Developing the Next Generation of Coaches at CrossFit Warrington

At CrossFit Warrington, we believe that great coaching sits at the heart of everything we do. Behind every class, every cue, and every moment of progress, there’s a coach who genuinely cares about helping people move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives.

To maintain that high standard — and to build the next generation of exceptional coaches — we’ve developed our CrossFit Warrington Intern Programme. This hands-on pathway gives passionate members the opportunity to step from the floor to the front of the class, with full guidance, mentorship, and support from our experienced coaching team.

The CrossFit Warrington Intern Programme

Our internship is open to current CFW members who have shown commitment, consistency, and curiosity about what happens behind the scenes of a great class.

Over several stages, interns learn to:

• Understand and deliver the fundamentals of CrossFit.
• Develop effective communication and class management skills.
• Observe, assist, and lead elements of real classes.
• Gain confidence in teaching movement, scaling options, and safety.
• Reflect and improve through ongoing feedback and mentorship.

Each intern is guided by Head Coach Siân Edwards, and together we explore what it takes to become a professional, confident, and supportive coach.

The programme is designed to be practical, challenging, and above all, enjoyable — giving our future coaches the opportunity to grow within the same supportive community they’ve trained in.

At the end of the internship, participants are encouraged to pursue their CrossFit Level 1 qualification (self-funded) and continue developing as part of the CFW coaching team.

How We Recruit Coaches

We don’t recruit coaches through job adverts — we develop them from within.

Our recruitment process starts by observing members who already demonstrate the qualities we value most:

• Enthusiasm for CrossFit and our community.
• A natural ability to connect with and support others.
• A genuine interest in learning and improving.

From there, potential coaches are invited into the Intern Programme, where we can see how they learn, work, and interact with members in a coaching capacity.

Once an intern completes the programme and obtains their Level 1 qualification, opportunities may be offered to step into assistant or coaching roles within our schedule.

Quarterly Evaluations and CPD

Once a coach joins the team, their development doesn’t stop there. At CrossFit Warrington, every coach receives quarterly evaluations — an opportunity to reflect, receive constructive feedback, and set professional goals for the next quarter.

These sessions aren’t just about performance scores; they’re about continuous improvement. We review what’s going well, identify areas to develop, and celebrate the positive impact each coach has within our community.

To keep our standards high and knowledge current, we also hold quarterly CPD (Continuing Professional Development) sessions. These may include workshops on movement standards, cueing, class management, or even broader topics such as mindset, communication, and member engagement.

Annual First Aid and Safety Training

Safety is always our top priority. Every member of our coaching team completes annual first aid training, ensuring they have the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively in any emergency situation.

Combined with our regular CPD sessions and internal reviews, this ensures that every class at CrossFit Warrington is led by coaches who are skilled, attentive, and fully prepared to look after our members.

Our Commitment

We’re proud to have created an environment where coaches can grow just as much as athletes. The CrossFit Warrington Intern Programme is about more than developing coaching skills — it’s about building leaders, role models, and ambassadors for the values we stand for: community, safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

If you’re a CFW member interested in coaching, or simply want to learn more about how our programme works, we’d love to hear from you.

📧 Contact Siân Edwards at hello@crossfitwarrington.com