Guillermo Escalante, MBA, PTA, ATC, CSCS. Fitness Director

Guillermo received his undergraduate degrees in Athletic Training and Biology from the University of La Verne in 1997 where he participated in varsity track and football.

Upon completing his undergraduate studies, Guillermo went on to become a certified athletic trainer and certified strength & conditioning specialist.

In 1999, Guillermo completed a Masters in Business Administration with concentrations in Healthcare Management and Marketing. In February 2000, Guillermo established SportsPros and has led the company’s growth since its inception. Guillermo returned to school in 2004 and is in the final stages of completing a doctorate in Athletic Training with an emphasis in rehabilitation.

Guillermo challenged the Physical Therapy Assistant exam with the state board and successfully earned his licensure. Guillermo has been an adjunct professor or guest lecturer in the sports rehabilitation sciences at local universities since 2004 and has treated and/or trained a multitude of high school, college, and elite athletes since 1997.

Guillermo is currently the Sports Medicine column author for Musclemag International Magazine and keeps his competitive spirit alive as a national level bodybuilding competitor.

Dee Tipton, PT, MPH, D.D.  Director of Physical Pherapy

Dee received her Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy and Master of Public Health Degree from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.

She completed her Doctor of Divinity from the American Institute of Holistic Theology.

Dee specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Rehabilitation and has worked extensively with athletes of all ages and levels of competition.

She is active in the local Claremont Chamber of Commerce activities and has been a long time member of the American Physical Therapy Association.

She has recently relocated from Oklahoma to Southern California and outside of Physical Therapy, enjoys all outdoor activities, religion and spiritual philosophy, and time with family and friends. She is currently working towards her Ph.D. in Holistic Theology.

Monica Escalante, NASM-CPT, SPN, IFBB Pro. Wellness Director

Monica attended Southwestern College and attained certifications as a personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and as a specialist in performance nutrition from the International Sports Sciences Association.

She has been a personal trainer, group exercise instructor, and assistant fitness director at a personal training studio and 24 Hour Fitness since she began her career in the fitness industry.

Monica became an IFBB Pro Figure athlete by winning the 2009 Team Universe Figure Championships and has appeared on fitness magazine covers and centerfolds as a fitness model. She enjoys riding her road bike, healthy cooking, and spending time with her husband and 2 miniature Dachshunds.