MEET THE TEAM
IT'S JUST YOU AGAINST YOU -
WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR COACHES
The essence of CrossFit coaching is to get our clients to move better. Good coaches can see faults and have the tools, knowledge and ability to correct these faults. If you can get your athletes to consistently move better, you are a considered a “good coach.”
#STRONGERWAYOFLIFE
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CFL3 Trainer
PCIP Level 1, PCIP Level 2,
CHEK Exercise Coach
CHEK Golf Biomechanic
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James is the father of 3 active boys and is married to CrossFit Bowmanville co-founder Laura. He has over 25 years experience in the fitness industry and loves going to work everyday to help others improve their lives through physical activity. He states “the thing I love most about CrossFit is the accessibility of it to everyone of all fitness levels and the accountability that it brings towards achieving your goals and improving yourself with every workout”. His favorite way to spend an afternoon is hanging out with his family watching a movie or of course doing something active.
CFL3 Trainer
PN2 & PN2 Precision Nutrition
Certified Master Health Coach
CrossFit Nutrition
CrossFit Mobility Trainer
CrossFit Gymnastics
CrossFit Anatomy
Menopause For Athletes
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Laura became involved in health and fitness at a young age. She has always loved gymnastics, seeing what her body is capable of and pushing her limits. A foodie at heart, she loves cooking up healthy tasty meals for her friends and family. After becoming certified in 2009 she became involved in endurance sports. After many 10k’s, half marathons a 30K and her first marathon, she became a mom… the ultimate test of endurance!
She has incorporated CrossFit into her own fitness and that of her personal training clients for many years. When asked what she likes most about training and teaching, “We are very privileged to be able to spend our days doing what we do…I love the feeling of getting a P.R., and the way my clients react when they realize they are able to do something they never thought they were capable of”.
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CFL2 Trainer
Precision Nutrition PN1
CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer
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Mark is known affectionately within our community as Grandpa Mark – Grandfather of 10. Father of 5 daughters – Husband of 28 years.
Mark is a founding member of Crossfit Bowmanville and is a Crossfit Level 2 Trainer. When Mark is not at the gym he spends his time learning new skills in photo and video editing.
During the winter season you can find him at Brimacombe skiing in the evenings.
Mark is currently studying ways to improve the overall everyday health of our aging community through a thought project call #BWA – Better With Age
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CFL2 Trainer,
Crossfit Nutrition
Precision Nutrition PN1
Burgener Weightlifting
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Ashley has always had a love for sports such as volleyball, baseball, snowboarding and more recently Spartan racing and cycling.
She discovered a passion for health and fitness after discovering CrossFit in 2018. "Of all the gyms and programs I have been involved in, I had never experienced the warm community that is CrossFit. There is simply nothing like it".
Ashley enjoys coaching and celebrating along side members reaching goals and conquering things they never thought possible. "Little steps add to big changes".
After discovering the mental, physical and overall well-being that comes with consistency through her own fitness journey, Ashley wants to inspire others to create lasting changes, gain confidence all while discovering that exercise can be fun.
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Ryan was first introduced to CrossFit by a coworker in 2015 and never looked back.
Ryan loves the energy and athleticism that CrossFit allows him to attain and maintain as well as the community he has met along the way. His favourite part of coaching is motivating others on their fitness journeys.
CFL2 Trainer
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CFL1 Trainer
Registered Health Coach
Personal Training Specialist
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Kim is the proud mother of three active daughters and have been involved in sports and fitness with her husband for over 25 years.
Over the years, Kim has participated in many races from 5km up to the marathon distance, numerous triathlons, adventure and obstacle races. She has developed a passion for anything physical and is willing to try almost anything!
She has played ball hockey, competed in many master’s swim meets, notably competing at the World Championship Meet held in Montreal. Kim is a passionate member of the CrossFit Community and has participated in many competitive events over the last four years.
Kim has been involved in her daughter’s sports, volunteering to coach soccer and participating as a Team Trainer for hockey. Her journey in fitness started the path to her overall focus on health, nutrition and wellness.
This has led to her becoming certified as a Registered Health Coach with the Health Coach Alliance, Healthy Eating and Weight Loss Coach and Personal Trainer Specialist. Kim currently working towards the CrossFit Level 1 Certification.
“I have a passion for all things healthy and want to share the benefits for leading an active and fulfilling life.”
CFL1 Trainer
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After spending over a decade as a Crossfitter, Chris finally took the plunge into coaching in 2022 to help share the knowledge of the sport he loves. When he's not coaching or training, you can find him trying to keep up with his three sons, or spending time with his amazing wife.
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CFL1 Trainer
Varbanov School Of Weightlifting Workshop
Rachel brings a lifetime of athletic passion and community spirit to her role as a CrossFit coach. Rachel’s athletic journey began with gymnastics during her school years and extended into her volunteer work as a surf lifesaver during high school and university in sunny South Africa. A devoted field hockey player, she has competed in both outdoor and, more recently, indoor leagues.Rachel is not only a team player but enjoys endurance sports. She has completed multiple marathons, including challenging ultra marathons like the Two Oceans 56km and the Comrades Up Run 90km, and has tackled the Ironman 70.3, demonstrating her love for pushing physical limits. When not coaching or competing, Rachel enjoys hanging out with her two golden retrievers.At the heart of her coaching philosophy is a deep appreciation for the community and camaraderie found in every CrossFit box, reflecting her belief in the power of encouragement and support. Inspired by Gary Player, Rachel lives by the motto, “The harder I work, the luckier I get,” that fuels her dedication to the athletes she coaches and their success.
CFL1 Trainer
Varbanov School Of Weightlifting Workshop
Aman joined CrossFit Bowmanville in 2021. He quickly fell in love with the sport and decided to obtain his CrossFit Level 1 certification in the Fall of 2023.
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KERI
KIDS SUNDAY PROGRAM
PARTY LEAD
Keri was a competitive athlete growing up and found a renewed passion for health and fitness after her daughter was born.
Through her daughter's desire to climb and explore, Keri and her husband began learning about new ways to challenge her daughter's growing skills.
Working with obstacle courses and gymnast rings became a regular part of her family's routines at home.
Keri is passionate about sharing this way of keeping active with other parents and families.