CrossFit Geelong has, and still works very hard to have one of the most successful CrossFit Boxes in Australia. There is a reason so many people are drawn to us. Our diverse group of members are what drives our box to run like a well-oiled machine. It doesn’t matter what you lift or where you finish in a workout, once you walk out onto our floor, we are all in this together. A great environment builds friendship, and friendship builds a very successful community!
Our Gym
Our facility is second to none, and our attention to detail backs this up. As CrossFit is an affiliated prescription, no two CrossFit Boxes are the same, sporting different coaches, different setups and different programming. The standard held here at CrossFit Geelong has eventuated in our tutoring and business coaching for other affiliates, as well as coaching of other affiliate staff to help improve their CrossFit Boxes.
We are a wholistic training centre combining Exercise, Health & Wellness and Nutrition to give you a complete experience.
- 800 sqm of training area over 3 separate areas.
- Open training area while class is on.
- Enclosed Soft floor area for mobility and stretching.
- M&F Bathrooms with shower facilities
- Newtown Mind and Body is beside us housing some of Geelong’s finest practitioners.
- Skinny Dippers cafe is also located beside us, a wholefoods cafe with awesome coffee.
Meet The CrossFit Geelong Team
Corrine Chalmers
Co-owner / Level 1 Certified CrossFit Trainer / Mother & Wife
Corrine is Co-Owner of Geelong’s most successful CrossFit facility, (CrossFit Geelong). Corrine began leading the team when she was only 22! A natural born leader she has 16 years of experience in management and in this time, she has grown the CFG team with her alongside her husband Chris.
Corrine’s own devotion to improving her fitness has rewarded her with multiple visits to Australia’s most recognised national CrossFit competition as a team member of CrossFit Geelong’s elite athletes in 2013 & 2014. Along with being a highly successful personal trainer and CrossFit Coach, Corrine has predominantly moved her skills into leading her team. For the past 6 years, she has been sought out by business owners seeking her skills to help them in their businesses with their physical training and mental well-being.
Corrine has studied Public Relations at Deakin University prior to her fitness career which found her managing the business when she met her now husband (Chris). She is a Level 1 CrossFit Trainer and holds an impressive range of other skills including Nutritional Therapy Practitioner Training, Inherited Trauma training through Mark Wolynn & also her level 1 Certificate in Childosophy under Dr Maxine Therese, just to name a few. Her training in fitness modalities is extensive and Corrine loves to continue adding to her skill set also.
Corrine’s tenacity, dedication and discipline on the never-ending journey for improving health and fitness extends beyond herself to everyone in her life. As an extremely strong advocate for holistic and natural approaches to health, Corrine is renowned for her depth of knowledge and experience. In the search for the “why” she does not apply a band aid approach to anything. Corrine’s intention is to cultivate, clear, honest communication and values which is also why the work she does with private clients is called All Heart All Hustle. Corrine is very focused on looking at the entire picture when it comes to supporting others, with an eye on the long game. Her defined attention to detail allows her to support others to bring it all together. Corrine’s dream was to create her own custom designed career combining all her passionate skills into one, to offer something unique that no one else delivers as a whole.
Corrine only works with a small handful of people privately, after taking a step back from running classes herself some time ago. She focuses solely on building the business & her client work making it what it is today. By facilitating everything from training, nutrition, habit changing and motivation, she helps her clients to see a solution to every problem and have clarity in their overall wellbeing.
Corrine has a wonderful social nature and you can find Corrine joining CFG members most days for daily workouts!
Corrine’s wisdom and experience is not something that you can learn in a degree alone, it is a combination of her life’s work brought together in combination with all her skills to deliver something which changes the lives of those who want to continue to live better and be better.
As well as the success in the fitness and wellness industry Corrine and her husband Chris also ran a very successful online business which they sold a few years ago. Chris designed a product himself and together they began manufacturing it and within 2.5 years had a warehouse in Melbourne selling to people all around the world. Corrine has exceptional time management skills and ensures that her business reflects this in how it operates day-to-day throughout her team.
Corrine also co-created the concept of Skinny Dippers Wholefoods Cafe in Newtown alongside husband Chris & Chef Sarah Holmes. Skinny Dippers Cafe was created out of the need to have somewhere to enjoy people’s company who share the appreciation for clean healthy food in which people’s menu alterations and food intolerances were not a nuisance or a problem and in fact were welcomed with open arms. This is where her creativity really shines!.
Chris Chalmers
Co-owner / Level 1 Certified CrossFit Trainer/ CrossFit Endurance Cert / Professional Stuntman / Brown Belt BJJ / Father & Husband
Chris prides himself on having a stable full of prize-winning stallions and won’t hesitate to tell you a few pearls of wisdom applicable to any situation. Bringing CrossFit® into Geelong with his wife Corrine, his systematic approach towards using the best coaches available, the best equipment available and the best methods available have helped mould CFG into a Box where excellence is the expected standard and the results in our members reflect it. Along with being a Level 1 CrossFit Trainer and a highly knowledgeable professional in the fitness industry. Chris built one of the very 1st outdoor Bootcamps in Australia called Bootcamp Geelong, before selling the business and setting up CrossFit Geelong, Chris built Bootcamp Geelong to 165 people making it Australia’s biggest outdoor training group at the time.
Chris is also a BJJ Victorian, NSW and WA state BJJ champion Australian Champion, a Professional Stunt Actor who has been 23 years in the industry and has appeared on some of Australia’s most well known TV series including Wentworth, Blue Heelers, City Homicide and all the Underbelly series
Selina Mitchell
Member Manager / Level 1 Certified CrossFit Trainer
Selina or “Aunty” to everyone who walks through the door, is probably the first smiling face you will see as you walk into CFG. Selina has been with CFG for over 14 years now and is a wonderful asset to our members, team & business.
A librarian in a former life, Aunty took off the glasses, shook out the hair and broke out of her quiet shell through finding CrossFit. Taking care of most of the membership & administration, Aunty works tirelessly to keep the members admin in order. Swing by the front desk & she will have you all hooked up with a complimentary tryout session before you can even think about saying no! Her customer service and level of care for the members is something we are very proud of.
2012 Tough Mudder Challenge Participant
Angie Demeray
Level 2 CrossFit Coach Level 2 Kettlebell Instructor Olympic lifting Coach
Angie DemerayShe is one skilled woman!
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer, Level 1& 2 Kettlebell Instructor, Olympic lifting Coach CrossFit Kids Trainer, Certificate III and IV Personal Trainer, Accredited Pre and Post Natal Trainer, Level 1 & 2 Spin instructor (just in case anyone wants to do a spin class on the airbike! LOL Angie has you covered ???? and a Mumma of her amazing little girl Ari.Angie grew up in Ontario, Canada and then moved to Alberta, Canada for a few years before moving to Australia where she has been for over 13 years now. Angie is Canadian & officially an Australian Citizen now! Growing up & continuing into her adult years, she played a lot of sport including Basketball & Rugby Union for 6 years which she was lucky enough to play on a provincial team.Boxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, a lot of running, bodybuilding & the obvious…. CrossFit ! Once Angie found CrossFit she was hooked! By her 4th year of CrossFit it was off to regionals on the CrossFit Geelong Team in 2014! Angie will tell you all how much she loved the vibe at CrossFit Geelong the moment she walked in and knew that this is what she wanted to do! If there was a way she could coach CrossFit for dogs she probably would!A few words from Angie; “When I started CrossFit, I was running long distances and then lifting was my focus and as time went on I became a mother, it prompted me to make it my mission to help mothers to be and mothers, train, recover and return to exercise with confidence and intensity. Don’t worry gentlemen, I love to train you too and have plenty of tricks up my sleeve ????. Before I had my daughter, I coached at a box in Melbourne and also in Torquay. I learnt so much along the way, I am so excited to be a part of this amazing community that is CrossFit Geelong..
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer, Level 1& 2 Kettlebell Instructor, Olympic lifting Coach CrossFit Kids Trainer, Certificate III and IV Personal Trainer, Accredited Pre and Post Natal Trainer, Level 1 & 2 Spin instructor (just in case anyone wants to do a spin class on the airbike! LOL Angie has you covered ???? and a Mumma of her amazing little girl Ari.Angie grew up in Ontario, Canada and then moved to Alberta, Canada for a few years before moving to Australia where she has been for over 13 years now. Angie is Canadian & officially an Australian Citizen now! Growing up & continuing into her adult years, she played a lot of sport including Basketball & Rugby Union for 6 years which she was lucky enough to play on a provincial team.Boxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, a lot of running, bodybuilding & the obvious…. CrossFit ! Once Angie found CrossFit she was hooked! By her 4th year of CrossFit it was off to regionals on the CrossFit Geelong Team in 2014! Angie will tell you all how much she loved the vibe at CrossFit Geelong the moment she walked in and knew that this is what she wanted to do! If there was a way she could coach CrossFit for dogs she probably would!A few words from Angie; “When I started CrossFit, I was running long distances and then lifting was my focus and as time went on I became a mother, it prompted me to make it my mission to help mothers to be and mothers, train, recover and return to exercise with confidence and intensity. Don’t worry gentlemen, I love to train you too and have plenty of tricks up my sleeve ????. Before I had my daughter, I coached at a box in Melbourne and also in Torquay. I learnt so much along the way, I am so excited to be a part of this amazing community that is CrossFit Geelong..
Chrissy Saddington
Assistant Member Manager
The funniest member of the team! As one of the first points of contact for prospective CFG members, Chrissy will no doubt brighten your day with her beaming smile & attentive personality. Her depth of knowledge in the realm of CrossFit was first developed as a member at our gym and expanded into a wide range of skills!
Chrissy can be seen everywhere throughout CrossFit Geelong & Skinny Dippers Cafe doing a wide range of jobs between both businesses and ensuring the business is clean, tidy for all to enjoy! She is beyond hilarious and has our team and members in fits of laughter most days with her attempts to pronounce names which often results in them being tragically wrong! She has a great heart and puts everything into her work here..
Chrissy can be seen everywhere throughout CrossFit Geelong & Skinny Dippers Cafe doing a wide range of jobs between both businesses and ensuring the business is clean, tidy for all to enjoy! She is beyond hilarious and has our team and members in fits of laughter most days with her attempts to pronounce names which often results in them being tragically wrong! She has a great heart and puts everything into her work here..
Justin Stevens
CrossFit Trainer
I grew up playing many sports through my childhood as you usually do coming from a small town, football, soccer, gymnastics, martial arts, etc.During high School you would always find me at the skate part either inline skating, skateboarding, or on a bmx. In my mid 20’s I found my way back into Martial arts where I studied Kyokushin Karate. I was fortunate enough to have trained under the Australian Team coach (Sensei Steve Hardy) and quickly found myself competing in full contact karate. Under his guidance, I managed to hold a Victorian and NSW State titles and gain an Australian title in the 5th KYU & under divisions.
Later the same year, my fiance and I decided to move to Canada, here I trained in MMA for a few years and then found CrossFit. It wasn’t until I had to have surgery on my knee (due to a freak accident at home) that I had to give up MMA and focus on rehabilitation. I used CrossFit methodology to rehab myself back to being able to move correctly and correct movement issues that I was having post-op (as well as having some awesome physio’s).
During this time we moved from Vancouver to Fort St. John where I started training at the local box. After 2 years of training I decided to get my Level one as I wanted to know more about CrossFit & shortly after obtaining the certificate I was offered a coaching position. I coached at CrossFit 187 & during this time I built up a fantastic relationship with the local physio and together we were able to help our clients overcome their limitations.
I am really loving getting involved in the Community here at CrossFit Geelong and looking forward to being part of the team for many years to come! !
Jackson Bentley
Level 1 CF Coach
I have been training at CrossFit Geelong for almost 2 years and have really enjoyed it! Prior to starting CrossFit, I spent time playing basketball with the Geelong Supercats. I also compete in stair climbing races, where I am in the top 20 in Australia.
i have a bachelor of exercise science and human movement. Bachelor of Sport & recreation management and my certificate 3 in fitness. I also work for the City of Greater Geelong at Leisurelink in Waurn Ponds, as an Aquatic Team Leader, managing a team. I am extremely passionate about people being happy, healthy and active. I am absolutely loving being part of the team at CrossFit Geelong and all the members I have the privilege of training!!
Robyn Archambaud
Coach
I hail from the sunny shores of South Africa, I have lived in Australia for 13 years and this is now home.
I have had a background working in travel for just about 20 years, due to current situations and needing a change in my career! I had the opportunity to get back into studying and pursuing my dream to work In the fitness industry. All my life I have been part of a gym community and loved it.
I am currently studying my Certificate 3 & 4 in health and fitness which I have almost completed as well as my Certificate 4 in Nutrition and I have also recently completed my CrossFit Level 1 CrossFit Coach course. You would have seen me at CFG as I come in my with son Luke and my husband Anthony!
I am so looking forward to helping people achieve goals they set out for themselves and believe they are capable of doing. Please make sure you come and introduce yourselves if I don’t know you already!
Thanks Robyn
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Richelle (Rocky) Cranston
Coach
Our Locations
Our facilities are the perfect blend of rugged and refined. Each of our locations has its own unique vibe, but one thing remains constant – our amazing people, magnetic coaches and strong sense of community. The moment you step into CrossFit Geelong you will be inspired to push yourself a little harder each day. We take tremendous pride in our facilities and our people, and we are invested in your journey from day one.