OUR TRAINER
TEAM OF EXPERT COACHES
OWNER
Joe Scali
Joe Scali is a distinguished CrossFit Games athlete and former professional hockey player, known for his impressive athletic career and his commitment to coaching and mentoring within the CrossFit community. His journey from the ice rink to the CrossFit competition floor showcases his diverse athletic talents and relentless drive for excellence.
Before making his mark in CrossFit, Joe enjoyed a successful career as a professional/NCAA DIV 1 hockey player. His time in professional sports instilled in him the discipline, teamwork, and competitive edge that he would later bring to CrossFit. Transitioning from hockey to CrossFit, Joe quickly rose through the ranks, leveraging his athletic background to become a formidable competitor.
As a CrossFit Games athlete, Joe has competed at the highest levels, demonstrating exceptional strength, endurance, and versatility. His participation in the CrossFit Games solidified his reputation as one of the sport’s elite.
Beyond his competitive achievements, Joe is a dedicated coach, committed to helping others unlock their full potential. His unique blend of professional sports experience and CrossFit expertise enables him to provide unparalleled guidance to athletes at all stages of their fitness journey. Joe’s coaching style emphasizes skill development, mental resilience, and community support, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.
Joe Scali’s passion for fitness and his journey from professional hockey to the CrossFit Games inspire those around him, making him a true leader in the world of functional fitness.
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CFP Certified Personal Trainer
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CrossFit Trainer Level 1 and Level 2
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Certified Sport Nutritionist
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TRX Certified Trainer
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Trigger Point Performance Therapy Certification
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Twist Conditioning Bronze Silver Gold Certification
OWNER
Sharan Scali
Sharan grew up in White Rock. Inspired by her entrepreneurial parents, she was accepted into the Bachelor of Commerce Program at the Gustavson School of Business at the University of Victoria, where she specialized in Entrepreneurship herself. She went on to spend another year studying business abroad at Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. Upon graduating, she pursued a career in the Natural Supplements Industry and continued her studies by obtaining her Advanced Sports & Nutritional Advisor Certification. Her passion for health led her to discover CrossFit & Olympic Lifting and she began coaching classes at her local CrossFit box. During this time, she completed and won gold at her first CrossFit Competition. She then competed in the 58kg weight class for Women’s Olympic Weightlifting, where she won gold and qualified for BC Provincials. Ultimately, it was her family and connections with the community that drew her back to open Semiahmoo Athletic Club in White Rock.
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CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
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Advanced Sports & Exercise Nutritional Advisor
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Precision Nutrition Level 1
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BCWA Provincially Qualified Olympic Weightlifter (58kg)
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Bachelor of Commerce Degree specializing in Entrepreneurship
COACH
JAKE
Jake Fletcher grew up White Rock, playing hockey and coming to Semiahmoo Athletic Club in the off-season. He competed at the Junior A level before receiving a scholarship to the University of Concordia where he played for 4 years before transferring and finishing his collegiate career at the University of Regina. After his collegiate career Jake signed a professional contract in the ECHL before retiring and moving back home to pursue his passion in the fitness industry, guided by his trainer/mentor Joe Scali. CrossFit has become Jake’s passion; where he found his competitive nature again after Hockey, and where he can channel his work ethic and drive into being a high-level CrossFit athlete and coach for Semiahmoo Athletic Club Members.
-CrossFit Trainer
-Cornell Nutrition Certification
-Bachelor’s in Human Relations (Organizational Development)
-Business Administration Certificate
COACH
MIKE
Mike has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to functional movement training. With over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry, he brings diversity in his coaching to cater to each individual athlete’s needs. Mike’s passion lies in CrossFit, as he enjoys the challenge of constant improvement – with so many different areas of sport & fitness all combined, there is always something to work on to strive towards becoming better everyday. Mike’s extensive training knowledge, positive energy and enthusiasm led him to become a coach at Semiahmoo Athletic Club.
-CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
-Youth Sports Instructor for over 7 years (ages 1-18 years)
-Former Elite level track cyclist
-Winning 5 national medals including a National
-Championship in the Team Sprint in 2008
-2005 Ironman Canada Competitor
-Member of the National Bobsled team 2009-2010
COACH
STEPH
Coach Steph grew up playing sports and was introduced to cross training and conditioning at a young age. She attended St. Francis Xavier University and played on the women’s rugby team for 4 years, followed by playing for the UBC Thunderbirds for one year.Her passion for fitness has always been strong, but it wasn’t until after she had her second son that she found CrossFit. At 4 months post-partem, she started attending classes with baby Henry in tow and fell in love with the movements, conditioning, and team-like atmosphere. Coach Steph has been apart of the Semi fit fam since 2019, and started coaching in 2023. She coaches CrossFit classes in addition to being an elementary physical education teacher.
COACH
LEAH
Leah is one of the coaches at Semiahmoo Athletic Club. She began coaching in October 2024 after earning her CF L1 Trainer certification and has loved every moment of it since. Growing up, Leah played various team sports including softball, volleyball, and basketball, which made her immediately drawn to the community aspect of CrossFit when her sister suggested she give it a try. She started her CrossFit journey in 2015 as a first-year university student in need of a fitness routine, and though she took breaks from the sport over the years, she always came back. For the past four years, Leah has trained consistently in CrossFit. While she enjoys witnessing her own personal growth in the sport, she finds even greater fulfillment in watching others improve and succeed. Outside of the gym, Leah can usually be found in the mountains, adventuring and enjoying the great outdoors.
COACH
GRACIE
Fitness, sports, and healthy living have been a part of Gracie’s life since childhood. Growing up with a passion for working out and competing, Gracie was constantly striving to improve fitness and performance. She played soccer, danced competitively, and performed in circus arts. Eight years ago, Gracie walked into Semiahmoo Athletic Club and instantly fell in love with CrossFit, drawn by the positive and uplifting environment created by Joe and Sharan.
Soon after, Gracie fully immersed herself in CrossFit, facing some challenges along the way that taught valuable lessons and enriched her knowledge and experience as both an athlete and a trainer. Over the years, she has competed in multiple international CrossFit competitions, including reaching the semi-finals in 2023. She continues to aim for even larger competitions, with the CrossFit Games as her ultimate goal.
Gracie’s ambitions as an elite athlete parallel her dedication to helping others achieve their fitness and lifestyle goals. After starting to coach CrossFit six years ago, she pursued further certification through ACE to deepen her expertise. She believes that personal training goes beyond the gym, focusing on building strong relationships with clients to understand their individual goals and set them up for long-term success and happiness. Gracie is committed to creating a positive and comfortable environment, ensuring that clients have fun along the way. Believing that anyone can achieve their goals, Gracie is passionate about being part of others’ fitness journeys at the Semiahmoo Athletic Club, a place she considers her home away from home.
COACH
STACEY
Stacey has over 12 years of experience in CrossFit as an athlete and has been a valued member of the Semiahmoo Athletic family since 2015. She began her coaching career in 2018 after obtaining her Level 1 certification and truly enjoys all aspects of being a coach. Stacey is inspired by people's effort, dedication, and drive to improve themselves, and she was eager to play an “official” role in that growth. One of the most rewarding aspects of being a coach for Stacey is watching individuals transform their lives through fitness and the community that CrossFit offers, just as it did for her. Her passion for self-improvement led her to complete her Level 2 coaching certification in July 2022. When she’s not in the gym, Stacey dedicates her time to reading and researching health and fitness, particularly focusing on women's health. She has a keen interest in wellness during the peri and post-menopausal years. Stacey enjoys her favourite movements, which include kettlebell swings and box jumps, and she can handle burpees like a pro. She finds the ongoing process of Olympic weight lifting exhilarating and occasionally coaches our Olympic lifting class. While she would be fine never seeing a wall ball again, as a true CrossFitter, she embraces any workout of the day that comes her way.
Beyond her work in fitness, Stacey also serves as a registered sign language interpreter within the Deaf community. She loves spending time with her animals and the people she loves.
Stacey is available for private (1-on-1) training sessions and can also assist members who are new to CrossFit with foundational training. She revels in helping people move in ways they never thought possible, lift weights and get stronger in ways that might surprise them. If you’re not sure how to start, Stacey can get you going. She loves working with all athletes but has a soft spot for “masters” athletes (over 40) and large bodied athletes. Her goal is that you feel seen, safe and accepted.
2018 Level 1 CF Trainer Cert
2022 Level 2 CF Trainer Cert
workshops/Seminars
Working With Large Bodied Athletes
PPSC Pain Free Training Cert
FKT Functional Kettlebell Course
Catalyst Athletics Olympic lifting seminar
Burgener Strength Seminar (Olympic lifting
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