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Meet the board
Sean
Broda
President &
Head Coach
Sean brings years of expertise in Olympic weightlifting, youth athletic development, and strength training to athletes of all levels. He has coached a diverse range of individuals, from beginners to national competitors, with a focus on breaking barriers and unlocking potential. Whether on the platform or in life, Sean is dedicated to helping athletes achieve their goals and build strength that lasts.
Sarah
knowlton
Vice President &
Assistant Coach
Sarah is a Health Promotion Specialist for the military. Sarah holds her USA Weightlifting Level 2 certification. She specializes in Olympic weightlifting for youth where she has coached athletes seeking to supplement their sports training and those who have competed on the national stage.
Aubrey
Raymond
Athlete Representative
Aubrey is a health educator for the military and has experience in personal training and CrossFit/Functional fitness. Aubrey has been Olympic Weightlifting for a year and a half and qualified for Master's Nationals and Worlds. As an Athlete Rep, Aubrey hopes to bridge gaps between athletes, coaches and board members so that weightlifting can be a safe and enjoyable sport for everyone involved. Aubrey strives to give athletes a voice, so they can advocate for themselves and reach their true potential.
River
Dressler
Treasurer
River is a Bank Examiner for the SC Board of Financial Institutions. In his role as Treasurer, he will use his experience from auditing state-chartered banks to assist with the financial oversight of Powerhouse Functional Fitness. River picked up weightlifting as a freshman in college and has been involved in the sport over since. His weightlifting competition highlights include qualifying for Junior and U25 nationals, placing first in the Carolina WSO Championship in the Junior 96kg class, and being best male lifter at the Soda City Classic.
Emma
Madsen
Director of Marketing
Emma recently graduated from the University of South Carolina and is building her career in marketing. Based in Columbia, she works as a marketing intern while also taking on freelance projects in advertising, marketing, and website design. As the Director of Marketing for Powerhouse Functional Fitness, Emma is excited to grow her skills and help the business thrive. She’s passionate about creative marketing strategies and looks forward to seeing Powerhouse reach new heights.
Meet the staff
Rebecca
Turner
Strength & Conditioning
Coach
Rebecca has several years of experience in Strength and Conditioning from being a collegiate cheerleader participating in team lifts to being a graduate assistant Strength Coach. She has a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science on top of her experience coaching within the weight room. Throughout the last 4 years, she gained experience by creating pre-season, in-season, and post-season programs for collegiate athletes focusing on developing power, strength, and preventing injury. She has also worked with youth athletes by focusing on developing age-appropriate strength training, power training and skill development to enhance a well-rounded, disciplined, and goal-driven athlete.
Cheyenne
godby
Mental Performance
Coach
As a Mental Performance Coach with a Masters in Sport & Performance Psychology, Cheyenne brings a unique blend of expertise to the table. With a proven track record of success in training thousands of Army soldiers and coaching Olympic weightlifters, Cheyenne understands the demands of high-pressure environments. As a certified USA Weightlifting Level 1 coach and an avid weightlifter herself, Cheyenne leverages her own experience to connect with athletes on a deeper level. Her approachability and use of humor fosters a relaxed and supportive learning environment, enabling athletes to unlock their full potential. Cheyenne is passionate about helping individuals and teams achieve peak performance through personalized strategies and a focus on continuous growth.
