiple worldwide titles.
Founder and Trainer
Jake Orndorff
Jake is a StrongFirst certified instructor who earned his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Shepherd University and a Master’s degree from Logan University in Sports Science and Rehabilitation.
He holds several leading industry certifications and is committed to hunting down the best way to help people live healthier lives.
Jake is also interested in the Postural Restoration Institute, having completed Postural Respiration.
Co-Owner and Trainer
Personal TrainerKleanza Cathers
Kleanza is a StrongFirst certified instructor who graduated from Barton College with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a Master’s degree in Kinesiology, specializing in Health and Wellness.
A collegiate swimmer, she was the first woman at Barton College to qualify for the Division II National Championships.
Kleanza is also interested in the Postural Restoration Institute, having completed Postural Respiration.
Personal TrainerCasey Minchey
Casey is a Certified Personal Trainer with both a Bachelor's and Master's of Science in Exercise Science.
Originally from Texas, Casey played both college and professional baseball prior to becoming a personal trainer.
He's spent his career training clients with diverse life, training, and injury backgrounds.