Meet Our World Class Coaches

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Coach Pedro brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our gym as a CrossFit Level I Trainer, Weightlifting Coach, and Aerobic Capacity Coach.

Pedro's goal as a coach is to help people achieve their goals, live a healthier life and share his knowledge about exercising and overall health.

Pedro is a triathlete competing in various completions around the world and completed his first Ironman on the island of Hawai'i in June 2023.

Coach Marcus is a passionate Crossfit enthusiast with a love for the ocean and coaching. He has dedicated nine years to Crossfit and holds a CrossFit Level 1 certification. 

Marcus enjoys engaging in longboarding, bodyboarding, and pickleball.  His favorite lift is the snatch, finding it both beautiful and challenging. 

Marcus is committed to supporting individuals of all ages and fitness levels, ensuring they stay strong, fit, and connected in their journey towards a healthier lifestyle for their ohana and keiki.

Coach Matt, nicknamed "Captain America" in the CrossFit community, has been involved since 2012. He has a CrossFit Level 1 certification and the Invictus Athlete Camp experience.

Matt embraced various sports, excelling in football, baseball, and achieving All American First Team Select status in Collegiate Rugby at the US Air Force Academy. His achievements extend to triathlons, cycling, and the impressive title of World Champion Outrigger Canoe Paddler. A four-time CrossFit Games competitor (2013, 2014, 2017, 2018), Matt has held the distinction of Fittest in the Hawaii Master's age group for an astonishing 10 consecutive years.

Amongst having a workout, "Captain America," dedicated to him, Hero WODs like DT and NATE are two favorites of his. 

Matt served as a USAF Fighter Pilot (F-15) for 24 years. His 2022 memoir, 'Wingman at War,' chronicles his experiences as the youngest USAF fighter pilot during DESERT STORM.

CrossFit Honolulu Owner and Coach, Karen stands as a steadfast presence in the CrossFit community, boasting a decade of dedicated experience and a CrossFit Level 2 certification. 

Her athletic journey was ignited early on by her parents, leading her through a diverse range of sports such as swimming, softball, volleyball, basketball, track and rowing.  Her competitive focus now centers on Outrigger Canoe Paddling and CrossFit competitions, reflecting her unwavering drive.

Karen's favorite olympic lift is the snatch, her favorite power lift is the back squat, and her favorite strength lift is the front squat.  Her enjoyment of barbell movements is the midline stability it builds and the mobility it requires to complete successfully.

Karen has a key interest in Nutritional Science, with her mission being to empower others with informed choices, intertwining exercise and nutrition for lasting well-being. 

Karen's true pride and joy are being a mom to her children.

Nick and Jenn Creech are a dynamic duo that brings passion, expertise and a whole lot of energy to the classes they coach. You can usually find both of them in a class tag-teaming lifting demonstrations and movement standards. 

Their Crossfit journey began in 2008 and became certified Crossfit Trainers (L2, Olympic Lifting/L1) in 2012 and Jenn in 2015. Nick has coached at  four affiliates including opening a Crossfit in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. 

Beyond Crossfit, Nick has a deep love for Ohio State football.  When they are not watching 6am football games, you can find them running, hiking or embracing new sports in the water.  

Anyone who has seen Nick is the gym knows his favorite lift is the snatch. His impeccable technique  and transition demonstrates his mastery of the movement. On the other hand,  Jenn prefers a heavy power clean and wall balls. Nick's favorite workout is "Amanda" (ring muscle ups and squat stanch) while Jenn loves to challenge him with the benchmark "Annie" (double-unders and sit ups).

Together, Nick and Jenn complement each other while their passion for fitness fuels their drive to continuously improve and excel in their workouts and fitness activities.

Nick and Jenn have three kids, Josalyn, Connor, and Parker. 

Coach Katie has 11 years of experience as a CrossFit athlete and coach. After holding a CrossFit Level 1 certification for several years, Katie earned the CrossFit Level 2 Certification in September 2023.

With a diverse athletic background, Katie finds her passion in ocean sports, particularly surfing and outrigger canoe paddling, both recreationally and competitively.

Her favored lifts are the snatch and overhead squat. Beyond CrossFit, Katie's energy extends to the ocean, where she relishes a Hawaii Kai run on her OC1 canoe. 

Coach Chiyo has been a dedicated CrossFit enthusiast since 2015 holding a CrossFit level 1 certification.  Chiyo was introduced to CrossFit through a friend and was instantly captivated.  Her devotion to health and fitness drives her to aid others in pursuing their personal aspirations

Her athletic journey spans various stages, from participating in her youth swim team to excelling in high school volleyball and lacrosse. She made her mark internationally by joining the UCI World Cycling Tour in Australia and Belgium in 2011. Chiyo proudly represented Guam in Individual and Team Triathlon Sprints at the South Pacific Games in 2011 and secured back-to-back victories in 2012 and 2013 at Hawaii's arduous Dick Evans Memorial Road Race, a 112-mile cycling challenge around Oahu.

Beyond her passion for sports, Chiyo's professional background as a Family Nurse Practitioner underscores her commitment to help others work towards their personal goals.

Coach Brandon has been immersed in the world of CrossFit for 2.5 years and holds a CrossFit Level 1 certification. 

His athletic journey started early, engaging in various sports since childhood. Weightlifting became a constant during middle school, evolving alongside his passion for physics-based fitness throughout his military service. The appeal of Olympic lifting captured him in his final active duty years, and he later discovered CrossFit as a pandemic-driven change.

A fan of the Broncos, Rockies, and Mariners, Brandon's sports enthusiasm extends to the Colorado Avalanche. Among workouts, squats in all forms are his favorite, complemented by a growing mastery of gymnastic skills and bar muscle-ups.

Coach Joe has been involved with CrossFit since 2010, and has been certified as a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer, as well as having held Row, Strongman, Mobility, and Endurance certificates.

When Joe is not working and spending time with his family, you can find him surfing, shaping surfboards and bodyboards, or brewing beer.

Joe prefers the technical movements of CrossFit, including Strict Handstand Push Ups, Muscle-Ups, Pistols, Kettlebell Snatches, and Atlas Stones.

Coach Joe has put many years and much time to become the CrossFit athlete he is today.  Having competed in several local competitions, Joe brings a vast array of knowledge to his coaching as he continues to work on his athletic ability.

Coach Julie holds a 12 and a half-year journey in the CrossFit world. She has a CrossFit Level 1 and CrossFit Mobility certification. Notably, she gained insights from top CrossFit athletes and learned under the guidance of renowned Olympic lift coach Mike Burgener at the Invictus Competitors Camp.

Julie's athletic beginnings trace back to high school paddling, later exploring fitness trends like aerobics and Turbo Kick Boxing. However, it was the community, skill mastery, and progress tracking of CrossFit that truly resonated. Julie actively engages in local Masters Competitions, showcasing her love for Olympic lifting, particularly Clean and Jerks, as well as barbell cycling and Wall Balls.

Outside of CrossFit, Julie is a devoted mother of two teenagers and manages a full-time job. Despite her busy life, coaching CrossFit brings her immense joy, reflecting her commitment to nurturing a thriving fitness community.

Coach Ricky was introduced to CrossFit in 2021 and became a serious CrossFit athlete in November 2022 when he joined CrossFit Honolulu.  Ricky is currently working towards his CrossFit Level 1 Training certificate.

Ricky grew up playing sports his whole life, with a focus on Football at St. Louis High School where he was a two-time all-state defensive back.  During his time, his team also won three state championships in a row.  He also played baseball, basketball, and ran track during his time at St. Louis High School.

Your can find Ricky enjoying  fishing or bodyboarding in the ocean, or hiking around the numerous trails on our beautiful island.

Ricky's favorite lift is the Thruster and enjoys the kettlebell and GHDs in his workouts, as well as Handstand Walking.

Ricky is the proud father of his son Maverick.