OUR STORY
Blaze Sports Performance started in 2016 as a private strength and conditioning facility dedicated to helping athletes reach their full potential. Athletics have always been at the heart of what we do, and we strive to be the best coaches we can to help each and every person whom we serve.
At Blaze Sports Performance, we started our business to provide a space where people can leave behind their challenges and focus on growing as individuals, reaching their full potential, and becoming the best versions of themselves.
While we work hard to provide value to every member, they’ve given us more than we ever could have imagined. We challenge them to push beyond their limits, and in turn, they’ve challenged us to become the best coaches, business owners, friends, and mentors we can be. What began as a place where we aimed to teach and help others grow has, in return, allowed us to learn and grow alongside each and every one of them.
Our Founder
Nate Blazevich - President, Owner, & Founder
Nate Blazevich is the President, Owner, and Founder of Blaze Sports Performance, where he brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for optimizing performance to help individuals reach their fitness goals. Nate holds a Master of Science in Health and Physical Activity from The University of Pittsburgh and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Thiel College. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Nate’s career began as a Strength & Conditioning intern at The University of Pittsburgh, where he worked closely with the Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams under the guidance of Tim Beltz. He later became a Strength & Conditioning Coach at Pitt, where he worked with a diverse range of teams including Baseball, Softball, Wrestling, Track & Field, Men’s Soccer, Swimming & Diving, Cross Country, Tennis, Volleyball, and Women’s Soccer.
As the former Performance Director at the Parisi Speed School at Galaxy Fitness in Irwin, PA, Nate doubled the facility’s revenue and trained their first NFL Combine athlete. He also helped more than 100 collegiate athletes achieve their performance goals. His experience spans multiple levels, including collegiate, high school, and youth athletics, as well as work with local high schools, travel teams, and recreational organizations. Today, has amassed over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry and trained over 1000 athletes.
While Nate has extensive experience working with athletes, his services at Blaze Sports Performance aren’t just limited to athletes. He is dedicated to helping anyone, whether a beginner or an experienced fitness enthusiast, achieve their personal fitness goals. With personalized training programs tailored to each individual, Nate is committed to helping clients push their limits and reach their full potential, no matter their background or fitness level.
"The staff at Blaze Sports Performance was top notch and all of the student athletes were pushed to perform their best while maintaining a safe level of training that led to improved performance & no injuries. If you are looking for Sports Performance done the right way, this is your go to"
Nelson Cooper - Pittsburgh Hardball Academy
