Grand Canyon University Athletics
Dance Team

Eric Jackson
- Title:
- Sports Performance Coach
- Email:
- Eric.Jackson@gcu.edu
Eric Jackson was named a GCU sports performance coach in August 2024. He is now heading into his second year at GCU for the 2025-2026 season. Jackson serves as the performance coach for Dance, Cheer, Women's Tennis, Track & Field, and assists the Women's Basketball team.
Previously, Jackson interned with the University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Men's Basketball team. Before this experience, he also worked as a trainer at Accelerate Basketball, a facility under the guidance of Stephen Curry's personal trainer, Brandon Payne.
Jackson graduated with a B.S. in Exercise Science from UNCC and is currently pursuing his M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness at GCU. Jackson is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) under the National Strength and Conditioning Association.