Experienced coaches · Purposeful training · A community that cares

Great coaching. Stronger together.

At Ganbatte, coaching goes beyond workouts and results. It’s about building trust, understanding each athlete, and creating an environment where everyone feels supported, challenged, and inspired to grow.

Our coaches bring years of experience across multiple disciplines, united by one purpose: to help you become your best. Whether you’re just starting out or competing at the highest level, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Different backgrounds. Different strengths. One shared philosophy: Do your best.

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Founder · Owner · Coach

JP Amistoso

Endurance, engine building & HYROX · Leads Engine+

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JP founded Ganbatte Fitness in 2011 as a community built around “ganbatte,” a Japanese expression for “do your best.” A 14-time Ironman finisher and Boston Marathon qualifier, he specializes in endurance and engine building, and has coached athletes to race qualifications, Ironman finishes and World Championship spots.

Coaching philosophy

Take the first step, and I’ll help guide you along the way. Trust yourself, embrace the process, and give yourself a chance to discover what you’re capable of. Growth begins with believing in yourself, and progress comes from consistently showing up and doing your best.

You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to be willing to begin.

Believe in yourself. Trust the process. Do your best.

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Born and raised in the Philippines, JP grew up playing competitive tennis, basketball, soccer and chess. Through his strength & conditioning program, he develops speed and strength in athletes of all levels, whether they’re qualifying for the Boston Marathon, preparing for an Ironman, improving at a specific sport, or simply getting fitter.

Areas of expertise

Building your engine and aerobic capacity
HYROX, marathon, triathlon and Ironman preparation
Major competitive goals, like qualifying for races
Performance for pro athletes
Starting a new fitness journey

Coaching experience

Assistant S&C coach, Red Bull Endurance Team (2020–present)
CrossFit Endurance seminar staff
Coached Boston Marathon qualifiers, 100-mile trail runners, Ironman finishers and World Championship qualifiers
Celebrity trainer · Lululemon ambassador

Credentials

CrossFit Level 3
CrossFit Endurance, Olympic Weightlifting, Mobility and Kids
NASM Certified
OPEX Fitness Certified
USAT Certified Triathlon Coach
USAW Certified Coach
First Aid, CPR and AED Certified

Athletic accomplishments

14× Ironman finisher (fastest 9:40)
8× Half Ironman finisher (fastest 4:32)
Ironman 70.3 World qualifier
Boston Marathon qualifier (2:54) · Half marathon 1:20
50-mile ultra trail run
Philippine National Tennis Team

Head Coach

Eric Phillips

Strength & conditioning · Personalized programming

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Eric brings more than nine years of experience as a strength and conditioning coach in gyms and collegiate athletics, a group fitness instructor and a personal trainer. He grew up in nearby Burbank, played football at John Burroughs High School and earned a B.A. in Kinesiology from Saint Mary’s College of California.

Coaching philosophy

Understand the athlete first, then build a personalized approach that improves both performance and health.

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Eric has always been driven to understand athletic performance. He keeps expanding his knowledge of the best standards, practices and innovations in training to build personalized approaches for his athletes.

Areas of expertise

Starting a new fitness journey
Improving your strength & conditioning
Personalized programs for all fitness levels

Credentials & experience

B.A. Kinesiology, Health and Human Performance
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
CrossFit Level 1
Strength and Conditioning Coach, Occidental College
Former Head Coach, CrossFit Los Feliz
Celebrity trainer

Coach

Nile Franklin

Olympic weightlifting · Technique & competition prep

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Nile has devoted most of her life to sport as both coach and competitor. She started in soccer, moved to track & field and tennis, and in 2013 found her true passion: weightlifting. She now competes at the national level as a decorated medalist and American Open qualifier.

Coaching philosophy

Athletes grow fastest through training rooted in sound technique and precise mechanics.

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Her dedication to weightlifting shapes her work as a strength and conditioning coach and personal trainer, and she loves helping athletes grow through every stage of learning the lifts.

Areas of expertise

Weightlifting technique & competition prep
Improving your strength & conditioning
Starting a new fitness journey

Credentials & accomplishments

USAW Level 2 Coach
CrossFit Level 2
2019 American Open Finals qualifier, 49 kg
2019 American Open Series 2 bronze medalist, 49 kg
2017 American Open Series qualifier, 49 kg
2020 National qualifier

Coach

Mike Pitts

Powerlifting · Kettlebell · Goal setting

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A former Division I rugby player, Mike brings a coaching perspective from the world of sport. Since hanging up his cleats he’s focused on powerlifting and kettlebell training. He has been coaching since 2013, with experience building strength & conditioning and bootcamp programs.

Coaching philosophy

Success is a long road built on attention to small details, and on goals that are specific, realistic and attainable.

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Areas of expertise

Starting a new fitness journey
Improving your strength & conditioning
Changing up your workout routine
Setting goals you can actually reach

Credentials & accomplishments

NASM-CPT
CrossFit Level 2
First Aid, CPR and AED Certified
2009 U19 Regional Select national champion
Designed Hollywood Boulders’ strength & conditioning, kettlebell and bootcamp programs

Coach

Fernando Guerrero

Olympic weightlifting & functional fitness

Strength begins with believing you can.

At 16, weighing 330 pounds, Fernando discovered CrossFit and found something far more meaningful than a workout. Through consistency and determination he lost 130 pounds and gained a new appreciation for strength, movement and what the body can achieve. Today he brings that same passion and perspective to every athlete he coaches.

Coaching philosophy

Everyone starts somewhere. What matters is showing up, putting in the work and believing in the process.

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As a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer and USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach, Fernando specializes in Olympic weightlifting, functional movement, and helping athletes build strength and confidence through proper technique.

What sets his coaching apart is his ability to connect with athletes at every stage of their journey. He knows stepping into a gym can feel intimidating, and he believes great coaching begins with patience, encouragement and meeting people where they are. Whether you’re learning to lift a barbell for the first time or chasing your next personal best, Fernando is committed to helping you build the skills, confidence and strength to keep progressing.

Areas of expertise

Olympic weightlifting and technical development
Foundational strength and conditioning
Functional movement and mobility
Beginner-friendly fitness coaching
Building confidence through progressive training

Credentials

CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach

Coach Fernando catching his breath beside the SkiErg

Coach Fernando sharing a laugh with members at the gym

Coach

Connor Newsom

Weight training · Weight loss · Nutrition coaching

Connor is a former multi-sport athlete with a passion for movement and exercise. After struggling with weight gain in his early twenties, Connor dove deep into fitness and healthy eating, developing a deep love for both cooking and training. He specializes in weight training and weight loss, having practiced as both an online and in-person health coach.

Coaching philosophy

Help people realize how much happier they become when they bring movement and proper nutrition into their lifestyle.

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If he’s not in his kitchen making cooking content or training clients at the gym, you can find Connor weightlifting, running, surfing, practicing yoga, hiking or playing rec sports in his free time. You might have even caught him on TV a few times.

Coach Connor can help you with

Nutrition and weight loss intervention
Beginner to intermediate weightlifting
Development in both endurance and strength training

Certifications

NASM CPT
First Aid, CPR and AED Certified

Accomplishments

6× marathon finisher
5× Olympic triathlon finisher
1× ultramarathon finisher

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Our coaching team

More than coaches. We’re your team.

At Ganbatte, we believe the best coaches never stop learning. We are athletes, educators, mentors and students of our craft. We understand the discipline it takes to pursue a goal, the patience required to overcome setbacks, and the value of showing up even when progress feels slow.

We don’t believe in shortcuts or chasing exhaustion for its own sake. We believe in purposeful training, movement integrity, consistency and building the capacity to do more. Above all, we believe in creating an environment where every athlete feels supported, challenged and proud of the work they put in.

Do your best. Every day.

Your goals. Our guidance.

No two athletes are the same, and your training shouldn’t be either. Whether you want to build strength, improve endurance, learn new skills, get back into consistent training or prepare for competition, our coaches will get to know you and help you build a path forward. Your journey is personal. We’re here to help you make it meaningful.

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