Anthony Agtarap
Anthony is a father, husband, coach, educator, and former professional engineer. As the founder of Engineered Bodies Strength & Conditioning, he serves as the operations manager and head coach of the Engineered Bodies Weightlifting Club’s Youth Weightlifting Program. With over 15 years of experience in Ki-Aikido, strength & conditioning, and physical education, he integrates knowledge from top coaches, therapists, and educators worldwide to help individuals realize their potential.
Committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, Anthony developed an Inclusion & Diversity education process for his coaching staff and established the Continuing Education Fund for Social Justice through the Coquitlam Foundation. He is a Board Member of the BC Weightlifting Association (BCWA), working toward ViaSport accreditation to enhance youth development, funding, and inclusivity in the sport.
Anthony is currently pursuing the Masters of High-Performance Coaching & Technical Leadership (MHPCTL) program through UBC’s Kinesiology Department and is being mentored by the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (ISPARC). He draws from these programs, along with his experience as a coach, educator, and former engineer, to develop and implement a holistic approach to Engineered Bodies programs to transform physical education into a more inclusive, accessible, and meaningful experience for all.
Top 5 Coaching Certifications:
- Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS),
- NCCP Weightlifting Competition Development -Certified
- NCCP Advanced Coaching Diploma (In progress, expected completion June 2025)
- Functional Range Conditioning (FRCm)
- Functional Range Assessment (FRA)
Top 5 DEI Courses:
- ISPARC Indigenous Cultural Safety Training
- ISPARC Aboriginal Coaching Module (ACM)
- ISPARC Inclusive Coaching Certification
- ViaSport All Youth Matters Inclusion Training
- NCCP Anti-Racism in Coaching