Kent

Kent grew up in a small town outside of Chicago in northwest Indiana, but moved to San Diego as a teen.  He played baseball and golf growing up, but was an all-around baseball player in high school.  He later met Amanda and married her (after only 4 months of dating!) in 2007.  Kent’s college education began in San Diego State, but he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences at Washington State.  Go Cougs!!

In 2012, when they still lived in California, Amanda convinced Kent to try CrossFit.  He agreed because he was getting bored with running.  He continued because he loved the challenge it provided and the competitive side of the sport.  He and Amanda also enjoyed working out together and felt that the supportive, encouraging environment brought them closer as a couple. 

Flash forward to 2015 when Amanda’s career offered a move to the PNW.  After trying several local boxes, they chose CFNP (before we were Washougal River CrossFit) because they loved the community feel as well as the respect and knowledge our coaches provided to keep our athletes healthy and to get Better Every Day. 

Kent’s favorite part of coaching is the uniqueness each athlete brings to class.  He enjoys the challenge this provides to be sure each athlete is getting what they need each day, each WOD.  His favorite lift is the clean and his favorite gymnastic move is a rope climb.  He would prefer to skip Turkish get ups!  His hobbies outside of CrossFit include being a “Cheer Dad” to his two adorable girls who cheer competitively.  When not working, coaching, working out, or being a “Cheer Dad”, he enjoys golfing and competitive dodgeball.

Certifications

• CrossFit Level 1