BURG CROSSFIT - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Coach
- Head
- Biography As Director of Operations and Programming
- Director of Operations and Programming
Biography
As Director of Operations and Programming, Jeff thrives most in the accomplishments of others. One of Jeff's most fulfilling moments is to have members not only succeed in their goals but to absolutely crush them.
Jeff prides himself on being one of the loudest coaches in the gym (even louder than Nicky). You've been warned.
Being the goofball of the gym, Jeff loves to use the word "Science" to anything remotely mind-blowing (or really any time at all), even when it doesn't apply, just to make it sound even more mind-blowing. "Science!"
Job Titles:
- Coach
- Head
- Owner
- Biography Owner and Head
Biography
Owner and Head Coach Jen Hutson also works as Burg CrossFit's Director of Social Media in addition to being on the BurgFUEL Nutrition team. As far as athletics, she says "I was never a natural, but I could out-work anyone. I've always had an innate drive."
All her drive and hard work has led her to specializing in nutrition, teaching about aerobic capacity, and competitive CrossFitting. "I'm passionate about educating our athletes about how to properly fuel themselves in order to meet their goals both in aesthetics and performance," she says.
Biography
Jess brings a wealth of knowledge from the field of conflict resolution and staff development. As the Client Success Manager (CSM) at Burg CrossFit, she loves connecting to members and the surrounding community. Her sole responsibility is to ensure that every time a member comes into the gym, it is the best hour of their day! She assists with planning events, ordering swag, and assisting with billing.
In her free time she is finishing her PhD in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, reading, and relaxing with her dachshunds. She loves the Florida sunshine, eating good food, and being with friends and family.
Job Titles:
- Coach
- Head
- Coaches at Burg
Biography
As one of the head coaches at Burg, Nicky is loud AF. You'll know she is coaching before you even step into the gym. Having created barbell programs for members and having personally competed in Olympic Weightlifting competitions, Nicky loves breaking down the Barbell movements to a degree that either seasoned athletes or newbies can learn from . With a background as a 200hr Registered Yoga Trainer in Ashtanga she loves helping people focus on their mobility and moving safely and efficiently at all times!
In her spare time she loves to stay active outside the gym including long boarding, biking, beach volleyball, disc golf or even working in her yard.
Job Titles:
- Coach
- Head
- Biography Head Coach and Facilities Manager
- Head Coach and Facilities Manager
Biography
Head Coach and Facilities Manager, Ray Ritola is known for breaking down parts of a movement to technical ques and inefficiencies. "Some movements can be seen as very daunting to a new athlete," he says. "It is our responsibility to help guide them through the movement safely but also more efficiently when possible."
Ray is fanatical about learning! "Never will I feel like I become a master at a sport or movement," he says. "If someone can show me a new way to accomplish something, I will do my best to be receptive and adapt to this ever-changing sport!"
Job Titles:
- Director of BurgFUEL Nutrition
Biography I was always involved in club sports growing up. I loved being on a team with friends and challenging my physical abilities through competition, so it's no surprise that I fell in love with Crossfit! I love getting to be part of a community of like-minded people, all striving to better themselves through fitness and health. As the nutrition coach at Burg, I get the privilege of helping our members improve their relationship with food, reach their health goals, and, most importantly, educate them on how to create a […]
Job Titles:
- Founder
- Owner
- Biography Owner and Founder
- Owner CEO Head Coach
Biography Owner and Founder Tony Vouis, opened Burg in late 2013 in a 1500 square foot dirty warehouse space. Currently Burg has developed into 3 locations, with the original 1500 sq foot location evolving into a completely revamped 10,000 square foot fitness gym. Tony graduated from the Columbus College of Art and Design with a BFA in Fine Arts and moved to Florida to pursue glass blowing and start his career as a tattoo artist. A lifelong athlete, he needed a place to stay fit and discovered his natural talent