Our Member Journeys

Just One More Rep.

At CrossFit Raven we won’t ask you for another rep because we love to see you suffer, we ask because we know you’ve got one more left in you. That extra rep, helps you to be a little bit better, a little bit faster, that little bit stronger. NO ONE improves 20% overnight, you improve by 1% each time.

Read our member journeys and see how we’ve helped to improve their lives which we’re honoured to have been apart of.

Georgia’s Journey

Name: Georgia Holroyd

Age: 30

Why did you start CrossFit? to get stronger and build up my fitness after having my third baby in November 2022

Why have you stayed at CrossFit Raven? because the coaches and the CrossFit Raven community in Geelong are incredible. It’s such good vibes coming to the gym, even though we are all dying together. Being able to bring my kids and have them watch me train is awesome too.

Favourite movement: Cleans

Least favourite movement: Anything overhead

Goals you’re working towards: I am doing my first Crossfit competition later in the year so just working on getting stronger for that. Also working towards getting more comfortable with gymnastic movements

Alberto’s Journey

Name: Alberto Vivekananda de Freitas

Age: 44

Why did you start CrossFit? What prompted me to embark on my CrossFit journey was a decision I made back in 2016 when I was in Fitzroy, Melbourne. My primary objectives were to embark on a path of shedding excess weight and building muscle mass. Over the years, my commitment to CrossFit has seen its ebbs and flows, intermingled with endeavours like boxing, running and general gym classes.

Why have you stayed at CrossFit Raven? The sense of community that it offers is what has truly anchored me in the CrossFit realm. This sense of belonging spurred me onward, even when I relocated to Geelong. Upon moving, I seamlessly transitioned into CrossFit Raven family. Since 2020, my involvement with CrossFit Raven has become an awe-inspiring expedition. Despite grappling with a daunting wrist injury at work, I refused to be deterred. This unwavering resolve propelled me to conquer challenges such as mastering butterfly pull-ups, standing as a testament to my resolute determination.

Favourite movement: Butterfly pull-ups

Least favourite movement: Burpees, obvs! :-p

Goals you’re working towards: Currently, I have my sights set on achieving proficiency in bar muscle-ups, handstand push-ups and double-unders. Concurrently, I’m dedicated to sustaining the remarkable trajectory of progress and well-being that I’ve established on this incredible journey.