Our Trainers

Lee established the Brethren House of Fitness in 2008 with a mission to improve all athletes from young children to young-at-heart seniors and everybody in between. He knows age is only a number “The only limitations we have in life are the limitations we create!” His enthusiasm is contagious and he positively affects all those he works with on a daily basis.

Ray started CrossFit in 2009 and competed in Northern California regionals in 2011 and 2012. With a degree in Kinesiology, he understands that proper mechanics are the foundation of any exercise, and enjoys discovering how each individual learns in order to better serve. Serving 4 years in the United States Marine Corps taught him the value of hard work, integrity, and mental toughness.

Participating in CrossFit since 2007, Danny understands everyone’s abilities, potential, and willingness to become a better version of themselves. Danny is a driving force in encouraging members to safely and effectively reach their goals. He makes each member feel included no matter how large the class is.

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Jeff was a four-sport athlete at Live Oak high school and went on to play collegiate football.  He is now passionate about helping others continue to get better every day and is fired up about passing on the fitness knowledge he’s gained throughout his athletic career. Jeff also trains athletes looking to get to the next level in their individual sport with sports-specific weight lifting and training.

Friendships, confidence, physical and mental health, and being a good role model for her 3 kids are among the many reasons why Kim makes CrossFit a priority 5 days a week. Starting her CrossFit journey in 2013 and becoming a trainer in 2017, Kim is constantly focused on building on her wealth of knowledge in training and nutrition.

With over 30 years of coaching experience—including working with CrossFit founder Greg Glassman—Jason has trained athletes from youth to the pros in nearly every sport, from professional MMA fighters, NFL and MLB players to collegiate champions and amateurs, spanning ages 4 to 96. He brings that same passion and expertise to Brethren, where he’s proud to be part of the community he has long admired.

Nathan joined Brethren CrossFit in 2020 and, over two years, transformed his health thanks to the exceptional coaching and supportive community. Inspired by his journey, he earned his CFL1 certification to help others reach their fitness goals. When he’s not coaching at Brethren, he enjoys coaching baseball and softball.

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Steve grew up in Morgan Hill as a multi-sport athlete.  He married Aimee in 2002 and while raising their children, became a fat dad (his words) in his 30’s.  In 2012, he found CrossFit was the solution, quickly losing 40lbs and packing on 20lbs of lean body mass.  Steve earned his level one certification in 2015 and currently conducts personal training sessions at Brethren with a focus on mobility and strength training.

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A CrossFit athlete since 2009 and a chiropractor with a deep understanding of biomechanics, Sheldon is passionate about helping others move better and live healthier. Holding CrossFit Level 1, Level 2, and Strongman certifications, his expertise spans multiple training styles. As a dog lover, camping and off-roading enthusiast, and former soccer player, Sheldon’s focus has and always will be on keeping people alive and thriving through movement.

Growing up as an athlete, always competing with her twin brother and playing collegiate rugby, Jess thrives off of a good challenge… and she finds it every day at Brethren. The day she walked through that big roll-up door at BCF in 2019 her life changed for the better. As a busy working mom of 2 young boys, Jess has found a sacred space and a community at Brethren.