Meet the
CrossFit Anam Team

OCCUPATION:
Affiliate Owner / Head Coach

COACHING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
2013

WHY DO I COACH?
Because it changes lives!

CERTIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer (CF-L3)
British Weight Lifting Level 2 Coach
CrossFit Weightlifting Trainer
CrossFit Football Trainer
CrossFit Kettlebell Trainer
CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer
CrossFit Masters Trainer
Brand X Method™ Kids Trainer
CrossFit Nutrition
Weightlifting For Sports Performance
BA Hons Applied Economics
PgD Computer Science & Applications

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Pull Ups

FAVOURITE WOD:
Cindy only because it was my first ever CrossFit workout.

FAVOURITE WORKOUT GEAR:
Power Athlete

FAVOURITE FOOD:
Steak

FAVOURITE TV SHOW OR MOVIE:
Star Wars. All of them. Even the mess that was ‘The Acolyte’.

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND:
Played Gaelic Football for a long time (many would say too long…), represented my county at all levels & a few decades for my club Erin’s Own Cargin.

OCCUPATION:
Coach

COACHING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
2022

WHY DO I COACH?
Coaching/Personal Training has been a part of my life since 2013. From coaching in commercial leisure centers, private gyms, Hotels/Resorts, Summer Camps for Kids in America and now CrossFit. All for the same reasons and aims to help people reach their goals and live a healthy lifestyle.
I joined CrossFit Anam as a member after attending a number of CrossFit gyms in Belfast. After getting to know the people, the programming and the high level of coaching I was keen to get involved as a coach.

CERTIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer (CF-L2)
Sports Massage L3 Diploma Active IQ
British Weight Lifting L1
British Powerlifting L1
Fitness Instructor/Personal Training L2/L3
GP Referral in Medical Referral Scheme – Wrights Foundations

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Overhead Squats

FAVOURITE WOD:
Open 22.2

FAVOURITE WORKOUT GEAR:
Rogue / NoBull

FAVOURITE FOOD:
Chicken Fillet Burger

FAVOURITE TV SHOW OR MOVIE:
The Office (American )

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND:
My background in any kind of sport would be Olympic weightlifting & Powerlifting. I’ve competed in a number of competitions representing NI in both of these.

OCCUPATION:
CrossFit Coach

COACHING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
Oct 2018

WHY DO I COACH?
I have always had an interest in sport, health and fitness which led me to coaching. CrossFit Anam has a brilliant group of coaches and members, which makes it an enjoyable and rewarding place to coach.

CERTIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer (CF-L2)
British Weight Lifting L1
Brand X Professional Youth Coach
Level 1 Gaelic Football
PGCE Physical Education (Secondary)
Bsc Hons Sport and Exercise Science

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Squat Clean/Rowing/Deadlift

FAVOURITE WOD:
DT

FAVOURITE WORKOUT GEAR:
Just loads of layers until I warm up!

FAVOURITE FOOD:
Porridge (but it has to be hand delivered to the gym )

FAVOURITE TV SHOW OR MOVIE:
The Blindside

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND:
Current gaelic footballer and retired camogie player.

OCCUPATION:
Teacher

COACHING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
2014

WHY DO I COACH?
I enjoy working with people and see them achieve things they maybe didn’t think was possible. Have always had an interest in sport, health and fitness which led me to coaching. CrossFit Anam is a fantastic environment to work in, one where staff and members are made to feel valued. 

CERTIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer (CF-L3)
CrossFit Football
British Weight Lifting Level 1
PGCE Business Education
BA Hons Accounting
Mortgage Advice Qualification 🙂

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Barbell Snatch or Overhead Squat

FAVOURITE WOD:
Nancy

FAVOURITE WORKOUT GEAR:
Rogue

FAVOURITE FOOD:
Pizza

FAVOURITE TV SHOW OR MOVIE:
Yellowstone or Gladiator

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND:
Come from a Gaelic football background and still currently play for club 3rds.  Always had an interest in strength and conditioning and CrossFit was a perfect fit.  

First exposure was watching Rich Froning, Josh Bridges and Dan Bailey at the Games.

OCCUPATION:
Diagnostic Radiographer
CrossFit Coach

COACHING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
2016- CFM days

WHY DO I COACH?
I completed the CrossFit Level 1 (with some encouragement from others) and straight away wanted to share the knowledge and experience I had gained. CrossFit is known for its strong sense of community and I enjoy coaching in that environment. I have a passion for fitness and love to help others. Coaching in CrossFit Anam provides me with the opportunity to help others with their fitness and health, overcoming personal challenges and for some, provide an hour for “Me Time” which all are rewarding in their own way as a coach.

CERTIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography & Imaging
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer (CF-L2)

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Ohh… torn between Thrusters & Lateral Burpee over Bar

FAVOURITE WOD:
Fran

FAVOURITE WORKOUT GEAR:
This could take a while…
•CRZ Yoga Leggings & Nano X3s are my go to
•Nobull
•Koncept
•HSTL. MADE
•Muscle Republic
•R.A.Ds

FAVOURITE FOOD:
Just A Wee Baker Banana & Choc Muffin

FAVOURITE TV SHOW OR MOVIE:
Home Alone- Kevin!!!!

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND:
Does 40/40 and farming count?
Played Gaelic for Moneyglass Ladies
Unfortunately Radiography shift work took over and I became a full time CrossFitter in 2014.
FYI- Radiography shift work is 10/10 for CrossFit class timetables.

OCCUPATION:
Construction Commercial Manager

COACHING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
June 2013

WHY DO I COACH?
I coach because I enjoy helping and developing others. I really enjoy coaching the Strength and Olympic Lifting aspects of CrossFit. I also love the social factor and meeting new people. I feel like my personality fits well as I am an outgoing, sociable person which the gym environment suits and that helps bring out the best in others. There is a ‘team’ environment in CrossFit which, from a coaching perspective, brings a sense of inclusivity and camaraderie.

CERTIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer (CF-L3)
British Weight Lifting Level 1 Coach
CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer
BA Hons Quantity Surveying

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Hang Power Cleans & Pull Ups

FAVOURITE WOD:
Fran & Grace

FAVOURITE WORKOUT GEAR:
HSTL and Gym & Coffee

FAVOURITE FOOD:
I’ll go with porridge and fruit…but probably a complete lie in fairness.

FAVOURITE TV SHOW OR MOVIE:
The Office (UK)

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND:
Was into Gaelic Football which then developed into a level of strength training out of season.

OCCUPATION:
Physiotherapist

COACHING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
May 2014

CERTIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer (CF-L2)
British Weight Lifting Level 2 Coach
CrossFit Gymnastics
Body Control Pilates Teacher
BSc Hons Physiotherapy
PG Dip clinical exercise for the diseased population
BACPR – Physical Activity & Exercise in the Management of CVD, 1&2
BACPR – Assessing Functional Capacity

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Handstand Push Ups

OCCUPATION:
Full time Firefighter and part time Global Head of Marketing at CFA.

WORKING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
2018 (I think)

WHY DO I WORK IN CROSSFIT ANAM?
When social media was becoming more prevalent in everyday marketing, I realised there was far more potential for CFA to promote themselves and grow.

I mentioned to Eamon one day many years ago, that I would happily help out with Instagram every now and again to take the pressure off…. and here we are, locked in!

Whilst I’m subject to some unwarranted abuse and dirty looks (depending what time of the day I bring the camera out), the Craic is mighty and it’s a great opportunity for me to get to know 99.9% of our members!

CERTIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
I have BSc (Hons) in Communication, Advertising and Marketing. However, this is not essential criteria to torture people on social media.

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Bench press, snatch and double unders!

FAVOURITE WOD:
I can tell you my least favourite wod. And for as long as I live, it will always be “Kalsu”.

FAVOURITE WORKOUT GEAR:
Shorts, vans and a heavy metal T-shirt!

FAVOURITE FOOD:
Does Guinness count?

FAVOURITE TV SHOW OR MOVIE:
Disney’s Robin Hood is the best film of all time. ‘Dunston Checks In’ is also one of my favourites.

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND:
I’ve been playing camogie and football for the last 29 years and somehow haven’t quite retired yet! I started CrossFit in 2013 and I’ve also recently added Handball to my list of extra curricular activities.

OCCUPATION:
Teacher

COACHING IN CROSSFIT ANAM SINCE:
August 2017 when we launched our CrossFit Kids program.

WHY I COACH?
Being married to the owner!
I always wish I had started CrossFit earlier in my life, so I think it great to coach the youth classes to
give children the opportunity to develop their skills and teach them how to move well and safely.
The adult classes are fun and rewarding and you always get a laugh each day.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of Education with Geography
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer (CF-L2)
Various sports courses in athletics, basketball, Gaelic football and primary gymnastics.

FAVOURITE MOVEMENT:
Enjoy Hang power cleans and overhead movements such as shoulder press/push press.
Love the challenge of learning new gymnastic skills.

FAVOURITE WOD:
It’s hard to pick a favourite. DT is a great wod.
There are some I complain about and may utter the words “I am never doing that again” but I always do and just enjoy the challenge of giving them a go such as Murph or Chad.

FAVOURITE WORKOUT GEAR:
Nobull or Nike

FAVOURITE FOOD:
Eggs and Chocolate

FAVOURTIE TV SHOW:
I cannot pick. There are a lot of Star War shows watched in our house so it’s hard to get watching anything else!

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND:
I have always been involved in sport through the years.
I was a member of an athletics club from age 8 to 18. I competed at a number of events and at national level in the triple jump where I was All Ireland Under 17 champion.
I also participated in a gymnastics and trampoline club until age 15.
I played ladies Gaelic football for university, club and county.