Chris Monroe, owner and head coach of CrossFit Sausalito, was born and raised in San Francisco. From an early age, he was passionate about sports, excelling in football, lacrosse, and weight training. However, after high school, he lost his direction, struggling with substance abuse and a lack of purpose.

In 2010, Chris made a life-changing decision to get sober, finding a new passion in health and fitness. A year later, he was introduced to CrossFit and was immediately drawn to the sport. He began coaching at CrossFit Potrero Hill under Alexis Garrod, dedicating himself to refining his skills. At the same time, he worked as a personal trainer at World Gym Potrero Hill, training alongside elite bodybuilders, powerlifters, weightlifters, and strongmen—including Rickey Larocca—under the mentorship of veteran gym owner and former competitive bodybuilder Joe Talmadge Sr. This hands-on experience gave him an in-depth understanding of the individual disciplines that form the foundation of CrossFit—knowledge that goes far beyond standard certifications.

In 2018, Chris took over CrossFit Sausalito, where he has since been committed to helping others unlock their strength, resilience, and full potential.

CF-L1 + ACSM Certifications