We're New Hampshire's 1st Dedicated Strength & Conditioning Facility
NLP is a strength & conditioning facility. If you've never heard of that term, it means we are all degreed and licensed instructors and do this as a profession. It means that NLP is owned and operated by coaches who have worked in the professional and college sector of sports and possess the highest possible academic credentials currently available in the industry – we're the first facility to offer this, and one of very few. This also means that results are what let us keep our jobs (both previous and current), not fluff. We use this same philosophy when we work with you. If you don't get results, you leave our facility, and we go out of business.
As a consumer, you should know that the fitness & strength and conditioning industries have no minimum standard. This is very important to help protect yourself from personal injury. Any person can provide him or herself a title, weekend certification, and operate a business. At NLP, we believe this is ethically wrong. Did you know that over exertion or improper execution of physical activity can result in orthopedic (joint) injury and/or possible death? When you physically exert yourself, you are taking a risk. If you are working with an individual who is unaware of risk factors for injury, you are taking a HUGE risk. Ask yourself these questions: "Would I let a doctor prescribe me medicine if he/she has never been to medical school?" or "Would I allow someone to change the brakes on my car if they are not a qualified mechanic?" What risks are you taking when you work with an unqualified, self-titled "trainer." Your personal health…your performance…your ability to be successful? What are you doing to protect yourself?
At NLP we promote accountability both ways (both us and YOU), and we are interested in your fitness, health, and quality of living as pertaining to life. It means that the old SELL SELL SELL mentality you are probably used to at commercial gyms IS NOT our top priority. Our business is your health. And even moreso, our business does NOT grow unless you are happy and see results. But in order for us to help you, you have to let us help you by trying your best to honestly follow our professional guidance and learn/educate yourself about a healthy lifestyle. THAT'S what we're trying to do at NLP. Our relationship with you is a two-way street; we do our best to provide a customized, individually scaled program, you try hard to show up consistent, give an honest effort, and follow our professional guidance. When any of these elements are missing, the likelihood of success decreases.
If you're used to being in a fitness class where EGOs are flying around, it's a big soap opera, or it's about trying to impress others, please know that at NLP we're not interested in that. When you go to commercial gyms and private facilities you run into one of the following common scenarios:
- You're on your own, so you really don't know if you're doing things the right way or getting the best possible results for your time investment. Or you don't bother to show up to the gym because they don't care if you are there anyway.
- You're in a group fitness class that isn't individualized, and is more about social time rather than working hard and seeing results. This is typically a result of disorganization by the lead instructor/management.
- The program you participate in is lead by an individual who really has no substantial qualifications. This is where the ego contest/'1-up manship' kicks in. It's human nature to be insecure and compensate with egos when lack of knowledge exists.
- Your program addresses only a few components of fitness, but falls short in other areas, ultimately leading to plateaus, boredom, or injury. This is also detrimental to long term health, because there are 10 different components to fitness, all of which are equally important. Many people in the profession don't even know this!
At NLP we ARE interested in is helping you FOCUS on YOURSELF for each workout, and investing in your own health along with our professional care and instruction. We want to maximize the efficiency of your individual usage of time during each class to gain the best results possible. Your commitment to improvement and ability to focus during class dictates how well we can help you. If you're interested in trying out an NLP program, we allow new clients to try their first class for free. If you don't see an immediate difference based on the things above, there's no obligation to continue. So come on in, put your work hat on, don't be afraid to ask questions, and be ready to work hard every time you show up, and we promise you won't be disappointed once the program has concluded! Some of our qualifications include:
- Master's & Bachelor's Degrees in Exercise Physiology, Sport Science, & Athletic Training
- International level clinicians; we travel the world to educate other coaches
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists from the National Strength & Conditioning Association with Distinction (CSCS *D)
- Certified Health Fitness Instructors from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM HFI)
- Certified Level 2 Track Coaches from USA Track & FieldCertified USA Track & Field Instructors
- Certified in CPR through the American Heart Association
- Covered with Liability Insurance for Your Protection
- More Than 20 Years Working, Competing, & Teaching in Fitness & Sport
Bergeron is NH state director for the National Strength & Conditioning Association, strength & conditioning coach for Southern New Hampshire University Women's Basketball, and an active local writer. Bergeron previously served as the strength & conditioning coordinator for the Manchester Wolves, a professional arena2 football team, a NCAA Division I track coach and university instructor at Florida International University, a member of the NH Governors Council for Physical Fitness & Health. He holds a masters degree in exercise and sport science with a concentration in strength and conditioning and seven certifications. He is a sought-after national clinician who has presented at and directed more than 100 different clinics, events, and conferences at the local, state, regional, and national, and international level, develops educational DVDs and distance learning courses for continuing education, and is a published writer for a variety of coaching magazines and books.
Burgess is a certifed strength & conditioning coach through the National Strength & Conditioning Association and certified personal training through the American College on Exercise. He has worked as a national level clinician. At NLP he works as an instructor for the NLP Fitness Bootcamp. A native to the Nashua area, Burgess works with Nashua High School as a lacrosse coach and strength and conditioning consultant for the athletic department. He currently works as an assistant hockey coach for Alvirne High School and brings with him a comprehensive knowledge of training theory.
Meyer is the program director for the Iron Jakes Firefighter Fitness program, a certified strength and conditioning specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and has been in the fitness and strength & conditioning fields for more than 10 years. Meyer works as a firefighter for the City of Nashua Fire Rescue and the Wellness Coordinator for Auburn Fire Rescue. He is an author and contributing editor for Firehouse Magazine and a presenter at Firehouse Expo, Central, and World.Originally from the New Jersey, New York metro area, Meyer now resides in Hillsborough county.
Salce is a former All-Conference qualifier and 2-year team captain for Plymouth State University men's wrestling. He has earned a bachelor's degree in health science. Salce is an instructor with the NLP Fitness Bootcamp and resides in Manchester with his wife and two children.
