Jay Taheny

Owner

Jay Taheny was born in Upper Sandusky, OH but grew up in southeastern KY. At age 18, he moved to Richmond, KY to attend college at Eastern Kentucky University and has since called Richmond home. Jay served for 25 years in the KY National Guard, with one deployment to Afghanistan, but has recently retired and now manages the gym full-time.

Jay first started CrossFit in August 2013. Like many others, he was drawn to the competitive aspect of CrossFit but quickly realized the immense health benefits associated with the regimen. He earned his L1 and CrossFit Kids certification 2014 and began coaching soon thereafter. Jay has since gone on to earn multiple CrossFit credentials including CF Gymnastics, Weightlifting, and the highly coveted CrossFit Level 3 Trainer Certification. He has also completed The Ready State 102 Mobility Course and is a certified nutrition coach through Precision Nutrition. Outside of the gym, he holds a Master’s Degree in Executive Leadership from Liberty University and supports multiple philanthropic organizations in the Richmond area.

Certifications: CF-L3, TRS-L2, PN-1 , USAW L1