Biography
Jason Roe has been working with youth, high school, college and professional athletes from a wide variety of sports since 2001. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Since becoming a member of the faculty in 2010 he has taught a variety of courses in the Exercise Science program including: Introduction to Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, Exercise Testing and Prescription and Strength and Conditioning Across the Lifespan. Jason also serves as a strength and conditioning coach to Pioneer athletics with the Men’s Basketball and Women’s Soccer teams as his primary responsibilities.
Areas of Specialization
Experience in strength and conditioning working with junior high, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes from a wide range of sports since 2001
What is your teaching style?
My goal is that my students would describe my teaching style as energetic and applied. At heart, I am a coach and I try to bring that energy for helping others be successful to the classroom while relating the material to my 15-plus years of working with athletes and individuals trying to reach their health, fitness and performance goals.
Why do you do what you do?
I teach and coach because it is fun and energizing. I get to help people achieve their personal and professional goals while discussing topics I find fascinating.
How do you make learning engaging?
I always try to deliver material through analogies, stories and real-life experiences. My aim is for us to learn deeply and laugh out loud each class.
What should students know about you?
I practice what I teach, don’t be surprised to find me lifting with you in the Van Male weight room and I love to jump into pickup basketball games when I get the chance. My wife and I have two daughters. I love coffee, fishing, campfires, talking sports and dogs.