Zenso

Specialties

Zenso is an outdoor strength community for individuals to conquer doubt and discover potential under the guidance of experienced and positive leadership. We specialize in scheduled group strength sessions and private strength training. Zenso is the antigym.

History

Established in 2013.

Zenso was born out of the need to create an environment that is positive, relaxed, process-​oriented, and actually conducive to musculoskeletal and neurological learning — away from ego-​dominated gyms and the negative messaging that seems to dominate our world.

David Butterworth, certified strength and conditioning specialist and Zenso’s founder, played baseball and football for the UC Davis Aggies before coaching in the fields of strength, baseball, football, and basketball. Through his many years of training, coaching, and research, as well as his personal and professional experiences practicing high in the mountains, along river edges, on sandy coastal beaches, in open fields, and practically anywhere outdoors he could get to, David witnessed firsthand the far-​reaching physiological, emotional, psychological, and spiritual benefits of nature. «People are more comfortable in a non-​judgmental, boundless environment and more learning happens when there’s a sense of connection.»

Meet the Business Owner

David B.

Business Owner

Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Healthy Lifestyle Coach, Zenso teammate.

Through the exploration of strength and the experience of connection in the outdoors, I’ve come to realize that practicing in a zen-​like space with pure enjoyment of what you’re doing — whether it be running around or learning new skills– is necessary for maximized learning, development, and discovering of potential. Connection with nature, as well as with your teammates, under experienced and positive leadership, is what makes Zenso different!

I received my B.A. in Communication from UC Davis (2005), while playing baseball and football for the Aggies. I’ve worked as a head football coach, strength coach for teams and individual athletes, and personal and group trainer in gym settings. I am passionate about improving our quality of life and want to share my passion for healthy living. I look forward to helping you change your life!