Certifications:

National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer

National Academy of Sports Medicine Performance Enhancement Specialist

National Academy of Sports Medicine Corrective Exercise Specialist

Background:

Brendan Pineda is a performance enhancement specialist, strength and conditioning coach, and skills trainer with over a decade of experience developing athletes across youth, high school, and adult populations. Originally from San Jose, California, he has built his career at the intersection of sport performance, corrective exercise, and human movement—working across disciplines including volleyball, basketball, martial arts, and strength training . As a NASM-Certified coach, Brendan has served in roles ranging from program director to performance coach, designing systems that enhance athletic output, restore movement efficiency, and build long-term durability.

His approach is shaped by both scientific application and lived athletic experience, allowing him to bridge technical precision with intuitive coaching. Brendan’s work extends beyond performance—focusing on developing confident, resilient individuals through structured training, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to long-term growth. At his core, he is driven to help people move better, perform at a higher level, and build a foundation that supports both sport and life.

Training Philosophy: 

Coaching philosophy is anchored in the understanding that performance is a human expression before it is a physical output, which is why Filipino values are not separate from my system—they are what make it effective. Kapwa establishes a shared identity between coach and athlete, creating trust, accountability, and deeper buy-in, which directly improves consistency and long-term adherence in both general fitness and high-performance settings. Pakikiramdam sharpens awareness—allowing me to read fatigue, stress, readiness, and intent beyond just metrics—so training loads, intensity, and progressions are applied with precision rather than force. Kagandahang-loob reinforces an environment rooted in respect, confidence, and intrinsic motivation, which is critical for sustainable growth and resilience. And ultimately, ginhawa represents the outcome—when movement becomes efficient, the mind is clear, and the body operates in rhythm, allowing strength, speed, and skill to express naturally. This integration of cultural philosophy with performance science ensures that training is not just effective in the short term, but sustainable, adaptive, and deeply aligned with how humans are meant to move and perform.

Specialties:

Strength Training 

Sports Performance

Corrective Exercise

Youth Training

Contact:

Phone: 408-394-4003

Email: b20pineda21@gmail.com

Instagram: @pineda._.brendan