Meet the coaches
Amy Danes
Owner, CFL2, Crossfit Kids
"I fell in love with CrossFit over 10 years ago, with a background of professional dance, I loved the technique as much as the fitness and soon decided CrossFit was where I saw myself in the future. Since becoming a mum of two very little ones, I have realised how much CrossFit has done and continues to do for me. I can bring my little ones to our ‘CrossFit Mums’ class, the community is just incredible and I have trained for my mental health more than ever. My goals are to be a good role model for my girls, feel strong and healthy and maybe even get back on the competition floor as a master. My favourite coaching moments are when members get ‘life wins’ being able to keep up with their children on their bikes, reduce their medication or even feel more confident in day to day life."
Harry Lightfoot
Head Coach
"I first found CrossFit towards the later years of secondary school. I was training in the more conventional ‘body building’ style to aid my performance as a rugby player but found these types of sessions very monotonous and bored of how similar the sessions were.
My friend introduced me to CrossFit, which at first, I didn’t want to do, and from there on I have been addicted to it. I found the strength and conditioning element really benefitted my on and off pitch performances as well as no sessions being the same kept my mind occupied.
Since then, I have really gained an interest in the competing side of CrossFit, as well as becoming actively involved in coaching other individuals through this methodology of this training methodology. The idea that we can make an impact on people’s day to day lives by using functional movements is a very satisfying thing for me and I take a lot of pride in what I do as a coach."
Jo Stephenson
CFL1
"In my early 40’s with 3 young children, I came to CrossFit to try something new. I have always worked in the fitness industry but there’s something about CrossFit that you don’t find in any other gym.
I have been coaching for over 3 years and train 5-6 times a week and love the variety of workouts and challenging myself in a fun environment. I really enjoy coaching my 1-2-1 sessions, building up a relationship with the members and helping them achieve their personal goals."
Andrew Ives
CFL2, PT Lvl 3, CrossFit Gymnastic Lvl1, Nutrition
"I was first introduced to CrossFit whilst on deployment where I joined a group of US military at their base affiliate. I was immediately impressed with the dedicated trainers who devoted their time to teaching the movements and delivering a brilliant training session. By the time I returned to the UK I was hooked and haven’t looked back since, in fact not long after I completed my Crossfit Level 1 course.
To gain coaching experience I was fortunate to be given the opportunity to coach at CrossFit Kernow by Amy. That was over 5 years ago and my thirst for teaching Crossfit has continued to grow. I look forward to seeing all the members and visitors for each class I take. Everyone who takes a Crossfit class has different abilities whether it be in movement challenges, age or ability. I love the challenge of adapting the workouts and movements so everyone feels the full benefit from each class. This constantly tests me but I believe is a fundamental part of why Crossfit is suited to everyone.
Any workout is scalable, enabling us to enjoy the benefits from a group training environment that offers coaching, encouragement, friendship and appreciation of everyone's efforts. I keep myself honest and do the same workout as everyone so I can advise on how to best to approach it.
My favourite moments are when people achieve their goal’s. Helping members to overcome barriers is so rewarding. Watching a member conquer their fear of jumping onto or over a box, going upside down in a handstand or getting their first strict pull up are all rewarding experiences and make everyday worth it."
Nick Davies
CFL1
"I walked into CrossFit Kernow for the first time around October 2017 having never stepped foot inside a CrossFit gym before…
5 years later I’m a CFL1 coach and the days of working out in ‘traditional’ gyms are a distant memory. The progression in my own levels of fitness during this time has been the only motivation I’ve needed to keep going back, but it’s not the reason I keep going back: nothing I’ve done in sport previously compares to the community, fun and enjoyment of CrossFit Kernow.
Whether I’m coaching or working out in class, it’s always the best hour of my day!"