Lee and his wife, Jessica, have been married since 2008. They have three children and attend Wholly Ground Church in Walker where they enjoy working in the children’s and music ministry. Lee is a Level 3 Crossfit Trainer and also holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Southern Mississippi. He has been a professional firefighter since 2007.

After having a ruptured disc repaired in 2001, his surgeon recommended trying Crossfit as a rehabilitation method and has been hooked ever since. Lee enjoys programming the workouts for our athletes and seeing the mental and physical breakthroughs that most clients didn’t realize they were capable of.

Jessica is the wife of Head Programmer, Lee, and they have been married since 2008. She has her Master’s in Elementary Education from LSU and taught for four years before transitioning to be a stay-at-home mom for their now three children. She enjoys studying the Bible, going to church, and taking care of her family. Jessica started CrossFit in 2012 and got her Level 1 Certification and started coaching in 2014. Jessica also has her CrossFit Kids Certification and enjoys coaching both adults and children. CrossFit most appeals to Jessica because of the improved quality of life it provides for clients and the family-like environment.

Known in the box as Phae or Michelle, she loves lifting heavy barbells and loathes running with every fiber in her being. She has a Bachelor’s Degree of Science and Technology concentrating in Industrial Technology. She enjoys being outdoors, reading, spending time with her family, and always striving to be a better version of herself. Phae started CrossFit in June of 2013 and got her Level 1 Certification to start coaching in May of 2019. She has competed in various CrossFit events the past several years and is constantly looking for techniques or activities to improve her overall physical and mental health. CrossFit Upshot’s members help to hold her accountable each and everyday both as a coach and an athlete. Michelle was blessed with a son in 2021 and a daughter in 2024. She’s well versed in working out while pregnant and how hard the postpartum journey can be. She says that having children deepened her knowledge and awareness of her body and how to stay as fit/healthy as possible with the time that you set aside each day.

Laci is a loving mother to a beautiful daughter, Tai Blair, and truly enjoys working out as often as she can. Her goal is to help others achieve their fitness goals regardless of how difficult the journey may be. She started her CrossFit journey in 2014 and got her Level 1 Certificate to start coaching in 2016. Since then, Laci has competed in many competitions and accomplished many fitness goals she has set for herself. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her daughter, hanging out with friends, and sunbathing on the beach as often as work will allow her.

Tammy has been married to her husband, Douglas, since 1986. They have 2 children and 5 precious grandchildren, whom she enjoys spending lots of time with. After several years of teaching school, she has a career change. She now owns and operates Sweet Designs by Tammy where she specializes in baking and designing wedding cakes. During her free time, she enjoys playing with her grandbabies, spending time with family and friends, and being outdoors.

She began her fitness journey as a teen primarily running. She eventually set a goal to complete a full marathon by her 40th birthday, which she did in 2005. Since then, she has completed multiple half marathons along with other shorter distanced races. In 2014, she finally realized how important it was to add strength training to her fitness regimen, which is when she discovered CrossFit. She quickly saw and felt the positive results and knew this was something that she would commit to long term. She acquired her Level 1 certification in 2019 to help her understand the techniques for the different movements and to help and encourage other members at the gym. Not only does she enjoy the physical health benefits of CrossFit, but the mental health benefits have been just as important to her. Her goal is to always remain active and to encourage/help others to do the same.

I started CrossFit when I was 14 years old. Before exercising, my fitness background was mainly composed of participation in sports like baseball and basketball. I had only planned on doing CrossFit for one summer, but as school rolled around, I realized that I was hooked, and I have been doing it ever since.

Throughout high school, I ran for the Denham Springs Cross Country team in the fall and trained at CrossFit Upshot through the summer. What I love about both of these sports is that there is a clearly defined goal that can only be achieved with great physical and mental fortitude and willpower. I am not motivated to do CrossFit primarily for the physical returns, but rather to experience the feelings of joy, excitement, and pride at completing a difficult task that I applied my entire self to.

Outside of the gym, I enjoy spending time with my girlfriend and family, playing pickup basketball with my buddies, working at Sunshine Pools, studying and reading, and watching thriller movies. I graduated from Denham Springs High School in 2023, and am attending Louisiana State University , where I plan to study Political Science and pursue a Juris Doctor degree. Some of my career aspirations include becoming a Policy Analyst, Litigation Attorney, or Injury Attorney.

For now, I am eager to use my CrossFit Level 1 Trainer’s license to enhance the pursuit of fitness of myself and all of our hardworking members at CrossFit Upshot

BreeAnn has been doing CrossFIt since September 11, 2019. She has a Bachelor's degree from SELU with a focus in Kinesiology. "Coach Bree" has her Level 1 Crossfit Certification and is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Women's Fitness Specialist, NASM Fitness Nutrition Specialist, & is NEMSA EMT Certified. A former softball player, athletics and physical fitness have always been a passion for Bree, which led to her career in the Fitness industry. She strives to learn as much as she can in order to help others obtain their personal wellness goals by continuing her education through reputable health & fitness leaders.

Bree has also launched her weekly meal prep business called “Coach Bree’s Meal Prep.” If interested, you can find her on facebook and order through there.

Faith and a relationship with Christ is monumental to BreeAnn. In her free time, she loves spending quality time cruising in her Jeep with her husband of nine years, Josias, and cuddling her dogs, Chloe & Buckshot. Bree has a soft spot for kids, especially her niece Elliette, who calls her "Sis". Coach Bree's ultimate goal is to inspire all the people she comes in contact with to lead a healthier, fitter, and happier lifestyle.

I began my CrossFit journey around a year and a half ago. Before CrossFit I played travel basketball and volleyball in high school. After my last basketball game my coach encouraged me to continue in a healthy lifestyle and told me to find a CrossFit gym. Hearing the word CrossFit intimidated me greatly because I thought it was only for big Olympic style athletes. With lots of courage I signed up for two free classes the next week. My first class at 5am had me absolutely hooked. It was very new and exciting way of fitness I had never done before. I realized that CrossFit is for anyone who wants to work hard and grow in an active lifestyle. After my two classes I immediately signed up to be a full time member. Little did I know that CrossFit and the people there would become my new love and family.

When I am not in the gym I am working at Walk-Ons as a waitress, store manager at Kirkland’s or possibly attending class at LSU for secondary education in English. I love spending time with my boyfriend and cooking!

CrossFit has changed my life completely for the best! I have learned so much about my body and health. I’m so excited to be able to share with others what CrossFit has done for me!

Michael Melito was born and raised in Destrehan, La. He was very active in sports growing up and began weight lifting at 15. From an early age he has had an interest in fitness and health. He understood the importance of weight training and healthy lifestyle in order to succeed. He went to LSU where he earned his BA in Agricultural Business and was also an LSU cheerleader for three years. After college he continued to weight train and pursued MMA. Michael found CrossFit in 2012 and saw a bigger change in 3 months than he had ever experienced with traditional weight lifting. He was immediately drawn to the community feel that CrossFit exudes. He also discovered the Paleo lifestyle and has been driven to share this way of life with others. He believes that with a strong body and healthy lifestyle, anyone’s goals can be achieved. He is a proud father of daughter, Gia. He is also a sales rep for Smith and Nephew Orthopedics. Michael has a passion for small business and opening a CrossFit affiliate made perfect sense to combine his two passions. He is thrilled for the opportunity to share his knowledge with his community and intends to offer a family oriented fitness lifestyle experience.