At our facility, you will find a staff of experienced, certified fitness instructors ready to guide you toward your goals. If you are interested in personal sessions with a personal trainer in Markham or Woodbridge or seeking motivation in group settings, our fitness instructors are here to support you every step of the way. With expertise ranging from group fitness instruction to specialized disciplines like CrossFit coaching, our team ensures you receive personalized attention to your needs. Trust in our certified fitness instructor to light your passion for fitness.
Cristini Athletics boasts an exceptional record of coaches, each among the finest in Ontario. Their combined expertise and varied skill sets an impressive standard. Committed to the success of their athletes, this team of professionals offers unmatched support.
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Fitness has always been a part of Steve’s life. He literally grew up in the aerobics room and his first job was cleaning a gym. He is now a co-owner and Head Coach of one. Like other members of his family, he was born with a competitive spirit. He is a three-time CrossFit Games Regional athlete, who also participated in the CrossFit Games in 2016. He’s also competed in the Granite Games as well as Wodapalooza. As a certified coach, Steve’s specialties are perfecting movements and pushing people to a new level of mental and physical strength.
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Anna is a fitness veteran with over 30 years of relevant experience. As co-owner and coach at Cristini Athletics, she and her sons (Chris and Steve), treat every gym member like they’re a part of the family. Over the course of her career, she’s taught aerobics, step classes, kickboxing, bootcamp, spin, and even Zumba. These days, CrossFit is her program of choice. She’s a certified coach specializing in movement and mobility as well as weightlifting.
Need a dose of encouragement? Anna’s favorite quote may do the trick. “All things are possible to those that believe!”
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Chris has been a competitive strength athlete, coach and certified personal trainer for almost 2 decades.
He loves sharing his passion for strength training and wellness with others and teaching clients how to use fitness as a catalyst for positive change in other areas of life. He is a compassionate coach who is committed to helping clients reach their individual goals, through evidence-based methods and practical, long-term strategies.His favourite things about CrossFit are the focus on long term health, the strong sense of community and comradery and of course, throwing around a barbell!
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Maria knows what it takes to get your body in tip-top shape. A former track star, she competed in the 100m, high jump, and long jump. She also put her best body forward as a Provincial Bikini Fitness athlete with the Ontario Physique Association. At Cristini Athletics, Maria pours all her energy into running our Mommy Bootcamp classes. Every day, she inspires mothers to take time for themselves and use fitness to get healthy and build confidence. Put in the work and she’ll help you unlock your inner superhero!
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CrossFit Level 1
NCCP Olympic Lifting Club Coach
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Back in 2010 I had just heard of Crossfit and I happened to see a flier on the bulletin board at a local coffee shop for Crossfit Markham. I figured it must be a sign! I called the number and got Anna, she told me to come out on Saturday. The workout was going to be at the track at a nearby high school.
Saturday comes and as I drive in I see Anna tossing a bunch of weights and kettlebells off the back of her big red pick-up truck. She looks like a professional athlete and all I can think is, “no one has seen me yet, just turn around and back the hell outta here!”
I summon all my courage and get out of the car, walk over to Anna who says “Are you Sommer? Start carrying this stuff up to the track!”
At the end of class she said come to the house on Monday, some time after 6…..and more than a decade later, I haven’t left.
I can’t even imagine my life without it and I appreciate everything that I’ve learned about fitness, goals, hard work and personal accomplishment.
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Meet Coach Youssef, Your Expert in Athlete Development Transforming Athletes at Every Level Fresh from the Bill Parisi Coaches Training Course, Coach Youssef is excited to specialize in training YOUR athletes! With a focus on both physical prowess and mental resilience, our programs are designed to foster overall athletic improvement. Whether your athlete is just starting at 7 or aiming for professional heights, Coach Youssef is here to boost their performance and confidence. Building a Foundation for a Healthy Life At the heart of our training is the commitment to a holistic approach. Coach Youssef emphasizes not just fitness but also good nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits. He understands the challenges athletes face both on and off the field, preparing them for all aspects of life. Tailored Training for Every Athlete Every athlete is unique, and that’s why Coach Youssef uses the Parisi Speed School’s Performance Evaluation. This ensures your athlete’s training is perfectly aligned with their abilities and goals. Progress is always personalized and monitored for the best results. Strength Training for Every Stage From beginners to advanced competitors, our strength training programs cover it all. Starting with basic techniques and bodyweight exercises, to sport-specific protocols for high-level athletes, we’re here to push boundaries and elevate performances. Empowering Young Athletes Especially for our younger athletes, the CST program is a game-changer. Focused on foundational skills like coordination and first step quickness, it’s all about building confidence, flexibility, and injury prevention in a fun, engaging setting. Join Coach Youssef and embark on a journey that prepares athletes for the highest levels of competition and a healthier lifestyle. Let’s unlock potential together!
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Maria knows what it takes to get your body in tip-top shape. A former track star, she competed in the 100m, high jump, and long jump. She also put her best body forward as a Provincial Bikini Fitness athlete with the Ontario Physique Association. At Cristini Athletics, Maria pours all her energy into running our Mommy Bootcamp classes. Every day, she inspires mothers to take time for themselves and use fitness to get healthy and build confidence. Put in the work and she’ll help you unlock your inner superhero!
CERTIFICATIONS:
CrossFit Level 1
NCCP Olympic Lifting Club Coach
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Rob Kiddie has been a long time member and coach of our Woodbridge location. He has a super extensive knowledge about the sport side of CrossFit and always has great advice on how the “Game” a workout. His passion and experience are shown in his coaching style.
CERTIFICATIONS:
CrossFit Level 1
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Movement has always been a big part of Nidias life. At age 11 she received a pull up bar for Christmas and the rest is history as they say. She went on to attend Humber college in the Fitness & Health program and would spend the next decade as a powerlifter. In 2016 she discovered CrossFit and though it was not love at first sight she would eventually fall in love with the community. In 2018 she found Cristini Athletics and went on to compete at nationals with Markham Powerlifting.
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Chris is one of the three amazing co-owners at Cristini Athletics. He’s a highly-decorated athlete and scholar who’s studied the human body inside and out. He’s acquired multiple CrossFit certifications including weightlifting, mobility and recovery. As a coach, he specializes in optimizing human movement and performance. He believes mental strength is just as important as physical. He knows from personal experience how.
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Monica is a two-time Canadian National Champion in figure skating. As a national team athlete she competed on the international circuit, highlighted by a top ten finish at Junior Worlds.
She knows the dedication and hard work it takes to reach your goals. She has been coaching athletes of all ages and abilities on the ice and in the gym since 2009.
Monica joined CrossFit in 2017.
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Starting at the age of 16, MC not only discovered Crossfit, but also what it means to be balanced and feel good in her mind and body. She always thinks that achieving small little things in the gym makes you want to achieve great things in life. Building a strong, safe and healthy community has always been a strong motivation for her, this is why she likes coaching so much. She started coaching in Laval in 2017 and it has been her passion ever since, always aiming to be a better coach and athlete. If you have any questions or want a good chat don’t hesitate to reach out to her.
CERTIFICATIONS:
CrossFit Level 1 trainer (CF-L1)
CrossFit Level 2 trainer (CF-L2)
Crossfit Gymnastic Course
Crossfit Lesson Planning Certificate
Crossfit Spot the Flaw Certificate
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Sabrina has been actively pursuing fitness since the age of sixteen. After obtaining a BA in marketing, she realized her real passion was human anatomy and movement. She obtained her CanFit Pro PTS and Reebok Spinning Certifications. She then received her Fitness, Nutrition & Leadership Certification. The next twenty years were spent in community centre and corporate gym environments helping people achieve their fitness goals. Her love of long distance running and bodybuilding took a backseat once she discovered Crossfit. You will find her six days a week in the box training and learning from the best coaches in the Crossfit community.
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Vanessa discovered CrossFit the summer of 2021, looking for a new challenge after 11 years of being a soccer player. After she started she Immediately fell in love with the sport and the community, she decided that she wanted to coach and got her CF-L1 shortly after. She is currently the director of the CrossFitTeens program as well as coaching classes throught the week! Although new to coaching Vanessa is eager to continue to learn and grow as a coach!
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Andrejs left behind his career in finance to pursue his passion for fitness and health. Being a CrossFit coach and building relationships within the community continues to drive and inspire Andrejs to keep growing.
Over the years he has also expanded his expertise in mental performance coaching to help people achieve their goals.
Certifications:
– CrossFit Level 2
– CrossFit Aerobic Capacity
– CrossFit Gymnastics
– CrossFit Weightlifting
– CrossFit Masters Trainer
– NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) Master Practitioner
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Brandon Crump is a staple in the CrossFit community in Ontario. His humble attitude and surprisingly deep voice are attributes that are hard to forget! He has been a coach since 2011 and has been a member of our CrossFit Games team since 2016.Brandon helps train our members for their individual needs.
Coach Brandon is also a mental health professional! He is currently working with clients on improving both their mental and physical health!
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Hii I am coach Sandra, I am a full time Math and Phys. Ed teacher in Mississauga, at The Woodlands SS. I coach cross-country, powerlifting and track and field. I have always been very involved in athletics which turned into a fitness passion in university. I completed my degree in Kinesiology and started racking up the certificates in personal training and fitness instructing. I got into CrossFit because everyone told me I would love it, and I did! I am also a proud mom to my 2 year old son!
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