Our coaching team

After I finished my degree in physic education and Biology I started Avondtrainer in 2010. Hosting nowadays 8 groups a week. In 2012 CrossFit came into my life! My first WOD was the CasinoWOD. I really didn’t know what to expect. But man, I liked it so much!! In 2014 I started CrossFit071. It’s my intension to make people healthier and perform better in daily life in every way possible. In my opinion, sport is the best way to do so!

In the box I teach the OLY hour, CrossFit Kids classes and the regular WODS. I am also the man to talk to, concerning programming. I hope you have a good time in the box. Feel free to drop inn if you are from abroad or if you want to feel the amazing atmosphere in our box! We, together with the awesome staff, will give you a wonderful time!

Together with Peter-Jan, I’m one of the owners of CrossFit071. I’m a tennisteacher, with a tennisschool in Leiderdorp, which provides programs for children and adults from beginner till Dutch champions. Especially for the last group and my selection players, I was looking for a program which provides them conditioning, strength and flexibility. In searching for this kind of program, crossfit appeared…

In the beginning I didn’t know what crossfit was, so I started with crossfit level 1 course. To see for myself, if it was a good sport to combine with tennis. After the course I was immediately convinced, that this was THE sport to ad at my program. Now I teach in the mornings and nooners. We try to create a nice community with all the other teachers, which will provide members a nice stay in our box and a good workout!

Since I found out about Crossfit I was eager to find a box near me. When in 2014 Crossfit071 opened I didn't hesitate to join. After a year I started coaching. I'm sort of devoted to movement and I like to make people move better! If I'm not coaching I'm learning all there is to get our members better. This can be movement, strength, mobility or general health. In the box I'm known as mister mobility. Mobility is one of the core foundations of movement and strength and one of my passions. My second passion is the olympic lifts and I coach the oly-classes. I'm always in for questions or just a friendly conversation. See you in the box.

Czesc! Since 2018, I have been a part of the coaching staff and I have seen our members gain strength, lose weight, and most importantly, have a good time and connect with each other.  My motivation comes from guiding our athletes to move with proper form and gradually increase their level of fitness. My favourite part of Crossfit is olympic weightlifting and to see people dive into its details. I coach on Tuesday evenings (19-22) and occasionally an OLY on Saturdays (10.30 - 12.30). Come say hello. See you at the bar(bell)!

When I started CrossFit in 2019, I was the typical cardio bunny type. I was (and still am) a groupfitness instructor for several years, so CrossFit was a whole new level of training. And I love it. I love every single challenge of all the different movements. And I want to spread that love and excitement to everyone!

As a coach I love the challenge to teach every athlete to understand how to move during the workouts, even though the movements are difficult. I want to support every athlete to become better every week. That’s why I am also a personal trainer and dietician in the box, to not only help with training, but also with our most important fuel: FOOD!

Do not hesitate to ask me about anything, I’m always in for a nice conversation. See you in the box!

After doing fitness for a couple years I found out about CrossFit and I immediately fell in love with it! As soon as I walked into CrossFit 071 I was welcomed by the community; a strong and fit community of people, people that love to train hard and relax hard and have lot’s of fun doing so and made some new friends for life.

CrossFit is my passion and by coaching I get to share my passion with all the athletes of our box. CrossFit is for everybody, no matter if you’re a beginner, very experienced or struggling with an injury, I’m very happy to adjust the WOD to your abilities.

That’s why I am also a personal trainer in the box specialized in pre,- and post natal training.  Because CrossFit and training is for everyone, NO MATTER WHAT!

I’m always in the mood for good food and lifting weights so do not hesitate to talk to me about some delicious food or anything else. See you in the box!

Hi!

My name is Casper, but most people call me Cas. Since 2018 I have been teaching on Monday evenings from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Thursday evenings from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. In daily life I have my own event agency, I am married and I have 3 children (all girls). Would you like a fun and energetic lesson? Join us on Monday or Thursday!

See you in the box!

Hi, my name is Wessel. 

My background is in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience but for the past 15 years my true passion has been fitness. About 5 years ago, I fell in love with CrossFit, Powerlifting and Olympic Weightlifting. I recognize the importance of my job as CrossFit coach and Personal Trainer in helping people navigate their fitness journey. Mainly because of the holistic nature of physical and mental health and the need to invest in our health today in order to mitigate some of the normal age-related decline in strength and explosiveness. 

I own my own company in personal- and group training and work tightly together with Peter-Jan and Rebecca. The name of my company is REBUILD and reflects the fact that our intention is to help clients reshape their life in such a way to create mental and physical stability. In our opinion, the key to success is not to strive for perfection but to “strive for progress” in small incremental steps.  I love helping people identify their limitations and keep motivating them to get better and healthier over time. This can be in the form of mobility exercises, drills to train specific sub-components of certain lifts or cycles that increase overall strength and strength in specific movements.

I recognize the importance of technical knowledge as a coach when it comes to injury prevention and establishing strong movement patterns. However, first and foremost a coach needs to have the ability to connect to people, make them feel safe and inspire them to work on the areas that they can improve. Due to my background as a Psychologist, I am extremely aware of this and it is second nature to me. Hopefully I will get the chance to meet you soon in the box!

I started Crossfit in 2012 in South Africa and it had a huge impact on my fitness and mindset. I wanted to share this further with others so in 2013 I proceeded to open my own box in South Africa that I owned till 2018 when I relocated to NL with my family. 

I am passionate about having a positive impact on others in the long term and setting them up for success by overcoming physical and mental challenges. look forward to meeting you in one of the classes or social events.

In 2017 I started doing CrossFit and I never looked back. When I'm not in the CrossFit box, I'm a rehabilitation physician and I try to find ways to use that knowledge and skills during training. That's why my main focus is moving well, for myself, but also in the classes I teach. In 2022 I started training pregnant women in Zwangerfit, but now I only coach at CrossFit071. I love doing gymnastics, so when you want to walk on your hands or hang around in the bar or rings, you're welkom to join!

I'm an adventurous individual with a diverse background and a passion for both physical and intellectual pursuits. I was born in the United States, yet my journey took an exciting turn in 2022 when I relocated to The Netherlands with my wife, Mariana.

After more than twenty years of going to the gym, in 2021, I discovered my love for CrossFit, and it quickly became a cornerstone of my lifestyle. The thrill of pushing my limits, the strong sense of community around the box, and fostering a strong mind-body connection through challenging workouts became a daily thing. Achieving my CF Level 1 status in June 2023 marked a significant milestone in this journey.

Academically, I hold a Ph.D. in Latin American Literature and Culture, a testament to my dedication to intellectual exploration. My scholarly pursuits have granted me profound insights into the complexities of cultural identities, narratives, and linguistic nuances across the Latin American landscape. I currently teach Spanish at the European School The Hague, as well.

Whether I'm immersed in a gripping novel or learning something new at the box, I approach life with an unwavering enthusiasm for growth and learning. All of this has brought me to where I am today, and I can’t wait to help our athletes better themselves in the box. Cheers!

My name is Henk, and back in 2018 I was spending a lot of my time road cycling, running, and occasionally hitting the gym. I had never even heard of CrossFit until I stumbled across a documentary about it. Intrigued, I immediately looked up whether it existed in the Netherlands. Not only did it exist, but I discovered there was a box close by. It didn’t take long before I signed up. 

I loved it then, and I still do now! You will find me almost daily in de box, either as an athlete, a substitute coach, or as the in-house physiotherapist. For CrossFitters, it’s great to be coached by someone who understands their injuries, and vice versa, to be treated by a physiotherapist who truly knows the sport. Outside the box, I also train a variety of people, from young and fit individuals to older adults facing unique challenges. The goal? To help people feel confident and capable in their everyday lives while making them feel absolutely fantastic.

I live with Janneke in Leiderdorp. In my free time, I still enjoy road cycling and riding my motorbike. But most of all, you’ll see me in the box!