About CrossFit New Beginning in Castle Hill, NSW
We Built our Gym
Around You
CrossFit New Beginning was created with our members at the centre of everything we do. Our coaches bring a mix of experience, personality and care, delivering smart programming and clear coaching in a welcoming environment. Whether you’re just starting out or highly experienced, you’ll feel supported, challenged and right at home from day one.
This is Our Team
We’re a passionate team of professional coaches who genuinely care about your progress. Through thoughtful programming, supportive coaching and honest accountability, we meet you where you are and help guide you toward lasting improvements in fitness, health and confidence.
Founder’s Story
We’re Aaron (Flaz), Chantal (Choni) and Kylie (CK), the owners of CrossFit New Beginning. With over 35 years of combined coaching experience, we share a genuine passion for helping people grow stronger, healthier and more confident-inside and outside the gym.
Our journey with CFNB started more than a decade ago as members. Over time, that passion turned into coaching, and eventually into ownership. Now, as CFNB enters its 14th year, we’re proud to lead a close-knit team of dedicated coaches who bring our community to life every day.
We’re hands-on owners, actively coaching, supporting members and managing the gym’s daily operations. CFNB isn’t just where we work-it’s a community we’re proud to be part of and continue to build together.
Our Coaches
Flaz (Aaron Flaherty)
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As a Co-Owner and Head Coach, Flaz is the driving force behind the development of our coaching team and the continual growth of our community. A highly experienced CrossFit Level 3 trainer, he sets the standard for coaching excellence and leads by example on and off the floor. Coach Flaz is also a dedicated nutrition coach, working closely with clients to achieve life-changing results through simple, sustainable strategies. His mission is to help every member become the strongest, healthiest version of themselves while fostering a culture of support, integrity and progress.
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Coach Choni brings a wealth of experience and passion to everything she does. As a Co-Owner of the gym, she is responsible for overseeing the gym’s programming, ensuring it’s balanced, effective and aligned with the needs of our diverse community. Her journey into health and fitness began with a career as an ICU nurse, before shifting into preventative health as a personal trainer. With additional qualifications in strength & conditioning and weightlifting, Choni thrives on helping others move well, train smart, and build lifelong strength. Her coaching style blends technical excellence with genuine care and a touch of competitive fire.
Choni (Chantal Cali)
CK (Kylie Williamson)
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Kylie discovered CrossFit in 2012 and quickly realised how life-changing it could be, especially if she’d found it earlier. With no prior experience in strength and conditioning, she built her knowledge and passion from the ground up. As a Co-owner of the gym, Kylie plays a key role behind the scenes, managing day-to-day operations, supporting the team and helping create a welcoming and professional environment for members. Kylie is also a passionate coach who thrives on helping others grow in confidence and capability, both in and out of the gym. In addition to her coaching on the floor, she specialises in nutrition and hormone health, guiding clients toward lasting results!
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As one of CFNB’s leading masters athletes, Christian continually hones his skills through dedicated training, competition, and a deep study of the CrossFit methodology. Tats brings a calm, composed presence and a strong technical eye to the gym floor. With his Level 2 certification and a dedication to coaching with integrity and precision, Tats is passionate about helping members unlock their potential-whether that’s their first pull-up or their next PR. His attention to movement quality makes him a go-to coach for anyone looking to build a solid foundation and level up their training.
Tats (Christian Tatnall)
El (Elora McLeod)
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Elora’s athletic background includes representative-level soccer and local club rugby 7’s and she’s been coaching group fitness and personal training since 2019. She discovered CrossFit in early 2023 and instantly connected with its intensity, variety, and community. Since earning her CrossFit Level 2, Elora has grown into a confident and passionate coach, both on the floor and behind the scenes. As one of the younger members of the team, she brings a fresh perspective to our social media and marketing, helping us stay relevant, creative, and connected with our community online as well as in the gym.
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With a long career as a health professional in a busy hospital setting, Jho has seen firsthand the impact of lifestyle on long-term health. That experience fuels his passion for maintaining fitness and promoting healthy habits at every age. Since starting CrossFit in 2015, Jho has fallen in love with both the sport and weightlifting. He also has a strong passion for youth development and is an integral part of our teen program, where he brings patience, encouragement, and energy to every session. Known for his warm, supportive presence and trademark post-WOD “crispy” high five, Jho is all about building strong bodies-and an even stronger community.
Jho
Libby
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Libby brings warmth, energy, and a deep care for people into everything she does. As a social worker, she supports clients through some of life’s toughest challenges, and she’s now bringing that same empathy and commitment into the gym. Having recently earned her Level 1 certification, Libby is excited to support members not only in their personal lives but also in their fitness journeys. With a background in powerlifting, she has a strong foundation in strength training and loves helping others feel empowered through movement. Her encouraging presence and positive attitude make her a valued part of the coaching team and the wider CFNB community.
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Loz brings a vibrant energy and a deep care for the community into every class she coaches. With her Level 1 certification, she’s passionate about helping others build confidence and strength through movement. Loz’s approachable style and supportive nature make her a favourite among new and experienced members alike.
Loz
Cowboy
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Cowboy brings grit, heart, and a touch of classic CrossFit toughness to the gym. With a passion for functional fitness and a no-nonsense coaching style, Cowboy is all about helping members push past their limits while still having a laugh. Whether you’re new to the gym or chasing your next big lift, Cowboy’s got your back.
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Liv’s journey began in our teen program, and after graduating into adult classes, she set her sights on becoming a CrossFit coach. Now in her final year of high school and completing her Certificate III in Fitness, Liv brings youthful energy, curiosity, and a genuine love for sport and healthy living to the gym. As a trainee coach, she’s passionate about learning, growing, and sharing her enthusiasm with the next generation of athletes.
Liv
Clean and Well-Maintained
Equipment is the Standard
We take pride in maintaining high-quality equipment across the gym. CFNB continuously upgrades and replaces gear, ensuring everything is clean, well-serviced and in excellent working order. Our members train with confidence knowing they’re using safe, reliable and constantly improved equipment every day.
A Rig That Elevates Every Workout – Our impressive 14-cell AlphaFit rig offers ample room for lifting, gymnastics and rope climbs, ensuring every athlete has the space and structure to train with confidence.
Endless Cardio Options – With 29 machines including Concept2 rowers, bikes and ski ergs, Rogue Echo Bikes and an Assault Fitness AirRunner, members have a wide range of tools to build endurance and power.
Room to Move and Train Freely – More than 400 square metres of open training floor means no overcrowding, no waiting for space and plenty of freedom to train the way you want.
A Facility Designed for
Performance & Community.
CrossFit New Beginning offers coached classes seven days a week, making it easy to train around work, family and life. Members use a dedicated app to book classes and view the week’s schedule in advance, ensuring their place in every session. With ample equipment, two dedicated coaches per class and a dedicated kids area, training runs smoothly and safely. Ample street parking makes access easy, and with a café next door, it’s simple to grab a takeaway coffee or catch up with friends after training. Dedicated men’s and women’s shower facilities with amenities on hand make it easy to freshen up and get set for the day.
That’s Us.
Let’s Learn About You!
We’ve had a blast telling you a bit about ourselves. But this isn’t about us, it’s about you. Your journey, your goals, your results. So let’s get to know each other, set some life-changing but attainable goals, and welcome you to our supportive community.
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