Andrew Smith came to Santa Barbara to study at UCSB in 2016 and is proud to now call it home. While a student at UCSB, he played lacrosse for the Gauchos and worked as a strength specialist at the school’s Athletic Performance Center where he handled programming and administration of strength and conditioning programs for a variety of athletes. Having completely rebuilt himself after an accident in 2017 that left him in a wheelchair, Andrew understands the many challenges that people face in returning to training after an injury. At Prevail, he strives to help others find the same levels of success and personal development that he did in the weight room. When he’s not in the gym, you can find Andrew fishing, surfing, or exploring the many beautiful landscapes that Santa Barbara has to offer.

 

• BS Environmental Science (University of California, Santa Barbara

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)