Joe Riggio – Founder | President

We have created an amazing team of professional coaches to help guide you every step of the way! We can’t wait to see you in the gym.

Mike Capriglione – General Manager

Hey Everyone, I am Coach Mike and I am literally the first ever Varsity House employee.

I started back in 2009. I went from Vacuuming and cleaning the whole gym by myself every week to the director of Training in 2014. I recently, in 2021, became the General Manager.

I enjoy helping people prove that “YOU CAN DO IT” and seeing them achieve goals they never thought possible.

I look forward to meeting you and helping you become the next success story!

Adam Menner – Training Director

Hey everyone! My name is Adam Menner and I’m the Director of Training here at the Mecca, Varsity House Gym! I played basketball my entire life growing up which was plagued by injury.

The rehabilitation process is what made me fall in love with the science of training.

I help everyday gym goers and athletes feel better, move better, and perform better by taking a holistic approach. I can’t wait to help you!

Joey McNearny – Head Coach

Hi I’m Joey. I trained with Joe when I was 11 years old and have been a member of TeamVH ever since. When I was young, I struggled with my weight and sports and fitness where my way of staying in shape.

I’m a Phys Ed teacher now love educating people on how to stay physically active, get fit, and be healthy.

See you in the gym!

Vin Pagliaroli – Head Coach

Hi I’m Vin! I started coming to Varsity House Gym as a member at the old gym in February 2014. Since that day I was instantly hooked and spent the next 6 straight years training as an athlete. Because of this gym it helped me get the chance to play 4 years of collegiate football at SUNY Cortland where I graduated with a degree in Criminology. The culture of this gym is unmatched amongst the staff and clients. It’s amazing to see where this gym was when I joined compared to where it has grown now. I can’t wait to help you look, feel, and perform your best.

Kat Espinal – Head Coach

Hi I’m Kat! I am an aspiring powerlifter who is a hardworking, determined and resilient coach looking to help others become the best version of themselves.

VH is my safe place, I’ve developed many friendships in the past 2 years with my coworkers and clients that’s made me realize that Varsity house is a special place. It’s more than just a gym, it is a community of great like-minded individuals.

I can’t wait to help you reach you own personal goals!

Stephanie Boyaci – Associate Head Coach | Nutritionist

Hi I’m Coach Steph!

I’m one of the newest coaches here at Varsity House, I am super grateful to be working alongside some of the best coaches sin the industry. I’m also a nutritionist and LOVE helping people find the right balance of diet and exercise to fit their goals and lifestyle.

I’m so excited to be part of your fitness journey!

Alex – Coach

Hi I’m Alex!

I have been training here since I was in middle school and loved it so much I became a part of Team VH as a coach! The staff helped train and prepare me for every sport that I have ever played. Without their coaching and guidance I never would have been able to play 5 years of softball at the University of Rhode Island.
I want to help influence other athletes and adults like those previously have done for me. You can achieve anything with a great coach supporting and guiding you.
I look forward to meeting and working with all of you!