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ABOUT Primordial Fitness

We are Hillsboro’s premier gym for private, semi-private and nutrition coaching. Our coaches are here to provide you with professional and supportive guidance everyday!

THE TEAM

Noah Thomas coach at Primordial Fitness

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NOAH THOMAS

Noah first found CrossFit in 2016 and immediately fell in love with the positive impact it had on his mental, social, and physical wellness.

With a history of clinical depression and anxiety, Noah understands the importance of cultivating healthy habits and surrounding yourself with good people on a daily basis.

Growing up Noah played many sports including Basketball, Rugby, Baseball, Wrestling, Track & Field, and Cross Country. After a bad mental breakdown in his early 20’s, Noah became an online advocate for mental, emotional, and physical health, building a subscriber base on YouTube of over 140,000 people.

His love for CrossFit has led him to compete in over 20 events and he finds tremendous joy in coaching other athletes and helping them cultivate a good relationship with fitness.

Tiffany Rondema coach at Primordial Fitness

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TIFFANY RONDEMA

Hey there, Tiffany Rondema here! Growing up I was active in various sports and dance. Dancing was my passion….. years pass and life happened.

I still remember looking in the full body mirror, three kids plus 100 pounds gained, and just breaking down and crying at what I saw in the mirror.
Fast forward through years of various drastic diets and workout routines, that yielded some results, to 2011.

I came across a CrossFit promotional video and as I watch I felt moved, I felt a familiar deep connection and passion as when I used to dance or watch people dance and I was hooked.

I’m very passionate about helping others. I believe that it’s important that you feel good about yourself so you can, truly, feel good about others. The quote “What is it about you that I don’t like about me” is the essence of this and on my office whiteboard as a daily reminder.

I would love to help you see and experience what your body & mind is capable of with just enough hard work. Health & Fitness for every stage of life. This is my goal to help you achieve a happy and well-balanced lifestyle that will minimize the risk of future health-related issues.

Yes, it takes motivation, determination, and consistency to achieve your goals. It may not always be easy, you will face hurdles, and that’s what makes the value of your achievements even higher. You will earn this, through hard work and dedication, like anything worth obtaining in life. The grass is greener where we water it.

I look forward to working toward your goals together.

Jessie Thomas coach at Primordial Fitness

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JESSIE THOMAS

Jessie found CrossFit 7 years ago and hasn’t looked back. She loves the variety that every class brings, especially days that include a barbell.

Her true love lies in Olympic weightlifting and she enjoys helping others gain confidence and strength in their abilities. Through CrossFit, Jessie has cultivated some of her closest friendships and loves meeting new members who walk through the door.

When Jessie is not at the gym, she loves hanging out with her husband and twin sister. Currently, she is finishing up her BS in Kinesiology at Oregon State University. She also holds a CrossFit L-2, CrossFit Kids, NASM-PT and NASM Nutrition certification.

Chase Brown coach at Primordial Fitness

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CHASE BROWN

Coach Chase was introduced to CrossFit with a fickle desire for health & fitness. Almost a decade later, his passion for the sport evolved into a coaching role with Primordial Fitness.

His desire is now to teach members how to Focus, Execute, Succeed and have fun in their fitness journey.

Rachael Paris coach at Primordial Fitness

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RACHAEL PARIS

Hello, my name is Rachael Paris. I am 40 years old, wife of over 15 years and mother to 2 daughters. I have a Masters Degree in Social Work.

I worked in that world for over 15 years. Now hold a Crossfit Level 2 certificate.
I have always loved fitness. Played sports through high-school and was a collegiate athlete. Got diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, Celiac Disease, at the age of 27.

Was told I could be infertile because of it. I continue to get treatment, have had 2 daughters since diagnosis and ran 2 marathons between those pregnancies.

I started Crossfit after my second daughter was born. I wanted to feel strong. Physically and mentally. To be honest, I wanted to look strong. I wanted muscle. As a woman, I didn’t know how to do that. Crossfit taught me healthy body image and healthy lifestyle.

I ultimately became a certified coach. Choosing it as my now career, has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. I have been able to be at home more with my kids and husband, set a great example for my girls and have a flexible work schedule.

Megan Carscallen coach at Primordial Fitness

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MEGAN CARSCALLEN

I found CrossFit in January 2016 and like most people, wanted to become a stronger and better athlete.

Now as a CrossFit Level 2 Certified Trainer, I get to share my passion of helping others to become better versions of themselves. My desire is to encourage everyone to find new ways to experience joy in movement and mobility during all stages of life.

Dan coach at Primordial Fitness

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Dan

Dan stumbled into CrossFit in 2014 and was hooked immediately. A long time medical professional, Dan recognized the power of a welcoming, supportive fitness community and how it improved people's health.

Through the combination of strength training, aerobic training and focused nutrition he saw a profound effect to improve one’s health Additionally, as a dad to a little girl, Dan appreciated how not only men, but women were celebrated for being strong. With all this crystal clear and the unwavering support of his family, Dan decided to make a shift from clinical medical work and open Primordial Fitness in 2018. Dan has his CrossFit L2, 15+ years as a medical professional and a lifelong purser of all things active. When not coaching Dan enjoys spending time with his family, Wife-Cynthia and kids- Mabel and Cole, mountain running and drinking good coffee.

Tyler coach at Primordial Fitness

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Tyler

Tyler lives by the idea of promoting an "active and balanced lifestyle." During his years at the University of Oregon, Tyler worked with community members as a certified personal trainer as he obtained Bachelor's in Human Physiology.

During his years at the University of Oregon, Tyler worked with community members as a certified personal trainer as he obtained his Bachelor’s in Human Physiology. Tyler furthered his pursuit of optimizing human strength and movement by working towards a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Southern California. Tyler began coaching CrossFit while in physical therapy school. He is a believer that there is great opportunity for the marriage of the functional movements learned in the CrossFit gym and the prevention of injury. Tyler’s emphasis in coaching is to help everyone understand their full physical capabilities in an engaging and safe manner. Tyler holds a Doctorate in Physical therapy from USC and has his CF-L1

Anna coach at Primordial Fitness

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Anna

Anna was first introduced to CrossFit over 4 years ago where she fell in love with the sport and its supportive community. Following her passion for fitness and her desire to help others feel their best, Anna got her Personal Trainer certification.

Soon after, her CrossFit Level-1. Anna believes that physical fitness is about more than just hitting your new PR, but about using functional movement to keep you active throughout your life. She thinks that the best part about training is helping people gain confidence in themselves as well as the great connections you make. In high school, Anna was a competitive swimmer in Texas, she then attended college in the UK where she spent her time off exploring the Welsh mountains and coastlines. In her free time, she loves film photography and taking advantage of all the outdoor adventures Oregon has to offer. Anna is a NASM certified Personal trainer, PN certified nutrition and habits coach, and has her CrossFit FL-1.

Jonathan coach at Primordial Fitness

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Jonathan

Jonathan is retired from the Army and a four-year veteran of Primordial Fitness. He brings a lot of institutional knowledge to his classes, as well as the keen eye of a sergeant! When he is not coaching or crushing workouts, he enjoys Yin yoga and RV'ing and seeing Oregon.

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James coach at Primordial Fitness

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James

James dipped his toe in the CrossFit waters in 2010 and has been at it ever since. While one of James' favorite things to do is to WOD with friends and classmates, he's a proponent of what CrossFit allows you to do outside the gym.

James has participated in dozens of CrossFit competitions and adventure races, took up snowboarding at 51, and loves being outside hiking, running or snowshoeing on a trail with his two dogs and family. James has taken advantage of what the CrossFit community offers and has dropped-in at dozens of gyms across the U.S. and abroad, including in Canada, Croatia, Iceland, Italy, and Scotland. James is a CF-L2 trainer and holds certifications in Endurance, Gymnastics, Olympic Lifting and CPR/First-Aid.

Hannah coach at Primordial Fitness

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Hannah

Hannah found CrossFit in 2014 and quickly fell in love with the constantly varied combination of strength and interval training as well as the amazing community. As a woman, it was incredibly empowering to learn strength-based movements within the supportive CrossFit environment.

She took the next step to become a CrossFit Level 1 Certified Trainer in 2016 and then a Level 2 Trainer in 2021. Hannah built her coaching experience through group fitness classes and individual training while also completing her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology in upstate New York, specializing in children and adolescents. She often integrates her mental health and mindset experience within the fitness environment to develop people’s confidence and capacity to achieve their goals, and especially when coaching young athletes. Hannah’s favorite thing about coaching is helping people build skills or move in more efficient ways that generate new accomplishments. Outside of the gym, you can find Hannah on a hike or at the park with her dog, Cooper. She also enjoys spending time with her husband, Mike, and step-children, Brady and Jake. Certifications: CrossFit Level 1, CrossFit Level 2, CrossFit Kids Certification, American Safety & Health Institute Basic First Aid/CPR and AED for Adult/Child/Infant, Schwinn Indoor Cycling

Brandon coach at Primordial Fitness

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Brandon

Brandon found CrossFit in 2010 when his mom took him to a gym to get in shape for a wrestling camp. After years of competitive team and individual sports he found a new passion. The community aspect mixed with ability to compete with yourself and others had him sold.

Brandon has always lived an active lifestyle whether it was organized sports such as wrestling, football, and lacrosse or going out to snowboard, wakeboard, or take a hike with his wife Kahana. Since finding CrossFit, he never found anything else that encompasses the holistic view of health for daily physical fitness. With 13+ years of CrossFit experience and 5+ years of coaching experience Brandon has realized that daily physical activity mixed with the proper nutrition habits and mobility training for healthy movement patterns combined create the best chance for longevity in life. He’s learned much of what he knows through trial and error, figuring out how to heal his own injuries, and wanting to improve himself as an athlete. He’s passionate about highly skilled movements such as gymnastics and weightlifting while being able to help others hit milestones in those facets of fitness.

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