Coach Calvin Parker is the founder of Elevation Athletics and brings over 45 years of coaching experience in football, track & field, speed, agility, and overall athletic development. Born in Washington, DC, and raised in Vienna, Virginia, Coach Parker developed his passion for athletics through the Vienna Youth Football League.

A record-setting running back at James Madison High School, Coach Parker built a strong foundation in discipline, toughness, preparation, and performance under pressure. While personal circumstances prevented him from continuing his playing career at the college level, those experiences helped shape his lifelong commitment to coaching and mentoring athletes.

Throughout his career, Coach Parker has worked with athletes of all ages and skill levels, emphasizing fundamentals, durability, speed development, and game-ready performance. He is known for his small-group, detail-oriented coaching approach, ensuring each athlete receives individualized instruction, correction, and feedback.

At Elevation Athletics, Coach Parker continues to help athletes build confidence, resilience, and habits that translate both on and off the field.