MEET THE COACHES

An Arizona native and founder of Aptitude Performance, Roger brings more than 20 years of experience as an athlete, coach, and leader in the Phoenix community. He earned a B.S. in Kinesiology from Arizona State University, where he competed in track and field, and continued pursuing elite competition with the goal of reaching the 2008 Olympic Trials. Roger founded Aptitude Performance to help athletes build the strength, speed, and confidence to reach the next level. He works with clients from young athletes to professionals, as well as adults beginning or continuing their fitness journeys. Through his coaching and community leadership, he is committed to helping people grow both in sport and beyond it.

Credentials: B.S. in Kinesiology; NSCA CSCS; TPI Level 1; EXOS XPS; NASM PES; PN1.

A Phoenix native and Arizona State University graduate, Brooke Cahill brings 15 years of fitness-industry experience to Aptitude Performance. She holds a B.S. in Nutrition and is a NASM- and ACE-certified personal trainer. Passionate about the energy and confidence exercise provides, Brooke helps clients build strength, confidence, and sustainable habits. A community leader, she brings people together through fitness. She enjoys weight training and early mornings.

Coach Jordan Bishop has been part of the Aptitude Performance team for more than five years, helping athletes develop their strength, speed, and movement skills. Since beginning his coaching career in 2017, he has helped multiple athletes reach the next level, from youth sports through collegiate competition. Jordan earned a B.S. in Exercise and Wellness from Arizona State University. His certifications include NSCA, EXOS Speed Development, and NASM Personal Training and Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning. He works with athletes during both the season and the off-season, tailoring training to their goals. Outside the facility, Jordan enjoys playing golf.

Coach Jordan Elias is a Tucson native and Strength & Conditioning Coach who joined the team in 2025. He earned his B.S. in Exercise Science from Arizona State University in 2019 and works with middle school, high school, collegiate, and adult clients. Jordan specializes in strength development, speed and agility training, and long-term athletic development. He is passionate about helping clients achieve their goals while building the confidence, discipline, and resilience to become better both in and out of the gym.

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Certifications: NSCA CSCS, TPI Level 1, Certified Speed & Agility Specialist.

Cal Cronin joined the Aptitude team in 2023.  He was born and raised in Phoenix and graduated from Brophy in 2004 before attending Loyola Marymount University. After college Cal worked as a Beach Lifeguard and Paramedic in San Diego before returning to Phoenix to pursue a career in fitness.  In addition to strength training, Cal is an avid runner and boxer.  He draws on his diverse fitness background and personal experience to help guide clients of all ages toward their individual goals.

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Certifications: NASM CPT, NASM Youth Exercise Specialist, NASM Weight Loss Specialist, NASM Group Personal Training Specialist, BioForce

Certified Conditioning Coach

Naveed Shan is a physical therapist and strength and conditioning coach who has worked with athletes at every level, from youth sports to the Olympics and professional competition. He combines orthopedic rehabilitation with performance training to help clients recover, move well, and reach their goals. After serving clients at Aptitude Performance, Naveed is currently with the Oklahoma City Thunder and continues to support the Aptitude Performance as an advisor, sharing his expertise in rehabilitation and athlete development.

Brandon Andrews, physical therapist, received his bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science while playing Division I football at South Dakota State University. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Des Moines University, is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and completed a physical therapy residency eventually becoming board certified in orthopedics. Brandon has experience in evaluating and treating a variety of orthopedic and sports related injuries from youth to professional athletes