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●  Meet the Coaches

The people
in the room.

The reason this works.

Every class at CrossFit Tooting is led by a fully qualified, experienced coach who knows your name, your goals, and that one shoulder you're working on. Here's the team.

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INSIDE THE BOX

On the coaching floor

● 01 / Our promise

Qualified.
Curious.
In the room
with you.

Every CrossFit Tooting coach holds a current CrossFit Level 1 (or higher) plus specialty certifications relevant to what they teach. But the certs are table stakes. What you'll actually notice is they know your name, they know your goals, and they're as interested in your day-one squat as in your hundredth.

CF-L1 minimum

Every coach. No exceptions.

Specialty certs

Strength, gymnastics, HYROX, pre/post-natal, mobility, physio liaison.

Ongoing CPD

Internal monthly sessions plus external workshops.

Coached, not phoned in

If your form drifts, we'll spot it. Every rep, every class.

● 02 / The team

Six coaches.
One standard.

6 coaches · Tooting + Streatham

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Coach 01 / 08

coach ben

Coach. Nutritionist. Always Ready.

About Joe

Ben has 8 years of CrossFit, strength, and nutrition coaching, working with all levels. He excels at meeting you where you are, providing tailored guidance no matter your experience or fitness level. Ben is constantly learning and ready to support your success.

Coach 02 / 08

coach JACK

Technician. Trainer. Family Man.

About Joe

Jack has over 10 years of fitness experience. Known for his detailed coaching of complex CrossFit skills for all levels, he blends various strength and conditioning methods to challenge you physically and mentally while keeping it fun. When not coaching CrossFit, he works as a personal trainer or spends time with his son.

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Coach 03 / 08

coach Ali Roy

Veteran. Motivator. Questionable DJ.

About Joe

Ali is a CrossFit coach with 15+ years of experience, bringing expertise, jokes, and questionable music to classes. He excels at making beginners feel confident and helping advanced athletes progress. His ideal WOD? Butterfly pull-ups, heavy snatches, and assault bike calories. Ali creates a fun, motivating environment, both coaching and training alongside members.

Coach 04 / 08

coach Raie

Coach. Yogi. Cold Plunge Enthusiast.

About Joe

Passionate about helping people move well at every life stage. She leads our MakeMomStrong and CrossFit Lite classes, using a balanced approach of strength, mobility, and mindfulness to build sustainable movement for lifelong well-being. Outside of coaching, you'll find Raie cold plunging or making music.

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Coach 05 / 08

coach Mike

Exercise Scientist. Physio. Rugby Survivor.

About Joe

Mike holds BSc and MSc degrees in Exercise Science and Physiotherapy, bringing a deep understanding of high-intensity training and injury prevention. With 4+ years of CrossFit experience and a background in rugby — including injury recovery — he's dedicated to helping clients achieve their fitness goals and perform at their best, safely.

Coach 06 / 08

coach Chris

Weightlifter. Hands-On Coach. Detail Obsessed.

About Joe

Bringing 6 years of Olympic Weightlifting expertise, Chris loves getting hands on to help people feel the correct positions and better understand the why behind every movement. His biggest strength is knowing how to get the best out of every person he coaches, and he really enjoys working 1-1 to help people with their own specific needs.

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Coach 07 / 08

coach Gabi

Physiotherapist. Rehab Specialist. PB Enabler.

About Joe

Gabrielle joins us from The Physio Factory with a deep understanding of human mechanics and injury prevention. She specialises in bridging the gap between clinical rehab and high-performance training, ensuring that every member can train hard without compromising their longevity. Her passion lies in empowering individuals to move pain-free and build the physical resilience needed to hit their PBs safely.

Coach 08 / 08

coach JAKE

Strength Coach. Rugby Man. Pure Energy.

About Joe

Jake combines his experience in elite athlete performance and women's rugby with the high-octane environment of F45. He is deeply passionate about helping members move with better technique, build raw strength, and genuinely enjoy the process of training. Known for bringing massive energy to every session, Jake thrives on pushing people to their potential while ensuring they leave the room better than they entered.

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The Founders

Dani & Steve

Owners. Community Builders. Heart & Soul.

About DANI & STEVE

Dani and Steve are the passionate owners behind the thriving CrossFit communities at both CrossFit Tooting and CrossFit Streatham. More than gym owners, they are the heart of these boxes — fostering environments where hard work, camaraderie, and personal growth go hand in hand. Committed to helping individuals of all fitness levels unlock their full potential, they've built spaces where encouragement is the norm and every member is supported on their journey to becoming stronger, fitter, and healthier.

● 03 / Coaches wanted

Coach with us.

Always interested in hearing from qualified coaches who want to be part of a serious, joyful, community-first box. CF-L1 minimum, specialty certs welcome. Drop us a line.

● KEEP EXPLORING

the rest of
what we do.

TRAINING • WELLNESS

TRAIN

CROSSFIT

THE CLASSIC.

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TRAIN

HYROX

RACE-READY.

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TRAIN

TRI FIT

STRENGTH + SWEAT.

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TEAM

MAKE MOM STRONG

PHYSIO-BACKED POSTNATAL.

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WELLNESS

PERSONAL TRAINING

1:1 COACHING.

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WELLNESS

PHYSIOTHERAPY

IN-HOUSE WITH GABI & MIKE

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WELLNESS

RECOVERY & WELLBEING

MASSAGE, PILATES, YOGA.

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•05 / FIND US

BOOK YOUR
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One coach. One hour. Zero pressure. Tell us you're nervous - we'll match you with a class that fits.

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