OUR TEAM
MEET YOUR COACHES AND TRAINERS
Our team is dedicated, knowledgeable and passionate about their craft, and they are here to help make you a better athlete.
Tim Brown
Owner/Coach
Tim Brown was a Canadian football running back and kick returner for the BC Lions and Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League. He played college football for the Temple Owls where he graduated with his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and continued to further his education by receiving a Masters in Exercise Science and teaching credential in physical education along with his NASM certification. Being considered undersized, Brown went on to play arena football in the IFL and CFL where he won 2 arena championships and 1 CFL Championship (Grey Cup). Brown has put all his energy and efforts into helping the youth through sports and education by training, counseling, tutoring, and coaching.
Lavelle Hawkins
Owner/Coach
Lavelle Hawkins is a former American football wide receiver NFL. He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the fourth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at California Berkeley and finished with his B.A in social welfare. Lavelle is a strong influence in his community and a positive influence to the youth. In 2012 Lavelle Hawkins started a Christmas Shopping Spree through giving in the Sierra Vista, his neighborhood. He has touched many lives and continues to be a major staple in the community.
Monica Sagapolu
Director of Operation/Adult Trainer
Director of Operations and the head trainer at the Factory. Monica has been very influential in the growth and development of The Factory and prides herself on accountability and perfectionism. She is highly skilled and very oriented and loves training clients, allowing them to reach their full potential not just physically but mentally as well.
Yesenia Luna
Adult/Athletic Trainer
Group Instructor and Athletic Trainer Yesenia has a passion for working with athletes and adults from all levels. As a former college soccer player, she not only has the experience to back her training but also the education receiving her BS in Corporate Fitness and Wellness. She is committed to the clients and to the profession.
David Fields
Strength/Conditioning Coach
Strength and Conditioning Coach at Factory Institute of Training. David is a Certified Physical Preparation Specialist who can coach for general fitness and athletic performance. For the past 5 years, David has used his knowledge to educate others on training and nutrition. At 19 years old he joined the United States Marine Corps, where he developed leadership and coaching skills, eventually taking charge of large-scale training evolutions where he led approximately 1000 Marines in calisthenics. After 8 years of service, he left the Marine Corps and started a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. He earned his CPPS in 2019 and looks forward to further educating himself to serve his clientele.
Nate Perez
Director of Baseball
Robert Rodriguez
Baseball/Softball Trainer