About Us

FOUNDER / CEO / 

HUMAN MOVEMENT SPECIALIST 

Eddie is a local small-town guy with big time experiences. He decided to bring the knowledge he acquired from those experiences back to the Coulee Region. Now he is the Owner/Director of Human Performance at Three Rivers Performance in La Crosse, WI. Here is a brief snapshot of his achievements:

- Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Caledonia High School. Football has won state in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. He is still currently consulting and working with their athletic program. 

- Helped open up Lifestyle Fitness in Caledonia 2015.

- Currently works with Winona State Athletics as a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Football.

- On staff as a Performance Coach for the San Francisco 49ers during their 2016 Season.

- Worked at a private performance facility in Arizona where he trained many NFL athletes (PEP).

CO-OWNER / DIRECTOER OF OPERATIONS / SPORTS PERFORMANCE COACH

Aaron has worked with many different athletes across multiple different sports. He brings a wealth of knowledge to our staff both in the coaching and business aspect of things. Here's a look at his career:

- Graduated from University of Wisconsin-La Crosse with a degree in Recreation Management. 

- Former Aquinas Phys. Ed Teacher.

- Over 9 years of coaching experience in 

football, wrestling, track & field.

-  Former La Crosse Aquinas Assistant Football Coach

2021 WIAA Div. 5 State Champs

-Former Running backs coach for the 2022 NSIC South Champions Winona State Warriors 

DIRECTOR OF SALES / SOCIAL MEDIA / HEAD SPORTS PERFORMANCE COACH

Chloe graduated from Winona State University in 2021 with a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science. She also graduated from the University of Wisconsin - River Falls in 2022 with a master's degree in Strength and Conditioning.   While at Winona State Chloe was on the Women's Rugby team.  

While at River Falls Chloe worked remotely with the WSU Women's Rugby team as their Strength and Conditioning coordinator. She also worked as a personal trainer and was a top 5 trainer in the company. Chloe continues to train clients and share her passion for coaching. Chloe's specialties are injury rehabilitation, group coaching, and sports programming.    

HEAD SPORTS PERFORMANCE COACH

Sebastian graduated from University of La Crosse in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science. 

During his time at UWL Sebastian Interned at the Sports Performance Center helping

train the wrestling and track teams. Additionally, he worked as a personal trainer at the YMCA

where he gained experience working with different age groups and special populations. 

One of his favorite experiences was working as a head instructor for the Live Strong Program, helping cancer patients and survivors build back their strength and stamina.

Seb believes that the process of getting strong and athletic should be something we look

forward to. Whether it’s making a program specific to a sport or creating something sustainable

for a busy lifestyle the key is that you enjoy the process because if you like it, you’ll stick to it.

He continues to coach and train clients with this philosophy with the end goal improving

performance and cultivating a healthier lifestyle.

- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise & Sports Science

- Jiu Jitsu competitor at Iron Works Driftless

HURDLER & SPEED SPECIALIST

Devon graduated from Southern Utah University in 2019 with his bachelor’s in Physical Education Teaching & Coaching. While at Southern Utah, Devon ran D1 track & field, setting school records in all 3 hurdles events. He also qualified for NCAA Division 1 preliminaries for nationals all 4 years of competition, finishing as high as 17th in the West in the 110m hurdles. Since college, Devon moved to Wisconsin, where he is the Director of sprints & hurdles and Director of strength & conditioning for Viterbo track and field for the 4th year. 

Devon continues to perfect his craft in the hurdles post graduation, finishing #12 in the United States in the 60 meter hurdles, as well as a United States top 100 finish in the 110 meter hurdles in 2024! Devon holds NASM certifications as a personal trainer and nutrition coach. With these, Devon adds to his specialties of macronutrient guidance, group fitness, stretching, & sports performance. A few more of his accomplishments include:

- Facility record holder at Ripon College, UW-Stout, UW-La Crosse, & UW-Oshkosh, University of Dubuque, University of St. Thomas, & St. Olaf College! 

- New personal records in the 60mHH & 110mHH (7.77 60mHH & 13.89 110mHH)

- 4 standing program records at Southern Utah University

- 12x Big Sky All-Conference Honors, being a 4x Big Sky Conference champion

Broke the Men’s and Women’s Track & Field program record for points scored 3 years in a row. (Viterbo University)

- 42 National Qualifying marks since 2021. (Viterbo University)

HITTING SPECIALIST - BASEBALL / SOFTBALL

Coach Schellsmidt brings a wealth of experience to Three Rivers Performance, having coached at Marshalltown Community College, the University of Dubuque, and served with the Philadelphia Phillies and Baltimore Orioles Midwest Scout Teams.

He has developed over 20 professional players, 41 Division 1 athletes, and 9 All-Americans, as well as numerous college athletes across various levels. 

Recognized as a lead hitting instructor for the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Academy, Coach Schellsmidt has also worked as an associate scout for the Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers.

Additionally, he founded the River Valley Collegiate League, hosting over 125 players nationwide. Coach Schellsmidt holds certifications in Blast Motion, K-Motion Level 1, and is an IYCA Speed & Agility Specialist.

SPEED SPECIALIST / 

SPORTS PERFORMANCE COACH

Dillon has a reputation for breaking the age-old adage of “You can’t teach speed”. Whether it’s working with 1st graders on the basic fundamentals of movement or helping pro prospects get ready for their combine 40-yard dash, Dillon uses simple, straightforward coaching, backed by science, to help you get faster in all directions for any sport. Looking at his background:

- Started as a true freshman as a 

Cornerback for #1 ranked D2 Football team in the nation

University of Minnesota Duluth

- Earned his Undergraduate degree in Physical Education from Winona State University 

-Completed a master's degree in Physical Education from University of Wisconsin La Crosse

- 6 yrs coaching Track Sprinters

- 3 yrs coaching H.S. Football 

GYM DOG

River is our mascot here at Three Rivers Performance.  She is Charcoal Labrador. When Coach Hodges is here, she will be around to greet you and make sure you are showing up. River will cheer you on during your workout or watch you from afar. She loves sleeping upstairs in the office and going on walks downtown La Crosse to visit other businesses.

Make sure you stop in to see her and give her a treat!