Direct Action Athletics, llc

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About Us

Mission

Dean Bennett; Owner, Head Coach

Dean Bennett; Owner, Head Coach

To provide our members with quality training intent on improving their strength, conditioning, mobility, and health for longevity.

Dean Bennett; Owner, Head Coach

Dean Bennett; Owner, Head Coach

Dean Bennett; Owner, Head Coach

Dean was a multi-sport athlete in football, track, basketball, and wrestling. After high school, he joined the Marine Corps where his passion for fitness continued.


After the Marines, he attended Arizona State University and graduated with a Bachelor's in Exercise and Wellness.


Coaching since 2017, with a concentration in Sports Performance

Dean was a multi-sport athlete in football, track, basketball, and wrestling. After high school, he joined the Marine Corps where his passion for fitness continued.


After the Marines, he attended Arizona State University and graduated with a Bachelor's in Exercise and Wellness.


Coaching since 2017, with a concentration in Sports Performance, he has trained NFL players,  jiu-jitsu competitors,  physique competitors, a world record holding through-hiker, and many high school and CrossFit athletes.


Currently holds certifications in:

- B.S. Exercise and Wellness

- Strength & Conditioning 

- Tactical Strength & Conditioning

- Corrective Exercise Specialist

- CrossFit Level 2

- Kettlebell Level 1

- Personal Training

- Nutrition Level 1

Enrique Baker; Assistant Coach

Dean Bennett; Owner, Head Coach

Enrique Baker; Assistant Coach

Enrique was a multi-sport athlete in football and track. After high school, he went to North Carolina Wesleyan College and played football where his passion for fitness continued.


After attending NCWC, he earned his Personal Trainer and Active Life Programming L2 certificates.


Coaching since 2021, with a concentration in Injury and Chronic 

Enrique was a multi-sport athlete in football and track. After high school, he went to North Carolina Wesleyan College and played football where his passion for fitness continued.


After attending NCWC, he earned his Personal Trainer and Active Life Programming L2 certificates.


Coaching since 2021, with a concentration in Injury and Chronic Pain Rehabilitation, as well as Gymnastics and Olympic lifting. He has helped numerous people conquer pain and get back to an active lifestyle.


Currently holds certifications in:

- Strength and Conditioning

-  Personal Training

- Active Life Programming Level 2

Sam Franklin; Personal Trainer

Sam Franklin; Personal Trainer

Enrique Baker; Assistant Coach

Sam was a multi-sport athlete in track and basketball. Since high school, he has been continuing his passion for fitness.


Currently attending Maryville University, pursuing a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science, with a Concentration in Strength and Conditioning.


Coaching since 2020, with a focus on Sports Performance, he has helped develop numer

Sam was a multi-sport athlete in track and basketball. Since high school, he has been continuing his passion for fitness.


Currently attending Maryville University, pursuing a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science, with a Concentration in Strength and Conditioning.


Coaching since 2020, with a focus on Sports Performance, he has helped develop numerous high school and collegiate level athletes in multiple facets specific to their sports.


Currently holds certifications in: 

- Personal Training

- Performance Enhancement Specialist

-  Sprint Coach Certified

Services Offered

Sam Franklin; Personal Trainer

Services Offered

- Performance Group Classes

- Sports Performance

- Personal Training

-  Small Group Training

- Strength & Conditioning

- Tactical Conditioning

- Remote Training

- Recovery Room

- Open Gym

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