Strength Union Coaches
Jordan Stanton - Owner
Jordan Stanton RN, PBC, PN1 is the owner of Strength Union Portland and Milwaukie, as well as a Powerlifting United (PLU) Judge and Meet Director. Elite powerlifter, competitive BJJ athlete, coach to multiple world champions and world record holders. Previously a critical nurse, Jordan utilizes his extensive medical knowledge to the benefits of his clients.
When not in the gym, Jordan travels the country as a dubstep producer and DJ under the EndTide brand. He believes that looking strong and being strong are awesome and worthy of pursuit.
Nick Anderson - Head Coach
Nick Anderson NASM, CPT, and Powerlifting Coach, began coaching others in 2019. Nick has coached people of all ages, men and women, and specializes in novice powerlifters, new lifters, weight loss, and physical transformation. He is an active powerlifter, competing at the National level in APF and placing best lifter in multiple local competitons. Nick currenlty competes in the APF and PLU. Nick believes that strength is key to a healthy body and a strong mind.
Austin Williams - Staff Coach
Specializing in Powerlifting and Strongman, Austin has made a name for himself in the world of strength sports by helping athletes become nationally competitive while transforming their physiques. His training philosophy emphasizes skill development in the main lifts, paired with targeted accessory work to address weak points and pack on muscle. With an elite 1703 total at 231 lbs, Austin is a nationally competitive powerlifter who lives and breathes strength sports.
Outside the gym, he values time with his family, believing the strongest athletes are those who live with a sense of purpose both on and off the platform.
Jennifer Darling - Independent Coach
Jennifer Darling is a USPA, Certified Powerlifting Coach, NASM, and Certified Nutrition Coach. For over a decade, Jennifer has made it her mission to put a barbell into the hands of as many people as she can.
Jennifer meets folks where they are and guides them to unleash their true power, strength and confidence through heavy lifting. Her programming is science based and designed to address power leaks to make you a more confident & technical lifter.
Jennifer is an active powerlifter in the community and has competed in both local and national level competitions. She believes there is a place on the platform for everyone & that strength training is truly the fountain of youth.
Outside of the gym, Jennifer loves to travel, paddle board & prioritize quality time with family and friends.
Contact info:
Email:formnfuncitonpdx@gmail.com
Website: http://formnfunctionpdx.com