Jessica McCoy (Head Coach) was collegiate Division 1 Rower and started CrossFit shortly after college. Competing at the Regional Level from 2010-2016 and competing at the CrossFit Games in 2013 on Paradiso CrossFit’s Team. Through this experience Jess learned that though she loves to compete, she loves coaching and programming even more. She programmed for Group Class and the competitive team at Paradiso CrossFit from 2016-2021 and will continue to bring her programming expertise to the West LA Athletics team.Jess believes in the CrossFit methodology that our needs differ by degree not kind. This means an elite athlete and a grandma can participate in the same class with the same programming but one may be working on squatting to a chair while the other may be doing back squat reps at 300 pounds. These experiences create community and belonging and the push of seeing others work hard makes all of us just a little bit better.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Lauren loved playing every sport growing up. She competed in triathlons in college, then graduated to wildland firefighting, learning how much she loved using fitness in her career. In 2012, Lauren wandered into her brother’s CrossFit gym and found her true passion. It didn’t take long to dive into competing, qualifying for Regionals 2013-2018 and the CrossFit Games 2013, 2016 and taking 2nd place in 2021.
CrossFit L-2, USA Weightlifting, Freestyle Connection, CrossFit Strongman certified, Lauren spent the better part of a decade coaching group classes, including Crossfit onboarding as well as more seasoned athletes. Over the last five years, Lauren has worked with CrossFit beginners, young kids, corporate groups, masters athletes, Hollywood celebrities, and more, focusing on those inspired to grow and change through private sessions. Lauren is strict but fair, kind and personable, and will help you achieve your lifestyle and fitness goals.
Andrew is a strength and conditioning coach with a degree in Nutrition and Fitness from San Diego State University. His fitness Journey began at the age of 12, when his brothers took him to 24 hour fitness to begin strength training for football. At 20 he acquired his first personal training certification through ISSA (international sports science association) and became a trainer at LA Fitness. Over the years Andrew has held certifications in USAW, NSCA, CSCS, CrossFit, Gravity, Boxing, and TRX Training. He’s worked with NFL players, UFC fighters, Hollywood celebrities, and just your everyday person trying to make life changes. Besides helping people reach their goals, Andrew played football at a collegiate level and in 2016 was ranked #1 CrossFit Athlete in Los Angeles. Whether you want to increase your athletic performance, your physique, or just your overall well being, he's got you covered.
Originally from middle Tennessee, Janyce went from being a nationally ranked figure skater to competitive CrossFitter, and is currently a competitive Olympic Weightlifter. She has competed at National events since 2017 and placed 1st in the 2021 USA Weightlifting Nationals in her weight class. Her love of competing is evident, but more so, her love of coaching and helping people reach goals, fine tune technique, and discover a love of fitness has truly developed into one of her biggest passions. Janyce holds certifications in USAW, Crossfit, and NASM, specializing also in youth fitness with 16 years of experience working with youth athletes.
Sport and fitness have always been a part of Rosalie's life and in her blood. She is the daughter of Mr. Puerto Rico, winner of the International Federation of BodyBuilding & Fitness back in the 70’s. Growing up she was a gymnast for many years, a three sport athlete in high school, and went on to play women’s collegiate lacrosse. Finding her passion for CrossFit and functional fitness has not only developed her ability to work independently towards her own personal goals, but she discovered her passion in empowering people on their fitness journeys as well. Rosalie is upbeat, optimistic, passionate, friendly and wears her colors on her sleeve. You can count on her to be a coach who cares. Rosalie is ready to throw down for a workout anytime, and she is always up for a dance party!
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