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I grew up in Severomorsk, Russia, and I’ve been into sports for as long as I can remember. As a teenager, I played basketball alongside gymnastics and powerlifting. But over time, I started losing interest in the traditional gym scene. Too much focus on mirrors and big biceps, and not enough on what your body could actually do. Then, around 2014, I discovered CrossFit and immediately fell in love with the concept. I got my Level 1 certification in 2015 and was so eager to start coaching that I practically called every CrossFit box in Moscow looking for an opportunity. What I enjoy most about coaching is helping people become better versions of themselves. Whether someone’s goal is to get stronger, learn a new skill or simply feel better, I want to be the coach they can trust to help them get there. My favourite movements are ring muscle-ups, thrusters and pull-ups. I might seem a little reserved when you first meet me, but get to know me and you’ll quickly discover my playful side. I also like a bit of structure and attention to detail, especially when it comes to training and nutrition, although I don’t take myself too seriously! Outside the gym, I live in Haarlem with my wife and our cat. I work as an HR Business Partner and have a rather unusual hobby: building robots. My current project is a working BB-8 from Star Wars, which occasionally makes an appearance on my YouTube channel. When I’m not coaching, training or building robots, you’ll probably find me playing PlayStation with my wife, travelling, enjoying good food or looking for a decent cup of coffee. And my favourite coaching quote? “Hips don’t lie.

About me I'm originally from South Africa and have been calling the Netherlands home since 2016. By day, I work in project management, but outside the office, you'll often find me in a CrossFit box, either training, coaching or chatting longer than I planned. I love a good challenge, I'm naturally curious about people, and I'm fascinated by why we do the things we do (and why we sometimes don't!). CrossFit ticks a lot of boxes for me: strength, skills, a bit of suffering, plenty of laughs and, most importantly, great people. Why I love coaching It's those little moments. Someone getting their first pull-up, finally nailing a movement they've struggled with, or realising they're capable of more than they thought. I love watching people surprise themselves. And sometimes, all it takes is a little encouragement, a different approach, or someone believing in them before they believe in themselves. What matters to me as a coach I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We all walk into the gym with different goals, abilities and things going on in our lives. My job is to meet you where you are, challenge you where I can, and help you enjoy the process. Good technique matters, consistency matters, but so does having fun. Not every day needs to be a personal best. Sometimes just showing up is the win. And yes, I'll probably ask you to try just a little harder than you planned. 😉 What I bring to the box Alongside my CrossFit coaching experience, I have a background in psychology and nutrition. I'm particularly interested in motivation, behaviour change and the mental side of training. I enjoy helping people understand not just how to move, but why we do things a certain way. Whether you're brand new to CrossFit or have been at it for years, I want you to feel welcome, supported and just the right amount of challenged. And if you leave class feeling a little stronger, a little more confident and with a smile on your face, I'd call that a pretty good session.