The CrossFit Christchurch Team
Chris Coxon
General Manager and CrossFit Coach
Chris started his career as a science student at Canterbury University…
It wasn’t long, however, before he realised that his growing juggling hobby was far more enjoyable than his university studies!
Graduating with a BSc in Biochemistry, Chris immediately became New Zealand’s most over-qualified professional juggler and went on to train extensively in circus skills in both New Zealand and Australia.
Chris discovered his love for CrossFit about 2 years ago and has never looked back.
He is co-owner of CrossFit Christchurch with Sara and Peter Evans.
Qualifications:
- CrossFit Level 1 Coach
- Certified CrossFit Kids Coach
- B.Sc BioChemistry – University of Canterbury
- Dip Circus Arts and Performance
- First Aid certificate – Red Cross
Johanna Coxon
Box Coordinator and CrossFit Coach
After competing in a wide range of sports – triathlon, duathlon, cross country and marathon running, volleyball, and netball – I found CrossFit!
I’m feeling fitter than I have done in years – the constant variation and focus on all dynamics of fitness has given me more confidence in myself and my body. I am stronger, faster and more flexible than I have ever been.
The community is what first attracted me to CrossFit Christchurch, and is what makes us stand out. The support and motivation I get from members at CrossFit Christchurch makes me train harder and pushes me to my limits.
I am passionate about helping people gain greater fitness, confidence, and all round health.
Qualifications:
- CrossFit Level 1 Coach
- BA in Psychology and English – University of Canterbury
- First Aid certificate – Red Cross
Peter Evans
CrossFit Coach / WOD Programmer
From Ju-Jitsu, skateboarding, sailing, orienteering, triathlon, athletics, kayaking, mountain biking, tramping, running, rugby, soccer and skiing to parachuting – the thing I love is the feeling of freedom and exhilaration that movement and exercise gives me.
I believe life is about fun, play, contribution, challenge and family. I discovered CrossFit four years ago and have found these values in our world-wide community.
CrossFit has allowed me to exceed what I though was possible – I am fitter, stronger & more agile than when I was 20!
CrossFit is so simple, but powerful and rewarding- give it a go!
Qualifications:
- CrossFit Level 1 Coach
- CrossFit Endurance Certified Coach
- Army Physical Training Instructor – British Army Reserve
- PE Teacher - Secondary School
- NZCF Personal Trainer – Gold
- B.Sc (Hons) Sports Engineering
- First Aid at work – Red Cross
Pat Kailey
CrossFit Coach
Pat is a self-described fitness-, outdoor sport-, and science nerd. He grew up snowboarding, climbing, kayaking and tramping in the mountains of Oregon, USA.
In 2007, he discovered Crossfit through an article in Skiing magazine and has been addicted ever since. He says the best thing about Crossfit is “that the movements, physical capacity, and mental toughness we train in Crossfit are applicable to whatever sport you do. It also becomes a sport in itself”.
The best thing about coaching? Pat says it’s “helping people rediscover movement. Teaching and motivating people to do things they the thought they’d never be able to do, whether that’s doing 1 pullup, or 50, or just running around the block.”
Pat is an instructor who strives to integrate balance training, play and mobility work into each workout.
Qualifications:
- CrossFit Level 1 Coach
- Exuberant Animal Trainer
- Currently writing his PhD at the University of Canterbury
Josh Dowdle
CrossFit Coach and Personal Trainer
Josh came to CrossFit with a background in Personal Training. He joined the CrossFit Christchurch team as an Intern in 2012 and graduated as a Coach in 2013.
Josh loves CrossFit because of its simplistic approach to fitness, the emphasis on nutrition and real food, and the focus of re-learning basic human movement. Although the super human abilities that are achievable through CrossFit are remarkable, Josh believes that the true heroes of crossfit are the average Joes. The people that turn their lives around through the skills and knowledge acquired within the programme. That’s inspiration!
Qualifications:
- CrossFit Level 1 Coach
- Diploma in Personal Training and Exercise Prescription – Otago Polytechnic
- First Aid
Sara Evans
Nutrition Coach and CrossFit Admin
Sara helped start CrossFit CHCH with Peter in 2007 and does a lot of the behind the scenes work.
Her interest in Nutrition was sparked when she started experiencing the personal and family benefits of eating Primal foods.
Sara’s two key strategies are eating foods that come from the environment and making it simple and easy to maintain.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Personal Trainer
- Studying towards Graduate Certificate in Science Technology – Nutrition
- MEd (Distinction) – Child and Family Psychology
- BSc Psychology – University of Canterbury
Click here to read more about Sara.
