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Meet the Team

Meet our coaches.

Every EPS coach is credentialed, invested, and teaching the why.

Owner & head coach
Rachel Calabrese

Rachel Calabrese

Owner & Head Coach

Rachel is the owner of Elite Performance Systems. Her journey started as an athlete at EPS, where she saw firsthand how training for joint health, strength, and longevity could change not just her performance, but her everyday life.

FRCFRAKinstretch L1 & L2Internal Strength Model
Coaches
Alex Strawderman

Coach

Alex Strawderman

Alex combines a background in medical research with years of coaching experience to help people build stronger, more capable bodies. She believes that improving the way people move creates a stronger foundation for everything else, whether the goal is getting stronger, reducing limitations, or simply feeling more confident in everyday life.

NASM CertifiedFRC Mobility SpecialistFRA SpecialistKinstretch L1
Jonathan

Coach

Jonathan

Jonathan's passion for training and performance was shaped through years of competitive athletics, where he earned All-American honors in collegiate lacrosse and served as a multi-year team captain. He brings energy, discipline, and a strong work ethic to the EPS team, with a particular interest in athletic development and helping others challenge themselves physically and mentally.

ISSA Certified Personal TrainerAll-American, Collegiate Lacrosse
Felix Tepass

Coach

Felix Tepass

Felix brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With over five years of coaching experience, Felix has guided clients ranging from 16 to 70 years old, including Division I, II, & III collegiate athletes.

Kinesiology Degree
Stephen Calabrese

Coach

Stephen Calabrese

Steve embodies the spirit of determination and perseverance. Having a lifelong interest in staying active and pushing personal limits, Steve has conquered multiple marathons and pursued strength training for over a decade.

FRC Certified
Kyle Whipple

Coach

Kyle Whipple

Kyle is a former collegiate football athlete who joined EPS in 2016 while pursuing his athletic goals. EPS gave him the knowledge and tools to better adapt to physical and mental situations, and he's excited to help do the same for others.

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Prefer to talk first? Call or text Rachel at 617-359-9889.