Meet the CrossFit Coaches

Passionate Coaches

When you choose CrossFit Dark Horse, these are the coaches that will help you make it happen. Our coaches have incredible resumes that might intimidate you, but don’t be scared! The Dark Horse trainers are full of passion and compassion, so they’ll push you (like they’re supposed to), but they won’t destroy you. The only thing that gets destroyed here are your limitations.

  • Mike Devaney

    Owner & Head Coach

    Owner  Mike Devaney has been CrossFitting for an impressive fifteen years. He’s a lifelong athlete who’s played football, baseball, and hockey before competitive CrossFit started taking over his life in 2009.

    His specialty is connecting with people and getting them to accomplish something in a workout that they didn’t think they could. “I’m passionate about providing people the tools to set the stage for a long, healthy and happy life,” he says. “I love every personality we have within our community. I love learning each personality and what buttons need to be pressed to get each person to reach their goals. Getting someone to do something they never though they could is the greatest reward.”

    Certifications:

    • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
    • CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
    • CrossFit Kids Trainer
    • CrossFit Strongman
    • USAW-1
    • CPR/AED & Basic First Aid
  • Thomas Finklea

    Coach

    Coach Thomas Finklea has been a CrossFitter since 2013 and specializes in General Physical Preparation and Programming for Masters Athletes. His favorite thing about coaching is “being in the moment with my athletes – seeing the athletes navigate the process of success and struggle and being a resource to help them train effectively.”

    As an avid martial artist with over 20 years experience, Thomas’s experiences instructing Black Belt Soo Bahk Do and Tae Kwo Do  have fostered a desire to teach fitness as a lifetime endeavor. “I would rather be training or coaching CrossFit than almost anything else,” he says.

    When Thomas isn’t training, he is busy going to the beach, catching sunsets with his wife, or going to Angels baseball games.

    Certifications:

    • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
  • Fernando Guerrero

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    Certifications:

    • CF-L1 Trainer
  • John Ivy

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    Certifications:

    • CF-L1 Trainer
  • Meredith Petro

    Coach

    The thrill of finding that “aha!” moment for members is what gets her out of bed each morning for the 6a and 7:15a classes.  Seeing someone master a skill or movement that they’ve been working on is like watching a light bulb turn on – absolutely electrifying!

    Her world revolves around running, rowing, and everything that boosts your speed and endurance.  She’s all about turning functional fitness into practical magic, helping you see how these skills can jazz up your sports performance and everyday life.

    Her journey to becoming a CrossFit coach was fueled by a desire to empower others. CrossFit transformed her body and mind, and now she’s here to share that powerful experience. It’s all about building strength, community, and a whole lot of sweat equity!

    A proud Ohio native, she’s called LA home since 2005. When she’s not coaching, she’s weaving magic in the fashion world as a Technical Designer (yes, she can hem your pants!). On weekends, you’ll find her chilling in a tiki bar, savoring a craft cocktail, and soaking up the good vibes.

    Certifications:

    • CrossFit Level 1
  • Luke Jancis

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    Certifications:

    • CrossFit Level 1 Certification

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