Meet the Coaches

A native of Georgia, Scott Flynn has been passionate about sports since high school, where he played varsity basketball, tennis, football, and soccer. He became a “D” licensed soccer coach and has coached for 15+ years at the club level. His interests in endurance sports and exercise science have led him into triathlon, where he has completed just under 100 events from sprint to full-ironman distance. Some of his accomplishments: named an All-American from 2013-2016 by USA Triathlon, placed in the top 5% of all finishers in Ironman Chattanooga 2016, and was invited to compete in the Xterra World Championship in Maui in 2021. He has coached experienced and beginner triathletes for nearly a decade, with many of them making podium appearances and receiving invitations to the USAT National Championships. He holds certifications as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Clinical Exercise Physiologist.

Martin Dietze-Hermosa Ph.D., CSCS, *D, USAW, PES, FMS was born in Montréal, Canada. His passion for health and fitness led him to earn a Bachelor's in Exercise Physiology from BYU-Idaho, a Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science from the University of Utah, and a doctorate in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences from the University of Texas at El Paso. He has various certifications in strength and conditioning, health, and human performance. He is currently a part of the BYU-Idaho faculty in its Exercise Physiology program.
Dr. DH has completed extensive research in sports performance, sprint training, and the relationship between aging and exercise. He has presented research on strength and conditioning at multiple conferences and published several scientific papers on sports performance in peer-review journals.
While living in Texas, Dr. DH oversaw a youth strength and conditioning camp that focused on speed and agility training. The camp attracted over 150 field-based and court-based athletes. In Rexburg, he developed and supervised performance testing and training for a youth ice hockey team that won the state championship in their division.
Dr. DH loves sports. He had played competitive high school ice hockey, volleyball, and soccer. He has also coached ice hockey and soccer.

Leo was born and raised in Uruguay until the age of 7. He grew up playing many different sports such as soccer, football, basketball, golf, track and field, and powerlifting. His passion for sports and fitness led him to pursue a degree in Exercise Physiology. He finds great joy in helping others reach their personal fitness goals and helping them understand their strengths and capabilities. His passion for soccer led him to become a coach in the Strength and Conditioning program where he looks forward to inspiring and helping the youth reach their full potential through hard work and dedication!

Savanna is a senior at BYU-Idaho, majoring in Exercise Physiology with a minor in Nutrition. She is a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor, currently working at Club Apple. During high school, she competed in tennis, soccer, and track, which sparked her interest in understanding the human body and optimizing athletic performance. Savanna gained valuable experience working alongside her high school athletic trainer, focusing on injury prevention and recovery for student-athletes. Now focused on specializing in strength and conditioning as well as weight management, she is committed to helping this year’s athletes reach their full potential.

Elijah has a lifelong passion for improving physical performance. Originally from a small town in British Columbia, Canada, Elijah developed an early interest in physical activity, from skiing in the winter to boating in the summer. His high school years were shaped by a commitment to basketball and volleyball, which laid the foundation for his diverse athletic background.
Now pursuing a degree in Exercise Physiology at BYU-Idaho, Elijah works as a personal trainer at the university’s wellness center, where he helps clients reach their fitness goals through tailored training programs. His approach focuses on teaching proper movement patterns, improving technique, and enhancing overall performance. Whether working on strength, agility, or resilience, Elijah is dedicated to helping athletes and fitness enthusiasts maximize their potential with efficiency and precision.

Nick is a local from Parker, Idaho, and attended South Fremont High School. Growing up, he played sports year-round, including football, cross country, basketball, and track and field. During high school, he competed in track and field at the state meet for three consecutive years, placing 4th in the 300m hurdles, 110m hurdles, and triple jump in his senior year.

After returning from serving a mission, Nick has been coaching at his local high school for three seasons in both track and cross country. He’s coached high jump, long jump, and triple jump, helping athletes reach the state meet and reaching their goals. His contributions to the cross-country team led to the boys’ team winning their first-ever state title in 2023.

Currently, a senior excited to finish his degree in Exercise Physiology in December 2025, Nick plans to become CSCS certified and pursue graduate studies in Physical Therapy and Athletic Training to help a diverse range of people in the future.

Nick is passionate about sports and dedicated to helping athletes succeed on and off the field! He's a coach for you!

Keaton was born in Rexburg, Idaho, and raised as a military brat, experiencing life through Colorado, Arizona, Texas, and Kansas. Keaton’s passion for athletics began early, playing a variety of sports throughout his youth, with a primary focus on football and weightlifting in high school. Now pursuing a career in strength and conditioning, Keaton is dedicated to helping athletes improve their speed, strength, and overall performance. He believes in pushing athletes beyond their perceived limits while fostering discipline, confidence, and a strong work ethic. Keaton enjoys working with athletes of all levels and is passionate about creating a positive and high-energy training environment. Outside of coaching, Keaton loves spending time with family, playing sports, and competing in games. Keaton is excited to help athletes unlock their full potential and achieve success both on and off the field.

Matt grew up in Danville, California, where his love for sports and fitness began at an early age. He was actively involved in a range of activities in his younger years, including basketball, wrestling, skiing, and varsity diving. In high school, Matt discovered a love for gymnastics and began coaching in his hometown. He took his first sports medicine classes in high school as well, which deepened his passion for strength training, sports performance, and rehabilitation. Matt has since gained over five years of experience coaching and mentoring athletes of all ages. 
Currently studying Exercise Physiology at BYU-Idaho, Matt is working toward earning his Personal Training certification. His long-term goal is to own his own gym and establish a career as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, helping individuals reach their peak performance. For Matt, the greatest reward is seeing the joy in someone’s eyes when they first achieve something they never thought possible.

Conlan grew up in South Carolina playing sports and working out. In High School he played lacrosse and football where he gained a passion for physical exercise. With this passion he is majoring in Exercise Physiology and will later attend grad school for PT. He enjoys helping people find this same passion in order to have a healthier lifestyle and to perform better in their everyday lives.

James was born in Topeka, Kansas, and developed a deep passion for sports from a young age. He enjoyed a variety of sports, including soccer, basketball, football, and swimming.

James excelled in swimming, setting a state record in Kansas and earning a spot on the Junior National Team, where he discovered his love for high-level training.
Growing up, James also had the opportunity to work with a personal trainer, experiencing firsthand the impact of focused training on vertical leap, speed, and agility. This inspired him to pursue a career in fitness and training.

Currently, James serves as a lead trainer at the Wellness Center at BYU-Idaho, where he mentors other trainers on how to effectively help clients achieve their physical goals. He is studying Exercise Physiology with plans to attend graduate school and earn a degree in Sport Performance. James is passionate about helping others unlock their full potential and is excited to guide you on your journey to becoming a better athlete!

Avory is from Alpine, Utah, where she played varsity soccer in high school, captained the team, and led them to a state championship in her senior year. With 20 years of soccer experience, including international play in Bolivia and making the roster for a Division I collegiate team at
Utah Valley University, Avory has developed a love for helping athletes reach high performance levels, including collegiate play.

She is currently studying Exercise Physiology with the desire to pursue a Master's in Sports Psychology and Kinesiology. Avory has coached women's high school soccer at Lone Peak High School, a 6A institution, and is now a dedicated personal soccer and speed & agility trainer. She specializes in defensive and offensive tactics, mental strength, and ball movement. Her passion shines through her commitment to helping athletes achieve their goals and realize their full potential.