"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. — Joshua 1:9
— 1-on-1 & Group Calisthenics Training with Mark Valeriote —
Train Hard.
Trust God.
The world is in the palm of your hands. Push past your limits, build relentless strength, and forge an unbreakable mindset with elite training from Beast Games competitor Mark Valeriote.
What We Do
Personal Training Redefined
Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to break through your personal bests, our programming is designed to build you up stronger — one focused session at a time.
Strength & Power
Master the fundamentals of lifting. Build raw strength, increase muscle mass, and develop the explosive power needed to dominate your daily challenges.
Elite Conditioning
Push your cardiovascular limits. High-intensity routines designed to incinerate fat, boost endurance, and give you the stamina of a top-tier competitor.
Goal Setting
Training is only half the battle. We sit down, map out your precise objectives, and create a clear, uncompromising roadmap to ensure you achieve them.
Calisthenics Training
Book private 1-on-1 sessions or join group calisthenics workouts with Mark Valeriote in Clovis, CA. Master bodyweight strength, mobility, and control. Sessions available 6:00 AM — 8:00 PM.
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Stop waiting. Stop wishing. The only way out is through. Fill out the intake form and take the first step toward the strongest version of yourself.
Start Your JourneyNo Excuses — No Shortcuts — Just Results
The world is in the palm of your hands.
Discipline equals freedom. Carry your cross daily.
Meet The Man — This Is Mark Valeriote
This Is Mark Valeriote.
This is my testimony—where I came from, how I got here, and why I do what I do.
Before — 2016
Where It Started
Chapter One
The Kid Who Refused To Stay The Same
My fitness journey didn't begin in a gym—it started as a 15-year-old kid who weighed over 200 pounds, spent most of his free time playing video games, and knew something had to change. In 2016, I discovered calisthenics, and it completely transformed my life. Through bodyweight training, consistent hard work, and learning how to eat the right foods—without relying on supplements—I lost over 35 pounds and built a level of strength, athleticism, and confidence I never thought was possible.
Over the next 10 years, calisthenics became more than just a workout; it became a lifestyle. That dedication allowed me to develop advanced skills like the full planche, one-arm handstand, front lever, and elite weighted calisthenics strength while competing at a high level in freestyle competitions across the United States, Ecuador, and Mexico. Along the way, I earned victories in freestyle competitions and continued pushing my limits as an athlete.
As my experience grew, so did my passion for helping others. I spent five years coaching athletes of all ages at The Playground Ninja, Parkour & Calisthenics Gym, where I taught everyone from complete beginners to advanced competitors. Today, I coach clients in person at Doc's Gym while also helping people around the world through online coaching. My background includes certifications in biomechanics, sports performance, and movement assessment, allowing me to combine real-world athletic experience with science-backed coaching.
Outside of coaching, my greatest accomplishments are my family. I married my wife in 2022, and in 2024 we welcomed our first daughter into the world, giving me an even greater purpose behind everything I do. Those experiences reinforced a lesson I've learned throughout my life: ordinary people are capable of extraordinary things when they're given the right guidance and refuse to quit.
Chapter Two
Passing The Torch.
As my experience grew, so did my passion for helping others. I spent five years coaching athletes of all ages at The Playground Ninja, Parkour & Calisthenics Gym, where I taught everyone from complete beginners to advanced competitors. Today, I coach clients in person at Doc's Gym while also helping people around the world through online coaching.
My background includes certifications in biomechanics, sports performance, and movement assessment, allowing me to combine real-world athletic experience with science-backed coaching. Whether your goal is losing weight, building muscle, mastering calisthenics skills, improving sports performance, recovering from injury, or simply becoming healthier, my mission is to create a personalized plan that gets you there efficiently and safely.
Chapter Three
Family, Faith & Beast Games
Outside of coaching, my greatest accomplishments are my family. I married my wife in 2022, and in 2024 we welcomed our first daughter into the world, giving me an even greater purpose behind everything I do. I also had the opportunity to compete on Beast Games Season 2, where I advanced deep into the competition and proved myself among some of the strongest competitors in the world.
Those experiences reinforced a lesson I've learned throughout my life: ordinary people are capable of extraordinary things when they're given the right guidance and refuse to quit. That's exactly what I want to provide for every client I work with.
Whether your dream is to lose your first 20 pounds, perform your first pull-up, master elite calisthenics skills, compete at a high level, or simply become the strongest and healthiest version of yourself, I'm here to help you build the same confidence, discipline, and results that transformed my own life.
Now — Beast Games S2
Where It's Going
35+
Pounds Lost
10
Years Training
3
Countries Competed
S2
Beast Games
Headquarters
Find Your
Strength
Located in the heart of Clovis, CA. Our facility is fully equipped to handle everything from fundamental strength training to elite Beast Games-level conditioning.
Training Hours
- Mon — Thu 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sat — Sun By Appointment
This is
Mark Valeriote
CA
Push-ups
"Pain is temporary.
Quitting lasts forever.
Choose your suffering."
From The Blog
Dive deeper into the mindset, methods, and movement that fuel elite performance.
Words that fuel
the fight
Scripture that sharpens the body, mind, and spirit. Train with purpose. Live with conviction.
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another."
"Blessings follow those who obey."
A promise of abundance, strength, and victory for those who walk in discipline and obedience. The blueprint for a life set apart.
Real Results
Hear from the individuals who trusted the process, embraced the grind, and transformed their lives.
"Mark has been amazing to train with. He customizes it to fit you and sets you up for success. I've lost almost 50 lbs in the 4 months I've been training with him. You need to reach out to this guy because he will change your life."
"Mark has changed my life. He has transformed more than my body. He transformed my thinking about what was possible. I lost 30 pounds in 90 days and continue to improve each day. Mark is patient but pushes you beyond what you think you're capable of."
"Highly recommended. Within 5 months my son totally changed. He is so confident and active, before he was too lazy and skinny. I'm 100% trust him. Please go there and see the changes in your kiddos."
"I met Mark around 2020, I was in very bad shape and had very little to no confidence. Mark showed me that I had it in me to get fit. Fast forward to early 2023, I've been in the best physical shape of my life and have done things I never would have guessed I could do."
"My children, ages 12 & 5, have been training with Mark for years and it has been the best investment into their health that I have ever made. Mark is passionate about fitness and genuinely cares for every single client he works with."
"We love coach Mark!!! My kids have been with him for many years doing calisthenics and he is an amazing coach! He has been instrumental in increasing their skill and strength and helping them build their confidence!"
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