Scott "Chief" Bechthold

Scott’s CrossFit journey began in 2008 while going through a Gwinnett County Fire Academy. He didn’t join his first CrossFit box until 2012, using it to stay fit as a firefighter and keep up with younger colleagues. His first coaches were Games athletes who emphasized fundamentals and proper form—lessons that stuck with him.

As he progressed, Scott naturally gravitated toward helping new members learn proper technique, which sparked his passion for coaching. In 2024, he made the leap to full-time coaching. Scott loves guiding athletes to achieve their fitness goals and witnessing the moment they accomplish a movement they once thought impossible.

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