Meet Our Coaches

 

Dr. David Skolnik, PT, DPT, PPSC, CCPC

Licensed DPT since 2015

I was first introduced to the idea of Exercise as Medicine in 2009, and it has been my North Start ever since. As I’ve honed my skillset over the last decade, I’ve realized that strength is the ultimate pursuit, both mentally and physically. It is my personal mission to promote the pursuit of a strong body and mind.

In addition to treating patients and training clients, I am also a Master Instructor with PPSC, traveling around the U.S. teaching continuing education courses for rehab and fitness professionals.

Personal goals: Move good, look great, feel awesome, lift heavy, run fast. Why? So I can be the best husband and dad I can be.

Past athletic achievements: Competitive powerlifter since 2017, competed at IPL Worlds in 2021, former collegiate Track & Field Athlete.

Clientele:

  1. People in their 30’s & 40’s who are tired of pain and injuries derailing their fitness

  2. Powerlifters (new & experienced)

  3. People who recently finished Physical Therapy but aren’t back to doing what they love

Dr. Alyssa Fukumae, PT, DPT, PPSC, BRM

Licensed DPT since 2021.

I am passionate about empowering others and showing them how strong they really are. The body was meant to move so let’s get moving. 

Personal goals: Run a marathon this year, body building competition in the future, continue to compete in powerlifting, become a referee for powerlifting.

Past athletic achievements: 6 Powerlifting competitions with 5 first place medals and previous state record holder for all lifts (squat, bench, deadlift), 1 strong man competition.

Clientele:

  1. Powerlifters (new & experienced)

  2. Female clients interested in strength training

  3. Anyone new to lifting and looking for guidance

 

Emily Matt, CPT, PPSC, KBCU

Emily is a seasoned powerlifter and strength coach, working as a personal trainer & group fitness instructor in L.A. since she moved in 2019. Her weight loss journey ignited her passion for helping others achieve their goals, and led her to a powerlifting career, totaling over 810lb. Now she strives to help beginner athletes get comfortable in the gym, and get SUPER strong. Certified in Prescript Powerlift, Pre/Post Natal, Pain Free Performance, Kettlebell Coaches University, and is a Precision Nutrition Coach.

Clientele:

  1. Expecting and new moms

  2. Women interested in strength training