At RTG Performance Academy we have assembled and are continuing to assemble a family of highly passionate, highly qualified trainers that care about one thing, and one thing only… HELPING YOU! We are out to help you become the best version of yourself possible on your ROAD TO GREATNESS!
Ryan Light BS, CSCS
Owner, Sports Performance Coach, Personal Trainer
Ryan graduated from Lindenwood University in 2015 with a Bachelor in Exercise Science. Before entering college, Ryan was a three sport athlete in high school, taking part in baseball, basketball, and soccer all four years. During his time at Lindenwood, he was a four-year starter on the baseball team while achieving LU Dean’s List honors. Ryan began his career in the sport performance/fitness world straight out of college in St. Louis, Missouri. Here he worked with athletes from the youth level, to elite Division 1 athletes, to Professional athletes, along with the general fitness population. Ryan is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist which is recognized around the world as one of the top training certifications. With a heavy athletic background Ryan has a strong passion for helping athletes become the very best they can possibly be. His overall passion of helping people achieve their goals in order to lead the best & most healthful life possible is why he started RTG in 2018.
Email: rlight@rtgperformanceacademy.net
Email: ghigginbotham@rtgperformanceacademy.net
Greg Higginbotham
Sports Performance Coach & Personal Trainer
Greg has been a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association since 2013, following the completion of his B.S. in Kinesiology from the University of North Texas. While pursuing his graduate studies, he served as a graduate assistant for the UNT softball team and ended up earning his Master’s degree in 2016. With over a decade of experience, Greg has had the privilege of coaching and training a wide range of individuals. His work spans from youth athletes and teams to professional athletes and Olympians. Along with training athletes, he is equally passionate about supporting the general population—helping people improve their health, fitness, and longevity through efficient, sustainable strategies. Greg thrives on the challenge of guiding individuals to discover their greatest physical, mental, and spiritual self each day.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Greg is a devoted family man who cherishes time with his wife and two children. Together, they enjoy being outdoors—whether it’s hiking, visiting the playground, or simply playing in the yard.