ABOUT SOAR
Founded in Lewis Center, Ohio in 2006, SOAR Fitness provides individualized strength, speed, and performance training for athletes and adults. Our philosophy is simple: train the individual, not just the group, with programs tailored to each person’s development, goals, and lifestyle to help them move better, perform better, and build lasting fitness.
Our Goals
TRAIN THE INDIVIDUAL. BUILD THE FOUNDATION. KEEP PROGRESSING.
Build Better Movers
Strong performance starts with strong movement. We teach athletes to move, jump, land, change direction, and generate force with control before increasing intensity.
Develop the Individual
Athletes of the same age can have different abilities, strengths, and needs. Our coaches tailor training to the individual instead of using a one-size-fits-all workout.
Built for What’s Next
Training should support performance beyond the gym. We prepare athletes for competition, upcoming seasons, and future opportunities so they can perform when it matters most.
Build Fitness for Life
Performance goes beyond competitive sports. For adults, we build strength, movement quality, and confidence to support everyday life, long-term health, and independence.
Meet the Coach
MIKE KOZAK, MS, CSCS
Co-Founder & Performance Coach
Mike Kozak brings decades of experience in strength, speed, movement, and athletic performance. A two-time graduate of The Ohio State University and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), he co-founded SOAR in 2006 and has helped develop athletes throughout Central Ohio ever since. His coaching emphasizes strong technical foundations, individualized programming, and sport-specific development. Mike also continues his education through mentorship with Adarian Barr, coursework with Austin Einhorn and the Postural Restoration Institute, and past work as a Regional Director for the NFL Regional Combines.
DOM Ross
Dom brings five years of coaching experience with a focus on youth athletic development and performance. He holds a B.S. in Exercise Science and Health Promotion with a minor in Nutrition and has been ACSM Certified since 2021. His experience includes performance training and youth basketball coaching with the Cleveland Cavaliers, and at SOAR he specializes in helping young athletes build strong movement foundations, confidence, and athletic skills.
TRUSTED BY ATHLETES.
APPRECIATED BY FAMILIES.
My son started working with Mike when he was in elementary school. Mike helped build a strong work ethic and a belief in his athleticism and himself. That not only helped him become a D1 college football player but also a great student. My son will graduate with honors from College this spring and plans to attend medical school in the Fall. Thanks Mike for training Austin.
- RODY BUROKER
PARENT
Mike and his team do a fantastic job creating training programs that are age-appropriate and tailored to the individual athlete's needs. We've had very positive results and highly recommend SOAR.
- Aaron Lueth
PARENT
Exceptional. I have watched my son blossom under this program. He has increased strength, speed, fitness, and confidence. It also kept him from just sitting around all summer. Mike is very easy to work with. It is parent friendly. Definitely worth the investment.
- JEN ROUTTE
PARENT
ready to soar?
Whether you're looking for youth sports performance training, high school strength and conditioning, advanced athletic development, or individualized adult fitness in Lewis Center, we'll help you find the program that fits.