About Coach Mike Middleton
Coach Mike Middleton’s journey in athletics and human performance began at the University of Central Missouri, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Physical Education as a basketball scholarship student-athlete.
Following college, he advanced into a successful professional basketball career before pursuing his Master’s Degree in Sports Administration from Georgia State University while simultaneously coaching and training developing athletes.
With over 20 years of experience, Coach Mike has built a distinguished career as a leader in the sports, fitness, and business industries. His background blends Exercise Science, Business Management, and Marketing, allowing him to coach, consult, and design programs with equal proficiency.
He is known for being a passionate, results-driven professional with deep expertise in athlete development, leadership, sports performance, and revenue generation.
Coach Mike has a proven ability to motivate individuals, build high-performing programs, and create systems that accelerate growth. His interpersonal skills, professionalism, and commitment to excellence make him a trusted mentor to student- athletes, clients, and professional staff.
Throughout his career, he has remained dedicated to developing people—both on and off the court. A respected educator, he has served as an adjunct professor teaching courses in Personal Training, Nutrition, Sport Psychology for Peak Performance, and Physical Therapy Aide studies.
His teaching philosophy centers around inspiring others to take immediate, consistent action toward their goals—helping people realize their potential now, not someday.
His greatest satisfaction comes from elevating others, maximizing performance, and improving total quality of life.
Professional Certifications
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
- Muscle Activation Technique Specialist (MAT)
- Fitness Nutrition Specialist (ISSA)
- Certified Sports Performance Coach (USAW)
- Certified Personal Trainer (NASM)
- Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM)
- Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM)
- Pain-Free Performance Specialist (PPSC)
- Kettlebell Concepts Coach
- TRX Certified Instructor
- CPR, First Aid & AED Certified
Professional Affiliations & Leadership Roles
- Lifetime
- National Strength and Conditioning Association (Member)
- PCA – Positive Coaching Alliance
- Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Certified Coach
- Board of Directors – GPAN (Former)
- Board Member – Spark Reach Center for Innovative Leadership
- Allied Health Advisory Board – Penn Foster
- Program Advisory Council – Empowered Education
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges – Occupational Specialist
- National Basketball Association (NBA)
- National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC)
- GRIND Basketball