Trainers Page

Jacob Nester
Jacob Nester
Jacob Nester is an owner, trainer and CrossFitter at CrossFit Durango. His certifications include CrossFit Level 1, CrossFit Kids, CrossFit Gymnastics, CrossFit Endurance, CrossFit / Concept 2 Row, CrossFit / Hybrid Athletics Strongman, Dragondoor Hardstyle Kettlebell, and USA Weightlifting. His educational background is Engineering-Physics and experience includes over a decade of training and gym management.
Jen Sokol
Jen Sokol
Jen Sokol's athletic career can be traced back to her early years when she was actively involved in everything from soccer to dance. In high school, she was the first female wrestler at Rutherford High in Panama City Florida and placed first at the Florida Women's State Wrestling Championships in 2003. In addition to wrestling, she was a competitive weightlifter and was undefeated on the women's weightlifting team earning the county championship two years in a row. Jen found CrossFit in December of 2006, when she was trying to find a rigorous fitness program to help her pursue her firefighting career. She became actively involved with CrossFit and her current certifications include: CrossFit Level 1, CrossFit Kids, CrossFit Concept 2 Rowing, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, and Fire Service Fitness Specialist. Jen is also a CrossFit competitor; in 2011 she qualified for CrossFit Regionals and placed 21st in the Southwest Region. Jen is a co-owner of CrossFit Durango, is still firefighting for Durango Fire & Rescue and is on the fire department's fitness committee. In her spare time, she teaches Iyengar inspired yoga for athletes.
Benson Fletcher
Benson Fletcher is a Co-Owner and Trainer at CrossFit Durango. He has been a part of the community since the doors opened in October, 2008. His certifications include CrossFit Level 1, CrossFit Endurance, CrossFit / Concept 2 Row, CrossFit Mobility, CrossFit Gymnastics, CrossFit Kettlebell, CrossFit Olympic Weightlifting taught by Mike Bergner and Pose Running taught by Dr. Ramanov. He brings a strong commitment towards CrossFit and clients to our affiliate.
Paige Kramer
Paige Kramer
Paige has been working in the fitness industry for six years. She graduated with honors from the National Personal Training Institute in 2009. Her certifications include CrossFit Level 1, NSCA Certified Personal Trainer, and Functional Movement Screen Levels 1 and 2. Paige also works at Quantified Performance physical therapy where she is constantly expanding her knowledge on the musculoskeletal system and movement.
Marty Johnson
Marty is a Crossfit Trainer who brings a technical and well-researched method of coaching to his classes. His certifications include Crossfit Level 1 and Hybrid Athletics Strongman. Even though he participated in organized sports through the collegiate level and coached various sports for almost ten years, he counts himself among the myriads of athletes for whom Crossfit has been a life-enhancing experience. Marty was also a proud service member of the US Navy from June 2001 through February 2005.
Cindy Erickson
Cindy Erickson is a trainer and crossfitter at Crossfit Durango. She has a Crossfit level I certification, Masters in exercise physiology, and is a K-12 certified physical education teacher. Cindy has 30 years experience working with adults in fitness settings. She has 10 years experience working with 5-18 year olds. Cindy enjoys Mountain biking, running, skiing, and kayaking.