I’ve been a Registered Massage Therapist for over 25 years. I also provide cupping therapy and fascial taping and I’m a Certified Holistic Nutritionist.

I first joined CrossFit Kitchener in 2012 with two small boys at home. It became one of my biggest priorities and a significant role in my social life. 

In March 2021, I felt it was the right time to take the step to get my L1 Coaching certification. I have such a passion for CrossFit in general, and specifically the CFK family. Fast forward to 2023, the opportunity presented itself to become an owner. I am dedicated to this community and my goal is to make each class the best hour of your day!

Hope to see you in my class soon!

Qualifications

CrossFit Level 2 Certification - 2024
CrossFit Level 1 Certification (CF-OL1) - 2022
Coaching Fundamentals
Certified Holistic Nutritionist - 2013
Functional Movement Tape Doc - 2013
Registered Massage Therapist - 1999
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I’m a highly driven fitness professional and earned my Physical Education degree from Universidade Estadual de Pernambuco Brazil in 2011. Starting as a Coach in 2012 at Vip Fitness Academia, I excelled in strength and conditioning programs, establishing a client-centric approach.

In July 2020, I co-founded BFC CrossFit in Recife, Brazil, assuming the role of Co-Owner and Head Coach. Responsible for technical administration, I provided impeccable training programs and represented the company in local CrossFit competitions. Now I am enjoying life in Canada, with my amazing wife.

I have a passion for CrossFit, with a career marked by unwavering commitment to excellence. My legacy as a fitness entrepreneur continues to inspire and empower others, leaving a lasting impact on the health and wellness community. I’m proficient in both English and Portuguese, outgoing and approachable.

Qualifications

CrossFit Level 1 Certification (CF-L1)
CrossFit Level 2 Certification (CF-L2)
CrossFit Running

I started CrossFit after I found the activities that I love doing outside of the gym were not as easy as they used to be. Why was I spending time in the gym and not feeling good doing the things I love? This left me frustrated and unmotivated.

By joining CrossFit Kitchener not only did the CrossFit training methodology better prepare me for the sports and hobbies I have outside of the gym like running, cross-country skiing, wakeboarding, mountain biking, and hiking, but I was also moving better, and feeling more confident about myself. Not to mention I was motivated to show up because of the great friends and community we have at CFK. I even met my now wife at a CrossFit class.

My hope as a coach of CFK is to not only help our members safely participate in a training program that I have benefited from, but to empower them to go outside of the gym and enjoy being active and expressing their fitness however they choose to.

Qualifications

CrossFit Programming - 2020
CrossFit Level 1 Certification (CF-L1) - 2017

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I began weight training in my basement in 2020, which ignited my passion for lifting. I had been at a commercial big box gym for 3 years before I decided that I was ready to switch things up. When I tried my first CrossFit class in August 2022, I knew CrossFit was right for me. The opportunity to build community, and the ability to strive for new goals I hadn’t experienced before in a standard gym environment was what committed me to the CrossFit methodology.

I’m a third year Honours Kinesiology student at the University of Waterloo. My goal post-graduation is to attend midwifery school based on my passion for helping people achieve their health and fitness goals, the way CrossFit has helped me achieve mine.

Over the past year I have learned to love Olympic lifting and have participated in several CrossFit competitions. In September 2023, I excitedly decided to take my L1 and have since loved helping you in your CrossFit journey. Can’t wait to see you in class!

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‍Qualifications

CrossFit Level 1 Certification (CF-L1) - 2023

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I started CrossFit in 2014, when I was completing my Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree in Dallas TX.  I had always had a passion for functional fitness and when I found CrossFit it blended my passion and career path perfectly. I was able to learn how the body moved and functioned to apply that knowledge to coaching my athletes. I started coaching in 2018 at Sopris CrossFit in Carbondale Colorado. I have a love for any gymnastics based movements as well as powerlifting. My favorite workouts are The Chief and Diane.

Outside of the gym, I can be found  spending time with my two boys or in my Chiropractic practice, Awaken Chiropractic where I specialize in treating pregnant and postpartum moms as well as athletes. 

I love helping people gain strength and achieve goals that empower them in their everyday life. I’m stoked to meet you when you join our community! 

Qualifications

CrossFit Level 1 Certification (CF-L1)
CrossFit Level 2 Certification (CF-L2)
Doctorate of Chiropractic 2014

I graduated from the Unibra University, Brazil, in 2022, studying Physical Education and Business Administration. I coached for 4 years at BFC CrossFit, Rook CrossFit, and Army CrossFit. While working the reception desk, that’s when I fell in love with CrossFit in 2017. I have taken many certified courses that specialize in Kettlebell, Weightlifting, and Gymnastics. My favorite movements are Bar Muscle ups and Snatch. 

I’m having a great time in Canada meeting new people and forming new relationships. In my spare time outside of the gym I enjoy watching movies, listening to music, and time with family and my husband.

I am now the Body Building Coach at CrossFit Kitchener and really enjoying the opportunity to do what I love, sharing my knowledge & expertise to help people build muscle, maintain bone density, and live strong, healthy lives.

I was a competitive athlete for most of my life, engaging in cheerleading, basketball, and volleyball. Discovering CrossFit in 2013, I became instantly hooked and went on to compete in weightlifting.

However, it was through these experiences that the undeniable truth was discovered - you can't out-train a bad diet. In the pursuit of not only looking good but also feeling good, I underwent numerous courses and learned from various coaches.

As a busy mom and shift worker (firefighter), consistency eluded me due to life's unpredictability always throwing curveballs.

Through trial and error, combining experiences and education, I found a balance of work and play that proved to be sustainable. This revelation became even clearer when I effortlessly shed my postpartum weight. Now I want to help as many people as I can live a healthier life with an optimal diet-intake and lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Honours Bachelor of Health Science and Leisure Studies, University of Ottawa
• Nutritional Therapist
• Advanced Clinical Weight Loss Practitioner
• Advanced Sport & Exercise Nutritional Advisor
• Advanced Dietary Supplements Advisor
• Advanced Gut Restoration Nutritional Advisor
• Advanced Food Allergies & Intolerances Nutritional Advisor
• Advanced Stress & Sleep Management Advisor
• Advanced Fertility Nutritional Advisor
• Advanced Child Brain & Development Nutritional Advisor
• CrossFit Level 1 Certification (CF-L1)