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Hailing from Columbia, Missouri, Caullen originally moved to Chicago to study film at DePaul University where he found fitness as a second career while working at the campus gym.

Alyssa’s passion for fitness started at an early age with competitive dance. Dance created a drive and enthusiasm for training through individual and team sports, including track & field, volleyball, and weight training. Alyssa pursued dance at the collegiate level, gaining valuable training in José Limón, Merce Cunningham, and contact improvisation techniques internationally. Later, she […]

Drew’s passion for exercise and endurance started at an early age with karate, marching band, and soccer. Having activities that focused around consistent practice and technique led him to fine-tuning his fitness skills in 2021 when he joined the CTF family as a member. Drew’s passion for fitness centers around helping individuals achieve and maintain the best version of themselves, taking it one step at a time—a true work in progress. He is currently a NASM Certified Personal Trainer.

Taylor has always loved working out and being active, and after college her passion for weightlifting really took off. When she moved to Chicago from Philly after graduating, she knew she had to find a community that shares that same passion, which she found in group fitness. Taylor is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition […]

Growing up, Hannah always pushed the envelope when it came to fitness. Being a competitive tennis player for over 10 years, she consistently looked for opportunities to challenge herself not only on the court, but in the weight room. CrossFit was introduced into her training regimen, and she never looked back. For 8 years Hannah […]

Originally from Sarasota, Florida, Jordan has always embraced an outdoor active lifestyle since childhood. Since the age of 14, he’s thrived in the competitive world of wrestling and grappling. After relocating to Chicago in 2022, he discovered there was more to Chicago than Hotdogs and mediocre sports teams. He quickly became involved in the very active Chicago […]

Coach Keith is ready to help you get better, fitter, and healthier! Learn how to use various techniques, exercises, and movements to build strength, power, and explosiveness. From bodyweight to powerlifting to Olympic lifting and much more, you’ll become confident while using proper form and progression!

Fitness has played a significant role in Lauren’s life from a young age. During her childhood, she participated in field hockey, basketball, and lacrosse, enjoying the team-building and sense of community these team sports provided. After moving to Chicago in 2015, Lauren discovered the vast array of group fitness options and diverse workout styles available […]

Lindsey’s primary passion is teaching. She loves helping people reach their goals whether it be in the gym or the classroom. Although she grew up in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Lindsey always knew she wanted to live and teach in the city. Lindsey graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with a degree in elementary […]

Growing up playing many sports from baseball to wrestling, exercise and fitness became cornerstones in my life. I am a certified ISSA Personal Trainer and my goal with training is guiding clients to achieve their goals. Whether you are just starting your fitness journey or you are an athlete looking to gain an edge for […]

Melissa’s love for movement and fitness began at an early age when she was a competitive ice skater. Ice skating created a drive and passion for training through individual and team sports, including diving, basketball, volleyball and snowboarding. Melissa loves being active, both outside and in the gym, and feels her best when moving and […]

Growing up in the Chicago suburbs, I was a competitive athlete throughout my youth. I was lucky enough to play soccer at the Division 1 level at Northern Illinois University which sparked my interest to study exercise science. After transferring to Michigan State University, I began pursuing my passion for all things exercise/athletics and graduated […]

A gymnast since childhood and high school varsity swimmer, Robert has always been athletic. He fell in love with CrossFit in 2014 and got his L1 certification in May of 2016, and L2 in November of 2020. He has gained a vast knowledge of the functional movement at a high intensity since he began coaching […]

At a young age, Stephanie spent most of her free time in a swimming pool. Stephanie grew up competitively swimming and learning what it means to be an athlete throughout her journey. After graduating from Indiana University, Stephanie has been educating elementary-aged students in Chicago Public Schools. Combining her passion of teaching, leading, and fitness, […]

Kristen has been with CrossTown for 5 years. She started gymnastics at 3-years-old and hasn’t stopped consistently working out and playing sports since. Her competitive drive and focus stem from growing up fighting to outshine her twin brother.