Niko Karavolos

Niko Karavolos has a diverse work experience in the fitness and coaching industry. Niko is currently working as an Assistant Track and Field Coach at York Community High School since March 2021. In 2013, they established their own fitness venture called IGNITE! Fitness and continues to operate as the Owner/Operator. In 2017, they founded TEAM IGNITE NFP, where they served until March 2020. Niko also has experience working as a Regional Manager at Blast Fitness from April 2013 to April 2014. Prior to that, they worked as a Fitness Manager at Xsport Fitness from November 2010 to March 2013. Niko started their career as a Personal Trainer at Lifetime Fitness in May 2008 and worked there until January 2010, focusing on weight loss and performance training.

Niko Karavolos completed a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and Study with a focus on History from the University of Illinois Chicago between 2006 and 2010. Afterward, they pursued further education and obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Exercise Physiology from Concordia University Chicago from 2015 to 2021.

In addition to their academic achievements, Niko has obtained several certifications to bolster their expertise. In September 2008, they became a Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT) through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). In July 2015, they also acquired the Crossfit Level 1 certification provided by CrossFit, Inc. Later in October 2019, they achieved the Flywheel Master Trainer certification from Exxentric institution.