With over 25 years of boxing experience, Nathan built Ballard Barbell & Boxing Club on a simple mission—bring real boxing training to Ballard with no gimmicks, just solid coaching. As a lifelong athlete, he’s done it all: collegiate rugby, high school wrestling, karate, and jiu-jitsu. But boxing? That’s the sport that stuck.

Nathan saw too many people getting shortchanged on quality coaching, so he stepped up and opened Ballard’s first boxing gym—creating a space where anyone willing to put in the work could train like a fighter. His background as a CrossFit trainer and deep love for community engagement shaped the gym’s atmosphere: tough, welcoming, and built for people serious about improving.

Outside the gym, Nathan’s either training, watching fights, talking rugby, or heading outdoors to hunt and reset. His four kids are often around the gym, making it clear—this place is more than just a business, it’s family. Whether you're stepping into the ring for the first time or sharpening your skills, Nathan is here to push you, challenge you, and make sure you leave better than you came.