Andrew Dela Cruz – Owner/Head Coach
Andrew is the owner and head coach of XIOS Strength & Conditioning. He coaches all in-house athletes supporting them in their quests to reach personal and professional goals. His training methods towards collegiate and competitive national multi-sport events. He supports athletes and their families, networking with coaches nationally to support their journeys to college athletics. To date, our athletes have received 40 scholarships collectively, across numerous sports.
Andrew is an industry-leading personal trainer with over 10+ years of experience servicing 1:1 clients, group training, and Fortune 500 corporate clients at companies such as Intuit and Adobe. His unwavering passion for helping his clients and athletes makes him one of the most sought-after trainers and coaches in the Bay Area.
His credentials and accomplishments include:
– Bay Area Panthers Strength & Conditioning Coach, IFL 2023 National Champions
– NCAA Div. II Athlete, NDNU, Cross Country/Track & Field
– Wolfpack Running Club Record Holder, Shot Put/Discus/Javelin/Decathlon
– Thumbtack Featured Trainer, March 2014
– Nominated Life Fitness Personal Trainer to Watch, 2014
Certifications:
– AA, Advanced Personal Training & Exercise Science
– BS, Kinesiology
– NASM: CPT, CES, PES, FNS
– USAW: Certified Weightlifting Coach (National)
– EXOS Performance Specialist
– ISSA: Certified Personal Trainer
– NASE: Certified Speed Specialist (CSS) (Level 1)
– U.S. Paralympic Track & Field Coach (Level 1)
E-mail: coachandrew@xiosfitness.com
Crystal Dela Cruz – Operations/Program Manager
Crystal is a dynamic individual whose journey weaves through diverse fields, bringing a wealth of experience to her role at XIOS. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies and Journalism from San Jose State University in 2011, setting the stage for her multifaceted career.
Her professional journey began with three impactful years at Access Growth, LLC, where she honed her Client Services and Management skills. In this role, Crystal adeptly managed facilities and oversaw the operations of over 60 start-up companies, showcasing her knack for organization and management.
Crystal’s venture into the fitness industry was sparked during her tenure managing City Sports Club facilities in San Jose. The vibrant fitness community left an indelible mark, inspiring her to carve her niche in the wellness space. In 2013, Crystal took the entrepreneurial leap, opening and operating her own meal prep and online coaching company until 2015.
Motivated by the incredible athletes at XIOS, Crystal expanded her horizons, transitioning to training as a Figure competitor in the world of bodybuilding. Undeterred by the challenges of COVID, she dedicated a year to intensive training, leading to her debut at the NPC competition in December 2020. Her story is featured in Health & Well Being Magazine South Santa Clara Valley & San Benito County 2021.pdf. She has since transitioned to the Wellness division and will compete again in 2024.
Now, a certified life and mindset coach, Crystal passionately supports athletes and clients in pursuing their purpose with confidence. Her journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and an unwavering commitment to personal growth.
E-mail: admin@xiosfitness.com
Ashley Dela Cruz – Marketing Assistant
Ashley Dela Cruz is a recent graduate from Sonoma State University and is one-half of our marketing team. She studied Psychology and Business while at SSU and is hoping to grow the XIOS community. She has a background in competitive dance and grew up playing soccer and volleyball. While still trying to figure out what she’s going to pursue, she’s excited to work alongside Andrew, Crystal, and the XIOS team to create a huge platform for the gym.
Samantha Dela Cruz – Marketing Assistant
Samantha is a graduate of the University of Portland with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with minors in Psychology and Political Science. Growing up, Samantha was involved in soccer, volleyball, and dance. Now, Samantha is involved in leadership, nursing, and most importantly, marketing for XIOS. She makes up the other half of the XIOS marketing team and is excited to see where the business will grow while working alongside Andrew, Crystal, and Ashley!