ABOUT CROSSFIT SOUTH BAY
We believe that community comes first. When you surround yourself with people all striving toward the same goal, great things happen. CrossFit South Bay was one of the first 100 affiliates in 2007. We were just a few rogue fitness fanatics who were sick of the typical globo gym atmosphere.
Fast forward to today and CrossFit South Bay is the largest and most established CrossFit gym in the entire South Bay. Our community has grown from 8 people in a park to a "fitness family" of hundreds who come together to motivate, challenge and support each other on our individual fitness journeys. Our goal is to one day grow our amazing community to thousands nationwide. Thanks to our staff, coaches and long time members, CFSB has become an amazing place not just for fitness, but for inspiration.
COACHES
CF-L2 & OWNER
BRIAN
KANE
Brian has been doing CrossFit since 2011, bringing over a decade of dedication, experience, and passion to the community.
As an Assistant Chief with the LA County Fire Department, Brian leads with discipline, integrity, and a commitment to helping others grow stronger—physically and mentally.
Married for 30 years, Brian balances his professional life, fitness journey, and family with a love for building motorcycles and hot rods in his free time. His coaching style reflects his belief in hard work, perseverance, and having fun while pushing your limits.
Brian’s personal motto is simple: “Show up. Put in the work. Enjoy the ride.” He’s passionate about helping athletes of all levels improve their fitness, gain confidence, and discover what they’re capable of.
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C.
BRASHER
It all began with a Spartan Race in Atlanta, Georgia over 10 years ago when seeing a team of CrossFitters piqued Brasher’s curiosity in the sport. After doing the Hero WOD “Carse”, at CrossFit Sacrifice, Brasher was instantly addicted.
Before that, Brasher was an avid runner completing everything from 5k races to Ultra Marathons. In March of 2023 Brasher obtained his L1 and began coaching at CrossFit Hollywood.
Since moving to LA Brasher spends almost every single weekend the beach, inspiring his move to Hermosa Beach in October 2023 where he began wod’ing at CrossFit South Bay.
Having so many extraordinary and talented athletes and coaches at the gym, Brasher was eager to begin coaching at CrossFit South Bay!
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BRETT
ARMSTRONG
Brett and his family moved from Oklahoma at the beginning of 2024 to start a new church in Hermosa Beach. In 2016 Brett and his wife, Ashly, started CrossFit RWOL in Mustang, OK, where they are still the current owners. Pastoring and CrossFitting go hand in hand by keeping Brett prepared for whatever life throws at him, and having 4 boys and a dog, life can get messy!
Being a CrossFit Certified L3 Trainer, Brett is equipped vast knowledge, experience and positive energy that he brings to each class. He also holds a L1 Precision Nutrition Certificate and has taken many other courses to expand his knowledge base, including Burgener Strength L1, Painfree Performance Specialist Certification, and Mobility through CrossFit.
When not pastoring or in the gym, Brett is finding new ways to indulge his sweet tooth through homemade goodies, espeically of the peanut butter and dark chocolate combination!
CF-L2
CHRIS
MOOTOO
Coach Chris Mootoo, more commonly known as Coach Mootoo is a South Bay native from Torrance. After playing soccer through his youth and picking up ice hockey in his early 20’s,
Coach Mootoo injured his knee while running 7-10 miles daily. Unable to run more than 2 miles at a time, he grew frustrated and looked to CrossFit to satisfy his fitness regimen. Coach Mootoo’s first week of class was at the old CFSB Torrance location and he showed up to his first class during CF Games’ week in 2014, (he thought all the games’ competitors that were dropping in were regular members!!).
After quickly finding his time slot at 5:30AM he found his stride and rapidly fell in love with the barbell. Coach Mootoo began as a CrossFit L-1 Trainer in 2018 and now carries his CrossFit L-2 certification as well as his USA Weightlifting Level 1.
Coach Mootoo enjoys snatching, snacking, and attending Kings games with his son, Maverick.
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PHIL
CHOMICKI
Phil grew up in Dorchester, MA and played multiple sports. He played soccer and hockey at a collegiate level at Wentworth Institute of Technology, where he studied Construction Management.
After discovering CrossFit, back in 2015, he started using CrossFit as a way to stay in shape and have an upper hand on his competition on the field. Phil has been a CrossFit coach since 2017 and enjoys helping others improve in CrossFit as well as competing in CrossFit competitions himself.
When not at the gym, you can either find Phil riding his road bike along the coast or on a construction site changing the LA skyline.
CF-L1
DENNIS FITZGERALD
A lifelong athlete and soccer player Dennis explored his love of competition as a Naval Aviator: competing in road racing, marathons, triathlons, cycling and karate.
Lured to CrossFit in 2019 by Coach Blake Trippy Dennis was instantly drawn to the spirit of community and the chance to continually challenge himself.
Coaching provides Dennis the opportunity to help others find joy on their fitness journey.
When not at the box Dennis enjoys family tennis and all things outdoors, especially hiking and backpacking.
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JAKE
FRICKE
Jake is a SoCal native from the Santa Clarita Valley who has been in competitive sports since a young age and wonders what took him so long to get into CrossFit. He coached youth soccer and football while earning his degree in exercise science at Azusa Pacific University.
Jake is a big fan of breakfast burritos, ultimate frisbee, the Dallas Cowboys, and LA sports teams.
He got into CrossFit with his wife, Kellie, in 2017 and has been coaching since 2018. They have a baby daughter, Harper, who loves to cheer everyone on at CFSB.
CF-L2
DEANDRE
WILLS
DeAndre started CrossFit in 2017 and fell in love with the community and became addicted to the mental and physical challenges that it brought him.
He has always had a passion for helping others, so in 2020 he decided to get his L1 and started coaching at gyms all over the South Bay. To strengthen his coaching skills, DeAndre completed his L2. in 2022.
If he's not coaching or working out, you can find him trying new food places with his fiancé, on his BBQ grill or glued to his couch watching football!
CF-L1
ALYX
PETERSON
Alyx grew up in Oregon playing competitive basketball & track. She found her love of CrossFit in college and continued to pursue the sport when she moved to Redondo Beach in 2021.
Today she focuses on Olympic Weightlifting and brings her pup, Cricket, to the gym every day.When she's not at the gym she works as a full time Art Director and is usually hitting a hiking trail for fun.
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BRENDA BRIONES
Brenda was born and raised in the South Bay. She’s been doing CrossFit for over 10 years and loves anything outdoors, from hiking the backcountry to watching sunsets at the beach; she feels that just being under the sun makes for a great day.
Brenda also runs a meal prep service. Want a good meal? Hit her up!
CF-L2
BLAKE
TRIPPY
Blake has a Philosophy Degree from UCSB and has been a full time strength & conditioning coach for almost 10 years.
He was born & raised in the South Bay, where he still lives with his wife, Chasity, and 3 kids.
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BRIAN
SHAW
Brian has 7 years CF experience. He enjoys weightlifting and gymnastics.
His favorite WOD is "Amanda"
and in his free time he loves hanging with friends, making and/or eating pizza and spending time with his wife Amanda and their dog Wyatt!
FIND US HERE
This is our original location that is the combination of two converted auto body garages. This has a gritty and raw feel and the vibe is loud and high energy. This location is only 2,400 square feet but we have large garage doors that open up to an additional 3,000 square feet of outdoor space.