Ethan Townsend: Owner / Lead Trainer
Education:
- Bachelors of Science: Health and Exercise Science from Colorado State University
- Masters of Business Administration from Colorado State University
- CrossFit Level 2: CF-L2
- American College of Sports Medicine: Certified Personal Trainer
- American College of Sports Medicine: Cancer Exercise Specialist
I was always intrigued by physical fitness since my mother took me along when she taught Aerobics classes when I was 7. I was never skilled but I played sports all the way through high school with moderate success. It wasn't until I went to Colorado State University, where I earned my B.S. in Exercise Science, did I understand how I could mold my body. Since then I have made it my mission to help my clients, friends, and family achieve their fitness goals. My passion is to help as many people as I can change their lives for the better through fitness and be the best father I can be for my family.
Cricket Fuecker: Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor
Education:
I love the camaraderie, motivation, and support group fitness brings. We all are looking for something different each day we walk through the doors, and I love that this is where many of our needs get met; through laughter, lots of work, and sweat.
One on one we work on goals both in and out of the gym. I really love watching people have success as they define it and cheering them on and pushing them to reach their goals and beyond.
I travel all over to support our sport organizing and judging CrossFit athletes from local comps to regionals/semis, the CrossFit Games, and other huge fitness festivals. I also travel the World instructing at resorts on the beach, in the pool, and in the gym. Fitness is a universal language.
- Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice and Developmental Psychology, Saint Cloud State University
- Paramedical Esthetician, Colorado Advanced Esthetics
- AAAI/ ISMA: Personal Fitness Trainer
- Strength Conditioning and Weight Training
- Consultant
- Sports Nutrition Consultant
- Yoga Instructor Certificate
- Mat Pilates Certificate
- Aqua Instructor
- Life Wellness Coach
- Kids and Teens Fitness Trainer
- Mad Dogg Athletics: Spinning Instructor Certification
- Strong Nation: Strong30
- Silver Sneakers: Foundations, Muscle Strength and Range of Motion, Circuit, Splash, Classic, Yoga, Cardio
I love the camaraderie, motivation, and support group fitness brings. We all are looking for something different each day we walk through the doors, and I love that this is where many of our needs get met; through laughter, lots of work, and sweat.
One on one we work on goals both in and out of the gym. I really love watching people have success as they define it and cheering them on and pushing them to reach their goals and beyond.
I travel all over to support our sport organizing and judging CrossFit athletes from local comps to regionals/semis, the CrossFit Games, and other huge fitness festivals. I also travel the World instructing at resorts on the beach, in the pool, and in the gym. Fitness is a universal language.
Dawn Hagar: Personal Trainer / Group Fitness / Crossfit LVL 2
Education:
I am a California native, and have been in Colorado for about 10 years. I have 3 kiddos, and am married to my husband Nick.
I was always into fitness and movement! I played soccer and rode horses all the way to the collegiate level, and after graduating college I was into competitive bodybuilding, and bikini competitions. In 2008 I stepped foot into my first CrossFit gym and was instantly hooked. In 2009 the owner asked me to coach and get certified. Since then I’ve been coaching/training in some capacity.
I went on to compete at CrossFit sectionals and regionals in 2009 and 10.
My fitness level changed as I moved through different seasons of my life such as pregnancy and postpartum. I knew there was more to being an athlete while being pregnant and that led me to BIRTHFIT. I now specialize in the pregnant athlete, and helping train for the act of giving birth and rehabbing in postpartum! But trust me I can still kick anyone’s ass!
- Bachelors of Science Agricultural Science, California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, CA
- CF-L2
- USAW Sports Performance Coach
- BIRTHFIT Coach
- Core Exercise Solutions Course
- CPR
I am a California native, and have been in Colorado for about 10 years. I have 3 kiddos, and am married to my husband Nick.
I was always into fitness and movement! I played soccer and rode horses all the way to the collegiate level, and after graduating college I was into competitive bodybuilding, and bikini competitions. In 2008 I stepped foot into my first CrossFit gym and was instantly hooked. In 2009 the owner asked me to coach and get certified. Since then I’ve been coaching/training in some capacity.
I went on to compete at CrossFit sectionals and regionals in 2009 and 10.
My fitness level changed as I moved through different seasons of my life such as pregnancy and postpartum. I knew there was more to being an athlete while being pregnant and that led me to BIRTHFIT. I now specialize in the pregnant athlete, and helping train for the act of giving birth and rehabbing in postpartum! But trust me I can still kick anyone’s ass!
Hannah Kilpatrick: Personal Trainer / Group Fitness / Crossfit LVL 2
Education:
I grew up in the Northeast and moved to Colorado in 2019. A few things that are abnormal about me is that I have lived in the Middle East for an extended amount of time, I have 6 siblings, and I am a business owner! I love the mountains, a solid running workout, fellowship with friends, and making healthy food taste good!
My first CrossFit workout was in August of 2021 and I very quickly began to love the sport and community surrounding it. I became certified as a Personal Trainer in Fall of 2021, and as a CrossFit Level 1 trainer in August of 2022. I received my Nutrition Coach certification in August 2023.I am passionate about being proactive about health. This to me, means, living, eating and training in a way that progresses towards a greater state of wellness.
- Bachelor of Science: Global Studies, Education, Communication, Liberty University
- CF-L2
- Certified Personal Trainer - NASM
- Certified Nutrition Coach - NASM
I grew up in the Northeast and moved to Colorado in 2019. A few things that are abnormal about me is that I have lived in the Middle East for an extended amount of time, I have 6 siblings, and I am a business owner! I love the mountains, a solid running workout, fellowship with friends, and making healthy food taste good!
My first CrossFit workout was in August of 2021 and I very quickly began to love the sport and community surrounding it. I became certified as a Personal Trainer in Fall of 2021, and as a CrossFit Level 1 trainer in August of 2022. I received my Nutrition Coach certification in August 2023.I am passionate about being proactive about health. This to me, means, living, eating and training in a way that progresses towards a greater state of wellness.
Stephanie Furrow: Personal Trainer / Group Fitness
Education:
I was born and raised in north central Kansas, I received my Associate degree in Early Childhood Education then attended Kansas State University earning my Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies & Human Services in 2009. I began my fitness journey in 2016 after moving to Colorado. My passion is teaching group exercise classes, especially bootcamp style but I also enjoy working 1:1 with clients. I truly believe fitness is not only physical, but is one of the best things a person can do to improve mental health. My ideal client is someone who is ready to put in the work it takes to create a healthy lifestyle that is sustainable. I enjoy connecting with clients on a personal level & getting to know each person’s story. The main thing I tell all of my clients is Consistency over Perfection. With consistency, big improvements can & will happen!
- Bachelors of Science: Family Studies & Human Services Kansas State University
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
- ISSA: Certified Personal Trainer
- ISSA: Certified Cycling Instructor
- NASM: Youth Exercise Specialist
I was born and raised in north central Kansas, I received my Associate degree in Early Childhood Education then attended Kansas State University earning my Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies & Human Services in 2009. I began my fitness journey in 2016 after moving to Colorado. My passion is teaching group exercise classes, especially bootcamp style but I also enjoy working 1:1 with clients. I truly believe fitness is not only physical, but is one of the best things a person can do to improve mental health. My ideal client is someone who is ready to put in the work it takes to create a healthy lifestyle that is sustainable. I enjoy connecting with clients on a personal level & getting to know each person’s story. The main thing I tell all of my clients is Consistency over Perfection. With consistency, big improvements can & will happen!
Jess Markanich: Sports Performance Coach / Personal Trainer / Nutrition Coach
Education:
Jess Markanich is a Sports Performance Coach and Personal Trainer with over a decade of experience helping athletes and individuals reach their full potential. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education & Health from South Dakota State University, where she competed as a Division I softball athlete, and later completed a Master’s in Applied Exercise Science with a concentration in Strength & Conditioning from Concordia University Chicago.
Jess has coached and trained athletes across multiple sports; softball, soccer, wrestling, football, and track & field; at the high school, collegiate, and club levels. Most recently, she served as a Sports Performance Coach at the University of Northern Colorado, where she specialized in developing programs for Women’s Soccer, Cross Country, and Track & Field. She also teaches Physical Education, Fitness and Personal Training courses at Aims Community College, where she focuses on injury prevention, strength training, and long-term lifestyle development.
At Official Fitness, Jess combines her educational/athletic background, coaching expertise, and passion for performance to create individualized programs that challenge, motivate, and empower her clients. She believes in building not just stronger athletes, but stronger people by creating healthy habits meanwhile emphasizing discipline, confidence, and resilience both in and out of the gym.
- Bachelors of Science: Physical Education & Health Education from South Dakota State
- Masters of Science: Applied Exercise Science Concentration in Strength & Conditioning from Concordia University - Chicago
- NASM: Certified Personal Trainer
- NASM: Performance Enhancement Specialist
- NASM: Certified Sports Nutrition Coach
Jess Markanich is a Sports Performance Coach and Personal Trainer with over a decade of experience helping athletes and individuals reach their full potential. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education & Health from South Dakota State University, where she competed as a Division I softball athlete, and later completed a Master’s in Applied Exercise Science with a concentration in Strength & Conditioning from Concordia University Chicago.
Jess has coached and trained athletes across multiple sports; softball, soccer, wrestling, football, and track & field; at the high school, collegiate, and club levels. Most recently, she served as a Sports Performance Coach at the University of Northern Colorado, where she specialized in developing programs for Women’s Soccer, Cross Country, and Track & Field. She also teaches Physical Education, Fitness and Personal Training courses at Aims Community College, where she focuses on injury prevention, strength training, and long-term lifestyle development.
At Official Fitness, Jess combines her educational/athletic background, coaching expertise, and passion for performance to create individualized programs that challenge, motivate, and empower her clients. She believes in building not just stronger athletes, but stronger people by creating healthy habits meanwhile emphasizing discipline, confidence, and resilience both in and out of the gym.