OUR WORLD CLASS COACHES

Family
My son and I are outnumbered by my wife and two daughters

Hometown
Hanover Park, IL

Occupation
Police Officer/SWAT, Air Force Reservist, Gym Owner

Interests outside the gym
Time with family, martial arts, golf, travel, tequila flights

Started CrossFit
2009 while deployed in Afghanistan

Favorite Movement
Double Unders & Squats

Dreaded Movement
Thrusters

My ``Why``
Never want to lose a foot chase

Favorite Quote
``Adapt what is useful, reject what is useless, and add what is specifically your own.” ~Bruce Lee

Fitness Education/Certs/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• Judges Certificate
• USA Powerlifting Certified Club Coach
• 1st Degree Black Belt Kum Saja Do

Family
My husband Art & I have two teenage daughters and one young son

Hometown
I have always lived in WA. Grew up in Federal Way, moved as far as Bellingham for college, currently live in Graham

Occupation
Own & operate this awesome business

Interests outside the gym
Tacos, martinis, faith, tattoos, travel, meditation

Started CrossFit
February 2015 at Iron Bar CrossFit (which became Hooligan CrossFit in 2017)

Favorite Movement
Split Jerk & Rope Climb

Dreaded Movement
All things bike

My ``Why``
I train CrossFit to fight aging, to get comfortable being uncomfortable, and model a lifestyle of health for my children

Favorite Quote
``Those who think they have not time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness.`` ~Lord Edward Stanley

Fitness Education/Certs/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• Dumbbells Certificate
• Judges Certificate
• Lesson Planning Certificate
• Running Certificate
• Scaling Certificate
• Spot the Flaw Certificate
• Teaching Movement Certificate
• Anatomy Certificate
• Coaching Fundamentals Certificate

Coach Robin Reynolds has been CrossFitting for an astounding 10 years and specializes in kickboxing and Muay Thai. She was a competitive runner for more than 13 years and has more than 15 years’ experience in martial arts, weightlifting and nutrition. She once made the cover of NW Fitness magazine.

Robin was introduced to CrossFit by a gymnast friend and has been hooked ever since. ``I wanted to learn every aspect before training others, and I wanted to compete before I could coach others to do so,`` she says. ``I’m passionate about health and fitness in the way of aiding to a better version of life!``

Her favorite quote is ``love it or leave it.`` ``It's been a deciding factor in all of my life decisions,`` she says. ``Don't like the situation you are in? Change it. Don't like how you feel at the end of the day? What can you do about it? If you go into every decision thinking this way, you will make the right choices for yourself and not what others want for you! One life, folks!``

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• Kickboxing Instructor Certification
• Muay Thai Level 1 and 2
• RRCA Certified Running Coach
• Yoga Alliance certified Yoga instructor
• Ragnar Ambassador
• PNW Ladies Running Club Ambassador

How did you start CrossFit?
I started CrossFit 7 years ago when a client of mine at the time was opening Puyallup CrossFit at the Edge and suggested I come check it out. CrossFit had been something I was hearing and seeing more of and wanted to see what the hype was about. I tried it and was hooked!

Fitness goals:
My fitness goals are to be the healthiest version of me, to always grow mentally and physically. To never settle but always strive for more. To be a good example to my kiddos.

Fitness accomplishments:
I would say my biggest fitness accomplishment would be being pregnant for 9 months x2 and was still able to CrossFit daily. It kept me sane, kept me going and definitely made for a quicker recovery. And I can deadlift over double my body weight love me some deads!

Are you married? Kids? Pets?
I am married to best friend Travis and we have two beautiful crazy little humans who keep us on our toes.

Do you have a job other than being a coach at HCF?
Outside of mom life and coaching I have been a hair stylist for 12 years and work down town at Salon Ish.

Favorite quote:
From my dad ``Strength of mind is strength of body`` and it has always stuck with me!

Favorite things to do in your free time?
I love to travel anywhere where there is warm sun and a beach. Love to wine taste, cook and spend time with family and friends.

Favorite thing about HCF:
My favorite thing about HCF is it's my other ``home``. It's where I get to workout with the ``BA Mom Crew`` in the morn and it's where I get to vent, de-stress, lift all the weight and just grow as a human!

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Lesson Planning Certificate
• Programming Certificate
• Scaling Certificate
• Teaching Movement Certificate

How did you start doing CrossFit?
My best friend had talked me into it, because I needed something with structure and something that could kick my butt. She had already been doing CrossFit for a year and assured me I would love it and it was just what I needed. She was not wrong.

Do you do any other sports?
I LOVE running (although I am slower then a turtle), wakeboarding, and snowboarding.

Fitness goals:
I want to get a muscle-up. This is a huge goal of mine. At the beginning of 2021 I finally got my first strict pull-up. I am all about setting goals, and while they make take a while to achieve... I am going to push myself to achieve them!

Fitness accomplishments:
•For the last 6 years my husband and I participated in the Fiesta 5K Ole
•Participated in the CrossFit Open the last 5 years
•Competed in 2 CrossFit competitions

Are you married?
Yes, to the…Paul Banana Hammock Consuelo Sawyer the 3rd

Do you have kids?
Two daughters: Sidney Kay & Phinney James

Do you have pets? Names? Type of pet?
Two dogs Baxter and Zella (rat terrier poodle mixes)

Do you have a job other than being a coach at HCF?
I am an Executive Assistant for a Real Estate Firm called Elevate Home Team

Favorite quote:
“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
― Maya Angelou

Favorite things to do in your free time:
Spending time with my family, shopping, working out, vacationing, cheering on the Seahawks (win or lose), drinking wine (lol win or lose) and spending time with my besties.

What is something unique about you?
Most of my family is Canadian, let the “Eh” jokes begin.

Favorite thing about HCF:
The deep deep love and respect I have for the coaching staff (no they didn’t pay me to say this)… We work hard and play hard and every single one of us carries such amazing unique strengths. I truly believe that together we have a powerhouse of coaches!

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer

I have been doing CrossFit for about 7 years. I was introduced to it by Art Campos (Coach and Co-Owner) in 2015 when I joined his squad while serving at 2nd Ranger Battalion. I found CrossFit challenged me not only physically, but mentally as well. I have never looked back.

I joined the Army at 18 and spent 6 1/2 years serving in 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment and deployed twice to Afghanistan. I am now currently a Firefighter with the Seattle Fire Department at Station 2 in Belltown near the Space Needle.

CrossFit and fitness have been a huge passion in my life and continues to be an important aspect of my job. While I train to excel at a physical job, I have learned CrossFit is a ton of fun, too. I hope as a coach I can inspire others to reach goals they may have never thought possible.

I spend time away from work and the gym snowboarding and hunting. Recently, I have been remodeling the home my Fiancé, Alexa, and I purchased over the summer in Graham.

“Anything worth doing is worth overdoing. Moderation is for cowards.” - A Navy Seal after writing his 3rd book

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer

Family

Hometown
Pendleton, OR

Occupation
Sales Manager

Interests outside the gym
Family, Soccer, Baseball

Started CrossFit
I started CrossFit in May of 2012. Started because I was a 53 year old father of a 5 year old. I wanted to be able to keep up with her.

Favorite Movement
Power Clean

Dreaded Movement
Snatch

My ``Why``
I coach because I want to share what I have learned, to make others enthusiastic about personal fitness and give back to our CrossFit community.

I get the most joy from coaching when I see the excitement of others fulfilling a goal or completing something they did not think they could do. First handstand or a deadlift PR. It really doesn’t matter because they are all great accomplishments to that individual.

Favorite Quote

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer

Family
My wife Krista, daughter Ava, son Owen, and American Bulldog Tank

Hometown
Born in Dodge City, KS, lived in Kingfisher, OK for 12 years, then moved to Ferndale, WA in 1999

Occupation
Union 302 crane operator

Interests outside the gym
I enjoy exploring and hiking outside with my family. During the summer, we do “treasure hunts” that take us to a lot of new places. I like building and fixing things. I’m known as the handyman at the gym. I recently started snowboarding and am enjoying getting better at it.

Started CrossFit
Started in 2013 at Marysville CrossFit with my wife, then moved/traveled to a several different gyms over the next several years, took a few years off due to work schedules and life, and finally settled at Hooligan in 2021.

Favorite Movement
Rowing

Dreaded Movement
Thrusters

My ``Why``
To stay in shape and keep up with my kids

Favorite Quote

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• Teaching Movement Certificate
• Coaching Fundamentals Certificate
• Dumbbells Certificate
• Lesson Planning Certificate
• Scaling Certificate
• Spot the Flaw Certificate

Family
My wife Chandler and our dog Cooper

Hometown
Puyallup, WA

Occupation
Intensive Care travel nurse

Interests outside the gym
Spending time with my wife, family, and friends. Anything outdoors from camping, hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, skiing, etc... And being a Pittsburgh native growing up playing ice hockey I'm a huge Pittsburgh Penguins fan. The Steelers are okay too...

Started CrossFit
October 2014 at High Point CrossFit in High Point, NC

Favorite Movement
Tough to choose one... I'd say my top three are the snatch, bar muscle-ups, and double unders.

Dreaded Movement
Thrusters or anything bike

My ``Why``
I immediately gravitated to CrossFit for the methodology and principle of general physical preparedness. It transfers to all physical and mental tasks outside of the gym whether it's work or recreation and allows me to excel at them.

Favorite Quote

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Judges Certificate
• Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Bio coming soon!

Family

Hometown
Orting, WA

Occupation
Certified Personal Trainer and Costco

Interests outside the gym
Hiking, paddle boarding, traveling

Started CrossFit
Started CrossFit in 2012 at Graham CrossFit, my first workout was Helen. Recently moved back home from Hawaii where I had coached at Kauai CrossFit for the past year.

Favorite Movement
Burpees

Dreaded Movement
Thrusters

My ``Why``
I love helping others achieve their goals in fitness

Favorite Quote

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Certified Personal Trainer with the National Academy of Sports & Medicine

Family

Hometown
Dallas, TX

Occupation
US Air Force

Interests outside the gym
Hiking, indoor rock climbing, skydiving and building puzzles

Started CrossFit
I had been doing CrossFit for several years before joining the gym in 2022

Favorite Movement
Kettlebell Swings and Wall Balls

Dreaded Movement
Any overhead movements, I need to work on my flexibility

My ``Why``
I enjoy pushing myself and getting that satisfaction of crushing it at the gym. I also want to be able to do the things I enjoy for as long as I can. Plus, it's a good excuse to have a cookie or two.

Favorite Quote

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Teaching Movement Certificate
• Coaching Fundamentals Certificate

Family
My family officially began when I married my best friend, Aaron, on a Christmas tree farm in 2014. We have two beautiful, smart and wild kids, Ronin and Soleia. We also have a dog named Goose (a.k.a. Juicy)

Hometown
I'm originally from Gloucester, Massachusetts. It's a small fishing town north of Boston and it's where the movie, The Perfect Storm, took place. However, I've lived all over since then: Arizona, Florida, Japan and Washington

Occupation
Stay at home mom who never stays at home

Interests outside the gym
I love reading and usually have multiple books going at once, going on adventures with my family and making memories together, hiking, scuba diving

Started CrossFit
I started CrossFit in 2017 at CrossFit Habu in Okinawa, Japan

Favorite Movement
I love back squats (or really any powerlifting). I also kind of secretly love thrusters even if they don't always love me back

Dreaded Movement
Running, Assault Bike...basically any cardio

My ``Why``
I do CrossFit because it makes such a huge impact on my mental and physical health. I want to set a good example for my kids and be a buff Granny someday. I also think one of the best parts of CrossFit is watching people achieve things way beyond what they thought they were capable of. Seeing that spark in their eyes when they hit a goal or PR is such a magic moment and it's so cool to be a part of so many peoples' magic moments in this community.

Favorite Quote
``Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal. My strength lies solely in my tenacity.`` ~Louis Pasteur

Fitness Education/Certs/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
• Teaching Movement Certificate
• Coaching Fundamentals Certificate
• Running Certificate
• Spot the Flaw Certificate
• Scaling Certificate
• Dumbbells Certificate
• Lesson Planning Certificate

Hometown
Hagerstown, Indiana - though I left when I was 17. I've lived in Twentynine Palms, CA, San Diego, CA, and most recently Austin, TX. I currently live in Puyallup, WA.

Occupation
I'm a Salesforce Software Engineer for a small consulting firm.

Interests outside the gym
I play rugby for the Tacoma Sirens, still occasionally play roller derby with local teams, hiking, camping, riding motorcycles, and nerding out on video games.

Started CrossFit
Invictus San Diego was on the first floor of the warehouse where I skated banked track roller derby in San Diego. After 6 years of walking past CrossFit classes, and peeking in the gym before and after every skating practice I finally took the leap and signed up for my first class in 2018. I've been hooked ever since.

Favorite Movement
Deadlift - all weightlifting movements

Dreaded Movement
Rope Climbs (I'll conquer that fear of heights one day)

My ``Why``
CrossFit is key component to my mental health, as well as my physical health. It allows me to challenge myself in new and unique ways, and there are always goals to chase. Having a community has always been important to me as well, and CrossFit is one of the best communities you can find.

Favorite Quote
``Don't Panic.`` ~Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

Fitness Education/Certs/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Teaching Movement Certificate
• Coaching Fundamentals Certificate

Family
My partner and I live with our two cats, Tinsel and Sav.

Hometown
I grew up on Lopez Island, WA, and now I live in Puyallup, WA

Occupation
Union Firefighter Paramedic at East Pierce Fire & Rescue

Interests outside the gym
Concerts, cider houses, food, lounging with the cats, beach days, and exploring new places!

Started CrossFit
I started my CrossFit journey in 2020 at Town Athletics in Tacoma, WA to be better at my job, and it definitely was worth it! I moved from Tacoma to Puyallup for work and started doing Marcus Filly programming independently. At work, one of my coworkers told me they were going to try Hooligan, and I joined them, and since then, I’ve found my community and home box!

Favorite Movement
Anything upper body! HSPU, push press, strict press, chest press, I love it all!

Dreaded Movement
Assault bike, but one day, I will learn to love it!

My ``Why``
Being a firefighter is physically demanding, and I will not be a liability. I participate in CrossFit to push myself to do uncomfortable things, to be a tactical athlete, to serve the communities in which I work to the best of my ability, and for overall physical health and longevity.

Favorite Quote
“Life is about kicking ass, not kissing it.``

Fitness Education/Certs/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer

How did you start doing CrossFit?
I had been trying to find an activity that would get me in shape and one that I would actually do. My son, Joey talked me into an initial CrossFit class, and I felt right at home. That was 9 years ago, and I have never left.

Fitness goals:
I want to be as healthy and strong as possible, and CrossFit is helping me get there. Specifically, I want to continue to do everyday movements well such as lifting, walking, pushing, and having endurance. The confidence I have gained in the gym easily translates to increased confidence outside the gym as well.

Fitness accomplishments:
I was shocked the first time I did a real push-up. I found out how much I love deadlifting and box jumps. And I like feeling comfortable in my clothes again.

Are you married?
I’m married to John who is also a member of our CrossFit community.

Do you have kids?
I have three kids including Joey, who is a coach at HCF.

Do you have pets? Names? Type of pet?
I have two Labradors, Sophie and Bella, that I love hanging out with at home.

Favorite quote:
“Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in the world but has not solved one yet.”
― Maya Angelou

Favorite things to do in your free time:
We love to travel, snow ski, read and laze at the lake.

Favorite thing about HCF:
It is a very well run, clean and warm inviting atmosphere where I improve physically and mentally. It is like a second home. In fact, my Google maps calls HCF my “work.``

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Master’s Certificate
• Nutrition Certificate

Family
My husband Robert, daughter Ava, son Owen, and American Bulldog Tank

Hometown
Born in Kalamazoo, MI, but raised in Ferndale, WA

Occupation
Mom (do-er of all things), nutrition coach

Interests outside the gym
Baking, cooking, crafts, home projects, trying new things with my kids, reading when I can find time

Started CrossFit
In 2013 at Marysville CrossFit, then a couple years at a gym in Ferndale that’s no longer around, took time off with moving and having kids, then had my first class at Hooligan September 1, 2021, and have been here every day that I can be ever since!

Favorite Movement
Deadlift

Dreaded Movement
Overhead squats and anything handstands

My ``Why``
To break away from a long family history of weight and health concerns, be strong and healthy for as long as possible, share my knowledge and experience with others to help them reach their goals, and be a good example for my kids.

Favorite Quote
“If it doesn’t challenge you it won’t change you.” ~Fred DeVito

Fitness Education/Certifications/Accomplishments:
• Healthy Steps Nutrition Coach
• CrossFit Nutrition 1 Course
• Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science (focus on nutrition) from Washington State University

Family
My family is my everything, I married my husband Bryan in 2015. We have two beautiful boys, Malakai & Maven and are expecting our third in May!

Hometown
I was born and raised in Murrieta, CA, where I met my husband/high school sweetheart. I moved to Tacoma, WA in 2016 due to the military and have been here ever since!

Occupation
I am a cosmetologist specializing in blondes. I provide all services from hair cuts & color to wedding hair & makeup.

Started CrossFit
I started CrossFit July 2023, I was invited to Bring a Friend Week and was sold ever since!

Fitness goals:
I strive to push myself to be the strongest, healthiest version of myself so that I can be the best example to my kids and make them proud.

Favorite Movement
Rope climbs

Dreaded Movement
Assault (to my body) bike.

Why I choose HCF
The community is everything. I felt at home immediately, and everyday find myself surrounded by the most motivating and caring people.

Favorite Quote
“We never really grow up, we only learn how to act in public” ~Bryan White

Family
My husband and I share two daughters and one son.

Hometown
San Antonio, Tx

Occupation
Stay at home mom who is never ever at home by weekdays and on weekends I work at amazon.

Interests outside the gym
Hiking, Photography, woodworking, paddle boarding, major foodie, and anything that my kiddos are into (currently violin, piano, mountain biking and long boarding).

Started CrossFit
Two years ago on Veterans Day! Best decision ever!!!

Favorite Movement
Deadlift

Dreaded Movement
Running

My ``Why``
I am always looking for a challenge and CrossFit most certainly delivers in that department!

Favorite Quote
“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.`` ~Maya Angelou

Pets
My awesome cat Tali, whom I will gladly tell you all about.

Hometown
Branson, MO

Occupation
Systems Administrator

Interests outside the gym
Hiking, video games and reading

Started CrossFit
I started CrossFit in 2015 at the Iron Bar Gym which became Hooligan CrossFit in 2017. I was hooked immediately; it was one of the best decisions I have ever made!

Favorite Movement
Deadlifts however I love all the weightlifting movements

Dreaded Movement
Anything gymnastics

My ``Why``
I started CrossFit to challenge myself, step outside my comfort zone and live a healthier lifestyle. It became a crucial component to my overall physical and mental health. I learned I was capable of doing things I hadn't thought possible, and I am still challenged to be a better version of myself every day. I also found a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive community at HCF, it's really the best!

Favorite Quote
``There's no point in being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes.`` ~The Doctor