Professional Coaches
MEET OUR STAFF

Co-Owner/Team Lead
Daniel Rios
Daniel has always been an athlete and accomplished his goal of attending college on an athletic scholarship for football. Daniel found CrossFit to fill the competitive and athletic part of his life that was missing after he graduated with his degree in Exercise Science. Today, he loves lifting heavy and specializes in Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, and strongman training.
He’s passionate about helping people improve their lives,
knowing that the small amount of time they dedicate to their health and fitness with Imperial Beach CrossFit has enormous impact.
In Daniel’s words: “As an athlete I couldn’t stay away from the gym. I knew this is where I belonged, it wasn’t the workouts or my personal achievements that kept me coming back. It was the amazing people I had the opportunity of working with.”
CERTIFICATIONS:
- CrossFit Level 1
- CrossFit Mobility
- USAW Level 1
- B.S. Kinesiology/Exercise Science

Coach
Lupe Arenas
Lupe has a passion for helping others. She has a background in social work but found herself burned out in an emotionally difficult field. When she tried CrossFit, she was inspired a motivated community of people who wanted to help themselves. When she started coaching, Lupe knew the CrossFit gym was the right fit for her and her passion for service to others.
In Lupe’s words: “I’m passionate about helping others help themselves by way of physical, mental, and overall wellness.”
CERTIFICATIONS:
- CrossFit Level 1

Coach
Allie Tofflemire
Allie is a coach who enjoys teaching the fundamentals. When people train their bodies to move properly and functionally, they live healthier, happier lives. Allie found her true passion when she attended her Level 1 course and came out determined to provide the best health and fitness services as a coach.
In Allies’ words: What I love most about coaching our members is “…The looks on their faces when they prove themselves wrong by doing something they never thought they could.”
CERTIFICATIONS:
- CrossFit Level 1
- CrossFit Weightlifting