Meet Danielle Kawash

Dedicated to empowering first responders through tailored wellness and performance coaching rooted in real-world experience.

28+ years in health & fitness

Experience

I've spent over 28 years blending nutrition, coaching, and lifestyle medicine to optimize my clients' health and performance. I've dedicated the last 8+ years to working with first responders empowering them thrive on and off the job.

Roles

Health & Wellness Coordinator

Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office

2023 - Present

Leads health & wellness programs for sheriff’s office personnel.

Founder First In Wellness

2016 - 2025

Created tailored coaching programs for first responders.

Education & Certifications

MS in Nutrition Science, San Jose state university

BA in English Writing, St. lawrence university

Registered dietitian, Commission on dietetic registration

Diploma in Sports Nutrition (OfQual EQF Level 7/MS degree level, CFI accredited), Institute Of Performance Nutrition

Certified Health and Well-Being Coach, Wellcoaches School of Coaching

Certified Professional Coach, Wellcoaches School of Coaching

Board certified health and Wellness coach, national board for health and wellness coaching

Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine

Certified Sports Nutrition Coach, National Academy of Sports Medicine

CPR certified, National Academy of Sports Medicine

PN Level 1 Sleep, Stress Management, and Recovery Coaching Certification, Precision Nutrition

Academy instructor certification, post

physical training certification, post

Praise

What first responders say

Danielle’s coaching transformed how I manage stress and recovery during long shifts. Truly life-changing.

Mark T.
A focused firefighter in full gear taking a mindful breath outdoors at sunrise.
A focused firefighter in full gear taking a mindful breath outdoors at sunrise.

Santa Clara

The wellness program Danielle developed helped our team improve endurance and mental clarity on duty.

A group of law enforcement officers stretching together during a wellness session in a bright training room.
A group of law enforcement officers stretching together during a wellness session in a bright training room.
Lisa M.

Berkeley

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