Our Trainers

You want experience, expertise, accountability, professionalism… you want someone that has shown time and time again to get people RESULTS FAST!

With our highly trained staff, we can provide you with the Health and Fitness program that suits your needs and helps you meet your goals.

 

Aaron Palmer, Owner

CrossFit Tainer level 1, LMT, Sports Massage, CHEK Practitioner, Graduate, University of Florida, 2001, degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences

Aaron has been a personal trainer since 2003.  He has worked with clients ranging from young tennis players, people with back and disc problems and even a 72-year-old recovering stroke client.  Aaron’s experience as a massage therapist allows him to approach each client with an understanding of how the human body truly works and what needs to be done to get it working properly.  As an avid mountain bike rider and Crossfitter, Aaron has competed in several off-road triathlons.  He has been training CrossFit classes on a regular basis since August 2008 and says that he has never felt stronger.  Aaron definately benefits tremendously from training CrossFit when preparing for any mountain biking, triathlons or just everyday life.  When not training, he enjoys a nice day and a golf club in his hands.

Contact Aaron at aaron@gatorcrossfit.com or at 352-359-0889.

Mandi Palmer,  Co-Owner, CrossFit Trainer level 1, LMT, Graduate of University of Florida, 2008, degree in Nutrition, CrossFit Nutrition Certified

Mandi has been an avid CrossFitter since August 2008 and has been training others the CrossFit method since November 2008.  She has well-rounded knowledge of the body and uses the tools of training, massage therapy, and nutrition to help clients reach their goals.  Mandi received her degree from the University of Florida in Food Science and Human Nutrition in 2008 and her massage license from the Florida School of Massage in February 2009.  In addition, she is also CrossFit nutrition certified.  With her experience in these fields, Mandi loves working with people to reach their highest potential and optimal health.  When not training, Mandi loves a good day at the beach, a run in the park or a swim in the pool, and a good glass of wine.

contact Mandi at Mandi@gatorcrossfit.com or at 727-709-8226

 

James Mills – CrossFit Trainer level 1, B.A. Performing Arts

James recently retired from a 12 year career as a professional ballet
dancer. He began CrossFit after his 2nd ankle surgery brought him under the
care of  CrossFit/mobility expert, Kelly Starrett,
D.P.T.<http://mobilitywod.blogspot.com Threeyears later, James
relates that CrossFit not only helped him return to
dancing after major ligament repair but gave him a baseline of fitness he
had never enjoyed in his years as a professional athlete. “Constantly
varied, functional movement” was never a part of the day-in-day-out of
ballet or the gym, yet he now realizes the profound effects of CrossFit’s
simple and revolutionary fitness program. It’s also fun, which plays a huge
part in maintaining a commitment to get and stay fit.

As a coach James brings his expertise in body awareness, technique, and
flexibility to the CrossFit program. He is always excited to explore the
limits of flexibility and form to increase strength and technique.”Contact James at James@gatorcrossfit.com or at 646-382-7790

Tayler Forrester – bio coming soon

Chase and Daisy Palmer, bios coming soon