Ethan Ranger

Major: Kinesiology and Health
Company/Organization: Acceleration at Naperville Yard
Company/Organization website: https://www.trainacceleration.com
Destination: Naperville, Illinois
Timeframe: Summer 2026
Advisor/Coordinator Email: dpower@iastate.edu

Responsibilities

i.Coach group training sessions for youth (7–12), teens (13–18), and college/pro athletes ii.Deliver scheduled personal training (1-on-1 or small group) iii.Modify drills and cue/correct technique based on each athlete's skill, injury status, or readiness iv.Maintain high energy, professionalism, and positive engagement every session v.Track athlete performance, attendance, and progress in the internal system vi.Communicate athlete development updates with staff and parents when needed vii.Greet athletes and families and answer questions in person viii.Handle gym operations: manage bookings, log attendance, and monitor equipment inventory ix.Keep the facility clean and maintained

Accomplishments

Got offered a full-time position with Acceleration upon completion of my internship!

Learning experience

Every athlete has different needs. The quicker you can adapt to their particular needs, the quicker you can help them get where they want to go.

What advice would you give?

Make sure you really care about this field before you dive into it. If you're in it totally for the money, you should change majors ASAP.

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