Ricky’s Philosophy:

"Knowledge is the key element in creating a successful program that will produce unbelievable results. Experience and continued education, along with the concept of what makes your body function proficiently and properly, can develop a temple that you will love."

Your BODY!

Richard D. Jackson, a.k.a. Ricky Jackson formerly worked for one of Houston’s exclusive resorts, The Houstonian Hotel, Club and Trellis Spa as the head of their year-round Youth Camp program.  During Mr. Jackson’s tenure with the resort he was instrumental in implementing new and exciting programs for youth aimed at creating state-of-the-art, high quality fitness programs for children ages 3-12 years old.  The youth program uniquely utilized Ricky’s talent of years of experience in the fitness arena, and satisfied his passion to work to inspire others of every age, gender and background through fitness programs.  Ricky’s work also required excellent analytical writing skills, professional customer service, and multi-tasking to adhere to a schedule while servicing a diverse group of clients.  Experience that was born out of his position as the Head Strength and Condition Coach for the second largest Historically Black Institution in the nation, Texas Southern University (TSU). 

A.K.A Coach Jackson, Ricky spent 5 years at the helm of the Strength and Conditioning program at TSU responsible for eighteen different sports in the athletic program.

He was praised for the development of the university’s weight room into a fully functional facility for all eighteen sports while providing personal training for university students and employees.

He was also responsible for dietary programs for weight loss/gain, and educating athletes about nourishment to achieve optimal performance.

“Coach” Jackson has played an integral part in the following successes during his tenure:

• 2006 Men’s and Women’s Tennis SWAC Championship
• 2005 & 2006 Women’s Bowling SWAC Championship (ranked #9 in the nation by the NCAA)
• 2004 Baseball SWAC Championship/NCAA appearance
• 2004 & 2005 Women’s Basketball SWAC Tournament appearances
• 2003 Men’s Basketball SWAC Tournament Championship/NCAA appearance;

“Coach” Jackson is a member of National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and of the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa).

 

Prior to his stint at TSU, “Coach” Jackson was a professional prizefighter from 1989 until retiring in 2001. He bypassed the amateur ranks, and began competing on the professional level. He turned heads with an impressive record of 26 wins, 4 losses with 18kos (boxrec.com). Achievements during his illustrious boxing career include:

• Texas Cruiserweight Championship Title 1994
• Texas Heavyweight Champion from 1994-2001
• World rankings with the WBU (#8), NAFB (#12), WBC (#16), and WBA (#22).

He also made boxing history by fighting for the first ever WBU World Supercruiserweight Title.

As a free agent, Ricky Jackson fought for some of the top promoters and trainers in the World; George Benton, Lou Duva and Ronnie Shields, Al "Potato Pie" Bolden, Eddie Futch, Emanuel Stewart, Don Turner and Tommy Brooks, Curtis Cokes, Jessie Reid, Aaron Snowell, Cedric Kushner and the Duva’s Main Events Monitor. In 1998, he signed with boxing promoter Don King, where he remained until 2000. He attributes his exceptional strength and conditioning knowledge to the multitude and quality of coaches and personal trainers he has the privilege of working with over the years.

As a humanitarian, Ricky Jackson has demonstrated an altruistic attitude by donating his time and energy to incalculable community organizations. He was awarded the Positive Influential African American Male Award; and the Young Black Achiever Award. Former City of Houston Mayor Bob Lanier recognized him with a "Ricky Jackson Day"  Proclamation. Former City Councilman  Orlando Sanchez also presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation for the outstanding accomplishment of receiving the highest award attainable from the State of Texas in heavyweight boxing.