Amy Jamieson

Amy Jamieson is a health educator, university lecturer, curriculum developer, and longevity-focused wellness professional with more than 25 years of experience in higher education, health sciences, fitness, and behavior change education. She specializes in healthy aging, women's health, performance wellness, health promotion, and evidence-based lifestyle education designed to improve long-term vitality and quality of life.

Amy's work combines academic rigor with practical application, helping students and clients translate scientific research into sustainable lifestyle practices. Her teaching and coaching philosophy emphasizes empowerment, resilience, critical thinking, and personalized approaches to health and longevity. As a lifelong athlete and master competitive runner, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work in performance, wellness, and healthy aging.

Certifications & Professional Credentials

• Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Coach (NASM)
• Performance Enhancement Coach (NASM)
• Certified Health Coach (ACE)
• Nutrition Certification (AASDN)
• Online Teaching & Learning Certifications (POCR/Online Course Review & Accessibility)

Teaching & Professional Experience

• Senior Lecturer, University of California, Santa Barbara (Exercise & Sport Studies)
• Adjunct Faculty, Ventura College (Health and Kinesiology)
• Department Chair, UCSB Exercise & Sport Studies
• Director of Independent Studies & Internship Programs
• Director of Wellness and Fitness Institute, UCSB Exercise & Sport Studies
• Member of the Center for Aging and Longevity, UC Santa Barbara

Education

Master of Science (M.S.) in Health Science & Kinesiology. Specialization: Injury Prevention & Performance Enhancement.

Teaching Philosophy

Amy is passionate about helping others build healthier, stronger, and more meaningful lives through education grounded in science, empathy, and real-world application. Her teaching approach emphasizes engagement, accessibility, and empowerment, creating supportive learning environments where students feel motivated to grow, think critically, and apply knowledge in practical ways that enhance long-term wellbeing and success.

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