930 Alton Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 397-8655
Jason was born in Brooklyn, NY and moved to Miami at the age of 7. He played soccer for 10 years and was invited to play with the Junior US National team in Germany. In high school, Jason was a letterman athlete in two sports- track and football. During
college, he dedicated himself to studying physiology and kinesiology, while playing football and running track for the institution. On campus is where he gained knowledge
of numerous speed and agility techniques. Following college, he trained as a body builder for 3 years but Jason Admits nothing compares to Crossfit. Jason has been a Crossfit trainer since 2009 but has been involved in personalized fitness all his life. His passion for a healthy body has led him to inspire and help others find their path to fitness and health. Jason take tremendous pride in seeing trainee’s enthusiasm when they obtain immediate
results of their efforts once they get hooked too.
“I want you to become your best, physically and mentally. I will help you set goals,
make nutritional plans, learn proper strength techniques, improve endurance, plus
gain muscle and lose fat.”
Certifications:
Crossfit Level 1 certified
Crossfit Level 2 prep
Crossfit kettle bell
Crossfit gymnastics
Sadie Wells has a Level 1 Crossfit Trainer and Kettle Bell Cert. She is a former collegiate all conference cross country and track & field athlete with over 20 years of running experience. She is one of the top runners in South Florida and is well known in the running/ road racing community (Mile, 5k, and Half Marathons). Recently she took up the sport of triathlon. (swim, bike, & run) She is a pacer for many of the local run clubs where she helps coach local runners. Everyday, Sadie tries her very best to help all our members attain the best physical performance possible.
“I want you to become your best, physically and mentally. I will help you set goals,
make nutritional plans, learn proper strength techniques, improve endurance, plus
gain muscle and lose fat.”
Certifications:
Crossfit Level 1 certified
Crossfit Level 2 prep
Crossfit kettle bell
Crossfit gymnastics
Coming from Dade County, Chris Espinal’s journey to assistant head coach at CFMB wasn’t far, but special none the less. Like many athletes, Chris’ affinity for basic strength training started at Miami Senior Highschool, with rusty free weights and bad form. However, by his senior year it blossomed into a legitimate olympic lifting hobby. It was during his first semester at FIU, that Chris recognized fitness as his true passion, when he was able to give a presentation on his major in front of his class, not rehearsed, but on passion alone, a precursor to his future coaching days….”my goal is to push fitness and health to the masses, not just a few people…” Just 2 years later, with a BS in Exercise Physiology, Chris fell into Crossfit almost accidentaly, as an intern, and the rest is history. In 2011, Chris left a lucrative concierge position at the Mondrian South Beach, to pursue coaching full time. He is a true student of the sport, and constantly studies film on the progress of new crosffiters, the coaching/training techniques of more experienced coaches, as well as himself. You can find him at the box confidently teaching a class, banging out a WOD, or after gym hours, “getting under” increasing amounts of weight with nothing but a bucket of chalk, and a rolling camera, and don’t be surprised if he asks to see your snatch, his favorite Crossfit movement. At the round age of 25, Chris plans to fine tune his body and compete himself!
Certifications:
Crossfit Level 1 certified
Crossfit Level 2 prep
Crossfit kettle bell
Crossfit gymnastics
Born and raised in Miami, FL, I was brought up to always be involved in sports or fitness. As a youngster, I was involved in kenpo karate, obtaining my black belt at the age of 12, and still train to this day. Alongside the martial arts, I was actively involved in basketball, football, baseball, and track. Into my high school years, I was a 3 sport athlete, lettering in basketball, football, and track. After high school, I was fortunate enough to continue my basketball career and play for Lasell College, in Newton, MA. After 2 years, I returned and am continuing my efforts to earning my BS in Sports and Recreation Management. During my studies, I began coaching middle school and high school basketball. Being involved with kids and focusing on fitness and well-being, crossfit out-shined all other functional trainings and fitness workouts.
I got introduced to CrossFit after 3 years of coaching basketball, and have not doubted the change ever since. Reebok CrossFit Miami Beach has blessed me with a great opportunity to grow as athlete and a coach. The aspects of CrossFit can be used and implemented to ever and any aspect of life; sports, wellness, and longevity of oneís life.
Certifications:
Crossfit Level 1 certified
Crossfit Level 2 prep
Crossfit kettle bell
Crossfit gymnastics
Former gymnast, Stephanie Balzola, has been part of the CrossFit community since 2009. After receiving her degree in Elementary Education, Stephanie embarked on her career teaching CrossFit Kids and became the first Infant Swimming Resource/CrossFit Kids instructor. Stephanie’s goal is to influence every child’s life so that they can make smart and healthy decisions for a bright future!
Certifications:
Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education, Florida International University
Certified ISR Instructor
CrossFit Level 1 Certified
CrossFIt Kids Certified
James Lopez began his athletic journey thru sports such as baseball and basketball at a young age. With more of his focus on baseball, James went on to graduate high school and receive a scholarship to Newberry College in South Carolina. James completed two years there and then brought his talents back to South Florida to finish up his schooling at St. Thomas University.
After James stopped playing baseball at a collegiate level, he found crossfit as his new sport. Right away James was drawn to the competitive and skilled edge that crossfit brings out in its athletes. James has now been crossfitting for almost 2 years. “My level of fitness and drive has never been higher. I encourage everyone to at least try crossfit once. You’ll know right away if this sport is for you”. James preaches how crossfit has helped him working with private clientele. His baseball athletes are all reaping the benefits of this style of training.
” Success isn’t about ‘GREATNESS’. It’s about CONSISTENCY. Consistent hard work gains success. Greatness will come.”
CERTIFICATIONS
-Crossfit Level 1
-Crossfit Gymnastics
-Mobility Certification
-Powerlifting
