Raffaele D'urso

About Coach

Coach Raffaele (or Raff if that’s easier) has been training CrossFit since 2013 and currently holds his Level 1 certification, with Level 2 planned for mid-October. Born in Switzerland to Italian parents, he moved to the States in October 2021 and met his wife at a CrossFit gym in LA. He discovered CrossFit through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, using it to prepare for competitions until two shoulder injuries led him to fully transition to CrossFit.

While he has a soft spot for the Olympic lifts, he understands and enjoys every aspect of Crossfit, from gymnastics to the endurance and cardio elements. He enjoys breaking down complicated movements into simple, followable steps so athletes can progress with confidence. Though naturally more introverted, he is completely comfortable coaching and speaking to groups about CrossFit.

Outside the gym, Raff is a dad to a young boy (with another on the way), a pizza and coffee lover, a supplements geek, and someone who likes watching morning sunlight and being in the sauna. He also enjoys fixing things around the house.

Crossfit Qualifications and Achievements

CrossFit Level 1, CrossFit Level 2

Background

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, soccer, and CrossFit