Bio

James Sims has been with LACCD for 8 years where he started his career at Southwest College. James brings over 32 years of experience as a personal trainer and strength coach. He gained interest in strength training while he was a Division 1 Athlete at the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio where he played football for the Rockets. After suffering a career ending injury he began to train other students and athletes at the University Fitness facility. James has a Masters in Athletic Administration, a bachelors in Health and is certified with LACCD to teach both disciplines along with Real Estate where he also has over 20 years’ experience. James spent 20 years as a high school football coach and 1 year as the interim head football coach at Pierce College. James most important desire in his life is to affect as many people as possible in a positive way and leave a lasting influence in young adult lives.