What is the one thing you wish every new member knew before their first CrossFit Workout?

There’s nothing to be nervous about when you walk into S3. Everyone here was brand new at one point, and we never forget what that feels like. This is one of the most supportive rooms you’ll ever train in and we’ll meet you exactly where you are and help you every step of the way.

 What do you most want members to feel when they walk into S3?

Like they just walked into a room full of family. We want people to know the coaches and members are going to push them, but also that they’re already part of something special the second they step through the door.

What can someone expect when they walk into a class at S3 — whether it’s their first time or their hundredth?

You’ll be coached, scaled, and looked after the whole hour. On day one we’ll walk you through everything so nothing feels confusing or intimidating. After that, you can expect the same thing every time: coaches on the floor watching form, teammates cheering, and a workout that’s challenging but doable for wherever you are that day. No one gets left behind, and no one is expected to figure it out alone.

What makes owning S3 unlike owning any other business?

S3 isn’t just a gym, it’s a community.  For our members it’s more than a place to work out. It’s where you make lifelong friends, get challenged to do things you never thought possible, and get the reward of being part of someone else’s journey too.

Favorite CrossFit movement-and which one do you still respect (or secretly dislike)?

Favorites: deadlifts, muscle-ups, and wall walks.

The ones that still humble us: overhead squats and snatches. They look simple until you’re under the bar.

Who are you outside the gym?

Outside the gym we love spending time with our dogs and cooking up good food to share with friends. Jess is an excellent baker and John loves to barbecue, so it’s a dangerous combo for the waistline—especially when the two of them team up. Weekends usually involve the dogs, a solid meal, and probably a little leftover cake or ribs. Thankfully there’s always S3 to balance it out.