Richard Figueroa

My name is Richard
I’m from Escondido, CA
I’m a Junior at California State University San Marcos, pursuing a degree in Kinesiology (Movement Science)
This is my first year on staff at Falling Creek
I’m teaching fitness and woodworking
My favorite magical or mythical creature is The Liver Bird, Liverpool’s mythical guardian and the bird on Liverpool F.C.’s club crest (my favorite football team).
Something I completed on my “bucket list”? I checked off paintballing. It was a mix of fun and pure rush—especially since my brother invited me the day before and I had no idea what to expect. The different courses kept things tricky, and my mask fogging up whenever I heard people nearby definitely added to the chaos. Getting hit with paint wasn’t exactly the most fun thing in the world, especially from my own teammates, but overall it was an enjoyable experience, and definitely a one-and-done for me.
My favorite sandwich is a PB&J. It was my go-to school lunch, and it brings back a lot of youthful memories. Simple but the best.