Meet Coach Phill — Nova’s Cross Training specialist and Drill sergeant

Coach Phill is all about building strength that sticks — not just in your body, but in your mindset and routines too. With over 16 years of coaching experience and a CrossFit Level 3 Trainer qualification, Phill brings deep knowledge, calm confidence and a no-nonsense approach to every session at Nova.

His coaching style is focused and straightforward. Whether you’re stepping into your first class, getting back into training, or pushing for new performance goals, Phill meets you where you are and helps you build from there.

Experience and coaching expertise

Phill is a CrossFit Level 3 Trainer with more than 16 years of coaching experience in strength and conditioning.

At Nova, he leads the Cross Training and Bootcamp classes, delivering structured sessions that blend strength work, conditioning and purposeful progressions. His workouts are designed to challenge you while building real, long-term progress.

With a sharp eye for technique and a deep understanding of training principles, Phill ensures every movement has purpose and every session moves you closer to your goals.

Coaching style: simple, consistent, effective

Phill believes the best training is clear, consistent and sustainable.

“I keep things simple, consistent and sustainable,” he says. “That’s how real progress happens — and how it lasts.”

His sessions combine structure, intensity and encouragement without unnecessary hype. Expect calm guidance, clear direction and the kind of coaching that makes you want to push just a little further each time.

What to expect in Phill’s sessions

Phill’s classes are challenging, purposeful and motivating. You’ll build strength, improve conditioning and develop confidence in your ability to move well under pressure.

But while the training is serious, the environment is always supportive. Phill is known for his steady energy, great coaching presence and the community atmosphere he helps create.

And once the workout is done, you’ll often find him up for a post-workout bench chat, usually with a heavy HWPO playlist still ringing in the background.

Real training, real results

Phill isn’t there to shout or show off — he’s there to help you stay focused, stay consistent and build something real.

At Nova, he’s the coach you turn to when you want straight-up, solid training: no fluff, no hype — just structured sessions, steady progress and real results.