OUR TEAM
Andrew Fernandes
Owner & Head Coach
Certifications
Level 2
Gymnastics
Kettlebell
Coaches-Prep
Strongman
CF KIDS
Andrew's hometown is Ludlow and he is proud to bring the CrossFit program to the people of this community. Growing up and being active in team sports like baseball, Andrew knows the importance of staying healthy and fit. He is an avid golfer and has entered Long Drive competitions with successful shots of over 390 yards! Andrew is consistently striving to better himself through education and commitment to the CrossFit program.
"I was spinning my tires for years running on a treadmill for 20-30 minutes, lifting weights like millions of others and just not getting the results I wanted. A couple years ago I discovered CrossFit and it drastically changed my life! I am in better shape in just two years of CrossFit, than 15 years using traditional methods. My goal now is to help others discover as I did, how life-changing the CrossFit program is!"
Michael Ryan is a Level 1 Crossfit Coach who's been coaching for over a year at Echo. Previously he trained and worked out at Crossfit Echo for 3 years prior to becoming level 1 certified. He believes Crossfit training not only has an impact on physical health but also mental and emotional health. He has been a part of the Crossfit Echo family for a while now and has seen the positive effect it has on athlete's overall well-being throughout the years. Mike is also a lifelong athlete who played volleyball at the collegiate level, but also dabbles in golf, basketball, tennis, ultimate frisbee, and baseball in his free time. Mike is a very active and competitive athlete who hopes to transfer his interest in helping others improve their health and abilities through positive coaching and motivation. Mike, who is also a registered nurse, has been practicing nursing for over 8 years. He currently works at a local doctor's office. Mike is CPR certified and trained in first aid.
Mike Ryan
Coach
Certifications
Level 1
Dan Askew
Coach
Certifications
Level 1
Weightlifting
Spot the flaw course
Judges Course
First Aid and CPR
Dan found CrossFit in June of 2015. After being in the Marine Corps for 7 years, he tried many different workout programs and videos to follow along with in order to stay fit. They were good at the time but, always lacked something that would allow him to stick with them. CrossFit just made sense and kept him interested in fitness. Working out with others and making new friends in the community is a huge bonus.
Sports and fitness have always been a part of James’ life. While baseball was his only competitive sport growing up, he could always be found playing any number of sports with friends. Once in college, James began lifting weights and continued with bodybuilding-style workouts into his mid-20’s. James found CrossFit in 2013 and was instantly drawn to the varied nature of the program, as well as the community-focused atmosphere. He employed CrossFit methodology on his own, before becoming a member at CrossFit Echo in February of 2016. In September of 2019 he earned his CF-L1 Certificate, with a goal of helping members of the CrossFit Echo community reach their fitness goals. James is currently the engineering department manager at a local manufacturing facility. Aside from CrossFit, he spends his time with his wife and two children, and continues to play competitive baseball in the Western Mass. Wood Bat League.
James Goulet
Coach
Certifications
Level 1