Robert Dunlevy is proud to be a West Virginia native.   His passion for fitness started at an early age and led him to pursue a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology.   Early on in his career, he became Director of an Outpatient Aquatic Therapy in Bridgeport WV.  His desire to improve lives led him to also start a Personal Training business specializing in Post Rehabilitation and Fitness.  From there, he spread his expertise into taking the lead as Head Exercise Physiologist at Waynesburg Hospital while maintaining his Personal Training business in Morgantown.  He also, served as adjunct professor for a short stent at Waynesburg College.  He was then recruited by Pro Performance Rx at inception as the Fitness Director.

This eventually led to taking over as General Manager of Pro Performance Rx.  He has brought his overall philosophy of fitness to expanding Pro Performance.   His philosophy is based on the reality that “Fitness is an Evolutionary Process for Everyone”.  From beginner to elite athlete, under Robert, Pro makes sure it offers something for EVERYONE. Three locations for One Price. He wants everyone to BE MORE!

Morgantown native Andy Altemus is the Director of Baseball/Softball at Pro Performance, having previously served as lead pitching instructor.  Altemus is a former professional pitcher in the San Francisco Giants organization.  Andy enjoyed an outstanding college career that started at Potomac State College and ended at West Virginia University.

He was named WVU’s pitching MVP during the 2010 season, a campaign in which he set the all-time WVU record for appearances in a single season. Altemus is also a former standout and two time state champion in the Morgantown Post 2 American Legion program.  Andy graduated from West Virginia University with a degree in Athletic Coaching Education in 2011. Andy will also be coaching the Pro Elite Redbirds Youth Baseball Program.

Ryan specializes in functional movement screening and performance enhancement. He has an extensive knowledge of sports medicine and strength & conditioning that he utilizes to help athletes achieve their goals and performance needs.

Prior to working at Pro Performance, Ryan worked at Elite Athletic Performance, in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, as a sports performance coach. There he was responsible for a multitude of duties. His duties included: supervising and coaching athletes ages 8 through the master adult athlete, providing sports nutrition recommendations for performance and recovery, screening athletes for injury risks and faults, designing, implementing and adjusting over 200 individual programs for clients/athletes, and coordinating with physical therapists in rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletes. Previously, Ryan attended California University of Pennsylvania to earn his Masters of Science. He worked as an intern strength and conditioning coach for the football, baseball, and track and field teams. During that time, he was also a graduate assistant athletic trainer and strength coach at Penn State University, Fayette Branch, covering their athletic teams.

Ryan is very proud of the time he spent working with The Ignition Athletic Performance group. He traveled to China for three weeks as the professional basketball team’s athletic trainer and strength and conditioning coach. The team’s trip to China was for a pre-Olympic challenge against the Chinese National Team. Upon returning to the states, a second 3 game series against Dominican Republic Olympic Team was played at Northern Kentucky University.

Education
California University of Pennsylvania – California, Pennsylvania
Masters of Science in Athletic Training and Sports Performance
Thesis: The Effects of a Novel Elastic Ankle Taping on Functional Performance

Ohio University –Athens, Ohio
Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training  & Psychology Minor

Certifications
USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
NASM Certified Performance Specialist
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
American Heart Association CPR/AED Professional Rescuer Certification
BOC Athletic Training Certified
Functional Movement Screen Certified

“Change is a process, Not an event.”

Kernell Borneo is originally from Trinidad. He came to the United States to play collegiate soccer and received an athletic scholarship to Missouri Baptist University followed by another at WVU.

He has been involved in travel soccer for more than 12 years and also serves as the Director of Coaching for Pro Performance, Tri State Elite and Fury Soccer Club. He has coached four different teams that went on to win 11 State Championship titles. Most recently, his U16G Fury team, U17B Pro Performance Select team, and his U13B team were the 2016 State Champs. Kernell was also voted 2015 West Virginia boys Competitive Coach of the year. He is also a Staff Coach for the West Virginia ODP program.

From 2005 – 2007, he was the Coach for the University High School Boys Team. He was also the Assistant Coach to Mike Kelleher for the Super Y U20 Illusion Summer Girls team in 2008. The team was made up of collegiate players from schools and universities including WVU, Tennessee, Morehead State, Cincinnati, and WV Wesleyan.

Kernell has also worked numerous youth camps and clinics in many states throughout the country. He is the Director of all Pro Performance soccer camps and has coached both the Men’s and Women’s WVU soccer camps, MYSA soccer camps, and West Ham Soccer Camps in Pittsburgh and Morgantown. He has also had the opportunity to coach at the National West Ham Camp in Georgia alongside Tony Carr who is regarded as one of the best youth coaches in Europe. More recently (November 2015), he coached a Bayern Munich ID camp in Morgantown, WV. He continues to educate himself under US Youth Soccer, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA),  and other avenues. He holds a NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma, NSCAA National Diploma, NSCAA Youth Diploma, NSCAA Goalkeeping 1 and 2 Diploma, Coerver Coaching Youth Diploma, A National Youth License from USSF and a Certificate from West Ham United Premier Soccer club in London, England. He also visited Bayern Munich for a week-long observation and classroom sessions. While in Germany, he had the opportunity watch the academy and first team train and play games.

Kernell took his U14B Pro Performance Select team to England in 2013 to compete against Youth Academies in London and watched Premiership teams such as West Ham United, Fulham, Manchester United, and Chelsea play while he was there.

In August of 2016, he went to England as a Staff a coach with Sport 11’s youth teams and his players had the opportunity to play against Fullham, Reading FC, and Sheffield United.  The group also trained with the academy coaches at Fulham, Reading, Derby County and Crystal Palace.

Thomas started Mountaineer CrossFit in September 2009 while he was finishing his Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology at WVU and has watched it continue to grow into the most successful CrossFit gym in the Morgantown area. Thomas prides himself on providing the best CrossFit coaching in the area. His goal is to help everyone that walks through the door as much as he can regardless of their fitness goals.  He has proudly coached individuals and teams to the Regional level of the CrossFit Games and has reached that level himself for four consecutive years. Thomas aims to instill the same passion he has for health and fitness into his clients. If you are looking to lose weight and/or get healthy or are an ex-athlete or competitor just looking for a new challenge don’t hesitate to contact Mountaineer CrossFit! (t_hooton@hotmail.com)

• Owner and Founder of Mountaineer CrossFit
• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from Fairmont State University
• Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University School of Medicine
• College Basketball Player and Team Captain
• 7th Place Finisher in 2010 CrossFit Games Central East Regional
• 13th in the World in 2011 CrossFit Open
• 10th Place Finisher in 2011 Mid Atlantic Regional
• 7th in the World 2012 CrossFit Open
• 15th Place Finisher in 2012 Mid Atlantic Regional
• Coach of 2012 Mid Atlantic Regional Mountaineer CrossFit Team (17th Place)
• 13th Place Finisher in 2013 Mid Atlantic Regional
• Coach of 2013 Mid Atlantic Regional Mountaineer CrossFit Team (11th Place)
• CF-L1 Trainer
• CF Kids Trainer
• NCSF Certified Personal Trainer
• Catapult Olympic Lifting Certification
• Over Eight Years Training Experience
• Over Five Years CrossFit Experience

Morgantown native Andy Altemus is the Director of Baseball/Softball at Pro Performance, having previously served as lead pitching instructor.  Altemus is a former professional pitcher in the San Francisco Giants organization.  Andy enjoyed an outstanding college career that started at Potomac State College and ended at West Virginia University.

He was named WVU’s pitching MVP during the 2010 season, a campaign in which he set the all-time WVU record for appearances in a single season. Altemus is also a former standout and two time state champion in the Morgantown Post 2 American Legion program.  Andy graduated from West Virginia University with a degree in Athletic Coaching Education in 2011. Andy will also be coaching the Pro Elite Redbirds Youth Baseball Program.

Ryan specializes in functional movement screening and performance enhancement. He has an extensive knowledge of sports medicine and strength & conditioning that he utilizes to help athletes achieve their goals and performance needs.

Prior to working at Pro Performance, Ryan worked at Elite Athletic Performance, in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, as a sports performance coach. There he was responsible for a multitude of duties. His duties included: supervising and coaching athletes ages 8 through the master adult athlete, providing sports nutrition recommendations for performance and recovery, screening athletes for injury risks and faults, designing, implementing and adjusting over 200 individual programs for clients/athletes, and coordinating with physical therapists in rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletes. Previously, Ryan attended California University of Pennsylvania to earn his Masters of Science. He worked as an intern strength and conditioning coach for the football, baseball, and track and field teams. During that time, he was also a graduate assistant athletic trainer and strength coach at Penn State University, Fayette Branch, covering their athletic teams.

Ryan is very proud of the time he spent working with The Ignition Athletic Performance group. He traveled to China for three weeks as the professional basketball team’s athletic trainer and strength and conditioning coach. The team’s trip to China was for a pre-Olympic challenge against the Chinese National Team. Upon returning to the states, a second 3 game series against Dominican Republic Olympic Team was played at Northern Kentucky University.

Education
California University of Pennsylvania – California, Pennsylvania
Masters of Science in Athletic Training and Sports Performance
Thesis: The Effects of a Novel Elastic Ankle Taping on Functional Performance

Ohio University –Athens, Ohio
Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training  & Psychology Minor

Certifications
USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
NASM Certified Performance Specialist
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
American Heart Association CPR/AED Professional Rescuer Certification
BOC Athletic Training Certified
Functional Movement Screen Certified

“Change is a process, Not an event.”

Kernell Borneo is originally from Trinidad. He came to the United States to play collegiate soccer and received an athletic scholarship to Missouri Baptist University followed by another at WVU.

He has been involved in travel soccer for more than 12 years and also serves as the Director of Coaching for Pro Performance, Tri State Elite and Fury Soccer Club. He has coached four different teams that went on to win 11 State Championship titles. Most recently, his U16G Fury team, U17B Pro Performance Select team, and his U13B team were the 2016 State Champs. Kernell was also voted 2015 West Virginia boys Competitive Coach of the year. He is also a Staff Coach for the West Virginia ODP program.

From 2005 – 2007, he was the Coach for the University High School Boys Team. He was also the Assistant Coach to Mike Kelleher for the Super Y U20 Illusion Summer Girls team in 2008. The team was made up of collegiate players from schools and universities including WVU, Tennessee, Morehead State, Cincinnati, and WV Wesleyan.

Kernell has also worked numerous youth camps and clinics in many states throughout the country. He is the Director of all Pro Performance soccer camps and has coached both the Men’s and Women’s WVU soccer camps, MYSA soccer camps, and West Ham Soccer Camps in Pittsburgh and Morgantown. He has also had the opportunity to coach at the National West Ham Camp in Georgia alongside Tony Carr who is regarded as one of the best youth coaches in Europe. More recently (November 2015), he coached a Bayern Munich ID camp in Morgantown, WV. He continues to educate himself under US Youth Soccer, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA),  and other avenues. He holds a NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma, NSCAA National Diploma, NSCAA Youth Diploma, NSCAA Goalkeeping 1 and 2 Diploma, Coerver Coaching Youth Diploma, A National Youth License from USSF and a Certificate from West Ham United Premier Soccer club in London, England. He also visited Bayern Munich for a week-long observation and classroom sessions. While in Germany, he had the opportunity watch the academy and first team train and play games.

Kernell took his U14B Pro Performance Select team to England in 2013 to compete against Youth Academies in London and watched Premiership teams such as West Ham United, Fulham, Manchester United, and Chelsea play while he was there.

In August of 2016, he went to England as a Staff a coach with Sport 11’s youth teams and his players had the opportunity to play against Fullham, Reading FC, and Sheffield United.  The group also trained with the academy coaches at Fulham, Reading, Derby County and Crystal Palace.

Luc Peret is a Fitness & Performance Specialist with a dynamic blend of experience in fitness, adventure sports, and people-centered coaching, Luc brings far more than a traditional training background to his clients. Having worked with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels, Luc understands that true growth comes from building both physical strength and personal confidence. Certified in Personal Training, Corrective Exercise, and Performance Enhancement, Luc combines technical expertise with a genuine passion for guiding others to achieve their best. He honed his craft under the mentorship of a seasoned coach with over 16 years of experience, shaping an approach that emphasizes safety, encouragement, and progressive challenge. Luc specializes in creating personalized training programs that align with each client’s unique goals—whether improving everyday mobility, overcoming setbacks, or striving for peak performance. His philosophy centers on cultivating lasting strength in a supportive environment where every individual is inspired to push beyond limits while feeling empowered and cared for. Driven, versatile, and committed to helping others thrive, Luc is more than a trainer—he’s a partner in your journey toward resilience, confidence, and lifelong fitness

Certification & Training
American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer

Retired Flight Attendant turned personal trainer Brent is a ACSM CPT who loves to travel. Enjoys flying, scuba diving, hiking, and lifting and of course helping people become the best versions of themselves. He also is a volunteer in rescue transporting and fostering pound puppies and kitties.

A native of Shelbyville, Indiana, Kay Brokering attended King University in Bristol, Tennessee where she was a 3 year All Conference selection in Conference Carolinas. She was also named All Southeast Region twice while she set the all time record for RBIs and Put Outs at King. She is currently a Physical Therapy Assistant in Morgantown.

Maddie Wisman brings 13 years of softball experience and a strong competitive background to the field. A four-year varsity starter at MHS, Maddie has consistently demonstrated excellence, earning 2x First Team All-State and 2x First Team All-OVAC honors. She is currently committed to continue her athletic and academic career at Robert Morris University. Maddie is passionate about helping young athletes improve their skills, build confidence, and develop a love for the game.

Graduated from and played softball at Davis and Elkins College Named Player of the Year in the MEC conference in 2025 with also being named to the NFCA D2 Player of the Year Watchlist in 2025 First team all conference for 1st Base 3 years in college career Current Physical Therapy Doctoral student at West Virginia University

With over 11 years of playing experience, Liz Alsop brings a deep passion and competitive edge to the game of softball. She is currently a member of the Fairmont State University softball team and has earned multiple accolades throughout her career. Liz is a 1x West Virginia First Team All-State selection and a 2x First Team All-OVAC honoree, recognizing her skill, dedication, and leadership on the field. She’s excited to help young athletes grow their game and develop both their fundamentals and confidence.

Chase George, a Morgantown native, graduated from University High School. Chase played collegiately at Salem University and Davis & Elkins College. Chase currently coaches with Morgantown Post 2 in the summer and works with pitchers and hitters at Pro Performance.

Jake Carr, a graduate of St. Albans High School, led his high school team to a AAA State Championship in his Sophomore and Senior seasons and was an West Virginia All-State honoree in 2017 and 2018. He was named WV State Player of the Year by Charleston Gazette-Mail and also earned Player of the Year honors by Prep Baseball Report after going 7-0 with a 0.22 ERA and 105 strikeouts as a senior. Carr went on to play at West Virginia University in the Big 12 Conference for 4 years where he was a Perfect Game Preseason Underclassmen All-America Honorable Mention as well as a Collegiate Baseball Newspaper Freshman All- American. He was also a member of the Big 12 Commissioner’s Honor Roll and Garrett Ford Academic Honor Roll. Jake will head up our pitching instruction at Pro Performance.

Dalton Mount is from Westminster, Maryland and recently finished up his collegiate career at Waynesburg University. A graduate of Westminster High School, Mount led Waynesburg in hits, runs, walks, doubles, total bases, stolen bases, and multi-hit games in the 2024 season and ranked second in walks and fourth in stolen bases in the Presidents Athletic Conference. He was also Academic All-District for three seasons. At the conclusion of last season, Mount broke into the Waynesburg record books by ranking third all time for walks in a season, fifth all time for stolen bases in a season, and second all time for steals in a career. Dalton currently coaches with Morgantown Post 2 in the summer and specializes in hitting and defense instruction at Pro Performance.

Cameron King, a Berkeley Springs native, graduated from Berkeley Springs High School and was honorable mention All-State. King played collegiately at Salem University and Garrett College and currently coaches with Morgantown Post 2 in the summer. Cameron works with pitchers and hitters at Pro Performance.

Caleb Cottle, a Morgantown native, graduated from Morgantown High School. Caleb plays collegiately at Fairmont State University. Caleb had a highly successful career with Morgantown Post 2 and was a 3 time state runner up and a leader in the program for many years. Caleb specializes in pitching and hitting instruction at Pro Performance.

Travis Renner is on staff at Pro Performance and works with all positions. Renner was a standout at University High School in Morgantown where he was a 1st team All-State, 1st team All-OVAC, and 1st team All-Area performer. Renner currently plays at West Virginia Wesleyan College in Buckhannon, WV. He will be available for lessons throughout the summer and off season months.

Mike has a passion for the outdoors and that’s where his fitness journey began. Mountain biking, hiking, skiing and snowboarding lead him to improve his exercise regimen so he could enjoy the activities he loves even more.
“It’s the snowball effect, exercise leads to better sleep, better sleep leads into having more energy and feeling better which leads into an active healthy lifestyle, physically and mentally.”

My goal is to transform lives through making health and wellness obtainable for everyone, no matter their age or current level of fitness. Starting with the basics and progressively integrating learned skills and techniques to reach and surpass your fitness goals. My job as a personal trainer is to inspire and challenge you. I also create a workout program specific to your needs that is effective, efficient, and enjoyable, so that it remains a life-long endeavor. I received my personal trainer certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

Contact Mike at mike@properformancerx.com

STEVE COUP

FITNESS DIRECTOR / PERSONAL TRAINER

B.S.

Specializations

• Weight Loss
• Strength, Endurance, and Circuit Training
• Stress Relief
• Motivation

Steven Coup is a dedicated personal trainer and the Fitness Coordinator at Pro Performance. Steven developed a passion for exercising and weight training at a young age. His skills and abilities continued to evolve as he pursued two Bachelor’s degrees in Exercise Physiology and Health Science from Fairmont State University, taking the next step in his fitness journey. Steven has over 14 years of training experience at Pro Performance. He strives to make people healthier, feel better about themselves, relieve stress, increase energy and gain the ability to hit their fitness goals, whatever they may be. Some of his clients call him the HYPE MAN, and “FULL OF MOTIVATION AND POSITVE ENERGY!” Steven has a passion for fitness and strength training and is blessed to share this with the members of Pro Performance. It’s time to ask yourself, “HOW COULD STEVE HELP YOU?”

Contact Steven at scoup@properformancerx.com

Luc Peret is a Fitness & Performance Specialist with a dynamic blend of experience in fitness, adventure sports, and people-centered coaching, Luc brings far more than a traditional training background to his clients. Having worked with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels, Luc understands that true growth comes from building both physical strength and personal confidence. Certified in Personal Training, Corrective Exercise, and Performance Enhancement, Luc combines technical expertise with a genuine passion for guiding others to achieve their best. He honed his craft under the mentorship of a seasoned coach with over 16 years of experience, shaping an approach that emphasizes safety, encouragement, and progressive challenge. Luc specializes in creating personalized training programs that align with each client’s unique goals—whether improving everyday mobility, overcoming setbacks, or striving for peak performance. His philosophy centers on cultivating lasting strength in a supportive environment where every individual is inspired to push beyond limits while feeling empowered and cared for. Driven, versatile, and committed to helping others thrive, Luc is more than a trainer—he’s a partner in your journey toward resilience, confidence, and lifelong fitness

GABRIELLA PEARSE,

B.A. , CPT

PERSONAL TRAINER / GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Specializations

• Strength Training
• Circuit Training
• Motivation

Gabriella strives to teach, motivate, and train clients to be the best they can be! Personalizing each workout with the client in mind. She pushes you to get out of your comfort zone at your own pace.
With Gabriella’s background in psychology and speciality in behavior change, she trains to help you shift your mindset and set you up for success!

Mike has a passion for the outdoors and that’s where his fitness journey began. Mountain biking, hiking, skiing and snowboarding lead him to improve his exercise regimen so he could enjoy the activities he loves even more.
“It’s the snowball effect, exercise leads to better sleep, better sleep leads into having more energy and feeling better which leads into an active healthy lifestyle, physically and mentally.”

My goal is to transform lives through making health and wellness obtainable for everyone, no matter their age or current level of fitness. Starting with the basics and progressively integrating learned skills and techniques to reach and surpass your fitness goals. My job as a personal trainer is to inspire and challenge you. I also create a workout program specific to your needs that is effective, efficient, and enjoyable, so that it remains a life-long endeavor. I received my personal trainer certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

Contact Mike at mike@properformancerx.com

West Virginia native Kimberly A. B. Zaph, MS, CSCS, ACSM EP-C, began her passion for fitness and wellness in high school by participating in multiple sports and working part-time as a dance instructor.  While earning her Masters in Exercise Physiology at West Virginia University, she was a principle dancer for the Orchesis Modern Dance Company and was named a UDA All-American as a member of WVU Dance Team. She holds numerous nationally recognized fitness certifications and has served in leadership roles for the ACE, ACSM and was a two-term State Director for the NSCA (2003 Director of the Year). Throughout her professional career, Kimberly has worked locally, regionally and nationally serving as a leader in the fitness industry and managing corporate wellness programs to helping people improve their quality of life and achieve their health, fitness and wellness goals.

In addition to serving as the Director of Group Fitness and Fit Club at Pro Performance, Kimberly works as a Continuing Education Provider and Subject Matter Expert for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and as Adjunct Faculty for the WVU College of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences. She enjoys providing fitness/wellness services for various types of clientele and continues her passion for fitness by teaching a diverse combination of group fitness classes. She wants every participant at Pro Performance to experience the joy of movement!