VETERANS ADAPTIVE SPORTS TRAINING
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Our mission is to empower military and law enforcement adaptive athletes through specialized training, support, and opportunities for personal and competitive growth. We strive to foster a community that celebrates resilience, determination , and camaraderie, ensuring every participant can thrive beyond their service.
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At Veterans Adaptive Sports Training (VAST), our mission is to empower military and law enforcement adaptive sports athletes in competitive athletics through the development and dissemination of a comprehensive understanding of corrective exercises. We are dedicated to enhancing body movement, optimizing physical performance, and fostering resilience among our athletes.
Through research, education, and practical application, we aim to provide innovative and evidence-based solutions tailored to the unique needs of our athletes. By addressing movement dysfunctions and imbalances, we strive to minimize injury risk, improve functional movement patterns, and unlock the full potential of every participant.
Driven by our commitment to excellence and service, we foster a supportive community that champions inclusivity, diversity, and respect. Our ultimate goal is to enable our athletes to thrive both on and off of the field, empowering them to achieve their highest aspirations and inspiring others through their remarkable journey.
Together, we are building a world where every military and law enforcement adaptive sports athlete has the opportunity to excel, overcome obstacles, and reach new heights of athletic achievement. Join us in our mission to transform lives through the power of corrective exercises as well as spiritual and holistic athletic development.
“Empowering military and law enforcement adaptive athletes to transcend physical limitations and embrace their fullest potential through holistic and spiritual development, fostering a community where resilience, growth, and inner strength flourish.”
- Gil Wheeler (Co-Founder)
Our Team.
President/ Executive Director:
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Gil Wheeler was a NCAA division 1 track and field athlete at the University Texas, El Paso. He is certified with U.S. Track and Field as a Level 2 coach in Sprints, Hurdles, Relays, Endurance and Field events.
He also was a member of the U.S. Bobsled team in 1986, ‘88, ‘90 and ‘91, where he competed in the IFBB World Cup, Jr. Worlds, Sr. Worlds and U.S. Olympic trials. He has coached adaptive athletes for several years and is the co-Founder of V.A.S.T.
V.A.S.T. Board of Directors:
Rodney Carson is currently a certified personal trainer and was the founder of Basic Training Boot Camp Fitness, based in northern California. He also was a college track and field athlete and later went on to win multiple international titles in the decathlon at the World Police and Fire Games. He has coached adaptive athletes at the highest levels of international competition, which includes Invictus Games and the Warrior Games. Rodney is also the co-Founder of the V.A.S.T.
Elle Hope Wheeler is currently the founder and lead creator of Spotlight Poetry located in Las Vegas. Besides performing and curating events across the nation, Elle brings a vast knowledge of event planning and content creation to the V.A.S.T organization. She also currently serves as the organization's treasurer.
Micheal Ray. Michael was a director of the Armed Forces Services Corp/ Magellan Federal. He served honorably in the U.S. military and is currently involved in various organizations that served the military adaptive community.
Kory Anderson is the head track and field coach at Liberty High School in Henderson, NV. Kory has successfully led both his men's and women's team titles in the state of Nevada. He also serves as the president of the NV states track and field coaches' association.
Brandi Evans is a former U.S. Army service member. While she competed with Team Army as a wheelchair athlete, she was victorious in her competitive endeavors at both the Warrior and Invictus Games. Today, she competes on a national caliber wheelchair basketball team and as a consultant with Team Army’s adaptive athletic programs.
Jarnetta Cobb, M.D. Jarnetta, while practicing medicine in Atlanta, GA, also serves as the official head of evaluation for all U.S. adaptive military athletes while they compete for the various U.S. military branches. Jarnetta is recognized internationally for her expertise in the field of adaptive evaluation and assessment.
Ashley Jones
Art Director
Don Francis
Tech Lead
Alexa Young
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Robert Rose
Product Designer