Nicola Stiddard is the owner of CrossFit Catford, Blackheath and Blackheath weightlifting club. Nicola is a CrossFit level 2 coach, level 3 personal trainer and level 2 british weightlifting coach. Prior to CrossFit Nicola worked as a personal trainer for 3 years at Gymbox and established her business and name amongst the top PTs in london. Nicola is very passionate about building a community of encouraging, kind and diverse people from all walks of life and takes great pride in the attitude of her members.

Natasha started CrossFit in 2017 making the move over to the world of weightlifting, joining her local barbell club and shadowing both CrossFit and weightlifting classes. In lockdown 2020 she obtained her British Weightifting level 1 & 2 and in 2022 she followed it up by completing her CrossFit level 1. Natasha loves to focus on technique, moving well, feeling strong and having fun is her ethic, regardless of which class she is now teaching. Her aim is to get more people, especially women into Weightlifting & CrossFit, regardless of their age and ability.

Bryan has been involved with CrossFit for more than 10 years, coaching in South Africa and is a Level 2 CrossFit Coach. Bryan has a passion for helping people with rehabilitation for injuries and pre-habilitation to prevent injuries that could occur. Bryan is a L3 PT as well as has qualifications in in sports massage, sport specific training and many more. Bryan is extremely friendly and will support anyone as much as possible. He is very patient with clients whether they're new or experienced within CrossFit. He loves a good joke but if you want to make his day then drop a Dad joke his way!

Having spent many years within the fitness industry as a personal trainer and Fitness instructor, Ben decided to try a hand at CrossFit. He instantly caught the bug and just like that he couldn’t get enough of it. He is such an integral part of the community, getting involved in competitions and working on his own weaknesses and building his strength in classes. Ben understands the ideology behind CrossFit and within his first year of taking part in all things CrossFit, he wanted to further his knowledge and acquired his Level 1 trainer.Description goes here

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. Lewis has developed a huge love for CrossFit over the last few years which has led to him competing within the sport. Lewis is a compassionate coach who thrives on seeing the success of others and helping people see their true potential.

Sarah is a CrossFit Level 1 coach who started her CrossFit journey right here with us at CrossFit Catford. Starting as a member when we first opened, Sarah loved the sport and our gym so much that she became our first ever coaching intern and joined the team back in summer 2021. Sarah is a super friendly, supportive and approachable coach who will make you feel at ease in class. Her caring attitude comes from her background as a nurse but she also has a competitive side and grew up as a competitive swimmer so she is not afraid to give you an encouraging push if you need one!

Training has been a huge part of Fran's life for 10 years now. She has recently fallen in love with the constantly varied approach to training that CrossFit provides and is now much fitter and stronger as a result! Fran is a CrossFit Level 1 Coach and Level 3 PT but outside of the gym is a true Northener who can chat your ear off about anything! She loves her food, getting outdoors and can't wait to work with you all soon! Come and say hi to Fran when you're next in the gym!

Rebecca found she had a passion for weightlifting through Crossfit over 10 years ago and hasn’t looked back since. BWL Level 1 qualified coach and a keen masters weightlifting competitor. Strong advocate for the benefits of strength training with a particular interest in getting women of all ages into weightlifting.

Viv is a CrossFit Level 1, Level 2 Trainer. Having started CrossFit 6 years ago she has developed a passion for helping others learn new skills and makes sure that everyone comes away from class learning something new. Having been through the whole process of learning as a complete beginner she empathises with everyone! Viv is friendly and chatty, something that you cannot miss as you walk through the door. She always wants to know what everyone has been up to and how their pets are. You will feel instantly relaxed when Viv is coaching class!