Nicola is the owner of CrossFit Catford and CrossFit Sydenham. A dedicated and experienced coach, Nicola holds a CrossFit Level 2 certification, is a Level 3 Personal Trainer, and a Level 2 British Weightlifting Coach. She is also a pre- and postnatal qualified coach, bringing valuable expertise to support women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and beyond. As a mother to a toddler, Nicola deeply understands the challenges and triumphs of balancing fitness with parenthood, offering empathy and tailored guidance to mums-to-be and new mums alike.

Before launching her CrossFit journey, Nicola spent three years as a personal trainer at Gymbox, where she built her reputation as one of London’s top personal trainers. Her passion lies in creating a welcoming, encouraging and diverse community where individuals from all walks of life feel empowered to grow stronger .

Head of Performance & Community
CrossFit Level 2

Sam is passionate about helping people unlock their potential and grow confidence through tackling physical challenges. He considers it a real privilege to guide members through their progress, always making sure the journey is as fun and rewarding as the outcome.

With a relaxed yet adaptable coaching style, Sam knows when to dial up the energy and when to break things down with patience and precision. Whether you’re pushing through a tough workout or learning a new skill, he brings the right balance of intensity, support and expertise.

Bryan has been deeply involved in CrossFit for over 10 years. Hailing from South Africa, he holds a CrossFit Level 2 certification and is a Level 3 Personal Trainer. With a strong focus on injury rehabilitation and pre-habilitation, Bryan is passionate about helping individuals recover from injuries and prevent future ones. His qualifications also extend to sports massage, sport-specific training, and various other specialties, making him a well-rounded expert in fitness and recovery.

Bryan is known for his friendly, approachable demeanor and his ability to support clients at any stage of their fitness journey, whether they are new to CrossFit or experienced athletes. Outside of coaching, Bryan loves a good laugh; if you want to make his day, just drop a ‘Dad joke’ his way!

After years of strength training, Georgia-Rose discovered her passion for Olympic Weightlifting at our sister box, CrossFit Blackheath. Her love for the sport quickly led her to earn her British Weightlifting Level 1 and Level 2 certifications. Although she no longer regularly coaches, Georgia-Rose remains dedicated to supporting the community, now focusing on business development and behind-the-scenes efforts to help the gym grow.

While her coaching role has shifted, Georgia-Rose is still a regular in classes, so you’ll no doubt find her giving it her all in a CrossFit class or joining in on the team spirit of a Friday TeamWOD.

Rob joined the coaching team having obtained his CrossFit Level 1 in 2024. He brings to his coaching a wealth of experience, having worked as a professional dancer, dance teacher and choreographer at the highest levels for the past 20 years!

Robs’ joy for movement and curiosity for exploring what the body is capable finds its perfect match in CrossFit, and he continues to progress and set new goals in the sport, albeit now competing as a ‘veteran athlete’. As such, Rob understands the importance of motivation in achieving longevity and consistency in your fitness journey and brings this in abundance when coaching.