The moment you arrive for your first class, you will find a community of like-minded people, all ages and body types, committed to working hard and achieving a better version of themselves. We care about our members, with our regular member check-ins to our daily video broadcasts, we are here to support you every step of the way.
To help and support you reaching your goals and your true physical abilities, you need expert Coaches, you require a high-level of knowledge and experience. At Aphobos CrossFit we have over 15 years experience in the industry, we have members from all walks of life. Those whom have been CrossFitting previously but require a better, more knowledgeable Coaching team, Athletes, our Head Coach has competed at a high-standard of CrossFit with some awards and medals to support her commitment to the sport. We offer a diverse team, with a wide knowledge based here to support those completely new to the sport and those we want to welcome to our family and offer something new. Without the support of the Coaching team and our members, it is hard to stay on track – with our support and care we are also accountable for your journey and are invested to ensure you grow.
Founder & Head Coach
Gemma has over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, with a background in semi-professional sports herself, competing in Judo and being one of the only females in the UK to own a black belt. She discovered CrossFit in early 2012 and competed at a professional level. She placed 3rd in the Irish Throwdown in 2013. She then went on to open CrossFit Bromley in 2015, and five years later we have evolved as Aphobos CrossFit.
Head of Operations & Sales/Senior Coach
Competing in many sports from a young age, Danny was introduced to CrossFit in 2014. He immediately found a passion for the sport and the knowledge required to be a coach. In 2016, Danny left his full-time job to dedicate his life to CrossFit and Aphobos.
Gym Manager & Coach
With a background in physiotherapy and playing national league hockey Alex has always been driven by improving performance. Fitness has been a staple in Alex’s life and venturing into the fitness industry as a personal trainer was the beginning of his coaching journey. Alex discovered CrossFit in 2019 and fell in love with the mixed modality training and group environment and hasn’t looked back since. He applied to the apprenticeship and began the Aphobos Coaching Development Programme with Gemma in early 2020.
Coach
Emma joined Aphobos in 2019 after feeling something was missing in her training regime – the gym lacked the competitive edge & buzz she was looking for. Her love for Crossfit was immediate and in 2021 she took the plunge to explore this passion further and joined the Aphobos Coach Development Programme. Under Alex & Head Coach Gemma’s guidance she has developed her knowledge and coaching experience; becoming a Crossfit Level 1 Trainer in September 2021.
Sport & fitness have always been a part of Emma’s life; having competed in Stunt Cheerleading in University before transitioning to playing rugby in Championship 2 for the past 7 years & representing her County.
Nutritionist
Liam is a performance nutritionist and owner of pH Nutrition. Having originally trained in Sports Therapy, he completed an MSc in Exercise and Nutrition Science and has worked at Fulham FC, Tottenham Hotspur, FC Copenhagen and the Republic of Ireland National team. He set up pH Nutrition in 2016 and has since worked with over 2000 clients. These clients range from new members, to weekend warriors to those just wanting to get in shape for summer! Liam’s approach to nutrition is about simplicity and is part of the Aphobos team that can help you to train, look and feel better.
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