ADAM RUEDIGER - Head Coach/Co Owner
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
CrossFit Level 1 Certificate
Certificate 3 Automotive Mechanical Light Vehicle
Certificate 3 in Automotive Electrical Technology
First Aid
Working with Children check - Current 2021
Experience
CrossFit Athlete since December 2014
12 Years - Holden, Nissan, Mazda Technician
5 Years - Toyota Technician
HIS STORY
While growing up he was always interested in sports, but living out of town limited his options, once in High School he was in the specialised cricket program that led to becoming captain of the under 14 and under 16 cricket side for his local team. His focus drifted from sport in his late teens, and more into motor vehicles, as his passion grew with his new career as a mechanic.
Now in his mid 20’s he found more time and started to go to the Gym on a regular basis. He found a real interest in the fitness industry and always wanted to learn more about the human body and how it worked. After regularly going to the gym for few years he started to look into different types of fitness outside of pin loaded machine and isolation exercises, this is where he found CrossFit, this turned into an immediate passion and nothing he wanted to put more focus into than learning about the CrossFit methodology.
This passion has now turned from being a member of Blue Lake CrossFit to owner - and the new journey is just beginning.
NATALIE DIEDRICH - Coach/Co Owner
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate 3 in Business Administration
Certificate 2 in Retail
First Aid
CrossFit Online Level 1 Certificate
HER STORY
I have been at Blue Lake CrossFit since 2013, growing up I didn’t play any sports and wasn’t interested in doing so. In my teens I joined a gym - which I disliked and hardly went (although had to keep paying as it was a lock in contract) after my contract ended I cancelled. Fast forward a few more years a friend encouraged me to join again, this time I ended up enjoying it a bit more and did the group training classes but wouldn’t step foot in the weights room, for major fear factor!!
A year into being at a conventional gym I still felt uncomfortable being there and never felt like I fit it, and always felt awkward and judged. I started to look around town at other options. Along came the google search of CrossFit - yes my initial search freaked me out, but once I looked into Blue Lake I noticed the friendly happy vibe all the pictures had, so I bit the bullet and went to a free come and try session.
After joining CrossFit I never had that same feeling like I did in other gyms, I felt welcomed, comfortable and straight away fit in. I grew passionate and eager to improve and challenge myself. To this day the love of CrossFit is still strong and from that first come and try I have never left!
EVE MAYWALD - Coach
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
CrossFit Level 1 Certificate September 2011
CrossFit Level 2 Certificate July 2016
AWF Level 1 Club Weightlifting/Sports Power Coach April 2013
AWF Level 2 State Weightlifting Coach 2016
CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer's Certificate June 2014
CrossFit Kid’s Trainer’s Certificate September 2014
Certificate 3 in Fitness February 2013
Certificate 4 in Fitness July 2015
Bachelor of Nursing 2004
Certificate of Stomal Therapy 2008
Advanced Life Support 2007 - 2013
Experience
Owner/Head Coach Blue Lake CrossFit since March 2012 to December 2020
Royal Adelaide Hospital
Mt Gambier and Districts Health Service Inc
Royal Hobart Hospital
South East Regional Community Health Service
HER STORY
CrossFit enthusiast since January 2011
My life has been changed by CrossFit – and I know a lot of people say that but I truly believe that it has saved my life. By CrossFit I actually mean the community that it creates. My Coach taught me that I could do anything and he was right. I went from full time shift work in the “Curative” side of health to now focusing on “Preventative” health which in my view is so much more important for the future. Daily I am surrounded by people striving for their goals whatever that may be and the fact that I can help them achieve that is amazing. CrossFit made me fitter, faster, stronger – but I believe it has made me a better person as well.
ADAM MAYWALD - Coach
Education and Qualifications
CrossFit Level 1 Certificate September 2011
CrossFit Level 2 Certificate June 2016
AWF Level 1 Club Weightlifting/Sports Power Coach April 2013
AWF Level 2 State Weightlifting Coach 2016
Certificate 3 in Fitness February 2013
CrossFit Gymnastics Certificate June 2014
Senior First Aid Certificate 2018
Bachelor of Civil and Environmental Engineering (Hons) 2007
Experience
Owner/Head Coach Blue Lake CrossFit since March 2012 to December 2020
Civil and Environmental Engineer
Project Engineer
Engineering Manager (current)
HIS STORY
CrossFit devotee since March 2011
CrossFit literally changed the perspective of my life. The constant variance and infinite combinations that each day’s WOD brings offers me mental and physical battles that I cannot simulate anywhere else. I love the challenge – CrossFit has made me harder, faster, stronger and fitter than I’ve ever been in my life, and more able to tackle whatever is thrown at me. It has revealed my strengths, exposed my weaknesses but constantly dares me to do better next time.
JO HARVY - Coach
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
CrossFit Level 1 Certificate June 2013
CrossFit Level 2 Certificate May 2018
Certificate 3 in Fitness Feb 2015
Sandboarding Instructor (endorsed in the USA)
EXPERIENCE
Owner at Ocean Culture - Est. 1992
Ocean Culture Sandboards - Board Shaper since 1994
Surfing, Sandboarding, Snowboarding, Wakeboarding, Mountain Biking
Australian Representative of Dune Riders International (Staff Member)
High School State Level Athletics & Training
Graphic Design & Website Management
Event Organization, Volunteer & Judging (Surf Comp’s, Offroad Racing, Downhill Mountain biking)
Assistant Coach at Blue Lake CrossFit 2013 - Current
HER STORY
CrossFit regular since November 2011
I started CrossFit in the hope that it would keep me fit, active and healthy, so that I could continue to enjoy the things I love doing the most. But what I’ve gained has been a whole lot more than that! Aside from the great community, friendships and a new direction in life, one of the most important things I found was being able to identify and rehabilitate my life long nagging injuries. I’m actually more mobile, stronger and fitter now than I can ever remember. CrossFit exposes my strengths and weaknesses, and serves up constant challenges and opportunities, all of which I enjoy (and sometimes hate!) What has resulted in taking better care of myself, has turned into a passion to help others to achieve the same.
Jim Slattery - Coach
Education and Qualifications
CrossFit Level 1 Certificate 2014
Certificate 3 in Fitness (Gym Instruction) 2015
Certificate 4 in Fitness (PT) (currently studying)
Apply First Aid2013
Surf Coach level 1 2011
Surf Rescue Certificate 2014
Diploma of Training and Assessment 2010
Electrician
Police Check for working with children (current)
Experience
Crossfit Athlete since May 2012
Assistant Coach at Blue Lake CrossFit since 2015
Electrical Lecturer TAFESA Mount Gambier since 2003
Industrial Electrician (up to 2003)
Waveski surfer
HIS STORY
As a late bloomer to the fitness scene (I didn’t start going to a gym until after 40) I slowly built up my level of fitness and knowledge over the ensuing years. I was enjoying working out and learning about fitness and after a 10 week challenge at the gym, went searching for the next change to my regime. I found CrossFit and immediately knew it was what I was looking for – constantly varied, always challenging me and a group atmosphere that was very supportive. There is no doubt I am fitter and stronger than ever before in my life, and with the renewed confidence that this brings. Mixing it with crew half my age and occasionally performing better proves that age is not the barrier, but attitude is.
It was early days for Blue Lake CrossFit when I started and I feel lucky to experience BLCF evolve into the facility it is today. Coaching felt like a natural progression given my teaching experience and passion for CrossFit training. I take great pride when a member achieves something never before attained – their first pull-up, double under, PB’s (personal bests) with weights – and strive to help everyone achieve their best. It really is the biggest thrill! I believe in the methodologies of CrossFit and its ability to improve your fitness for just about anything life throws at you, and appreciate the opportunity to pass on my knowledge.
NICOLE FORREST - COACH
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Feb 2017
Certificate III in Fitness Feb 2017
Provide First Aid Course Dec 2016
Bachelor of Education (primary and middle) 2008
Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood
EXPERIENCE
Assistant coach at Blue Lake CrossFit since 2017
Kindergarten and school teacher
HER STORY
I have always loved sport, growing up playing netball, basketball and tennis. But after having 4 kids and a shift working husband I found it hard to juggle my own fitness time. My husband started CrossFit when it opened up in Mount Gambier and for years I said I would never do it. I always thought it was too hard and intense. However after watching him progress over the years and seeing the friendships and support that is shown during sessions and in house competitions I decided to give it a go. And I love it!
What do I love about CrossFit?
It's about bettering yourself. Not about beating other's but beating yourself - improving your times and/or weights. Everyday you try to make yourself better.
I love the tight knit community. No body judges your shortcomings. The coaches and other members are supportive and inclusive - helping each other out, cheering you on, giving you a high 5 after the WOD.
You get constant coaching and support. With small groups, coaches are able to help you focus on technique and safe movements. The coaches know your capabilities and limitations and work with you to help you reach your goals.
And I love the weight lifting! CrossFit is something that I never thought I could do. I had the mentality that 'I can't' and 'it's too hard' but lifting has given me a sense of empowerment and self confidence. There's still so much that I can't do but if I look back at my workouts and abilities I can see how much I have achieved. And how much more I can still achieve!
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