Our coaches.
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Deacon Merceica
WEIGHTLIFTING COACH
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Delina Morales
COACH
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Lady Seeto
COACH
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Mat Seeto
COACH
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Scott Isbister
COACH
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Amy Tukuafu
COACH
We come from all walks of life, yet we stand together with the same passion and drive, to help people become better.
Meet our team.
Amy Tukuafu
When did you start CrossFit?
I started CrossFit at the end of 2013, straight after finishing up competing for gymnastics. I trained for 2 and a half years before stopping and losing all interest in exercise. After years of not exercising, gaining weight and generally being unhappy with myself I joined CrossFit 2147 in November 2021 and haven’t looked back!
What made you choose CrossFit?
I was looking for a class environment that had a large variety. I tend to get bored if I’m doing the same thing a lot. My sister in law found our local CrossFit and we thought why not try!
Favourite WOD
I don’t have a favourite but anything with lots of gymnastics and no cardio equipment.
Favourite Movement
I love a pull up - especially when able to butterfly.
Sport outside of CrossFit
I don’t - Walking and loving my dog is my second hobby.
Jobs or Hobbies outside of CrossFit
I’m a physiotherapist who works in the community with the aged care population. I absolutely love it as I get to see the impact that exercise and human connection can make on someone’s life.
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Delina Morales
Time in CrossFit
10 years, I started when I was 13 years old.
Why CrossFit
One of the things I love about CrossFit, is that no matter where people are in their fitness journey, CrossFit provides the opportunity for everyone and anyone to grow and learn, whether they’ve been doing it for 5 weeks or 5 years. I love the community and how inclusive and encouraging it is to everyone, regardless of age, ethnicity and background.
Favourite WOD
Karen. I love wall balls.
Favourite Movement
Toes to Bar, Thrusters or anything Olympic lifting.
Sport outside of CrossFit
I’ve always been down for any sport! Growing up my two favorites were basketball and softball, but I’ve participated in many more including volleyball, golf, track and tennis. Growing up in a small country town, there’s nothing really else to do.
Jobs or Hobbies outside of CrossFit
Anything adventurous, whether it’s climbing the Harbour bridge, theme park rides or go-karting - if it’s exciting, I’m in.
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Lady Seeto
Time in CrossFit
11 years, I started in 2012 at CrossFit Blacktown.
Why CrossFit
The community keeps me accountable. Also, just when you think you’re getting good, there’s something else to learn or improve on. I felt like for me, this is what keeps the sport interesting, frustrating, and definitely humbling at the same time.
Favourite WOD
I don’t have a specific WOD, but I would have to lean towards chippers. I struggle with anything sprinty.
Favourite Movement
Any sort of clean.
Sport outside of CrossFit
Competed in weightlifting for 5 years.
As a stereotypical Filo, I always enjoyed basketball, but if I had to pick a sport outside of CrossFit, I would have pursued kickboxing. I have done a few half marathons in the past as I did enjoy running before CrossFit.
Jobs or Hobbies outside of CrossFit
Not quite a hobby, but my 3 kids keep me busy outside of the box (4, if you include the biggest one of them all).
I studied marketing at college and uni and worked in an office prior to taking up CrossFit as a coach/box owner and haven’t looked back since.
Certifications
CrossFit Level 3 Certified Trainer
CrossFit Kids Trainer
AWF Club Weightlifting/Sports Power Coach
Level 1 License
Certificate III Fitness
Certificate IV Nutrition (Health & Wellness Coach/Sports Nutrition Advisor)
Mat Seeto
Time in CrossFit
12 years
Why CrossFit
I love the variety that CrossFit offers and the empowerment that it gives someone. The community is so driven and encouraging that makes it easier to push yourself like you wouldn’t yourself.
Favourite WOD
DT - loves a barbell WOD.
Favourite Movement
Snatches
Sport outside of CrossFit
Weightlifting
Soccer when I was younger but found out I was better at being the referee
Jobs or Hobbies outside of CrossFit
Day Job is a desk jockey Basketball, soccer and fishing
Certifications
• CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
• Justice of the Peace
• Certificate of Massage
Scott Isbister
Time in CrossFit
10 years
Why CrossFit
Crossfit provides inclusiveness to all no matter what your age or ability it is, it also provides people with opportunity to do things they never thought they could achieve. Being a part of that is so rewarding.
Favourite WOD
Fran!
Favourite Movement
Pull ups and Thrusters
Sport outside of CrossFit
My son and I love riding BMX. We are regularly at the BMX or pump track
Jobs or Hobbies outside of CrossFit
I love to get away camping. I really enjoy time away. I also manage my sons athletics team which is great fun!
Certifications
CF-L1
Throwback to “Coach Your Coaches” back in 2020
Thank you to our crew who programmed a workout for our coaches for this year’s ‘Coach Your Coaches WOD’.
For Time: 800m Run > Frantasy Land (with 500m Row in between) > 800m Run