COACHES

MEET OUR COACHES

YOU ARE IN GOOD HANDS

When we say we go above and beyond to give you the best experience possible, these are the talented professionals that deliver on that promise.  Our coaches are simply the best, most passionate, most talented group in Middle Village.  Come by and see for yourself!

Chris motivating the members during our Friday Night Lights event for the CrossFit Open.

CHRISTOPHER OEHL

Owner/ Head CrossFit Coach

CHRISTOPHER OEHL

Owner/ Head CrossFit Coach

1. WHEN DID FITNESS BECOME A PART OF YOUR LIFE?

Probably around 11 or 12 years old. My Dad purchased a membership for me at the local YMCA ( which I was only able to go with him). Being obsessed with playing baseball and football I knew how important resistance training was and how it would improve my performance on the field

 

2. WHY ARE YOU IN THE FITNESS INDUSTRY?

I’m passionate about helping others achieve goals that once were unattainable. Seeing an individual become healthier is priceless

 

3. NAME 3 ADJECTIVES THAT DESCRIBE YOU.

Enthusiastic, Driven, Humble

 

4. WHEN YOU'RE NOT COACHING WHERE CAN WE FIND YOU AND WHAT ARE YOU DOING?

Working out or with my wife walking our dogs in Juniper Valley Park

 

5. TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOU THAT MOST PEOPLE DON'T ALREADY KNOW.

White noise in the background keeps me calms and focused

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 1
  • CrossFit Level 2
  • CrossFit Masters
  • CrossFit Adaptive
  • CrossFit Special Population
  •  NASM
  •  Performance Enhancement Specialist
  •  Integrated Flexibility Specialist
Coach Julia does The CircHIIT too!

JULIA ELZOMOR

Owner & Head CircHIIT Coach

JULIA ELZOMOR

Owner & Head CircHIIT Coach

1. WHEN DID FITNESS BECOME A PART OF YOUR LIFE?

I was always active as a kid. Swam all summer long from morning until night, biked and rollerskated everywhere...still do... better on my rollerblades than I am in heels

2. WHY ARE YOU IN THE FITNESS INDUSTRY?

I LOVE it. I absolutely love how it makes me feel and how it makes others feel to be fit and live healthy lifestyles. It makes me extremely happy to see people of all ages hit their fitness goals and do things that they never imagined they could. It not only changes a person physically but it changes them mentally when they realize they can do anything they put their mind to

3. NAME 3 ADJECTIVES THAT DESCRIBE YOU.

Honest, Ambitious and Passionate

4. WHEN YOU'RE NOT COACHING WHERE CAN WE FIND YOU AND WHAT ARE YOU DOING?

With my daughter in the park, beach or just hanging with the family and friends

5. TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOU THAT MOST PEOPLE DON'T ALREADY KNOW.

I play handball and I used to be really good :)

 

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 1
  • CrossFit Level 2
  • AFAA General Group Exercise
  • AFAA Cardio Kickboxing
  • Pre/Post Natal
  • Maddog Spinning
  • AED/CPR
Coach Ag in her happy place coaching kids and teens.

AGATA OEHL

CrossFit Kids Head Coach & CrossFit Coach

AGATA OEHL

CrossFit Kids Head Coach & CrossFit Coach

1. WHEN DID FITNESS BECOME A PART OF YOUR LIFE?

When I was 17 years old my mom signed me and my sister up to Lucille Roberts.

 

2. WHY ARE YOU IN THE FITNESS INDUSTRY?

I believe fitness can help change people's lives for the better

 

3. NAME 3 ADJECTIVES THAT DESCRIBE YOU.

Talkative, Passionate, and Relentless

 

4. WHEN YOU'RE NOT COACHING WHERE CAN WE FIND YOU AND WHAT ARE YOU DOING?

Teaching kindergarten, working out or spending time with my husband

 

5. TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOU THAT MOST PEOPLE DON'T ALREADY KNOW.

I was born in Krakow, Poland. I moved here when I was 5 years old

 

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 1
  • CrossFit Level 2
  • CrossFit Kids
  • CrossFit Adaptive
  • CrossFit Special Population
LIGIA

LIGIA PINEDA

CROSSFIT & CIRCHIIT COACH

LIGIA PINEDA

CROSSFIT & CIRCHIIT COACH

WHEN DID FITNESS BECCOME A PART OF YOUR LIFE?

Fitness became a part of my life in high school when I joined the track and soccer team. Even before high school I remember training myself so that I would be ready to make the team. In college I didn’t play sports so I started going to the school gym and that’s where I fell in love with lifting weights.

WHY ARE YOU IN THE FITNESS INDUSTRY?

I'm in the fitness industry because I realized it was my passion to help others reach their goals and help them create habits that would lead to a healthier lifestyle. I want to be able to share the knowledge that I’ve learned and surround myself with positive uplifting people.

NAME 3 ADJECTIVES THAT DESCRIBE YOU.

Resilient, optimistic, caring

WHEN YOU'RE NOT COACHING WHERE CAN WE FIND YOU AND WHAT ARE YOU DOING?

When I’m not coaching or working out you can find me at the beach in the summer and watching Netflix in the winter.

TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOU THAT MOST PEOPLE DON'T ALREADY KNOW.

I love to travel and be adventurous. The outdoors is my favorite place to be.

Certifications

  • CROSSFIT LEVEL 1
  • NASM 
  • KETTLEBELL LEVEL 1
  • PRE & POST NATAL
Fitness lover doing her thing in a CircHIIT Class.

AMELIA LAUX

Certified Nutritionist & Substitute CircHIIT Coach

AMELIA LAUX

Certified Nutritionist & Substitute CircHIIT Coach

1. WHEN DID FITNESS BECOME A PART OF YOUR LIFE?

Fitness has always been a big part of my life growing up as an athlete. I played many sports from a young age but I never fully understood the importance of functional fitness training and how it improves your athletic capabilities.When high school ended, I also stopped playing sports. I felt like a part of me was missing so when I was 17 decided to join a gym. I quickly became addicted to running and powerlifting

2. WHY ARE YOU IN THE FITNESS INDUSTRY?

Knowing that fitness has changed me for the better, I wanted to help others reach their goals as well so that they may lead healthier lives

3. NAME 3 ADJECTIVES THAT DESCRIBE YOU.

Fun, Fit and Fab

4. WHEN YOU'RE NOT COACHING WHERE CAN WE FIND YOU AND WHAT ARE YOU DOING?

When I’m not training myself or others, you can find me hanging out with family and friends, eating icecream, coaching soccer, teaching Phys. Ed., and watching my favorite sports teams

 

5. TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOU THAT MOST PEOPLE DON'T ALREADY KNOW.

I can do a really good Shakira impersonation that includes vocals and the belly roll

Certifications

  • NASM
  • CPR/AED
  • CERTIFIED NUTRITIONIST
linda

LINDA MALINE

CROSSFIT KIDS COACH

LINDA MALINE

CROSSFIT KIDS COACH

When did fitness become a part of your life?  

I started doing gymnastics at age 4.  By age seven, I was training five days a week and competing in gymnastics competitions every weekend.  My gymnastics career ended around age 20.  I started running and going to the gym to weight train. I started working with personal trainers in my early thirties and found boot camp classes that I enjoyed in my late thirties.  I started participating in CrossFit in my early 40’s and continue to love fitness in any form and fashion.   

Why are you in the fitness industry?   

I am in the fitness industry because fitness makes me feel complete!  I love working out! I love how my coaches helped me become the best version of myself physical and mentally and love helping others become their best version of themselves. 

Name 3 adjectives that describe you.  

Energetic, enthusiastic and motivating. 

When you're not coaching where can we find you and what are you doing?

When I’m not coaching you can find me doing CrossFit, yoga, running, skiing, walking my dog, spending quality time with family and friends and enjoying the outdoors whenever possible! 

Tell us something about you that most people don't already know.  

I lived in Atlanta, GA for 10 years and was a live-in nanny and massage therapist.

Certifications

  • CROSSFIT LEVEL
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER FOR 20+ YEARS
PHIL

PHIL SOTO

CROSSFIT & CIRCHIIT COACH

PHIL SOTO

CROSSFIT & CIRCHIIT COACH

When did fitness become a part of your life?

I’ve always been an active child, but fitness truly became a part of my life when I suffered a knee injury in 2017. The road to recovery had me fascinated with movement mechanics. So much so, that I ended up changing majors in school to kinesiology.

Why are you in the fitness industry?

I’ve learned a lot and fitness has done so much for me. I want to be able to give that back to the community.

Name 3 adjectives that describe you.

Passionate, articulate, fun

When you're not coaching where can we find you and what are you doing? 

You can find me in the pool teaching swim lessons, or trying something new!

Tell us something about you that most people don't already know. 

I used to act in elementary to high school. 

Certifications

  • CROSSFIT LEVEL 1
  • CROSSFIT LEVEL 2
DEANNA

DEANNA SWEDISH

CROSSFIT COACH

DEANNA SWEDISH

CROSSFIT COACH

When did fitness become a part of your life?
Fitness has always been a part of my life. I grew up playing sports and quickly found that I had a competitive side. I decided to leave my career in fashion industry in 2014 and haven't looked back since. 

Why are you in the fitness industry?

I love being able to teach people new skills. Just spending an hour with a person, learning, talking can really change their outlook on themselves. 

 

Name 3 adjectives that describe you.

Spontaneous. Loud. Loyal.

When you're not coaching where can we find you and what are you doing? 

I mean when I’m not coaching, I also workout. But when I’m not in the gym you can find me with my family and friends. I love a good adventure.

Tell us something about you that most people don't already know.

I mean when I’m not coaching, I also workout. But when I’m not in the gym you can find me with my family and friends. I love a good adventure.

 

 

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 1
  • Brand X Kids
  • CrossFit Kids
  • CrossFit Weightlifting
MARK

MARK STALLONE

CIRCHIIT COACH

MARK STALLONE

CIRCHIIT COACH

When did fitness become part of your life? 

I was always active when I was younger but I would say my passion for fitness didn’t really begin until I started college about 15 years ago. It was the first time I had access to a gym. That’s where I fell in love with exercising. I started running a couple times a week and went from not being able to run 0.25 miles to running a half marathon. I also started strength training and would spend hours with my friends working out. 

Why are you in the fitness industry? 

I think I’m in the fitness Industry because it combines my passion of fitness with my enjoyment of working with people, helping them see their potential, and pushing them to reach their goals. (The most political answer I’ve ever given in my life)

Name 3 adjectives that describe you. 

Driven, Smart & Outgoing 

When you're not coaching where can we find you and what are you doing? 

When I’m not coaching, you can find me in a math classroom of a high school educating the youth. You can also find me outside, either walking my dog Slinky, running, or living my best life at the beach (in the summer). I also might be on my couch watching TV or scrolling Instagram. 

Tell us something about you that most people don't already know.  

I love watching HGTV and thinking about how I would design my kitchen in my nonexistent house.

Certifications

  • NASM