Train with Coach Lu

Luis Villarreal (he/they, él/elle) is a native Austinite who's been a trainer since 2009. 

Lu is an avid student of several martial arts and combat sport disciplines, and they've coached classes for all ages in locally-owned gyms for the majority of their career.  Lu was also nominated in the Austin Chronicle for 'Best Personal Trainer' in 2024! Add @coachluatx on IG to see their current class schedule. Lu is currently accepting new personal training clients for strength and conditioning, boxing, and no-gi BJJ.

When not in the gym, Lu works as an advocate for survivors of sexual violence, helping folks to reclaim their bodies and move forward from trauma.

Certifications

• B.S., Kinesiology (UT Austin, 2011) 
• B.A., Women's and Gender Studies 
• USA Boxing Bronze Coach
• Black Belt: Pyon Moo Do 
• Purple Belt: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 
• RAD Self Defense Instructor
• Trauma-Informed Survivor Advocate