Our Coaches

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2009

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?

I grew up as an athlete but during my high school days had 2 major knee reconstructive surgeries. During recovery I was told I would never be able to run/squat ever again. After such a blow I fell into a depression for a few years until finally I had enough. Gave CrossFit a try and instantly became hooked. I ended up changing my entire career goals and dove head first into the fitness world.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I started off personal training in “globo” gyms but it just didn’t feel right. I was doing CrossFit to stay fit so why would I not combine the two worlds and follow my passion.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Snatch

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer
• CrossFit Kids Trainer
• CrossFit Mobility Instructor
• USAW Sports Performance Coach
• AED/CPR Certified

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2006

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?

Always have been into sports since birth I think. CrossFit, sports, fitness and nutrition teaches me so much about the mind, body and soul and is literally an adventure for me.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

Working out and being with people who want to learn this stuff is why I do this.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Muscle ups or pistols because of how much proprioception actually goes into each movement .

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Basic Barbell
• CrossFit Rowing
• CrossFit Olympic Lifting
• West Side Barbell Powerlifting seminar
• Robb Wolff Nutrition
• DC, VA, and WVA Sectionals 2010 – 9th Place (2nd in WOD #1, 4th in WOD #4)
• Central East Regionals 2010 – 24th Place
• CPR Certified
• Nationally Registered EMT
• Firefighter/EMS

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2015

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?

I got bored with all of the bro-science type workouts I would get online and do in a normal gym.  When I started training hoping to go out for Rescue Swimming I started looking for new ways to train.  Crossfit stuck around as the more well-rounded training style for what I wanted to do.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

Fame.  Glory.  To be able to argue with my wife about movements and have a certification behind it.  But mostly because the gym is my stress relief, I love going there and always liked when people asked for movement tips.  Now I can get paid to do what I already enjoyed doing.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Bench press?  I don’t think that counts, so even though I suck and my numbers aren’t where I want them to be, I do enjoy the rare occasion when my snatch actually feels like I know what I’m doing.

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• USAW Olympic Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach
• CPR Certified

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2007

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?

Having been an athlete in some form, from the time I started school all the way through playing college lacrosse and rugby, I wanted to ensure I was in the best shape possible going into the Marine Corps Marathon in 2007. I needed a new routine that would ensure that I would be healthy come race day, as well as the days/weeks leading up to it. I happened to stumble across the world of CrossFit in January of that year, and I haven’t looked back since. CrossFit allows me the freedom to not only physically challenge myself in ways I’ve never thought before, but mentally as well. I may be older now than when I started, but I’ve never been in better shape, nor more mentally tough.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

As ridiculous as it may sound, I was born to educate. Being a high school teacher by trade, it was only natural to take those skills into the gym atmosphere, and help guide people there. We all started at square one, with a PVC pipe and bands on the bar, so to be able to relate to that feeling and to break the moves and transitions down for members so that they begin to see success, is an amazing feeling.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Power Clean…followed closely by double-unders.

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• USAW Sports Performance Coach
• CrossFit Endurance
• CrossFit Kettlebell Trainer
• CrossFit Gymnastics
• Adaptive Athlete Coach
• Aerial Dance Instructor
• Reiki Practitioner
• CPR/AED Certified

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING? 

I started CrossFit in 2013

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)? 

I have been active my entire life. I was a competitive gymnast for 12 years and a collegiate pole vaulter for Ohio University’s track and field team. When I graduated college, I knew I would need something that would push me the way sports always did. Once I graduated, I tried out a CrossFit class and was hooked! I loved that CrossFit tricked me into doing cardio and included gymnastics and lifting movements that I had experience with. I also knew transitioning out of sports would be hard because I have always worked out with other people and never had motivation to workout by myself. The CrossFit community is what motivated me to come back day after day, even after feeling so sore and tired from the tough workouts.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I have worked in fitness since college and have always loved to surround myself with other health fanatics. I became a trainer because I love helping people work to achieve their goals. The energy in the gym when someone masters a new skill or hits a new PR is so contagious and I love being apart of that.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Snatches and handstand push ups

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• B.S. Journalism
• Nutrition Educator for the University of the District of Columbia

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2011

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?

My sons started doing CrossFit and asked me to join them. They wanted me to have a structured environment to work on strength movements and help me with my form,

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I love working with children and getting them involved in exercise and strength movements helps with their confidence, body image and overall health.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Strict press because it makes me stronger overhead. I do not have a lot of upper body strength.

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• CrossFit Kids Trainer
• CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer
• CrossFit Judges Course
• AED/CPR Certified

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2016

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?  

I started my fitness journey running and following random lifting programs. I quickly learned that following random programs was going to lead to random results so I started looking for a program that would help improve my running. I tried a few different group fitness classes and fell in love with CrossFit. Not only did my running improve, but my overall outlook on fitness changed. My goals changed from being skinny to being strong!

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

The more I grow as an athlete, the more I think I have to offer other athletes who are looking to become a better version of themselves. There is a place for everyone in a CrossFit gym, whether you’re competitive or just starting out, and I want to help everyone find their place.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT? 

Clean & Jerk

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START WEIGHTLIFTING?

2018

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (WEIGHTLIFTING)?  

I got into fitness because throughout high school, I was never able to find a sport that I liked or felt like I belonged to. So, overtime I discovered CrossFit and only did it for about 2 months till I transitioned strictly to Olympic weightlifting.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I became a trainer because of my extensive experience as an Olympic weightlifting athlete. I felt I could transition my love for the sport into coaching, allowing me to share my passion with others. I enjoy teaching and sharing this experience with others.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT? 

My favorite movement in Olympic weightlifting always switches every now and then but I would say clean & jerk, especially when it comes to competitions.

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• USAW Olympic Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach
• CPR Certified

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2008

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)? 

Military is the easiest answer…I had no choice.  CrossFit was the newest fad in 2008, so we tried it.  Here I am 16 years later doing it.  So much for the fad.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

It was about helping others.  I believe in the science and basics of CF and think others could benefit.  Plus, I always enjoyed teaching so it was a happy coincidence.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Burpee without question

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree Exercise Science and Wellness
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• CrossFit  Olympic Weightlifting Trainer
• CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer
• CrossFit Powerlifting Trainer
• CrossFit Rowing Trainer
• IKFF Level 1 Teacher
• NASE Specialist for Competition
• NASM Human Kinetics Advanced Exercise Nutrition

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING? 

2007. Watched a couple of army buddies do some crazy stuff outside of our company building and wanted to fit in.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I love being a part of the fitness community. And as I get older, I think one of the best ways to be active in the community is to coach and mentor those who are starting their fitness adventure or discovering CrossFit.

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• EMT- Basic

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2009

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?  

I started with playing sports in middle school and realized that fitness was key for overall development and competition. CrossFit was introduced to me in 2009 by one of my mentors. It was fun, challenging, and an amazing environment with like minded people. It was a community of encouragement, purpose, and teamwork.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I wanted to give back to CrossFit by helping others become a better version of themselves. It doesn’t take much to make a difference in a person’s life and coaching is one of many ways.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT? 

Squats and Deadlifts

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• CrossFit Endurance Trainer
• CrossFit Kids Trainer
• CrossFit Olympic Weightlifting Trainer

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

I originally found CrossFit through a CF Kids class at my local gym in 2013. I instantly fell in love with it and went to the gym as often as I could! I always took a liking to the Olympic Lifts and started to specialize and compete in Olympic Weightlifting in 2016.

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)? 

As I mentioned, I started fitness at a pretty young age. I did sports like my local swim team and little league soccer, but I didn’t fall in love with fitness until I found CrossFit and weightlifting. Of course, the CF Kids dodgeball matches made it all the more fun, but I loved all of the variety that CrossFit had to offer. I felt like I was improving every day and finding all sorts of new and impressive skills that I could continually better myself at and achieve.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I originally began coaching by starting up the CrossFit Kids program at my childhood gym again. I loved giving the kids an opportunity to have fun in the gym and enjoy working out. From there, I started coaching adult classes as well and loved every minute of it, interacting with the community and helping people to improve every day.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Snatch and clean & jerk!

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• CrossFit Gymnastics Certified
• USAW Olympic Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach
• CPR/AED certified

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

I started CrossFit in 2018!

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)? 

I got into fitness through my mom, think step aerobics. I was always big into movement, but really found community in weightlifting in 2018.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I became a trainer because I LOVE coaching and am striving to be better every day. I wanted to lead others in the same pursuit (it is nice to have a guiding hand!)

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

My favorite weightlifting movement is the snatch and wall balls!

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Yoga Instructor through YTT
• NASM personal training/ nutrition
• Physical Therapist Assistant

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING? 

2011

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?  

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I want to help people start and more importantly maintain healthy habits throughout their whole lives.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

The cluster! Great all around movement

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

“Officially”, Feb 2011

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?

I fell into a rut despite being physically active my whole life. I needed a jumpstart.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

CrossFit positively changed my life and I wanted my community to have the same experience.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Snatches/Overhead Squats, Pull Ups

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• CrossFit Powerlifting
• CrossFit Weightlifting
• CrossFit Endurance
• USAW Sports Performance
• AED/CPR/ EMT
• Firefighter/EMS

WHAT YEAR DID YOU START CROSSFITTING?

2008

WHY DID YOU GET INTO FITNESS (AND CROSSFIT)?

I got my start in CrossFit back in May 2008 at Outlaw CrossFit (formerly known as CrossFit Alexandria). It started as an internship that was a requirement to fulfill my Exercise Science degree at Virginia Commonwealth University. I then went on to become a full time personal trainer in Washington Sports Clubs, and continued teaching CrossFit classes- this included heading some classes at Andrews Air Force Base for a couple years, 6-1/2years at Outlaw, and finally ending up at the awesome CrossFit Woodbridge. I love to see clients accomplish goals that they would not have otherwise reached on their own for whatever reason.

WHY DID YOU BECOME A TRAINER?

I have always had an interest in health and helping people…This lead me to pursuing my exercise science degree, which then easily led me into the world of fitness.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CROSSFIT MOVEMENT?

Deadlift, Back Squat, and Power Cleans

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS:

• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• B.S. Exercise Science/Applied Health Sciences
• NSCA – Certified Personal Trainer
• Kettlebell Concepts
• CPR/AED, EMT
• Firefighter/ EMS