CrossFit Brisbane

Looking forward to 2020 ...

It's time for us to step back..

October marks 13 years that CrossFit Brisbane has been in operation, and 15 years since we started with the idea of creating a fitness business. We could not be prouder of the gym, and the amazing place it has become.

Now that we are both in our fifties and our kids have left home, we have decided that it is the right time to step back from gym ownership. So, we are passing on the baton to new owners that have the passion, energy and focus to see the gym continue to grow and develop for another 13 years and beyond. 

Wendy and I remain as committed as ever to CrossFit and nothing has changed in regards to our love and belief in the method. If anything, we are more fired up than ever about the future of CrossFit. However, as the last year has shown, my full-time job with CrossFit HQ has increasingly taken me away from my responsibilities to the gym.  Wendy has done a great job managing the team in my absence and is now looking forward to stepping back from her high workload and enjoying being a member of the community.

We have been working on our succession plan since 2013, and we have been adamant that we would not step back unless we found the right owner. CrossFit Brisbane has been our baby, and we will only hand it over to someone that loves it as much as we do, will protect the ethos and culture, and has the necessary skills to run the business as it continues to grow. The ideal succession for us has always been to hand it over to a member from within our community that “gets it”.

It has taken 6 years, but we have found the right people. We are very pleased to announce that on 13th December 2019, Garath and Tennille Thomas will take over as the new owners of CrossFit Brisbane.  Garath & Tennile share our vision for the affiliate, and they are exactly who we have been looking for to take the gym forward. 

From a day to day perspective it will be “business as usual” and there are no changes to the way the gym operates. I will continue to provide the programming and Garath and Tennille are committed to keeping CrossFit Brisbane true to our roots.  Wendy and I will also be there in a support role as they find their feet, and we look forward to training in the classes.

We plan to continue our CrossFit work, it will just be on bigger projects outside the affiliate. We have courses that that we plan on writing, some travel to do, and my HQ work is where I will be dedicating my efforts. Although it is difficult to move on, we know it is the right time, and we are excited for the future, both for the gym and for our plans personally. Our whole life has revolved around the gym for 13 years, and we are now looking forward to new challenges.

Please welcome Garath and Tennille with open arms and help them settle in, as we will be. We know this is a big announcement and that change brings out fears and concerns, but be excited instead. The gym will continue to operate as usual and we know it is going to thrive under the new management.  We will see you in the gym this week. Please feel free to discuss the change with us further in person.

Save the date! Sunday, 15th December there will be a BBQ in the park. This will be our official send-off and welcome for Garath & Tennille.

As always, thank you for your support,
Matt & Wendy (and Bella)

WOD – Thursday, 13/6/2019

WOD
[A] “Jack”
Complete as many rounds as possible in 20 mins of:
10 Push Press, 52kg (35kg)
10 Kettlebell Swings, 24kg (16kg)
10 Box Jumps, 24” (20”)

[COMPETITION TRAINING]
[B] Front Squat
5 x 2

[C] AMRAP 5 mins
7 Burpees to 6″ target
3 Bar Muscle Ups

Photo Credit: Wendy Swift

 

Anzac Day Murph

ANZAC Day - 25th April

Anzac Day memorial Service at Norman Park at 6am
Hero workout ‘Murph’. 
BYO barbecue brekky at the gym.
Presentation of the Class Wars trophy to the champion Class from the CrossFit Open

Details:

• 6am - Service at National Servicemen’s Memorial Gardens, Norman Park Memorial Bowls Club, Norman Ave.
• Immediately after the close of Service gather in Wilson Park for a group warm up in preparation for Murph.
• Run from Wilson Park to the Gym
• Follow Norman Ave to Scott St. 
• Turn right past the dog park. 
• At the cul-de-sac turn right and go over the footbridge.
• Follow Rome St, to the main road and turn right.
• When you reach the traffic lights at Cavendish Rd cross at the pedestrian crossing, and continue to Clarence St and the gym. (1.9km)
• At the gym complete 100 pull ups, 200 push ups and 300 squats, followed by a 1.6km run.
• Down Clarence St, through the park to Stanley Rd. Run to the traffic lights at the cnr of Stanley and Cavendish Rd, then return to the gym the same way. You are finished!
• If you cannot run, you can meet at the gym and row or bike
• Team Murph is a scaled option (share the reps with a buddy), as is substitute exercises for injury.
• Please bring any of the following to share: eggs, toast, avocado, tomato, sausages, bacon, fruit, coffee, milk, croissants etc.

Run Track from Norman Park:

Sign up for the 800gram Nutrition Challenge!!

Two weeks ago on Facebook and in the Newsletter we dropped details on our next nutrition challenge: the #800gChallenge™. You can now signup HERE.   Note, we are starting a week later than we previously indicated to give people time to signup in the coming week.

So, What is the #800gChallenge?
The #800gChallenge is a fun and inclusive twist on eating healthy. First, there are NO foods to eliminate. That’s right! All you have to do is eat 800 grams, by weight, of fruits and vegetables each day. Why? It’s a simplified way to get all those servings of fruits and vegetables that are associated with health.

This challenge is by EC Synkowski of OptimizeMe Nutrition, a certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach who has educated thousands of individuals on nutrition.

Why a Challenge At All? 
Yes, you come to our affiliate for the workouts - but nutrition is AS IMPORTANT AS WORKING OUT. Re-read that. We get it! In our modern busy lives, we are ALL subject to falling off the proverbial nutrition wagon. We use challenges to provide that same group atmosphere that’s successful for workouts. It’s about getting back on the wagon, challenging yourself, and/or learning something new about your nutrition.

Cost
$40

Dates
Monday 11th February - Sunday 10th March

Ok, Ok, I’m In!

Great! Sign-up HERE

Want to Learn More?
Come to our member meeting this Friday, 8th Feb at 7pm to hear all the rules of the challenge.

© 2018 OptimizeMe Nutrition LLC

CrossFit Brisbane Christmas Party

Registration is OPEN for 2018 Club Champs

Club Champs 2018 Chris Twaddell Memorial Shield

Register in Event 1 OR Event 2
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*EVENT 1 - INDIVIDUAL*
- Individual Male
- Individual Female
- Age Group
- 40-49 Male
- 40-49 Female
- 50+ Male
- 50+ Female
- 15 - 17yrs Male
- 15 - 17yrs Female
- 14 & Under Male
- 14 & Under Female
Entry $40
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*EVENT 2 - TEAMS*
Teams - Mixed Triplet (MMF or MFF)
Entry $120 (one registration per team)
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*Registration*
Register by 12/10/2018 and receive a Competition T-Shirt
Entries close 25/10/2018
Must be current members of CFB and CFN to be eligible

Sunday, 28 October 2018
Time: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

CFB Brisbane

47 Clarence St

Coorparoo

Brisbane, QLD 4151 AU

 

Want to work at CrossFit Brisbane?

Due to maternity leave, a position has opened at CrossFit Brisbane for a Casual CrossFit Trainer. CrossFit Brisbane affiliated in 2006 and is committed to providing a high standard of service to our clients. We are looking for a motivated and energetic trainer to join our team. Information about CrossFit Brisbane can be found at www.crossfitbrisbane.com

Position:
Casual Trainer, 10 - 15 hours per week
Opportunity to build a Personal Training client base if desired

Qualifications:
Level 1 CrossFit Certificate (CF-L1)
Level 2 CrossFit Certificate (CF-L2)
Senior First Aid (or Workplace Level 2 or Apply First Aid)
Cert III and Cert IV in Fitness (if interested in Personal Training)

Preferred Qualifications:
Certified CrossFit Trainer (CF-L3)
Specialty credentials
Weightlifting
Gymnastics
Master
Kids
Tertiary Education

Experience:
Must have previous experience coaching in an Affiliate environment
This is NOT a trainee or intern position

Relevant Skills:
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Excellent Team skills
Competent report writing and basic admin skills
Good organisation and time management skills
Ability to take feedback and adjust accordingly
Commitment to ongoing education

Please note that the position requires the ability to work early mornings and/or evenings

Please apply in writing to wendy@crossfitbrisbane.com

 

End of Open SHINDIG!

Crossfit Brisbane Crew!!!
This week is the last week of the open and as promised we are having a little SHINDIG!

Friday Night Lights will run as it has the past 4 weeks, briefing at 5pm and heats starting around 5:30pm. As you warm up and compete the amazing people at The Golden Roast will be cooking up a storm of delicious slow cooked beef and pork. There will be salads, bread rolls and wraps and condiments buffet style to build your meal from. Food will be available from 6:30pm until 9pm. Please BYO drinks, Crossfit Brisbane will have some beers on offer as well!

WHAT: The Golden Roast [food van]- slow cooked beef and pork + salads + breads + condiments, buffet style.

WHEN & WHERE: From 6:30pm- 9pm, this Friday the 23rd March at Crossfit Brisbane

WHO: Everyone is welcome! Come to compete or just to hang out and support.

COST: $20 per person. Children 4-10 years old are ½ price ($10).

DRINKS: CFB will have some beers on offer, if you would like anything else please BYO (but if you are competing remember to hydrate with water first!)

*** RAFFLE will also be drawn on Fri night!!!
Get your tickets now, amazing prizes! YOU GOTTA BE IN IT TO WIN IT!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW to GET EXCITED about the CROSSFIT OPEN at CFB in 2018

CrossFit Open 
A competition that runs for 5 weeks, with one workout per week. 
It is held all around the world at local CrossFit Boxes, with everyone completing the same workout
The workout has scaled divisions for beginners, and also has Master’s and Teenage categories
It is for EVERYONE
You get a World Ranking, it’s really cool, it’s heaps of fun

Friday Night Lights
CFB will run the Open on Friday night from 5pm. Commencing Feb 23rd for 5 weeks
Alternate times can be arranged every week! Just let Wendy know what you need.
Early or late heat times can be organised 
Monday at 7am, 8am and 7pm will be available as alternate times
You can also ask for other arrangements
There will be NO CLASSES running on Friday nights. If you want to train Friday afternoon you can! BUT you will be doing the Open workout and will be allocated to a heat. You will need to be on the heat list to get a start, regardless of whether you are registered or not. You can still request a specific heat time if you are not registered.
There will be a sign up sheet at Reception for any non-registered members to join in the fun on Friday nights. Registered athletes only need to notify Wendy if they are NOT competing on Friday night, and the alternate time will be booked in.

Class WARS of 2018 - May the fittest Class win!
This year we will have an Internal Comp between the classes at CFB. Do all your official sign up at https://games.crossfit.com/register/athlete ,then at the gym, declare the class you represent! The board near the reception desk will have the Class Team lists. Once the Open starts, you cannot change your team. If you train in different classes, declare for the class which reflects YOU the most.
Each week the ‘Class’ leaderboard will be updated. The scoring system will be similar to the system used for the Affiliate Teams. Loz is our Class Team head judge and she will keep you updated with all the scores and information. **Class names and uniforms are encouraged and remember… your classes reputation is on the line!

Hero Helpers! Please let Wendy know if you can volunteer:
Set Up Crew - Friday afternoon from 3pm
Layout equipment and set up the room
Judges 
Competent rep counter, and MUST have watched the workout standards video for that week
You do not need to have passed the Judges course THIS year. If you have judged in previous years you are good to go. 
If you would like to learn to judge, let us know. We will give you experience with someone helping you.

End of OPEN Shindig - 
Friday, 23rd of March, celebrate with food and drinks and a chance to chill and catch up with your sweaty mates. Further details of this event will come closer to the date.

Happy New Year!!

Congratulations to the following 2017 award winners ...

Rookie of the Year - Matt Muller
Most Improved Male -Nick Ugrinic
Most Improved Female - Cee Kay
Special Mention/Runners up Brad Armstrong & Laura Hattin
Masters Champions - Marty Rogan, Fiona McNeill
Senior Masters Champion - Jon Horrocks
Club Champions 2017 - Alana Biggam and Asher Steele
Volunteers Award - Sue Shaw 
Sportsmanship Award - Keith Devitt
Club Member of the year - Gui Goossens

Thank you for a great 2017, here is to an amazing 2018!