Chapin W. Johnston
Mesa
Summary
Dedicated fitness and sports professional with extensive experience in planning, managing, and administering comprehensive year-round programs, developed during military service. Currently engaged with junior high and high school student-athletes, providing support to both junior and varsity sports teams. Equipped with foundational education in teaching, exercise safety, and equipment management. Passionate about empowering students to achieve physical fitness goals while enhancing overall health and well-being.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Wrestling Coach
Summit Academy Junior High School
Chandler, AZ
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Achieved first Mesa City Wrestling Championship in school history in 2023, demonstrating significant improvement from last place to first within three years.
- Instructed 40 first-year wrestlers in foundational and advanced wrestling techniques.
- Designed and implemented personalized practice plans, workouts, and drills to enhance athlete performance. Led educational sessions for parents to foster a supportive sports environment. Coordinated transportation arrangements and oversaw setup and breakdown for six home matches.
Head Junior Varsity Wrestling Coach
Dobson High School
Mesa, AZ
09.2018 - 03.2025
- Developed and implemented training sessions focused on essential and advanced wrestling skills for high school athletes.
- Drove team performance to an average increase of 4 victories each season during initial 3 years, fostering an environment that produced two state champions, 13 state placers, and 54 state qualifiers.
- Supported head coach in instructing student athletes and facilitating effective communication with administration and parents.
Fitness Section Chief (E-7)
627th Force Support Squadron
JB Lewis-McChord, WA
06.2014 - 11.2017
- Directed a team of 10 employees, maintaining operational excellence in a $11 million fitness center.
- Executed comprehensive training programs focused on individual health risk appraisals, fitness assessments, and proper exercise techniques for optimal equipment usage.
- Documented and assessed training processes to maintain high standards of staff proficiency and operational effectiveness.
Fitness Superintendent (E-6)
99th Force Support Squadron
Nellis AFB, NV
08.2007 - 05.2014
- Directed a team of 24 staff members, maintaining high standards of operation and upkeep for a $25M fitness facility.
- Achieved over 200 hours of impactful personal and group fitness training. Enabled one trainee to excel in a competitive MMA bout.
- Achieved successful implementation of facility upgrades and a strategic 5-year equipment replacement plan. Managed an annual budget of $122k while conducting thorough program evaluations and optimizing financial and physical resources for fitness and sports initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Sport Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Health Sciences
American Military University
Charles Town, WV01-2021
Associate degree - Hospitality & Fitness Management
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2016
Skills
- Event coordination
- Effective parent communication
- Proficient in conflict management
- Supportive leadership style
- Competency assessments
- Learning facilitation
- Team development skills
- Risk management expertise
- Leadership coaching
- Strategic task management
Certification
Teachers of Tomorrow Preparation Program
First Aid & CPR
Timeline
Head Wrestling Coach
Summit Academy Junior High School
08.2021 - 08.2025
Head Junior Varsity Wrestling Coach
Dobson High School
09.2018 - 03.2025
Fitness Section Chief (E-7)
627th Force Support Squadron
06.2014 - 11.2017
Fitness Superintendent (E-6)
99th Force Support Squadron
08.2007 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Health Sciences
American Military University
Associate degree - Hospitality & Fitness Management
Community College of the Air Force
Master of Science - Sport Management
American Military University