KaiwhakaakoHenry Heke
With an initial introduction to CrossFit through a friend and now it has changed my life. I have represented New Zealand in international & National honors for Rugby League and CrossFit has shown me a better way to become fitter, faster & stronger. As a result, I am now own my own CrossFit affiliate, CrossFit 879 Flaxmere, we are so proud to be able to work with whanau from across the Bay. I train with my wife and my children it brings us all closer together in something we can all enjoy.
KaiwhakaakoAiden Tewake
Co-owner of CrossFit879, a dedicated CrossFit Gym located in Hastings. Our ethos is to create a positive training environment with no judgement – where everyone is family.
I have spent over 7 years in the fitness industry helping my clients reach their Health and Fittness goals, recently graduating with a business degree, currently working within the finance service industry.
Titro whakmuri, kōkiri whakamua.
“Look back and reflect so that you can move forward”
KaiwhakaakoJohn Ropoama
John Ropama joined CrossFit 879 Flaxmere back in 2014 as a member after competing in a local CrossFit competition called Judgement Day. For the last 5 years John has been coaching as a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer and provides specialist advice and support when it comes to Core work, and Athlete preparation for Competition. John also assist with the coaching & mentoring of the CrossFit 879 Teens Athlete programme and accompanied Head Coach Henry Heke to Houston, Texas where their athletes all attained medals