Jesse Bifano and Heather Bell opened CrossFit Squamish in 2009. They are passionate about CrossFit, in methodology and practice, and absolutely love teaching. CrossFit offers an immense amount of information to it's trainers through certification courses, seminars and CrossFit Journal articles. Heather and Jesse utilize these resources to their full potential because they believe that constant learning and a varied skill set are imperative for the highest quality of training. Heather's 3000 hours of training as a BC Registered Massage Therapist provides a foundational knowledge base in the gym that enhances the safety and technical merit of the fitness training provided. Heather and Jesse feel strongly about applying their CrossFit training to as many events outside the gym as they can. These include: Running and Mountain Bike races, CrossFit Competitions, Strongman Competitions, Powerlifting Meets, Adventure Races, Logger's Sports and 24 Hour Events. Ultimately they strive to lead by example.
JESSE BIFANO
Jesse is a Level 2 CrossFit trainer and a natural teacher. Prior to opening the gym, he worked as a Wildland Firefighter for 12 years and has successfully competed in Ultra Distance running, Powerlifting meets, Logger's Sports and Strongman competitions. Read More
HEATHER BELL
Heather is both a Registered Massage Therapist (2006) and a CrossFit Trainer (2008). She utilizes her knowledge and experience from each discipline, along with her diverse athletic background, to explore and thoroughly understand the relationship between rehabilitation and fitness training. Read More
STEVE HOWELL
Steve is a level 1 CrossFit trainer and a high level CrossFit competitor, who's skill set as a coach is enhanced by his commitment to developing himself as an athlete. Steve's passion for CrossFit is obvious to anyone who has met him! Read More
MIKE RAFFERTY - Apprentice Trainer
Mike is a level 1 CrossFit trainer who joined the CrossFit Squamish trainers team in early 2011. His background as a paramedic and a dedicated CrossFit athlete with an amazing attitude makes him an asset to the community.
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