personal trainer  /  Youth development coach

SEVE HOEKSTRA

he/him

MS, CSCS

Seve is a personal trainer and exercise physiologist with over nine years of experience in strength training and youth athletic development. He has coached high‑level high school basketball teams and works with individuals across a range of needs, including those with orthopedic considerations.

At Empower, Seve focuses on helping clients understand how their bodies respond to training through direct, evidence‑based instruction. His coaching emphasizes movement quality, appropriate loading, and consistent communication that supports steady, measurable progress.

He holds a Master’s degree in Physiology and a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA. Outside the studio, he enjoys training, reading, and exploring topics related to human performance.