Elite Training Owner
Personal Trainer/Sports Perfomance Coach/Wrestling Coach
Elite Training LLC. Owner Wayne Helms has trained many men and women from those looking to get fit, improve in their sport or those just looking to feel better, have energy and function pain free.
As a coach for over 17 years in a variety of male and female specific sports his results are undeniable. His training has assisted student-athletes in excelling at their sports to earning full athletic scholarships to top Colleges and Universities. Most recently, Elite Training LLC. was named the exclusive Speed & Agility, Strength & Conditioning consultant for the Widener University Football Program. Helms designed and implemented the in season and off-season training regiment for the team which showed marked improvement. The athletes received testing prior to the training Helms started which measured speed, agility, strength and directional change ability. By the end of pre-season training each athlete who participated improved in every category by cutting interval time, increasing speed and improved reaction which directly led to their abilities on the field.
Most recently Wayne was hired as the Head Speed, Strength & Conditioning/Defensive Coordinator for the Rosemont College Men's Lacrosse Team. The Rosemont College Men's Lacrosse Team is a 1st year program and Wayne is excited to be part of the program.
Similarly, Wayne also trains members the Philadelphia Women’s Rugby Team. This group of dedicated athletes participates in an extremely demanding sport which Elite Training assists in preparing them for. Specifically, their core requires specific attention to withstand the constant blows. The women need extensive strength, quick reaction times, the ability to change direction quickly as well as explosive linear speed. With these factors in mind Helms designed their training to meet the team’s unique needs. During the Rugby off season Wayne continued to train one of the team members who is working to make the Women’s Rugby U.S. National Team which will be traveling to Dubai and Florida this winter for International Competition.
Throughout his years at Upper Darby High School Wayne was a very committed wrestler where he was a District One South Champion which continued through to his college years. At the national power house Delaware Valley College Helms was a two time Conference Place winner and Academic All-American. Also, during this time he was a U.S. National Champion in Sambo wrestling. During his wrestling coaching career he has also mentored numerous wrestlers that have placed at the PA State Tournament, National Tournaments as well as a PA State Champion and a High School All-American.
Currently he is training for both the Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon and the Philadelphia Irish Pub's distance cycling event that take place this summer.
Contact Wayne today to schedule an appointment or free demo for your team.
Wayne@Elitetrainingsports.com
Anthony Barbera
Personal Trainer & Sports Performance Coach
Elite Training Trainer, Anthony Barbera brings with him a clear passion for fitness which began in high school when his father introduced him to weight training and it has been nonstop ever since. He has spent his life training with different bodybuilders and a variety athletes, picking up different styles and techniques in the process. He played roller hockey and ice hockey throughout childhood and in high school at Cardinal O’Hara.
While in high school he was introduced to lacrosse and his passion grew from there, so much so he currently plays for West Chester University, while also studying exercise science and nutrition. In 2008 he joined the staff at Delaware Valley Friends School as the defensive coach for their varsity lacrosse team. That year he lead them to win the school’s first ever championship as well as overall first place finish for the season. He still remains an integral part of the coaching staff there.
During the off seasons, he stays in shape by playing intramural sports at West Chester University, snowboarding in the winter and wakeboarding all summer.
Anthony’s dedication to physical fitness, sports performance and nutrition make him a great addition to the Elite Training team. His personal experience as an athlete on the field allows him to identify with other athletes he coaches. His educational background allows him to understand the difficulties many face when getting into and staying in shape. Also, Anthony’s experience coaching assists in his abilities as a leader and good decision maker for the benefit of others. Anthon is a valuable asset and is available by appointment for any of your training needs
Personal Trainer/Sports Perfomance Coach/Wrestling Coach
Our newest edition to the Elite Training Team is Luke Bilyeu. He has had a passion for fitness ever since he actually started training with owner Wayne Helms in the sixth grade and he hasn’t stopped since. He wrestled at Haverford High School where he was a 3x Sectional Champion, a State qualifier, and compiled a 112-31 record throughout his high school career. Also, he ran cross country his junior and senior years where he was a district qualifier each year.
After graduating, Luke enrolled at West Chester University of Pennsylvania where he studies Exercise Science. Just like anyone with a true passion for sports and competition, Luke found his way back to the mat; he wrestles for the club team at West Chester and in 2011 placed 3rd in the nation at 141 pounds as a true Freshman. While he runs and trains year-round, his passion is most definitely found in wrestling.
Luke’s commitment to fitness along with his keen understanding of sports performance make him a great fit on the Elite Training team. His athletic lifestyle and personal experience allows him to relate to athletes of all sports. The degree he is pursuing gives him further knowledge and understanding of what it takes not only to be an athlete, but to be an athlete that takes performance serious enough to train with Elite Training.
