Paul has a degree in Kinesiology (Nutrition and Wellness) from Cal State Hayward, a Personal Fitness Trainer certification from the National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association, a Corrective Exercise Specialist certification from National Academy of Sports Medicine, a UFC Gym Coach certification and a Master at Arms certification from the Fencing Masters Program at San José State University. His education also includes an AA degree in Film Studies from College of San Mateo.

A personal trainer for over 10 years Paul has worked at 24 hour fitness and Crunch fitness. He has been teaching fencing since 1998 and also provides in-home training and outdoor boot camps.

Paul has extensive experience in corrective exercise, low back pain management, functional training, and postural correction.

He also offers nutritional planning and diet consultation.

A Navy reserve Chief Mass Communication Specialist, Paul has two tours in Afghanistan.

Paul has an extensive background in theater and film and has worked as a fight choreographer and stuntman.