BBCF COACHES
Jennifer Stephens (CF/L2, CF Kids Trainer, Adaptive and Inclusive Trainer, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach, Precision Nutrition L1 Coach)
Jen is a co-founder and co-owner of Bourbon Barrel CrossFit. Her athletic background is in the area of endurance sports primarily as a competitive distance runner. Jen is the head coach of CrossFit Kids at Bourbon Barrel, specializing in engaging our youngest members and pushing our teen members to new levels of athletic performance. Jen has completed her Level 2, CrossFit Kids Certification, and her Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach certification. She has also completed the training to become an Adaptive and Inclusive Trainer (AIT) which further supports her drive to provide a training environment that is inclusive of all individuals wishing to become a healthier version of themselves. Her passion lies in helping individuals grow, become healthier versions of themselves, and engage in long term sustainable activities to achieve this. Jen is also a Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach; with a focus on sustainable nutrition with a focus on individual needs, intentionality, and moderation. Jen uses her other professional knowledge to help people make sustainable changes. Outside of the box Jen works with individuals as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Behavior Analyst providing both counseling and applied behavior analysis services.
Kyle Stephens (USAW/L1)
Kyle is a founder and owner of Bourbon Barrel CrossFit. Kyle has played a variety of competitive sports including: football, wrestling, ice hockey, shot-put/discus, and completed at the collegiate level in Rugby and Olympic Weightlifting. Kyle is the weightlifting coach at Bourbon Barrel and focuses heavily on technique improvement in the C&J and Snatch. Outside of the box Kyle works with adults with special needs as a Behavior Analyst and volunteers as a coach for Special Olympics of Kentucky.
Barrett Brewer (CF/L1)
Christy Coleman (CF/L1)
Christy is another of the original coaches at Bourbon Barrel CrossFit, joining the gym prior to its becoming a CrossFit affiliate. Before taking her L1 Christy had worked as a trainer in several other fitness modalities. Christy currently coaches the 5:30am classes, typically the largest class at Bourbon Barrel. Outside of the gym Christy works as a Certified Physicians Assistant.
Tavis Elzy
Tavis has been a member of Bourbon Barrel CrossFit since 2016. He is a Shelby County Police Officer and trainer at Bourbon Barrel Crossfit. Tavis brings a level of energy to class which keeps the adults motivated, engaged, and getting stronger while learning how to move properpy. Tavis continues to grow in his knowledge and provide members with valuable feedback.
Wendy Edwards
Wendy Edwards has been a member of Bourbon Barrel CrossFit since 2014 and a Kindergarten Aid at Clear Creek Elementary school and working in the school system for 24 years; giving her years of experience working with children. She brings a level of consistency, support, and encouragement to the kids. Often you can find Wendy doing the movements along with the kids, keeping them engaged, and encouraging them. She has been an assistant in our kid program since 2016. The kids look forward to her being there and we are thankful to have her.
Andrea Perkins
Andrea Perkins leads our Yoga classes on Saturdays at 10:45am.