Fitness
High performance — Beyond the classroom
At Peddie, we prioritize our students’ health and well-being. Our state-of-the-art athletic facilities, including a comprehensive fitness center and a robust strength and conditioning program, are designed to cater to all fitness levels and interests, ensuring an inclusive gym experience. Our team of skilled athletic trainers is dedicated to treating sports-related injuries and educating students on safe exercise practices. Whether you’re a dedicated student-athlete, looking to enhance your overall fitness, or enjoy morning workouts before class, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Strength and Conditioning
Under the guidance of our dedicated strength and conditioning coaches, our fitness programs are tailored to the needs of our varsity teams and individual athletes, emphasizing balance, variety and technique. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or new to exercise, our coaches work closely with you to develop personalized plans and track your progress, ensuring you get the most out of your gym sessions.
Our certified athletic trainers, supported by Peddie’s school physician, provide expert care at every Peddie game and travel with teams for away games. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including whirlpools, hydrocollators, ultrasound units, electrical stimulation units, a game-ready cryo compression unit and a LightForce Therapy Laser, our trainers specialize in injury prevention and management while educating student-athletes about preventative care and healthy habits.
Our consecutive National Athletic Trainers’ Association Safe Sports School 1st Team Awards further highlight Peddie’s ongoing commitment to its athletic training program.
I’m a strong believer in athletics as an extension of the classroom. The values we teach in athletics — teamwork, commitment, resilience — apply to every aspect of a student’s life.”
Jose Roca – Head Athletic Trainer
Jose Roca
Athletic Trainer
B.S., Castleton State College
jroca@peddie.org
609-944-7634
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Jose Roca joined Peddie in 1997 as head athletic trainer. As the liaison between the Athletics Department and the Health Center staff, he works to provide the highest quality of healthcare to all students engaged in physical activities. He is a certified athletic trainer in the state of New Jersey, which means he has earned a degree from an institution accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education, passed a comprehensive exam administered by the Board of Certification, Inc., an independent cooperation that reviews the standards of practice and continuing education requirements, is licensed by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners and pursues mandatory continuing education.Jose also teaches Community Life and serves as dorm faculty and student advisor. He and his wife, Deb (Technology Department) live on campus and have two daughters.
Michael Volkmar
Strength and Conditioning Coach
B.A., Le Moyne College
M.S., George Washington University
mvolkmar@peddie.org
609-944-7673
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Mike Volkmar has served as the strength and conditioning coach at Peddie since 2009. Volkmar received his master’s degree in exercise science with a specialization in exercise, nutrition, and eating behavior from George Washington University. He worked for three years as the strength and conditioning coach at GWU, first with the Single A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, and later with the Double A affiliate of the Washington Nationals. He spent one year at the International Performance Institute of IMG Academies in Florida before becoming the director of strength and conditioning at the APEX Academies. Volkmar has advanced specialty certifications (CSCS, PES, CPT) in strength and conditioning, post-rehab exercise, athletic development and sports medicine. He is the author of three books written specifically for the high school athlete.
Kyle Ocampo
Assistant Athletic Trainer
kocampo@peddie.org
609-944-7655
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