Meet Our Coaches

Our staff has a commitment to excellence and constant learning. LXF coaches will always put the needs of LXF athletes first when we are at the box. We know that one thing you ask of us and the other coaches is to give you the best effort we have everyday and ensure you have the best experience possible.

LXF Coaches

Our staff has a commitment to excellence and constant learning. LXF coaches will always put the needs of LXF athletes first when we are at the box. We know that one thing you ask of us and the other coaches is to give you the best effort we have everyday and ensure you have the best experience possible. We pledge to you, our members and our staff, that we will strive everyday to deliver that best possible experience. Exceptionalism is our standard. Below, you can read brief bios on each of the LXF coaches.

Coach-Aliyah

ALIYAH EMAS

MS, PES, CES, CPT, WFS, SFS, CF-L1

Owner & Head coach. Aliyah has over 12 years experience working in the Health & Fitness Industry. She has her Masters in Exercise & Sport Sciences along with many other certifications and specializations.

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Coach-Chris-min

CHRIS LEBRESCO

CROSSFIT LEVEL 1 TRAINER

Chris is one of many CrossFit Proven success stories. Back in April of 2013, Chris came to Proven overweight and out of shape. After only 8 months of dedication to CrossFit along with a healthy diet, ...

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BRIAN PARKS

CROSSFIT LEVEL 1 TRAINER

Brian has been passionate about fitness for over 30 years, including gym memberships, running, adventure racing, golf and other outdoor activities. He is also an avid woodworker and gardener.

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BEN SEARLES

trainer

Ben’ Searles is a Personal Trainer and Coach, here at LXF(Home of CrossFit Proven). His focus is for his Clients to meet whatever goals they have. Whether that be through cardio, strength training, body building etc.

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MATTHEW CHAMBERS

CROSSFIT LEVEL 2 TRAINER | CMT

Matthew Chambers has over 20 years experience working as a professional Strength and Conditioning Coach. Professional athletes, homemakers, seniors and children alike have seen great success working...

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Coach-Mike-min

Michael Esterlis

fitness coach

Mike is no stranger to fitness, he has been involved in organized sports from the young age of 5!  Growing up he played soccer, baseball, and basketball.  When he wasn't playing sports you could find him running.

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About Our Coaches

We want to take a moment to write about the League of Xtraordinary Fitness coaching staff. We believe that coaching is critical to your experience and is something that differentiates LXF. Anyone can become a Crossfit coach by meeting all the requirements of a Level 1 Certification seminar. That certificate is only the foundation for our coaches at LXF. We strive to hold our coaches to a higher standard. Each member of the staff is chosen for their ability to engage with athletes of all levels, their ability to teach athletes to perform movements safely, their enthusiasm for building the LXF community, and their passion for learning and building their own technical expertise.

Each of our Coaches have come up through the ranks as members of League of Xtraordinary Fitness. Most of our coaches have been learning exclusively from at LXF for 1 to 3 years. They’ve become proficient in our exclusive techniques that have brought success to all of our athletes. This experience is invaluable and is the key ingredient in the application of our coaching techniques. Our coaches engage in continuing education through regular clinics at CrossFit Proven. These clinics focus on the development of their technical expertise.

Each coach goes through an inclusive and intensive apprenticeship under the direct tutelage of Matt and each have demonstrated a complete proficiency and efficacy as a coach before they are able to lead classes at CrossFit Proven. Our coaching staff also participates in seminars and receives certifications outside of LXF’s in-house program like; CrossFit’s Olympic Lifting Certification and CrossFit Mobility.

Testimonials

EXCELLENT
38 reviews on
Charles Wade
Charles Wade
2022-08-31
Aliyah is an unbelievable trainer. Proven in Downingtown has got me working out safer and harder. After only three days I feel my muscles getting more toned and my posture is better. The gym is very clean and organized and they make it easy to track your progress and pay with Venmo app. Highly recommend if you’re new to CrossFit like me! The 6am classes fit my lifestyle perfectly.
Stephen Chicano
Stephen Chicano
2022-08-25
The trainers are great, positive and really push you! But the best part is that everyone training is super outgoing and welcoming..it's like a community! Everyone knows each others names and supports one another. As a newcomer to Cross Fit this was really important for me since I felt uncomfortable with almost all the moves. Highly recommend....and you will get fit!
Ramji AV
Ramji AV
2022-08-24
Great coaching, superb programming, highly recommend Proven Fitness
Bhuvana Sundaresan
Bhuvana Sundaresan
2022-08-23
Aliyah is an amazing coach. She genuinely cares about her people, pushes us hard, and focuses on teaching the right form. Aliyah is inspiring and am so glad to have the opportunity to learn from her!
Christopher Hoover
Christopher Hoover
2022-08-23
I’ve been working with Aliyah for over 18 months and the experience as coach/client has been amazing. She is very attuned to individual needs and focuses on injury prevention and rehab. As an “older” competitor, she has managed to use her vast experience and education to turn me from a middling age group competitor into someone that can compete well against people half my age! Highly recommend Aliyah for her expertise and her genuine care of her clients!
Sue Hudson
Sue Hudson
2022-08-08
Welcoming staff and members, and an intense workout every class!
Joe Anderson
Joe Anderson
2022-07-14
What a great place! You will never find such caring owners and coaches. T
Donna Ulrich
Donna Ulrich
2022-07-14
Coaches are always there to answer questions on proper technique and provide the motivation you need.

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