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Chris Smith

Chris Smith

Head Coach

Meet Chris Smith – Head Coach & CF-L1 Trainer CrossFit SCL

Chris has worked for SCL for 22 years, during which he specialised in Community Sports Development, programme and event management, funding, club development, junior & adult fitness, training opportunities and sports and recreational delivery.

He is a passionate sports enthusiast with National Conference, Lancashire County, Great Britain (Presidents & Eagles) Rugby League honours as well as representing Salford Red Devils for 3 seasons and being selected as captain at each level.

An enthusiastic and motivational fit-pro with over 10 years’ experience of fitness instruction, strength & conditioning and athletic training programming, helping 100’s of clients and members attain their goals.

“I’m a strong believer that CrossFit is for everyone. So, I’d encourage people to come along, have a go and discover what CrossFit is all about and I’m sure you’ll get hooked too.”

Qualifications:

  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
  • CrossFit Programming
  • CrossFit Scaling
  • Quantum HFE Olympic Weightlifting
  • Level 3 NVQ in Personal Training
  • Level 2 NVQ in Instructing Exercise and Fitness
  • Applied Nutrition
  • Les Mills BODYPUMP, GRIT and CXWORX (Advanced Instructor) and Born to Move
  • NVQ L2: In Understanding Mental Health
  • Adolescent Fitness Qualification