Education
M.Ed, Applied Kinesiology (University of Minnesota, 2012)
B.S., Physical Education, Bible (Pillsbury Baptist Bible College, 2003)
Certifications
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist- NSCA
Teaching/ Coaching Experience
- Gilead Christian Academy- Assistant Baseball Coach (2003)
- Macon Road Baptist School- Physical Education Teacher, Soccer, Baseball Coach (2004-2009)
- University of Minnesota-Strength and Conditioning Volunteer Intern Coach (2011-2013)
- Centennial Hockey- Strength and Conditioning Coach (2012-2014)
- 1st Athlete- Assistant Director of Performance (2011-2014)
- Gillette Wild Hockey- Strength and Conditioning Coach (2014-2017)
- Andrews Hockey Growth Programs- Strength and Conditioning Coach (2017)
- Velocity Hockey Performance- Strength and Conditioning Coach (2018-2019)
- Athlos Academy of St. Cloud- Physical Education Teacher (2018-2019)
- FAST Athletics- Athletic Performance Specialist (2018-2023)
- Heritage Christian Academy- Physical Education and Bible Teacher (2021-2024)
- Osseo Maple Grove Hockey Association- Assistant Coach (2018-2024)
Playing Experience
Pillsbury Baptist Bible College (NCCAA DII) - Soccer and Baseball (1999-2002)
About
Since graduation from Pillsbury in 2003 Jodi has been on a journey that has provided him many opportunities in the field of Physical Education, Athletics, and Strength and Conditioning. As a physical education teacher and coach, Jodi’s passion for strength and conditioning grew deeper. He then furthered his knowledge by earning a masters degree in Kinesiology at the University of Minnesota and gained valuable practical experience as a strength and conditioning intern coach with numerous collegiate teams on campus. After graduation from the university of Minnesota, Jodi became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the NSCA and continued working with a variety of athletes, both in school and team settings, as well as private training facilities. In 2018 Jodi returned to teaching Physical Education in combination with strength and conditioning coaching. Jodi has been involved in teaching and coaching in the world of physical education, athletics and strength and conditioning for over twenty years and has had the opportunity to work with many pro, collegiate and youth athletes. Â
Contact
jodi.faithfull@mbu.edu
