Trainers
Meet the crew
John Vivian
John Vivian
Co-founder and Trainer
Co-founder and Trainer
A fitness enthusiast for several years, John discovered CrossFit in early 2005.
Once he realised the potency of CrossFit, he began his journey of learning and sharing the benefits of athletic training.
A Certified CrossFit Level 2 Trainer, John continues to evolve his fitness knowledge and coaching skills.
In addition to his CrossFit certifications, he is a Kanama High Performance Weightlifting Level 1 Coach, and has received training from the Ontario Weightlifting Association.
John is also an avid martial arts student, having begun his training in JKD Concepts and the Filipino Martial Arts in 1997 under renown JKD Concepts instructor, Makoto Kabayama.
To expand his martial arts repertoire, John has also trained with Jason Lancucki of SBG Toronto, as well as studying BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) with Elliott Bayev, head instructor at OpenMat Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
John’s current certifications include:
- Certified CrossFit Level 2 trainer
- CrossFit Specialty Certifications
- Olympic Lifting (Mike Burgener)
- Basic Barbell (Mark Rippetoe)
- Nutrition (Robb Wolf)
- Mobility (Kelly Starrett)
- Endurance (Karl Borg)
- Weightlifting Level 1 Coach – Kanama High Performance
- CPR and First Aid
- JKD Concepts Apprentice Instructor – Makoto Kabayama
Machiko Emoto
Machiko Emoto
Co-founder and Trainer
Co-founder and Trainer
Machiko was introduced to CrossFit in 2005. In a few short months she developed a love for the CrossFit methodology.
A dedicated, charismatic, and enthusiastic CrossFitter, Machiko is a Certified CrossFit Level 2 Trainer.
Having a special passion for Olympic-style weightlifting, she is also an OWA-trained member of the Ontario Weightlifting Association.
Machiko’s current certifications include:
- Certified CrossFit Level 2 trainer
- CrossFit Specialty Certifications
- Olympic Lifting (Mike Burgener)
- Basic Barbell (Mark Rippetoe)
- Nutrition (Robb Wolf)
- Mobility (Kelly Starrett)
- Endurance (Karl Borg)
- CPR and First Aid
Krista Everson
Krista Everson
Trainer
Trainer
Krista came upon CrossFit Toronto two years ago. She signed up the for the Bootcamp and has never looked back.
An energetic CrossFitter, she is passionate about the community and lifestyle.
Particularly interested in Olympic lifting, Krista has also completed her Level 1 Olympic Weightlifting Certification through Kanama High Performance.
She gets satisfaction from seeing people achieve things they didn’t think were possible. As performance improves within her CrossFit community, confidence evolves and character develops.
She has acted as a judge in several competitions and loves to no-rep people twice her size.
When not doing CrossFit, Krista takes to the outdoors and spends her time mountaineering, bouldering and competing in Obstacle Course Racing.
Krista’s current certifications include:
- Certified CrossFit Level 1 trainer
- Weightlifting Level 1 Coach – Kanama High Performance
Sean Forrest
Sean Forrest
Trainer
Trainer
When Sean discovered CrossFit in 2007, the idea of constantly varied functional movement made a lot of sense, but with no access to proper instruction he stuck to his regular routines.
A friend reintroduced him to CrossFit in 2008, and together they struggled with videos, sand-filled basketballs and terrible form—classic “garage style” CrossFit.
He remembers working out day after day, every muscle aching and not being able to breathe. It was both terrifying and awesome (not much has changed).
By 2009 things were progressing well, but the videos and trial and error were only going to get him so far. Luckily, CrossFit Toronto moved in down the street and the rest is history.
Sean has a long view of fitness. Today, make sure your movement is good — your time and the weight don’t matter. It’s the workouts you do next week, next month and next year that matter and will provide you with the success you’re looking for.
Sean’s fitness goals are to improve his Olympic lifting and help others avoid the mistakes he made. His favorite WODs are “Nutts”, “Manion”, “The Seven” and “Elizabeth”.
Sean’s current certifications include:
- Certified CrossFit Level 1 trainer
- OLY WOD – Bryan Marshall
Ryan Harman
Ryan Harman
Trainer
Trainer
Bio coming soon
Julie Martin
Julie Martin
Trainer
Trainer
Bio coming soon
Warren Moore
Warren Moore
Trainer
Trainer
Warren first got involved with CrossFit in 2008 when his Toronto Fire Combat teammate opened a CrossFit gym in Burlington.
The CrossFit philosophy immediately resonated with him as he had always respected those who checked their egos at the gym door, and trained hard to attain functional, real-world strength & fitness.
His 12+ years in the fitness industry has been a rich experience, having managed health clubs in both Toronto and Melbourne, Australia.
Warren has also won the NOW Magazine readers’ choice award for Best Fitness Trainer in 2000.
Warren’s current certifications include:
- Certified CrossFit Level 1 trainer
- Weightlifting Level 1 Coach – Kanama High Performance
- Certified Personal Trainer – ACE and CPTN
- Certified CPR and First Aid Instructor
- Emergency Pain Management Hypnosis – Instructor Level
- Certified Hypnotherapist – National Guild of Hypnotists
- Nutritional Symptomology Certificate – Edison Institute
Angela Sibbald
Angela Sibbald
Trainer
Trainer
What do you get when a former gymnast obtains a Bachelors Degree in Exercise & Sports Science with a specialty in athletic therapy, certifications in coaching and personal training, who accidentally discovers CrossFit Toronto in February 2008?
Angela Sibbald is a coach who has expertise in gymnastics, biomechanics, and injury prevention. Coupled with a die-hard passion for CrossFit, she will do anything to help you achieve all of your healthy lifestyle goals!
Angela admits to being a lifelong athlete with special interests in nutrition and injury prevention.
Angela’s certifications include:
- Certified CrossFit Level 1 trainer
- CrossFit Specialty Certifications
- Nutrition (Robb Wolf)
- Gymnastics (Jeff Tucker)
- Mobility (Kelly Starrett)
- NCCP Level 1 Gymnastics Coach
- Can-Fit-Pro certified Personal Trainer Specialist
- Emergency First Responder
- Precision Nutrition (in progress)
Why does Angela love CrossFit?
It helped her to achieve health and fitness goals that she didn’t even know she had (she is stronger in her 30′s than when she was a teenager), all while making lifelong friends and being welcomed for who she is into an amazing fitness community.
In addition to her passion for training, Angela loves kayaking, camping and alpine skiing. You will find her most winter weekends providing emergency first aid as a volunteer Ski Patroller.
