Train Faster & Explosive. Get Stronger & Perform Better.
One of Virginia’s premier sports performance and athletic development centers. Youth, high school, college and pro athletes, and adults too.
Hard Work & Dedication = Success
Since 2011, DefyGENETICS has been dedicated to developing athletes who refuse to settle for average. Through proven strength and conditioning programs, speed development, agility training and personalized coaching, we help athletes unlock their full potential and achieve measurable results.
- Hundreds of athletes trained, from youth beginners (age 4) to professional competitors
- Athletes at every level: youth, high school, college and pro (NFL, MLB, NBA)
- Trusted by athletes, parents and teams who want measurable improvement
Training Programs
Group and individual training for sports athletes, tactical athletes (military) and athletes in the game of life. Each level has its own goals, objectives and techniques.
GetFIT
The foundation.
- Proper form and technique
- Fundamental body mechanics
- Balance and core strength
- Athleticism
- Flexibility
- Endurance
- Nutrition education
SpeedFIT
Everything in GetFIT, plus:
- Advanced speed development
- Advanced muscular training (Level 1)
- Explosive movement training
- Vertical enhancement training
- Sport specific training
- Video analysis
- Periodic assessment of speed, agility and strength
AdvancedFIT
Everything in GetFIT and SpeedFIT, plus:
- Increased intensity training
- Advanced muscular training (Level 2)
- Mentorship
- College recruitment assistance
Dedication Package
from $450
10 to 14 sessions
Success Package
from $600
15+ sessions
Day 1 starts with DefyGENETICS 101: a health assessment, goal setting, body measurements, film of your footwork and running form, and a road map to your goals. We also run speed and agility camps and team clinics at your location, and host sports theme birthday parties.
Recovery & Performance Services
VertiMax V8
Vertical jump and explosive speed training. “30 for 30”: a 30 minute workout for $30, or a 10 session punch card for $250.
RecoveryPump
Sequential compression recovery, pre or post training and games. $25 per 30 minute session, or 10 sessions for $200. By appointment.
Our Trainers
Roger Riggle
Founder · Sports Performance Coach · Army Veteran
Army Master Fitness Trainer, nine-time Army Physical Fitness Excellence Award winner, and a certified trainer since 2000. Roger played three seasons of pro football in Germany and founded DefyGENETICS in 2011.
Drake Voris
DefyGENETICS Trainer
CSCS with the NSCA, M.S. from Southeastern Oklahoma State. Played four years of college football and coaches defensive line and strength at Virginia State University.
Lauryn George
DefyGENETICS Trainer
ISSA certified personal trainer from Chesterfield. Played basketball for over 12 years and has trained at DefyG since age 11. Focuses on speed, agility, conditioning and explosiveness.
Inside DefyGENETICS
What People Say
“What can I say other than RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS! The DefyG program works and works excellently! I have seen such a change in my 15 year old son over the past couple of months since starting weekly and now twice-weekly workouts with Roger!”
“DefyGenetics is an awesome place for sports performance and individual personal training. At DefyGenetics, you will receive high integrity, very knowledgeable and dedicated trainers that will assist and guide you in your personal goals.”
“I am a long-time client that went to DefyGenetics to prepare myself for my freshmen football season at ODU. I went in the best shape of my life, and I give all the credit to Roger. DefyGenetics is for sure the way to go!”