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Shane Dempsey — Strength & Performance coach at Legacy Performance Institute Del Mar
Del Mar · Performance Coach

ShaneDempsey

Your High-Performance Coach for Strength & Athleticism

Strength & Performance
10,000+ hours of coaching
Coaches At
Focus
Strength & Performance
At A Glance

Shane Dempsey, in short.

Shane Dempsey is a performance coach at Legacy Performance Institute Del Mar, 12264 El Camino Real, Suite 60, San Diego, CA 92130. Their coaching focus is strength & performance, and their profile highlights 10,000+ hours of coaching. Shane's profile lists NSCA - Certified Personal Trainer, AED Certified, CPR Certified, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Your first consultation and introductory session is free, and no membership is required to train with a coach.

Where
Legacy Performance Institute Del Mar, 12264 El Camino Real, Suite 60, San Diego, CA 92130.
Focus
Strength & Performance.
Credentials
NSCA - Certified Personal Trainer, AED Certified, CPR Certified, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Highlights
10,000+ hours of coaching.
Formats
Shane's profile lists one-on-one private sessions and semi-private sessions.
First step
Your first consultation and introductory session with a Legacy coach is free, with no obligation.
Hours
5:00 AM – 10:00 PM, seven days · 24/7 for VIP Access members.
In Their Words

Shane, on coaching.

High-Performance Training

As a lifelong athlete, I’ve always been drawn to the weight room and strength and conditioning. However, my own fitness journey took a turn in my early 20s when I experienced three separate low back injuries. This led me to seek out expert coaching and embark on a transformative journey.

After 3+ years of dedicated training and mentorship, I experienced significant improvements in my movement, physique, and overall well-being. Now, I’m passionate about sharing that same transformative experience with my clients.

What is High-Performance Training?

My approach to high-performance training is comprehensive and physiology-driven. I’ll teach you how to move efficiently and effectively through the main movement patterns: squat, hinge, lunge, push, and pull.

Whether you’re a baseball player looking to improve your exit velocity, a former collegiate athlete wanting to regain your fitness level, or a busy parent seeking efficient workouts, I’ll meet you where you are and create a roadmap to success.

My Training Methods

I incorporate a variety of training modalities to help you achieve your goals, including:

  • Strength Training: Build a strong foundation for all types of movement.
  • Plyometrics: Enhance your power and explosiveness.1
  • Mobility Drills: Improve your flexibility and range of motion.
  • Energy Systems Development: Boost your cardiovascular fitness and endurance.
  • Safe Power Development: Increase your strength and power safely and effectively.

Experience and Expertise

My background includes:

  • Strength and Conditioning at Dartmouth College: Interned in the varsity weight room and served as Director of High Performance and interim Head Coach for the Men’s rugby team.
  • Flight Performance and Fitness (Boston): Gained invaluable experience working with diverse clients, from youth athletes to national team players and older adults.
  • NSCA Certifications: Hold both the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certifications.
  • 10,000+ Hours of Coaching: I’ve accumulated extensive experience working with individuals of all ages and abilities.

My Training Philosophy

  • Foundational Movement: Establish or build upon fundamental movement skills to create strength and resilience in a pain-free way.
  • Building Relationships: Develop strong relationships with clients based on trust, understanding, and personalized attention.
  • Leading by Example: I’ve personally tested and experienced the training methods I use with my clients.
  • Focus on Fundamentals: Master the basics of fitness, nutrition, and holistic health before diving into more nuanced concepts.

Nutrition Coaching

I’m also a certified Nutrition Coach through Dr. Layne Norton’s “BioLayne” nutrition course. I’ll help you master the fundamentals of nutrition, including protein intake, nutrient balance, sleep, and hydration.

Ready to Transform?

If you’re looking for a training experience that provides you with the skills, tools, and knowledge to guide your decision-making in fitness and nutrition, contact me today. Let’s see if we’re a good fit!

  • High-performance training
  • Strength and conditioning
  • Personal trainer
  • Athletic development
  • Functional movement
  • Injury prevention
  • Personalized training programs
  • Nutrition coaching
  • Mindset coaching
  • Holistic health

Contact Shane Dempsey today and start your journey to peak performance!

Credentials & Background

What Shane brings.

Shane's profile lists NSCA - Certified Personal Trainer, AED Certified, CPR Certified, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

Certifications show what a coach has been tested on. They do not replace a conversation, so use your free introduction to ask Shane how that training shapes the way they coach.

Beyond certifications, the profile highlights: 10,000+ hours of coaching.

Every coach at Legacy works independently inside the facility, which means you choose the coach, and the coach builds the program. No membership is required to train with a coach. Coaching is booked directly with the coach you choose.

  • NSCA - Certified Personal Trainer
  • AED Certified
  • CPR Certified
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
What They Coach

Everything Shane trains.

Shane's profile lists strength & performance as the main focus areas.

Skills and services the profile names: Athletic Performance, Athletic Recovery, Bodybuilding, Cardiovascular Endurance, Functional Training, Health & Wellness, HIIT, Injury Prevention, Mind-Body Fitness, Nutrition Coaching, Private Training, and Semi-Private Training.

On format, the profile mentions one-on-one private sessions and semi-private sessions. Confirm what is available and how it is priced at your introduction.

Training With Shane

Strength & Performance at Legacy.

Strength and performance training uses progressive overload on the major lifts and athletic movements to build force, power and resilience. It serves anyone who wants to be stronger, from a first barbell squat to a competitive athlete preparing for a season.

01

Technique before load

Lifts are taught and reviewed first, because a clean pattern makes heavier weight safer and more productive.

02

Planned progression

Weights, sets and reps are laid out across weeks, with built-in lighter weeks, so strength climbs without constant plateaus or burnout.

03

Training that supports your sport

For athletes, the program is matched to the demands and calendar of the sport: strength in the off-season, power and maintenance as competition nears.

04

Tracked numbers

Every session is logged, so you can see what you lifted last month and what the next target is.

Who strength & performance coaching suits
  • People who want to get measurably stronger
  • Athletes who need strength and power for their sport
  • Newer lifters who want to learn the main lifts properly
  • Experienced lifters who want an outside set of eyes and a structured plan
A typical first month

Every plan is built around the individual, so your coach will adjust this. As a general shape, the first four weeks of strength & performance coaching tend to run like this.

01

Week 1: Learn the lifts

Squat, hinge, press and pull patterns are taught and assessed with light weight.

02

Week 2: Establish working weights

Sets and reps are set at manageable loads, and you start logging each session.

03

Week 3: Progress

Small weight or rep increases are added where technique allows.

04

Week 4: Lighter week and review

A planned lighter week lets the body adapt. Then your numbers are reviewed and the next block begins.

Common mistakes this coaching fixes
  • Adding weight before technique is solid
  • Training with no plan or log, so progress cannot be seen
  • Skipping recovery and expecting steady gains
The Legacy FloorTraining at Legacy · Del Mar
Coach and client on the training floor at Legacy Performance Institute
Strength and conditioning coaching at Legacy Performance Institute
Coach-assisted stretch at Legacy Performance Institute
Lat pulldown on the performance floor at Legacy Performance Institute
Choosing A Coach

Questions to ask Shane.

The free introduction is your chance to see whether Shane is the right fit. These are good questions to bring for strength & performance coaching, and any coach worth hiring will answer them plainly.

  • How do you teach and check technique on the main lifts?
  • How do you plan progression and lighter weeks?
  • How do you adapt a program for my sport and season?
  • How do you track and share my numbers?
  • What do you do if a lift is not moving?
Other Strength & Performance coaches at Legacy Del Mar

Comparing is smart. These coaches at Del Mar share Shane's primary focus: Anna Zittel, Austin Camacho, Bree Norton, Brooke Heaton, Chance Dyck, and Coach Kos. Or browse the full Del Mar roster.

Legacy Del Mar

Where Shane trains.

Shane coaches at Legacy Performance Institute Del Mar, 12264 El Camino Real, Suite 60, San Diego, CA 92130, in Del Mar and Carmel Valley. It is a private performance facility, not a public gym, so sessions run without a crowded floor or a wait for equipment.

Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM, seven days · 24/7 for VIP Access members.

Clients come from Del Mar, Carmel Valley, Solana Beach, Encinitas, Torrey Pines, and Rancho Santa Fe and the surrounding area. Get directions or see the full Legacy Del Mar facility.

How It Works

No contract to start.

Legacy is a private training facility, not a gym you join. You choose your coach; your coach builds the program.

01

Free introduction

Use the form below or call (760) 579-9286. Your first consultation and introductory session with a Legacy coach is free, with no obligation.

02

Assessment and goals

Shane learns your goals, history and schedule, looks at how you move, and explains what the first weeks would look like.

03

Your rate, quoted directly

Coaching is priced by each coach. Shane quotes your rate after the introduction, so there are no surprises.

04

Train

Sessions are booked with Shane at Del Mar. VIP Access Pass members receive a personal key fob and 24/7 facility access.

Where does Shane Dempsey train clients?

Shane Dempsey coaches at Legacy Performance Institute Del Mar, 12264 El Camino Real, Suite 60, San Diego, CA 92130. Hours are 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM, seven days · 24/7 for VIP Access members.

What does Shane Dempsey specialize in?

Shane's profile lists strength & performance. Skills and services named on the profile include Athletic Performance, Athletic Recovery, Bodybuilding, Cardiovascular Endurance, Functional Training, Health & Wellness, HIIT, and Injury Prevention.

What certifications does Shane Dempsey hold?

Shane's profile lists NSCA - Certified Personal Trainer, AED Certified, CPR Certified, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Ask at your free introduction how that training shapes the way Shane coaches.

How do I book a session with Shane?

Use the introduction form on this page or call (760) 579-9286. Your first consultation and introductory session with Shane is free, with no obligation.

How much does Shane charge?

Coaching is priced by each coach, typically per session or as a package. Shane quotes your rate after the free introduction, so you know exactly what you are committing to before you commit. No membership is required to train with a coach. Coaching is booked directly with the coach you choose.

What session formats does Shane offer?

Shane's profile mentions one-on-one private sessions and semi-private sessions. Availability and pricing for each format are confirmed at your introduction.

What happens in a first session with Shane?

You meet Shane, tour Legacy Del Mar, talk through your goals, history and schedule, and leave with a clear picture of how the work would go. There is no obligation to continue.

Who is Shane a good fit for?

Shane's profile centers on strength & performance coaching, and clients who seek it often include people who want to get measurably stronger, athletes who need strength and power for their sport, and newer lifters who want to learn the main lifts properly. The best test is the free introduction: if the plan makes sense to you, you have your answer.

Is strength training safe if I have never lifted?

Yes, when it is coached. A good coach starts with a movement assessment, teaches the patterns with light loads, and progresses only when your technique is solid. Tell your coach about any injuries or medical conditions at your introduction.

How soon will I get stronger?

Most new lifters add weight within the first few weeks because technique and coordination improve quickly. After that, progress follows a plan of gradual loading, rest and consistency.

Train With Shane

Start with Shane.

Your first introduction and session are free. Tell us a little about your goals and we will set it up with Shane Dempsey at Del Mar.

Train with Shane Dempsey at Legacy Performance Institute Del Mar

This is general fitness information, not medical advice. Check with your physician before starting a new exercise or nutrition program, especially if you have a medical condition, an injury, or are pregnant.