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Jolene Quirke

Owner, Head Coach, Mother of 3

Coaching the Aging Athlete Course, May 2024
(Renewal) The Gymnastics Course, July 2023
Teaching Movement , November 2022
CCFT Re-certification(Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer Recertification), August 2022
Trauma Sensitive Training, January 2022
CrossFit Nutrition Certification, December 2021
Healthy Steps Nutrition Coach, December 2020
CrossFit Online Dumbbells Course Certificate, March 2020
CrossFit Online Programming Course Certificate, March 2020
Burgener Strength Weightlifting Level 2 Certificate, January 2020
CCFT(Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer), October 2019
CPR/AED Certified for Adults, Children & Infants, 2019,2021,2023
CrossFit Kids Certification, 2017
CrossFit Spot the Flaw Course Certification, 2017
CrossFit Running Course Certification, 2017
CrossFit Anatomy Course Certification, 2016
CrossFit Scaling Course Certification, 2016
CrossFit Level 1 CrossFit Certification, 2010, renewed 2015
CrossFit Weightlifting Trainer Certification, 2015
CrossFit Level 2 Certificate Course, 2014
Freestyle Connection Movement Seminar, 2013
CrossFit Level 1 August, 2010
Licensed Massage Therapist, 2009
BS in Exercise Physiology, Ohio University, 2005
CrossFit Games Regional Competitor 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2018
CrossFit Age Group Online Qualifier(35-39), 10th Worldwide 2019
CrossFit Games Master Competitor(35-39), 9th Worldwide 2019
CrossFit Age Group Online Qualifier(35-39), 45th Worldwide 2020 *17 weeks pregnant*
CrossFit Age Group Online Qualifier(35-39), 54th Worldwide 2021
CrossFit Age Group Online Qualifier(35-39), 87th Worldwide 2022
CrossFit Age Group Online Qualifier(35-39), 58th Worldwide 2023
CrossFit Age Group Online Qualifier(40-44), 13th Worldwide 2024
CrossFit Games Master Competitor(40-44), Did not compete *cancer diagnosis*

I started my gymnastics career at age three and this early introduction to the gym provided the core foundation I set for myself as an athlete and as a coach. Fitness has always been a part of my life, but once I was introduced to CrossFit, my mental and physical well-being positively changed. I want to share the knowledge and empowering experience CrossFit has to offer while teaching my classes. My true passion is to help people reach above and beyond their dreams in all aspects of their lives. I started CrossFit in May 2010, and participated in my first CrossFit competition in January, 2011. While I love competing, coaching is where I feel the most gratification on a daily basis. I want to encourage people of all ages and of ALL fitness levels each and every day. Coaching is my true passion, and I'm so blessed I get to do what I love. I am also a mother of three, hoping to set a good example of the importance fitness has on our mind and body!

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Brandon Quirke

Co-Owner

CrossFit Level 2 Certificate Course, 2017
CF-L1 CrossFit Level 1 Trainer certification, 2012

I have played many sports at very competitive levels throughout my life. When it came time for college, I elected to pursue an education rather than collegiate athletics. To feed the thirst for competition I began a new route through weight lifting and running during my sophomore year. Shortly after I began this new routine, my brother started doing CrossFit and literally would not stop talking about it. Finally, I gave in and found that there was a Box right here in Athens. I began CrossFit in 2012 and my first workout was "FRAN.” Needless to say, I was severely mistaken in my workout capacity, as I was beaten by a guy twice my age (HUGE EGO CHECK). Instantly, I was hooked and couldn't get enough of it. After a few weeks of training, Jolene asked me if I would be interested in getting my [Level 1] certification, and I jumped at the opportunity. Since I began coaching, I have focused intensely on mechanics and technique. I particularly enjoy working with people on Olympic lifting and improving body awareness. I love CrossFit and its teachings. It has changed my life forever, especially because it's where I met Jolene.

Beau Goodrich

Coach

The Gymnastics Course, July 2023
Trauma Sensitive Training, 2022
CrossFit Level 2 Certificate course, 2019
CrossFit Kids Certification, 2017
CF-L1 CrossFit Level 1 Trainer certification, 2017

Luar Romero

Coach

Trauma Sensitive Training, 2022
CrossFit Level 2 Cerificate course, 2022
CF-L1 CrossFit Level 1 Trainer certification, 2016
CrossFIt Lesson Planning Certificate, 2020
CrossFit Nutrition Certification, 2021
CrossFit Scaling Certificate, 2020
CrossFit Spot the Flaw, 2021

Madison Weininger

Coach

CF-L1 CrossFit Level 1 Trainer certification, 2019

In 2014, I found CrossFit in my home town of Celina, Ohio and did a beginners class to learn what it was all about! I then went off to college at Ohio University and explored the Rec Center and tried CrossFit type workouts on my own for the few years. I found myself missing the community aspect that I had in the sports i did year round throughout my life. I started competitive swimming around at the age of 6 and volleyball and track in middle school and they all stopped before i left for college which was big change for me! A friend and I found CrossFit SEO here in Athens in 2017 and I have been going ever since. I could not be happier that I found such a great community to be a part of! Out of the gym I am a Kindergarten teacher and I am beyond excited I now get the opportunity to coach amazing athletes and help people work towards their health and fitness goals.

Caroline Brandes

Coach

CF-L1 CrossFit Level 1 Trainer certification, 2021
CrossFit Nutrition Course, 2022
CrossFIt Nutrition Certification, 2022

CrossFit SEO is a place that I have been calling home since 2016. I was introduced to CrossFit through my mom, who began a few years before I did while in search for a community practicing functional fitness. Growing up I was surrounded by soccer, track, and many other sports, always craving competition and community. This gym is exactly where I found those things. It is the most encouraging, fun, supportive environment that I have ever experienced. CFSEO is also the environment where I have witnessed the most growth from athletes of all backgrounds. I am currently a Pre-PT student at Ohio University studying Exercise Physiology and minoring in Coaching Education. I couldn’t be more grateful to be a part of this extraordinary SEO family and I’m so excited to continue learning as an athlete and coach.

Heather Lawrence-Benedict

Coach

CF-L1 CrossFit Level 1 Trainer certification, 2021
CrossFit Level 2 Certificate course, 2022
CrossFit Kids Trainer, 2017
Coaching the Aging Athlete Certificate, 2022
CrossFit Nutrition Certification, 2021
CrossFit Spot the Flaw, 2019
CrossFit Lesson Planning Certificate, 2022
CrossFit Scaling Course Certification, 2022
CDC Heads Up Concussion Certificate, 2022
U.S. Center for SafeSport Trained, 2020

Although I had done some CrossFit WODs before, I started group classes at SEO in 2012 after my 2nd child was born. I am so glad a friend talked me into stepping through the door of CrossFit SEO because it has been an incredible part of my life over the last decade. A common quote in CrossFit is, "Come for the workout. Stay for the community" and this 100% true for me. No matter what your age, ability level, or physical condition- everyone is welcome and we are all in it together.

I spent my youth and college years as an elite-level platform and springboard diver and have coached a variety of sports over the years. There is nothing more fulfilling in life (outside of family) than seeing people accomplish their goals, no matter what they are. I look forward to being a small part of the health and wellness journey of SEO members and hope to see you in class!

Mackenzie Cook

Coach

CF-L1 CrossFit Level 1 Trainer certification, 2023

I started CrossFit about 3 and a half years ago at CrossFit Soal in Twinsburg, Ohio.I started at SEO in the fall of 2022. Soon after I joined Jolene inspired me to want to become a coach. I officially started coaching at SEO in fall of 2023. I am currently a sophomore at OU studying sociology in the Honors Tutorial College. On campus, I am a member of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority and am an officer in the OU ski and snowboarding club. Moreover, in my free time I enjoy traveling, hiking, and hanging out with friends. I am excited to continue to coach at SEO and to get to know all the members!