Frank Nguyen

Frank brings over 13 years of coaching, leadership, and education experience to the Westwood team. With a passion for building strong athletes, strong communities, and strong mindsets, he is committed to helping every individual reach their full potential—both inside and outside the gym.

Coaching Career & Accomplishments

Frank’s coaching journey spans from running large affiliates to shaping elite-level education for coaches:

  • Began CrossFit in 2012; became Head Coach at CrossFit EaDo in 2013

  • Founded CrossFit Derive in 2015 and successfully led it until selling in 2022

  • Served as Coach and Education Team Member at Training Think Tank (TTT) from 2022-2025

  • Contributed to the development of TTT’s Youth Sports Development and Golf Performance programs

  • Assisted in building continuing TTT education courses, including:

    • Coaching Movement

    • Coaching Strength

    • Coaching Conditioning

  • Designed and supported specialty programs in Hyrox, Gymnastics, and Weightlifting

  • Coached athletes and teams at some of the sport’s biggest stages:

    • CrossFit Regionals, Semifinals, Wodapalooza, World Fitness Project, Crash Crucible, Dubai Championships

    • American Open Series, Nationals, and Finals for weightlifting

Frank’s formal background is in Mathematics and Education, but he also holds an impressive list of certifications:

  • CrossFit Level 1 & Level 2

  • CrossFit Weightlifting Level 1 & 2

  • USAW Level 1

  • CrossFit Kids

  • CrossFit Mobility

  • CrossFit Aerobic Capacity

Fun Facts About Frank

  • If he’s missing, check the nearest dog—he’s probably carrying it like a baby.

  • Has dabbled in nearly every sport: CrossFit, football, pickleball, Hyrox, and even competed in the 200m and 400m dash at a Masters track meet.

  • Holds a degree in Mathematics and Education—which is how he discovered CrossFit in the first place.

  • Shares a birthday (and birth year) with Taylor Swift—and even saw her live back in 2011.