Meet Andres Vasquez | Owner and coach

We had the good fortune of connecting with Andres Vasquez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Andres, have you ever found yourself in a spot where you had to decide whether to give up or keep going? How did you make the choice?
Knowing whether to keep going or give up isn’t always clear in the moment. There were times when I questioned everything — financially, emotionally, and mentally. The truth is, most people don’t quit because something isn’t working. They quit because it gets uncomfortable, slow, or uncertain.
For me, the difference comes down to purpose. If what you’re building still matters to you — if it still feels honest, even when it’s hard — then you keep going. You adjust, you learn, you evolve, but you don’t walk away just because it’s difficult.
At the same time, I’ve learned that continuing doesn’t mean doing the same thing over and over. Sometimes “keep going” means changing your approach, letting go of your ego, and being willing to rebuild parts of the process. That’s something fighting taught me — you don’t win every round, but you stay in it and find another way.
Giving up, to me, isn’t about stopping — it’s about walking away from something you still believe in. As long as that belief is there, and the work still has meaning, I’ll keep showing up.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
My work is about building people, not just training them. I coach Muay Thai, strength training, and corrective exercise, but more than anything, I teach people how to keep showing up — especially when they don’t want to. At Libertá, no one is treated like a client. They’re students. Whether they’re brand new or experienced, they’re here to learn, struggle, and earn their progress.
What sets us apart is honesty. We don’t sell motivation or chase trends. We build discipline. The work is consistent, structured, and sometimes uncomfortable — but that’s where the change happens.
Getting here wasn’t easy. I stepped away from fighting when my family needed me, and over time I experienced a lot of loss along with dealing with financial pressure and real moments where closing the doors felt inevitable.
Those experiences stripped things down for me. They taught me that strength isn’t loud. It’s built in the quiet moments — when no one’s watching, when nothing feels certain, and you still choose to continue. I learned to carry what’s heavy and keep moving forward.
What I want people to understand is that Libertá isn’t just a place to train. It’s a place where people come to face themselves. The work isn’t easy, and it’s not supposed to be. But it’s real — and that’s what makes it matter.

This place was built through struggle — and it stands because of it.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
One of my favorite places is Ring donuts, the best tofu donuts hands down. And for a nice cocktail and dinner Truman House tavern.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
There are a few people I carry with me in everything I do — especially the ones I’ve lost.
My grandfather was the one who first introduced me to boxing. He didn’t just teach me how to train — he taught me discipline, structure, and what it means to show up every day whether you feel like it or not. That foundation shaped everything.
My uncle also played a big role in my life. He reinforced that same work ethic and showed me the importance of staying grounded and responsible, no matter what path you choose.
And my brother — he brought a completely different kind of influence. He was creative, fearless, and unapologetically himself. He didn’t follow a path just because it was expected, and that stayed with me. He reminded me that whatever you build has to be real. It has to reflect who you are.
All three of them shaped me in different ways — discipline, responsibility, and authenticity. They’re not here physically, but they’re part of Libertá in ways most people don’t see. The way I coach, the standards I hold, and the culture we’ve built — a lot of that comes from them.
So if there’s anyone who deserves recognition in my story, it’s them.

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