Nicola is the owner of CrossFit Catford, CrossFit Blackheath, and Blackheath Weightlifting Club. A dedicated and experienced coach, Nicola holds a CrossFit Level 2 certification, is a Level 3 Personal Trainer, and a Level 2 British Weightlifting Coach. She is also a pre- and postnatal qualified coach, bringing valuable expertise to support women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and beyond. As a mother to a toddler, Nicola deeply understands the challenges and triumphs of balancing fitness with parenthood, offering empathy and tailored guidance to mums-to-be and new mums alike.

Before launching her CrossFit journey, Nicola spent three years as a personal trainer at Gymbox, where she built her reputation as one of London’s top personal trainers. Her passion lies in creating a welcoming, encouraging and diverse community where individuals from all walks of life feel empowered to grow stronger .

Natasha began CrossFit in 2017 before shifting to Weightlifting, gaining experience by shadowing classes at her local barbell club. During the 2020 lockdown, she earned British Weightlifting Level 1 & 2 certifications and completed her CrossFit Level 1 in 2022. Her passion for coaching adaptive athletes grew through working with Abi, a 2024 Adaptive Games athlete, making Natasha one of the first to qualify as an adaptive coach.

She regularly attends events with WODAPTIVE, led by adaptive athlete Nigal, and focuses on technique, strength, and fun in her coaching. Natasha is dedicated to making Weightlifting and CrossFit accessible, encouraging people of all ages and abilities – especially women – to get involved.

Bryan has been deeply involved in CrossFit for over 10 years. Hailing from South Africa, he holds a CrossFit Level 2 certification and is a Level 3 Personal Trainer. With a strong focus on injury rehabilitation and pre-habilitation, Bryan is passionate about helping individuals recover from injuries and prevent future ones. His qualifications also extend to sports massage, sport-specific training, and various other specialties, making him a well-rounded expert in fitness and recovery.

Bryan is known for his friendly, approachable demeanor and his ability to support clients at any stage of their fitness journey, whether they are new to CrossFit or experienced athletes. Outside of coaching, Bryan loves a good laugh; if you want to make his day, just drop a ‘Dad joke’ his way!

Ben has spent many years in the fitness industry as a personal trainer and fitness instructor, but it was CrossFit that truly sparked his passion. Instantly hooked, he immersed himself in the sport, becoming an integral part of the community by participating in competitions, working on his own weaknesses, and building strength in classes.

Within his first year, Ben earned his Level 1 CrossFit certification, and his commitment to growth led him to achieve his Level 2 shortly after. Ben’s dedication to CrossFit, both in his personal journey and as a coach, drives him to continually improve and inspire others to do the same.

After years of strength training, Georgia-Rose discovered her passion for Olympic Weightlifting at our sister box, CrossFit Blackheath. Her love for the sport quickly led her to earn her British Weightlifting Level 1 and Level 2 certifications. Although she no longer regularly coaches, Georgia-Rose remains dedicated to supporting the community, now focusing on business development and behind-the-scenes efforts to help the gym grow.

While her coaching role has shifted, Georgia-Rose is still a regular in classes, so you’ll no doubt find her giving it her all in a CrossFit class or joining in on the team spirit of a Friday TeamWOD.

After years of working as a PT in the city, Lewis joined CrossFit Catford as a member when it first opened and loved the community so much that he soon joined the team as a coach. Over the past few years, Lewis has developed a deep passion for CrossFit, which has led him to compete in the sport and continually push his own limits.

As a compassionate coach, Lewis thrives on helping others realise their full potential, and he takes great pride in watching others succeed and grow stronger both physically and mentally.

Thomas started his CrossFit journey with us in 2021 at CrossFit Catford and immediately caught the bug for the sport. His constant desire for improvement and learning new skills quickly pushed him to acquire his CrossFit Level 1.

In class, Thomas will always encourage you to try new skill progressions and keep reaching toward new goals. Thomas' passion for gymnastics led him to complete the Arc Gymnastics Seminar in 2024, enriching his coaching techniques and deepening his expertise to support members' skill development.

Rob joined the coaching team having obtained his CrossFit Level 1 in 2024. He brings to his coaching a wealth of experience, having worked as a professional dancer, dance teacher and choreographer at the highest levels for the past 20 years!

Robs’ joy for movement and curiosity for exploring what the body is capable finds its perfect match in CrossFit, and he continues to progress and set new goals in the sport, albeit now competing as a ‘veteran athlete’. As such, Rob understands the importance of motivation in achieving longevity and consistency in your fitness journey and brings this in abundance when coaching.