Justin attended Buena Vista University and earned a degree in Exercise Science.

After graduation, Justin was the assistant performance coach for various conference championship teams at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. While growing up, Justin’s mother introduced him to weightlifting and helped foster his work ethic. Justin’s drive to help others comes from his own drive to constantly better himself; he has been a multiple qualifier for the CrossFit Regional Games. Justin likes Whole Foods, Mo’s Bacon Chocolate bars, and pizza (every once in awhile). Justin married Megan in August 2017.

Megan attended the College of St. Benedict in Minnesota where she majored in Elementary Education. She is currently a 6th grade teacher in the Millard School District. While in college, she was a distance swimmer and competed for St. Benedict. To stay fit after graduation, Megan tried CrossFit and has seen tremendous strength and power gains. She enjoys working with youth and encouraging them to become better at whatever it is they want to do. Megan likes trying new recipes, country music, and frozen yogurt. Megan and Head Coach Justin were married in August of 2017.

Jordan has over 7 years of coaching and training experience.  He has been a member of Crossfit Hydro for over 4 years and has chosen to sharing some of his coaching and training skills with his fellow members.  As a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Jordan is a stickler for good movement along with the rest of the Crossfit Hydro staff.  Many times you can find his wife Steph and his training assistant his daughter Tegan with him at Hydro as well.

Jen attended the University of North Florida where she played soccer. Jen then served in the army until her first child was born. Currently, Jen is raising six children, ages 2 to 16 years, with her husband, Darren, who also enjoys CrossFit. She is passionate about helping others see their potential by trying things they never imagined doing. Jen likes quilting, coaching youth soccer, watching lifting/CrossFit videos on YouTube, and buying ice cream from an ice cream truck.

James is 4th grade teacher in the Millard School District and a specialist in the Nebraska Army National Guard. He began CrossFitting to stay in shape and enjoys the challenge and intensity of the workouts. James is dedicated to helping kids do their best in the midst of struggles and adversity by being a positive role model. James likes crossword puzzles, beef brisket, and coffee with honey.

Eldon is a Sergeant with the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Department.  He is a founding member of Crossfit Hydro and completed the Crossfit Hydro coaching internship program in 2017.   Prior to Crossfit Hydro/VanBeek Fitness he followed Crossfit.com main site programing with a number of other law enforcement professionals. He has been Crossfitting for over 9 years.  Eldon is also an instructor at the Law Enforcement Academy including physical fitness.  As a law enforcement officer and Certified Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator, he understands the value of Crossfit preparing First Responders for the unknown and unknowable.  Eldon is married and has 4 children from Elementary School to Young Adult.

Jackie’s interest in Crossfit started in in the summer of 2012, when she saw Annie Thorisdottir on TV at the Crossfit Games and thought that they were amazing women doing amazing things.  “Now I’m doing thing I never thought I would be doing.  It has helped me learn to control my asthma and shows people that have chronic disease that anything is possible.”  Jackie recently graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a Master of Science in exercise science with a concentration in Biomechanics.  She ultimately intends to pursue Physical Therapy School.   Jackie played Basketball and Soccer in high school.  She has a twin sister and is originally from a small town in western Iowa.

Kevin separated from the Navy in 2014 and has been attending UNO for Cybersecurity ever since. Currently, he is working as an IT Security Analyst for the county. Kevin was introduced to Crossfit in 2010 while stationed in Guam. Crossfit has helped him understand how to focus on what is important and strive to reach his goals.  As a former competitive swimmer Kevin is a leader of our Hydro Swimming Program during the summer at Westgate Pool.  He is married to Becky, who works out at Crossfit Hydro when she is not training as part of the Navy Reserves. Kevin enjoys video games, filling the gym with chalk and sweating everywhere. Kevin is originally from Michigan.

Ashley graduated from University of Nebraska at Omaha with a degree in Physical Education  specializing in Exercise Science.  She completed a college internship with us in the fall of 2015 and has continued coaching on-ramp, regular classes and assisting with Crossfit Kids.   Ashley also works as a Physical Therapy Technician at Community Rehab Physical Therapy, Head Lifeguard/Swim Instructor at the Bellevue Lied Activity Center and as a Swim Coach for Bellevue Swim Club. Ashley swam and played volleyball in high school.  She says: “Physical fitness and health has always been apart of my life, I love the energy, the social aspect, and feeling of accomplishment it gives you. I got into this field of study because I want to make a change, motivate, and help others like previous people have done for me and educate people on the importance of a healthy lifestyle.”  Ashley is studying for her CSCS certification and completing requirements to apply for Physical Therapy Assistant school.

Colin attended the University of Nebraska receiving a Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science and Nutrition and went on to receive his Nursing Degree at UNMC and recently completed his Nurse Practitioner Degree.   He is a full time Nurse with Nebraska Medicine.  Colin has over 6 years of experience as a trainer and coach at 3 different gyms in Omaha.  He joined Crossfit Hydro as a member in June of 2012.  Colin played youth sports including high school football and track.  He’s taken that competitive spirit to competing in local Crossfit and Strongman competitions.  You can be sure to find Colin tailgating and having fun in Lincoln during any Husker home football game.  

Lisa has been a member of CrossFit Hydro since August 2013 and within a month of joining, she saw physical changes that she never achieved during her 30 years of running. As with anything new, she wondered if the initial excitement would eventually wear off. It hasn’t! Lisa continues to attend class most days of the week. She continues to be a runner at heart, but CrossFit Hydro has been so beneficial that it is now engraved in her lifestyle and she hopes it becomes part of your lifestyle, as well. Lisa is a volunteer Track Coach with the Cornhusker Flyers USATF Club.  Lisa helps coordinate the events that we do to raise funds for charity, specifically Rhonda’s Team and Barbells for Boobs.