Marques Garcia, Strength & Conditioning Specialist

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About

My name is Marques Garcia - I have been in the fitness industry for decades. I have helped many people over the years reach their goals whether they are athletes or everyday people . If you want to learn how to swim properly or get strong, be fit, even lose weight and put on lean muscle - look good and feel great, whether for a wedding or an anniversary trip or a competition, I am here to help. . My training approach is sensible and custom made for each person differently, but the focus is always on movement, core strength, and nutrition, and if your are an endurance athlete, sport specific strength, whether you are a runner, triathlete or a swimmer. I am a veteran in the health & fitness industry, and my athletic as well as my academic background help me in creating a perfect training and fitness and nutrition strategy to help you. Contact me today and you will never regret it.

Highlights

Current Top Pro

Hired 3 times

1 employee

39 years in business

Serves Bellevue , WA

Payment methods

Credit Card, Cash, Venmo, Apple Pay, Zelle

Social media

Specialties

Number of people

Individual training, Couples training

Event to prep for

No specific event, Athletic event or competition, Vacation, Wedding

Current exercise

Customer exercises 0 times per week, Customer exercises 1 – 2 times a week, Customer exercises 3 – 4 times a week, Customer exercises 5-7 times a week

Gender preference

Clients who have no gender preference, Clients who want male trainer only

Medical concerns or injuries

Back problems, Joint pain, Asthma, Other injuries or medical conditions

Age

18 – 22 years old, 23 – 30 years old, 31 – 40 years old, 41 – 50 years old, 51 – 60 years old, 61 or older

How often

Customers who want to meet once a week, Customers who want to meet 2 – 3 times a week, Customers who want to meet 4 – 7 times a week

Fitness goals

Lose weight, Get toned, Build muscle, Gain flexibility, Boost stamina and endurance

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Reviews

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Ibrahim I.

It was great to say the least!

Coming from the view point of someone who never swam in water that I couldnt stand in, I was terrified of even swimming into the deep end, even though I knew if push came to shove I could swim the bit needed to reach the edge of the pool or float on my back if needed.

From there, Marques had me diving into the deep end and swimming back up within the first week!

As an adult who is learning how to swim, one of the main concerns I had was - When I am in trouble, will this person actually be able to save me?

With Marques, who has done 50+ IronMans, I felt that safety. Its like having a mental life jacket.

After my initial 2 weeks of 5 a week lessons (where everyday felt like a milestone), I continue to take lessons from Marques (at a lower frequency) because there is just so much to learn in terms of technique. And I completely trust Marques will get me as far as I want to go.

If you havent learned how to swim, learning has been one of the most rewarding experiences. If you do end up learning, I highly recommend a master coach like Marques, who can not just push you to your limits when you need it, but can also be encouraging and kind at the same time.

January 11, 2020

•Hired on Lessons

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

I interview my clients to understand their goals, problem areas, or areas that they need my professional services to help them achieve their goals. I am a goal oriented professional, and I like tom share my approach and improvements and analysis with my clients.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

B.S. in Sport Science

Masters in Kinesiology

CSSC, NSCA

Clinical Exercise Physiologist, ACSM

Certified Swim Coach, ASCA

Certified Running Coach , USATF

Certified Triathlon Coach, IRONMAN University

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

I work with people's budget. I am accommodating and flexible. I try to be fair and keep my fees reasonable and never above market.

How did you get started teaching?

My passion for fitness spilled into my academic and professional life. I have always found myself inclined to helping others with the correct tools, including a scientific and a psychological approach to overcoming mental blockers that makes them sedentary or quit too early after starting .I combine both the academic and experience to be able to be effective.

What types of students have you worked with?

I work with people from all walks of life, from elite athletes to everyday people. I specialize in working with adults who have a target goal .

Describe a recent event you are fond of.

helping my clients liver a healthy lifestyle..

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

Be open minded and be patient. Let me help you .

What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

Ask about their qualifications and their experience.

Services offered

Swimming

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