Samantha Reidenbach
Master of Chaos / Coach
Snatch - 155LBs
Clean and Jerk - 190
Power Clean - 195
Grace Time - 2:35
Olympic Lifting State Medalist
Ex Competitive Olympic Weightlifter
Qualifications
CrossFit Level 2
USAW Level 1
Advanced Judges Course
CrossFit Coaching Fundamentals Certification
CrossFit Teaching Movement Certification
About Coach
I’ve loved sports for as long as I can remember. I spent years doing competitive gymnastics. In high school, I started CrossFit and quickly fell in love with the community and the variety of workouts. During my sophomore year, I joined my high school girls’ weightlifting team, and that’s when I discovered my passion for weightlifting. I became team captain, and that's where my interest in coaching started. Outside of the gym, I enjoy going to the beach, seeing the sunset, and finding shells. I was born and raised in Florida, so the beach has always been a part of my life and my happy place. I recently started going to and enjoying concerts, and I started loving to travel in 2024 when I went to Hawaii!
Turning Point
When I was about to graduate from high school, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do next. Then I was given the chance to start coaching at Thunder Performance. Coaching at a gym was a goal of mine after college, so getting the chance right out of high school was exciting. Coaching helped me find my voice and showed me how much I love helping people grow. I try to be the coach I always wanted growing up, supportive, encouraging, and someone who truly cares.
Motivation & Passion
I love coaching because I love movement and progress. I know how good it feels to hit a new lift or learn a new skill, and I want others to feel that too. Those moments are what keep me motivated. Seeing athletes gain confidence, hit goals, and show up for themselves is what drives me every day. I’m here to push, support, and celebrate every win, big or small. Coaching means a lot to me, and I’m passionate about creating a space where people feel welcome, strong, and excited to grow.
