Coach Ryleigh competed as a Division I rower at the University of Southern California from 2018 to 2022. She grew up training and competing alongside her two older brothers, who now play  professional baseball in the MLB. In 2019, she became the first female freshman athlete to receive the prestigious Strength of Troy award. Before discovering rowing her senior year of high school, Ryleigh competed at a high level across multiple sports, fueling her lifelong passion for athletic performance and competition.

After graduating in 2022, Ryleigh joined the WGF team full-time as both a coach and office
manager, and in 2024, she became a co-owner of the gym. Her mission is to help every client uncover their inner athlete and watch the confidence they build in the gym carry into all areas of
their life.

When she’s not training and the sun is shining, you can find Ryleigh at the beach on the
weekends with her husband, Luke. Most of her free time is spent loving on their dog, Finn (the beloved WGF gym dog), and their baby girl, Hadleigh.

Education & Credentials:

• B.A. Human Biology (Sports Performance)
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• NASM Certified Nutrition Coach

Coach Will is a veteran CrossFitter with over 14 years of experience and certification as a
CrossFit Coach. He began his fitness journey competing in Olympic-style weightlifting before expanding his passion into functional fitness. With more than a decade of experience coaching classes, small groups, and personal training clients, Will is dedicated to meeting each athlete where they are in their fitness journey.

Will specializes in Olympic and powerlifting, combining his expertise in strength and conditioning to help clients move better, lift smarter, and grow stronger. His ultimate goal is for every athlete to leave each session feeling more confident and capable than when they walked in.

Outside the gym, Will’s greatest joy comes from spending time with his wife, Danielle, and their kids—his most prized possessions.

Coach Ulisses is a proud Marine Veteran who discovered his passion for fitness and helping others through training. He’s dedicated to serving driven, goal-oriented individuals by helping them build sustainable habits through foundational nutrition, meaningful connection, and a focus on overall wellness.

Ulisses holds a Fitness Specialist Certification from Orange Coast College. His mission is
simple: to help every client become the best version of themselves through consistent,
purposeful training.

He believes that in any training environment—and in life—you’ll face obstacles, moments of
self-doubt, and both physical and mental fatigue. Through fitness, Ulisses teaches that we can strengthen not only our bodies but also our resilience, confidence, and mindset. His goal is to help others develop a “yes, I can” attitude that carries far beyond the gym.

Coach Erin is a mom, triathlete, and OCR racer with over 11 years of experience in fitness
coaching. She’s passionate about helping others push their limits and believes people thrive
when training together. Erin hates working out alone and knows firsthand that community and accountability bring out the best in every athlete.

Originally from the Bay Area, Erin grew up swimming competitively before moving to Long
Beach in 1999 to play Division I water polo at Long Beach State. After college, she found herself caught in the corporate grind and disconnected from fitness—until having her first child in 2006 reignited her passion for an active lifestyle. Determined to set a positive example for her family, Erin signed up for a local race, rediscovered her competitive fire, and hasn’t looked back since.

Erin’s philosophy is rooted in daily progress and positivity. She strives to inspire at least one
person each day to live a healthier, more active life—and encourages them to pay it forward.
Her motto: “Go hard or go home. Your time is valuable—make it count when you show up.”

Education & Credentials:

• B.S. in International Business & Finance
• AFAA Certified Personal Trainer & Group X Instructor
• MADD Dog Certified Spin Instructor

Coach Kathleen is a passionate fitness instructor with over a decade of experience, specializing in Olympic weightlifting.

As a competitive Olympic weightlifter, she competes at both the national and international
levels. Kathleen is also a certified Olympic weightlifting coach who draws on her extensive
athletic background—including her years as a collegiate softball player—to help others reach their full potential. Her coaching style blends technical precision with encouragement, pushing each athlete to move with confidence, strength, and purpose.

Alan De Leon is an experienced coach and personal trainer with over eight years in the fitness industry. A former college soccer player, Alan has built his career around helping others unlock their athletic potential and develop lifelong healthy habits. He began his coaching journey with CrossFit, where he developed a strong foundation in functional movement and strength training.

From there, he expanded his expertise at Orangetheory Fitness, sharpening his skills in group training and heart rate–based conditioning. Currently, Alan has expanded his offerings with both private/personal training in Costa Mesa and Garden Grove.

Beyond the gym, Alan’s greatest joy comes from his family. He loves spending quality time with his newborn daughter Emilia, his wife, and their frenchie Mushu. He also loves spending his weekends going for long runs and hunting for the next great cup of coffee in the OC.

Credentials:
•NASM certified personal trainer
•NASM certified nutrition coach

Coach Marie’s passion for athletics and performance began early and has shaped every stage of her life. A lifelong athlete, she competed in rugby and spent over a decade as a competitive swimmer before transitioning into coaching and tactical fitness training. Her love for movement, strength, and helping others reach their potential continues to guide her both personally and professionally.

Marie proudly serves as a Master Fitness Trainer with the U.S. Army, where she specializes in Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F), a comprehensive approach that develops physical readiness, mental resilience, and overall well-being. She brings that same philosophy into every coaching session, helping athletes and everyday individuals build strength, confidence, and discipline that carry over into every aspect of life.

Marie holds a B.A. in Legal Studies and is nearing completion of her B.S. in Exercise Science. Combining her military experience with evidence-based training methods, she provides a unique and results-driven coaching style rooted in education, passion, and purpose.
When she’s not coaching or training, you’ll find Marie outdoors, lifting, running, or paddleboarding along the coast with her husband and their two Border Collies, Apollo and Ranger. She believes that fitness is not just about physical strength, but about cultivating balance, confidence, and community.

Education & Credentials:
• B.A. Legal Studies
•B.S. Exercise Science (in progress)
•U.S. Army Master Fitness Trainer
•U.S. Army Holistic Health & Fitness (H2F) Specialist
•CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
•USA Weightlifting Coach
•Certified Personal Trainer