Introducing Your CrossFit
Coaches
Community Starts here
Your coaches have worked hard to build something bigger than themselves. It’s what sets Big Muddy CrossFit apart from the rest. Come see what it means to “Challenge Life”. Our programs are tailored to improve your health, nutrition, strength, mobility, and overall performance. It’s not easy but if you’re looking for self improvement then we welcome you with open arms. Let’s go!
Chris Padilla
Chris Padilla, Owner
As an Owner, I’m proud that our box is socially active and participates in events to support the Bismarck/Mandan communities. We invite you to see what the buzz is all about. We are certain that you will absolutely love CrossFit and our community of athletes. I am a U.S. Army Veteran and am active in the Bismarck Far West Rotary Club.
- CROSSFIT LEVEL 2
- CF KIDS
- CF ANATOMY
- CF MOBILITY
- CF JUDGE
- CF SCALING
- CF GYMNASTICS
- CF LESSON PLANNING
- MWOD PERFORMANCE
- USA ADVANCED WEIGHTLIFTING
- CPR/AED/FIRST AID
Chris Padilla
Owner
Kristy Lee
Kristy Lee, Coach
Hi everyone! I became a part of this community in 2018. I really enjoy coaching and love what CrossFit has done for me, my health and my family. I am a mom of four awesome boys who definitely keep me busy…thankfully we have a CrossFit Kids program to help! I am currently working as a Paramedic on the Standing Rock reservation. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors with the boys, hiking, fishing, kayaking, swimming and anything else that gets us some fresh air. If you are looking for a great place to get healthier and meet some awesome people, come see what this community has to offer.
- CrossFit Level 2 Certified
- CF Kids
- CF Gymnastics
- CF Dumbbells
- CF Scaling
- CF Lesson Planning
- CF Judge
Kristy Lee
Coach
Brian Nieuwenhuis
Brian Nieuwenhuis, Coach
I grew up in Garrison ND and graduated from Garrison HS in 1983. I attended NDSU and graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering in 1990. I spent about 4 years working for Braun Intertec as a Project Engineer in Minneapolis. I moved back to Garrison in August 1993 to take over my dad’s insurance agency after he died suddenly. I have run my own agency now for almost 30 years.
My wife Pam & I have 4 daughters, 1 granddaughter, 2 golden retrievers and very soon a Maine Coon Cat.
I took and received my CF-L1 in October 2021. I have been involved with CrossFit now since 2017 and been part of Big Muddy since 2018.
Brian Nieuwenhuis
Coach
Kaydee Baker
Kaydee Baker, Coach
Hey there! I joined Big Muddy in 2020 and have never looked back. This community has changed my life for the better and I can’t wait to hopefully do the same for others. I was born and raised here in Bismarck and now live in Mandan with my son Walker and my fiancé Devan. During the day, I am a social worker for people with disabilities and love what I do there. When I am not at work or at the box, you can find me reading a book, building anything and everything with Walker, or watching some terrible reality TV. I hope to see you all soon!
- CrossFit Level 1 Certified
Martin Hernandez
Martin Hernandez, Coach
I walked into my first CrossFit box in 2017 and immediately knew this was the community in which I wanted to be a part of. A few years, a few boxes, and a few influential coaches later I knew that this was the community that I not only wanted to continue to be a part of, but that I wanted to serve. I received my CFL1 in early 2020 and have been coaching in various capacities since.
My athletic background consists of a myriad of sports such as basketball, rugby, triathlon, golf and a brief foray into body-building. Though all these activities are enjoyable, none of them can compare to the physiological and psychological benefits I get from CrossFit.
Outside of the box I enjoy spending time with my wife, Nicole, running, reading, and doing the daily NYT Cross word.
Degrees/certs:
– B.A. Psychology – United States Military Academy
– MBA Strategic Leadership – University of Tennessee Knoxville
– CF-L2
– CF- Running
Martin Hernandez
Coach
Jewelie McGrane
Jewelie McGrane, Coach
Hey there! I grew up in Reno, NV and moved to Montana for 12 years before my husband’s job brought us to Mandan in November of 2023. I am the Credentialing Specialist for the Critical Access Hospital in Glendive, MT and work remote 98% of the time. We have a daughter, a son, and a dog who keeps me on my toes and are my driving force to be and do better.
I feel like I have had to learn what is healthy as an adult. I didn’t play sports and was really clumsy growing up. CrossFit has changed that, I am less clumsy and can play sports if I want to. I am healthy. CrossFit has given me the confidence to run 5k races, compete in Triathlons, complete several Spartan races, compete in CrossFit competitions, and travel the world.
We joined Big Muddy CrossFit right after moving to Mandan and have loved the welcoming and encouraging community. I am a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer and am excited to continue my growth as a coach and be a leader in helping others get healthy, stay healthy, and push the exciting boundaries of their fitness.
- CrossFit Level 1 Certified
Jewelie McGrane
Coach
Sensei Steve Roehrich
Steve Roehrich began his Martial Arts journey while serving in the US Marine Corps where he began studying Aikido in 1994. Upon his leaving the Marine Corps in 1996, Steve was unable to find a local Aikido Dojo at that time. Fortunately, Steve was able to find Sensei Pat Richards (3rd Degree Black Belt in Hakkoryu Karate-Jitsu) and one of the first students of Sensei Tim Cruff, who was instructed by Sensei Saji himself. Steve was later instructed by Sensei Lee Frolich (3rd Degree Black Belt). Recently, Steve became only the second person outside of Japan to obtain the rank of Yondan (4th Degree Black Belt) under the direct training of Sensei Cruff (the only 5th Degree Black Belt), in a very traditional max 5 Degree Black Belt Martial Arts style. Hakkoryu Karate-Jitsu is a hard style Karate which includes an emphasis of philosophies from Traditional Japanese Jujitsu, Judo, and Aikido.
Steve Roehrich
Sensei
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