Coaching is personal to us. When you are a CBG athlete you are family. We take pride in getting to know you as an individual and your success is our success!
Coaching Style
At Coaching by Gator, our style is centered on personalized attention, hands-on service, and a deep commitment to helping our athletes achieve their goals. We believe that every individual has unique needs, so we tailor our approach to suit your lifestyle and aspirations. Whether you’re balancing training with family, work, or school, we work with you to optimize the time you have while delivering exceptional results.
Our philosophy is built on:
- Collaboration: We’re your partners in success, guiding you with consistent support and expert advice.
- Adaptability: We adjust your training plans to fit your schedule and ensure it aligns with your goals.
- Quality over Quantity: By carefully selecting a small number of athletes to work with, we provide an unparalleled level of focus and attention.
Annabell Holland – CEO and Founding Coach
Is a certified USA Cycling Coach and FIT Institute Bike Fitter. She specializes in track cycling and introducing women riders to racing and training on the road, track, and multi-sport. In order to ensure that each athlete receives the highest quality service and attention to achieve their goals, she accepts only a limited number of athletes. Understanding the balance required between training, family, achieving results, and working a full-time job is the cornerstone of her coaching.
A Track Supervisor at the Hellyer Park Velodrome in San Jose, CA, where she trains, runs intermediate- advanced training sessions, and teaches skills clinics. She also loves training and racing on the road, and prides herself in upgrading athletes through the USAC system and achieving personal bests.
Achievements: 11 x Masters Track National Champion, 3 x Pan American Masters Track Champion, 2 x Masters Track Worlds Bronze medalist, 2 x Masters Team Pursuit National records, and 15+ NorCal Nevada Elite and Masters State Champion.
Certifications: FIT Institute Bike Fitter, USAC Level 2 Coach, USAC Skills Instructor, & NESTA Heart Rate Specialist.
Allen Vugrincic
Is a certified USA Cycling Coach and NSPA National Sports Performance Association Strength and Conditioning Coach and founder of Changing Gears Coaching. A multiple time Masters National & State (elite) Track champion, and 2 x Track World Silver Medalists. Allen has raced semi-pro on the road and track. He is an endurance specialist with a strong criterium, gravel, and sprint background. His experience ranges from Super Week to Gravel Races.
To ensure that each athlete receives the highest quality service and attention to achieve their goals, he accepts only a limited number of athletes.
“As a coach, I strive to get to know and understand what motivates each athlete in order to create a plan for them to achieve their best athletic self. Training plans are an important component of coaching, but understanding each athlete is paramount to a successful program. Partnering with Coaching by Gator allows me “
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