Gunnar Brewer
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Motivated and mission-driven CrossFit coach transitioning into fire service. Eager to bring over six years of experience in physical training, team leadership, and emergency preparedness to a firefighter role with the Long Beach City Fire Department. Committed to protecting life and property while maintaining peak physical performance and team readiness.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CrossFit Coach
Resolution CrossFit
Yorba Linda, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Coached small group and individual classes with a focus on strength, conditioning, and injury prevention
- Created and executed high-intensity programs that mirror fire ground physical demands
- Instructed proper mechanics and breathing under duress-directly transferrable to SCBA and confined space conditions
- Developed a calm, commanding presence in fast-paced environments
- Maintained client and facility safety
- Built strong team culture and communication
- Led weekly classes for up to 30 individuals with consistent participation and positive feedback.
CrossFit Coach
CrossFit Structured
Fullerton, CA
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Coached small group and individual classes with a focus on strength, conditioning, and injury prevention
- Created and executed high-intensity programs that mirror fire ground physical demands
- Instructed proper mechanics and breathing under duress-directly transferrable to SCBA and confined space conditions
- Developed a calm, commanding presence in fast-paced environments
- Maintained client and facility safety
- Built strong team culture and communication
- Developed and implemented customized training programs for diverse fitness levels.
- Conducted individual and group coaching sessions to enhance performance and motivation.
- Managed group fitness classes of up to 30 members.
Age Group Swim Coach
Fullerton Sports Aquatics Team
Fullerton, CA
05.2010 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented age-specific training programs to enhance swimmer performance and technique.
- Mentored junior coaches, fostering skill development and effective coaching strategies within the team.
- Analyzed swimmer performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust training regimens accordingly.
- Facilitated communication between parents and coaching staff to ensure alignment on athlete goals and progress.
- Develop and Lead Practices: Plan and conduct age-appropriate swim practices focused on skill development, technique refinement, endurance, and race strategies for swimmers typically ages 6–14.
- Athlete Development: Foster long-term athlete growth through progressive training cycles, emphasizing stroke mechanics, starts, turns, and finishes.
- Safety and Compliance: Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive training environment, following USA Swimming and SafeSport guidelines, as well as state and facility regulations.
Education
High School -
Fullerton Union High School
Fullerton, CA01.2006
No Degree - Photography
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CANo Degree - Journalism/Documentary Filmmaking
Brooks Institute of Photography
Ventura, CA01.2015
Skills
- Tactical physical fitness & endurance
- Coaching under pressure
- Leadership & accountability
- Communication & radio etiquette
- Emergency scene composure
- Team-based problem solving
- Functional movement and injury prevention
- Project management
Certification
- EMT-B, California Certified - March, 2028
- California EMT License -August 2027
- CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers- November 2026
- CPAT - Passed July, 2025
- ICS 100, 200, NIMS 700 & 800 Certified
Timeline
CrossFit Coach
Resolution CrossFit
06.2021 - Current
CrossFit Coach
CrossFit Structured
07.2020 - 06.2021
Age Group Swim Coach
Fullerton Sports Aquatics Team
05.2010 - 03.2020
High School -
Fullerton Union High School
No Degree - Photography
Fullerton College
No Degree - Journalism/Documentary Filmmaking
Brooks Institute of Photography