Train With Precision. Compete With Confidence.
Evidence-based powerlifting coaching for athletes who want to squat, bench, and deadlift their absolute best — on the platform and beyond.
Built for the Platform. Ready for You.
I'm Kobe Pham — a Kinesiology graduate from San José State University and a powerlifting coach who lives and breathes the big three. After years developing athletes at every level, I know what it takes to move from the training floor to the competition platform with confidence.
My coaching philosophy is simple: individualized programming, relentless technical refinement, and a coach who shows up on meet day just as hard as you do. Whether you're chasing your first total or hunting an elite total, I design the roadmap and walk every step with you.
Coaching That Goes the Distance
Online Powerlifting Coaching
Fully remote, fully personalized. I design and deliver individualized training programs for squat, bench, and deadlift — with video form review, progressive overload planning, and weekly check-ins built in.
- Custom periodized programming
- Video technique analysis
- Weekly feedback & adjustments
- Peaking blocks for competition
Meet Day Coaching
The competition platform demands a sharp mind alongside a strong body. I handle every strategic decision so you can focus on executing — from warm-up timing to openers to third-attempt calls.
- Attempt selection strategy
- Warm-up timing & sequencing
- Real-time meet management
- Post-meet debrief & planning
Personal Training
One-on-one and small group training focused on strength, mobility, and injury prevention. Available in-person at VillaSport Athletic Club and Hyper Strength & Conditioning in the San Jose area.
- Strength & conditioning programs
- Mobility and injury prevention
- Small group sessions
- Ongoing support & motivation
The Platform Rewards Precision
"Strength is built in training. Championships are decided by the details."
Every athlete I coach gets a program built from the ground up — analyzing their movement, their history, their goals, and their competition calendar. There are no off-the-shelf templates here.
Technical development is the backbone of everything. A technically efficient squat, bench, and deadlift doesn't just move more weight — it moves weight more safely, more consistently, and with more room to grow. That's what I build.
Experience & Education
Powerlifting Coach
Axis Training Systems · RemoteOnline powerlifting coach specializing in individualized programming and technical development for squat, bench, and deadlift. Provides game day meet coaching including attempt selection, warm-up sequencing, and competition strategy.
Personal Trainer
VillaSport Athletic Club & Spa · San Jose, CADesigns and leads customized fitness programs for individual and small group clients. Specializes in strength training, mobility, and injury prevention using evidence-based methods in an inclusive environment.
Certified Personal Trainer
Hyper Strength & Conditioning, LLCCoaching and mentoring athletes through personalized strength and conditioning programs, athlete development, and ongoing fitness education.
Online Powerlifting Coach
FreelanceDesigned and delivered individualized training programs to help athletes of all levels build strength, improve technique, and reach their competitive goals — entirely online.
B.S. Kinesiology & Exercise Science
San José State UniversityConcentration in Fitness and Movement Science. Deep coursework in exercise physiology, exercise testing and prescription, biomechanics, and sport-specific performance.
Assistant Football Coach
Evergreen Valley High School · San Jose, CACoached wide receivers and safeties in positional fundamentals for the JV football team. Provided film-level analysis identifying offensive and defensive tendencies during game days.
Ready to Step on the Platform?
Whether you're a first-time competitor or a seasoned powerlifter looking to break through, let's build something that works for you. Reach out and let's talk about your goals.