Mark O’Brien

• CrossFit Level 1 Coach
• CrossFit Football
• Australian Strength & Conditioning Association Level 1
• Level 1 Rugby Union Coach
• Certified Kettlebell Instructor

Mark has been training in CrossFit since 2008 and commenced coaching in 2009. Prior to that he played First Grade Rugby in the Shute Shield (now the Tooheys New Cup) with West Harbour for three seasons and Norths for two seasons. He was also based in Italy for two years playing professional Rugby. Mark competed in CrossFit Newcastle’s team at the 2011 Regionals.

Coaching philosophy

Coaching is taking a person where they can’t take themselves.

Why CrossFit?

CrossFit teaches you to take on challenges to improve yourself both physically and mentally. It pushes you to give more to your workouts when you think you can’t. Technique is so important too; with a Level 2 CrossFit coach behind us and one of the best facilities in Australia to coach at, people constantly improve

For private sessions, contact: mob@crossfitnewcastle.com.au