About CrossFit Shropshire in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
We Built our Gym Around You
CrossFit Shropshire is our dream, built with you in mind. Our coaches are highly skilled professionals with top-tier communication skills and elite programming. Each coach brings a unique energy and skillset, but they all create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for beginners and experienced athletes alike.
This is Our Team
We are a group of committed full-time professional coaches, here to help you take your fitness and health to the next level. Through intelligent programming, encouraging instruction, and real-talk accountability, our coaches guide you from where you are to where you want to go.
Founder’s Story
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From the Police Force to Global Coaching: My Journey. In 2003, fresh out of university, I joined the police force. My goal was simple: make a real impact. I even earned my Level 3 Gym instructor qualification specifically to coach local kids and give them a positive focus off the streets. Back then, I was an ultra-marathon runner. I ran long, grueling distances and did a bit of casual gym work, but nothing serious. Then, in 2007, a random Google search changed everything. I stumbled across CrossFit and decided to try a workout called ‘F50’. It completely broke me. Seeing others finish it in half my time was a massive wake-up call. I realized my endurance training lacked true power. I threw myself into CrossFit, achieved the highest fitness of my life, and in 2008, I opened CrossFit Shropshire. My passion for the methodology caught the attention of CrossFit HQ....
Our Coaches
Alex Mansell
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Harriet Whitehead
Lucy Vaughn
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Certifications
Sam Riley
Stu Hughes
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Certifications
Nick O’Leary
Tim Ashley
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Eric Brayne
Kate Thomas
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Certifications
Katrina Campbell
Clean and Well-Maintained
Equipment is the Standard
At CrossFit Shropshire, we’ve carefully selected top-tier equipment to support every level of training, from strength and conditioning to mobility and recovery. Whether you’re here to lift heavy, build endurance, or enhance flexibility, our gym is fully stocked with the best gear in the industry to help you train with confidence.
Spacious Training Zones – We have separate areas for strength work, functional fitness, and mobility, so you always have room to train without waiting or crowding.
Premium Equipment – Our training areas are outfitted with trusted gear like Rogue racks, Eleiko barbells, Concept2 rowers, Assault Bikes, and Strongman tools to support all styles and levels of training.
Recovery & Mobility Zone – You’ll find foam rollers, resistance bands, massage tools, and stretch stations to help you recover faster and stay injury-free.
A Facility Designed for
Performance & Community.
CrossFit Shropshire isn’t just a gym—it’s a high-performance training space designed to help you reach your full potential. From state-of-the-art equipment to dedicated recovery zones, every detail of our facility is built to support your progress and keep you motivated.
Cold Plunge & Infrared Sauna – We offer both to help with recovery, reduce inflammation, and support better performance. They’re available to all members.
Modern Amenities – Our locker rooms are clean and fully equipped with showers, towel service, and hydration stations.
Member Perks – You’ll have access to free Wi-Fi, lounge space, and a welcoming community that keeps the energy high.
That’s Us.
Let’s Learn About You!
We’ve had a blast telling you a bit about ourselves. But this isn’t about us, it’s about you. Your journey, your goals, your results. So let’s get to know each other, set some life-changing but attainable goals, and welcome you to our supportive community.
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