Jason Kacena
548 Galsworthy St. • Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 310-743-4513 • jkacena7@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS
• Participated in undergrad soccer research study for class project (Adv. Biomechanics) analyzing kinetic and kinematic data
• Participated as subject and researcher in VO2 max test, as well as several undergrad labs for physiology, anatomy, and
biomechanics
• Knowledge of skeletal system, muscles & movements, and application to strength and conditioning programs
• Registered SWACSM member since November 2012, and participated in poster presentation at the 2013 meeting in Newport, CA
• 2 years experience training children and young adults for athletics
• Passionate about my work, and eager to continue learning and developing my craft.
• Proactive, people friendly, and detail-oriented.
EDUCATION:
Loyola High School; Los Angeles, CA
High School Diploma, 2010 GPA: 3.5
California Lutheran University 2010-2014; Thousand Oaks, CA
B.S Degree in Exercise Science with an Emphasis in Health Professions, May 2014 GPA: 3.40
NASM CPT; American Red Cross CPR certified
UNDERGRADUTE COURSEWORK:
Functional Anatomy & Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Intro to Exercise Science, Mech.& Thermodynamics-Algebra,
General and Abnormal Psychology, Stats and Research Methods in Exercise Science, Biology, Advanced and General Biomechanics,
General Chemistry, Exercise Prescription, Nutrition, Advanced Exercise Physiology, Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries, NSCA
Strength and Conditioning, Capstone Research Study
WORK EXPERIENCE
Founder, Crossover Performance and Fitness May 2014 - Current
• Plan and design workout sessions for individual clients, athletic teams, or small groups
• Administer assessment tests to record baseline measurements of aerobic and anaerobic capability and performance
• Provide nutrition tips and information regarding good health and well-being
• Trained youth / high school teams such as Thousand Oaks High Girl’s Volleyball (Apr. 2015 – Current), VC Elite Girl’s
Basketball (Mar. 2015 – Current), Conejo Royals Baseball Club (June 2014 – Dec. 2014)
• We provide the tools and support for crossing over to healthy and strong lifestyle!
Thousand Oaks High School Girl’s Varsity Asst. Basketball Coach Sept. 2015 - Current
• Planned practice sessions to teach fundamental skills, game situation concepts and sets, as well as life
lessons to apply outside of sport.
• Performed head coaching duties for Girl’s Frosh / Soph. team throughout pre-season and regular season.
Sports Performance Coach Feb. 2015 – Current
Sports West Performance Kids, Westlake Village, CA
• Provide coaching and teaching during youth strength and conditioning classes
• Assess new clients through SWK assessment protocol
• Supervise youth athletes during cardiovascular training on treadmills
Biggest Loser Health Coach, California Lutheran University Wellness Program Feb. 2014 – Apr. 2014
• Tracked Physical Fitness improvement over ten-week span
• Organized and presented weekly lesson plans to offer tips and advice to developing healthy habits
• Led team hikes, bike rides, and other fitness activities
Recreational Sports Intern, California Lutheran University; Thousand Oaks, CA Sept. 2011 - May 2014
• Prepared rules, schedules, and organized team rosters
• Conducted team captains and officials meetings, and supervised all Intramural sporting events
• Responded to student emails, concerns, or suggestions involving Rec. Sports

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
PT Volunteer, Select Physical Therapy; Los Angeles, CA Summer 2011 & 2012
• Assisted in bagging ice for patients
• Shadowed ATC’s and Assistants while working with patients
• Applied ice and heat packs to patients
• Was often tested on how to properly assist patients’ needs
Non-Profit Assistant
Habitat for Humanity; Los Angeles, CA 2008-2010
• Volunteered 150+ hours building and restoring homes in low-income neighborhoods
• Participated in housing project where we built 6 duplexes
• Team leader for cutting wood and nailing dry wall up
AYSO VIP Buddy Program; Westchester, CA 2005-2009
• Volunteered to help players with special needs play soccer in tournaments, and around my neighborhood
• Assisted in running practices
REFERENCES
• Dr. Michele LeBlanc – Professor of Exercise Science, California Lutheran University (805) 493-3276
mleblanc@callutheran.edu
• Jeff Howard – Founder of Sports West Performance Kids (805) 607-7771
• Anthony Goodman – Founder of Ink Fiends Clothing (951) 347-2274
• Chris Benton – Head Coach Thousand Oaks High School Girl’s Basketball (805) 501-8773