GRIFFIN WALLER
Founder | Director Of Performance & Development
Philosophy
Performance is built through sound principles, individualized data, and consistent exposure—guided by context and delivered with intent.
Credentials
- 15+ Years in Elite Athletics
- 10 Year NCAA D1 Performance Director
- MA Exercise Physiology
- Analytics/Operations & Technology Master's Certificate
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Registered Strength & Conditioning Coach (RSCC*D)
- Master International Strength & Conditioning Practitioner (mISCP)
- Certified Performance Sport Scientist (CPSS)
- StrongFirst Level 1 Certified (SFG1)
- Precision Nutrition Certified (PN1)
- USA Weightlifting Certified (USAW1)
- CPR/First Aid Certified
Griffin Waller is a health and performance expert with over 15 years of experience in elite athletics, specializing in the design and leadership of integrated sport performance systems. He formerly served as the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Performance at the University of Portland, where he led comprehensive programs for Division I athletes for over a decade. Griffin founded GW Health & Performance in 2026 with the goal of providing elite level athletic development through a holistic health lens.
Griffin’s work is grounded in the belief that health drives performance. His approach extends beyond physical training to include lifestyle factors such as sleep, nutrition, and recovery—recognizing that daily habits shape long-term outcomes. Through structured training and education, athletes develop not only physical qualities but also the ownership necessary to sustain high performance.
Throughout his career, he has worked with developmental populations to collegiate and professional athletes across a wide variety of sports. His teams have achieved sustained competitive success through consistent processes focused on durability and long-term progression.
Elite Professional Experience
NCAA D1 Collegiate Excellence
University of Florida
Stanford University
Missouri State University
University of Portland
The same system trusted by elite programs, tailored to your development.
The technical depth of experience gained through training athletes throughout professional sport—including the NBA, WNBA, MLB, MLS, NWSL, and ATP—informs every program designed at GW Health & Performance. Navigating the unique physiological demands and high-stakes recovery needs of professional sports has provided an elite blueprint for physical preparation. We bridge the gap between pro-level sport science and individualized development, ensuring that every athlete—from the youth prospect to the weekend warrior—benefits from the same diagnostic precision and outcome-driven systems used in the professional ranks.
Guiding Principles
Positive Relationships
Building trust and connection as the primary driver of growth.
Inclusive Environment
A space where every athlete feels welcome, valued, and safe.
Fun
Engagement and enjoyment are critical for long-term retention.
Building trust and connection as the primary driver of growth.
A space where every athlete feels welcome, valued, and safe.
Engagement and enjoyment are critical for long-term retention.
Athlete-Centered
The needs and goals of the individual dictate every decision.
Development Before Specialization
Prioritizing general athletic mastery over narrow sport skills.
Evidence-Based
Using quantitative metrics to guide training and adjustments.
Prioritizing general athletic mastery over narrow sport skills.
Founded on established scientific research and best practices.
Data-Informed
Using quantitative metrics to guide training and adjustments.
Awareness + Education = Empowerment
Education underpins everything.
Validated Professional Standards
The training system is governed by evidence-based methodologies and elite-level certifications. This approach ensures every program is grounded in sport science and long-term athletic health.
CSCS
SFG1
RSCC*D
USAW1
CPSS
CPR / First Aid
mISCP
MA Exercise Physiology
PN1
BS Exercise Science