Leonardo Crucillo aka. Coach Leo, was born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil. As a former professional basketball player in his home country, he understands hard work and dedication are essential to fueling your passions. At 27, CrossFit became a new challenge that consistently worked his mind and body. Coach Leo has been a CrossFit athlete since 2012, a passion which quickly developed into both competition and coaching. In 2018, he competed in the South American Crossfit Regionals and later went on to make the US (New Jersey) his permanant home and JCFit his local CrossFit family. He is both L1 and L2 CrossFit certified, and certified in Burgener Stregth L1 weightlifting training. His coaching style is extremely supportive, interactive and high energy. He loves to see athletes at all levels tackling new and different movements, while at the same time breaking down their own fears. He is an explosive coach who will consistently cheer you on to hit you next PR and loves seeing members achieve their personal goals.