Meet The Team
We coach with passion and genuine care to enable you to acquire the skills and habits that will transform your life inside and out. We also really love kettlebells!
Grant Anderson
Co-Founder
Grant is the social media face of the business, with a 140k+ following on instagram @kettlebellgrant. You can find Grant traveling all over the world to golf and swing bells with clients. Grant was co-owner of Chicago Primal Gym with Sean and spent over 7 years crafting world-class kettlebell training programs for men and women to get strong and build lifelong skills.
Sean Griffin
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Kettlebell Transformation, Sean got his start in fitness after quitting his corporate finance job in 2013. Sean started Chicago Primal Gym in his back yard and grew iit to 350+ members prior to the pandemic. Now he coaches KT clients all over the world out of his home office, while raising his 7 and 4 year old kids alongside his wife in Evanston, IL.
Rich Bihl
Fulfillment Director
Coach Rich is a 10-year veteran of the strength & conditioning industry after graduating from the University of Iowa. Rich spent 7 years coaching clients in-person on the North Shore of Chicago prior to transitioning his own training business online in 2020. Rich has served as a Head Coach and now Director of Fullfilment for KT since 2022. He resides in Mokena, IL with his wife and 3 young boys.
Marianie Bedolla
Creative Strategist
Marianie is a creative with a sharp eye and a bias for action. She works closely with our team to develop bold, high-converting growth strategies that genuinely reflect the brand behind them. Whether it’s crafting a story, shaping a voice, or dialing in the details, she brings both strategy and soul to every project. She lives in Mexico with her husband.
Peter Leonhard
Head Coach
Peter has been coaching with Sean & Grant since 2015 when he joined the Chicago Primal Team. By 2018, Peter served as Director of Programming and Lead coach at CPG. Peter has over 10 years of coaching experience. He played goalie for the University of Kentucky and then graduated from Michigan State. He lives in Michigan with his wife and 3 kids.
Casey Shirley
Transformation Advisor
Casey spent 25 years in restaurants and hospitality, learning to juggle chaos, lead teams, and connect with people. After his own health transformation, he brings that empathy to coaching with balance, encouragement, and real accountability (plus the occasional dad joke). Off-duty, he’s cooking, traveling with his wife and teenage son, or playing frisbee with his dog, Bacon.
Ray Singson
Head Coach
Coach Ray brings over a decade of experience in functional fitness and positive psychology, empowering individuals from all walks of life—ranging from competitive athletes to busy parents—to achieve healthier, happier lives. A Marine Corps veteran and graduate of Temple University, Ray blends discipline, expertise, and compassion in his unique approach to coaching. He resides outside of Philadelphia with his wife, Allison, and their four children.
Susana Sanchez
Fulfillment Support
Susana is part of the behind-the-scenes team that helps keep everything running smoothly. She works closely with the coaches to support client onboarding, organization, and day-to-day operations. She enjoys being part of a team that’s making a real difference knowing that her work plays a part in helping people feel better, get stronger, and live healthier lives. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, singing, and being in nature.
Jean-Pierre (JP) Rossouw
Head Coach
JP is a South African-born coach with 10+ years in strength and performance, blending technical precision with practical programming. StrongFirst, FMS, and Pre-Script certified, he specializes in strength, rehab, and accountability coaching for athletes and busy professionals. Off the floor, he’s a husband, dog dad, and part-time musician.
Mike Connelly
Head Coach
Coach Mike has 20+ years in strength and conditioning, first certifying with RKC in 2008 and later instructing for multiple programs. He’s coached everyone from everyday adults to NHL and MLB athletes, and lives it himself through skateboarding, snowboarding, and golf. Mike's a husband and dad of three from Chicago.
Scott Crystal
Head Coach
Coach Scott has a decade of kettlebell experience and athletic grit. After years in craft beer, he traded hops for hardstyle, drawn to kettlebells’ simple power. Former collegiate swimmer and CrossFit athlete, he coaches busy men with StrongFirst precision and accountability. Scott resides outside Philly with his wife and two daughters.
Matt Travis
Transformation Advisor
Matt Travis is a high-performance coach and elite transformation enrollment specialist with 20+ years in coaching, teaching, and human behavior. He’s helped thousands upgrade health, mindset, and performance by blending behavior change, subconscious work, and strategic coaching. Matt’s mission is simple: help people break through what’s holding them back and build lasting confidence in a body—and life—they’re proud of.
Hugo Mendez
Head Coach
Hugo is from Lima, Peru, now based in the Rockies. A former marathon and Ironman athlete, he hit a wall during COVID—30 pounds up and totally unmotivated. Hiring a kettlebell and nutrition coach flipped the switch, rebuilding his strength, mindset, and purpose. Now he coaches men over 40 because he’s lived the journey himself. Off the clock, he’s into kettlebells, great coffee, loud music, and time with his wife, Amy.
Peter Nieman
Head Coach
Coach Peter Nieman has over a decade of coaching experience in hardstyle kettlebell training and specializes in mobility training via the Internal Strength Model. He lives in Metro Detroit and focuses his personal development time in old school strongman lifts. He enjoys chess, astronomy, and helping men reach their fullest potential in strength and health.
Rafael Barber
Consultation Coordinator
Rafael is a tech-savvy problem solver who brings curiosity, heart, and purpose to the team. He keeps the sales calendar locked in—clearing schedules, smoothing communication, and keeping the process running fast so coaches can focus on clients. Outside work he’s into video games, music, movies, and his cats, and he’s deeply grounded by family. He sees his role as more than logistics: it’s making life easier for others and leaving a positive impact.
Paulina Bedolla Jimenez
Onboarding Coordinator
Originally from Mexico, Paulina now lives in Minnesota with her husband and works as an Onboarding Specialist. She welcomes new clients and walks them through everything they need to get started with confidence. She enjoys being part of a team dedicated to improving lives and takes pride in offering genuine support in every conversation.
Nicola Saba
Accountability Coordinator
Nico is the Accountability Coordinator, helping clients stay on track by keeping them engaged, supported through roadblocks, and closely connected to their coach. He’s big on clear communication, consistency, and habits that actually stick, and believes small daily wins create big transformations. Outside work, he’s always leveling up his own mindset and skills so he can better guide the people he serves.
Brett Jones
Head Coach
Brett Jones is a StrongFirst Certified Elite Instructor and former StrongFirst Director of Education, based in Pittsburgh. A CSCS and certified athletic trainer, he’s been teaching kettlebells since 2003 and FMS since 2006, and is the author of Iron Cardio and other training resources. With 30+ years in the field, he’s consulted for pro teams and athletes worldwide. A cancer survivor and lifelong lifter, Brett still trains hard and is relentless about helping students master the craft.
Max Hansen
Transformation Advisor
Max is part of the KT enrollment team, helping men take the first step toward becoming stronger, healthier, and more confident. Based in Bozeman, Montana, he’s into fitness, nutrition, and getting outside with his dog whenever he can.
Brian Vance
Transformation Advisor
Brian is a husband and father of five whose fitness journey came full circle. Once a lean CrossFit competitor, he set his health aside while building a career and raising a family, eventually gaining 60 pounds he fought for years to lose. That experience gives him real empathy for busy men in the same spot. Now with KT, he’s passionate about helping dads reclaim their health, rebuild strength, and show up fully for their families.
Quincy Henry
Head Coach
Coach Quincy is a Navy veteran and certified StrongFirst SFG Level 1, FMS Level 1, and Original Strength Pro Level 2 coach. For six years, he’s been on a mission to make the world stronger—one person at a time.
His passion to serve led him to kettlebells and the belief in getting “the mostest with the leastest.” With simple training and nutrition, he helps men over 40 regain strength, health, and vigor—no matter their starting point.
He lives in Ocala, Florida with his wife Lili and their son Xavier, and enjoys golf, fishing, and keeping life simple and peaceful.
BT Bullock
Head Coach
Coach BT brings a background in performance nutrition, sports psychology, and human movement, shaped by service as a U.S. Army Veteran supporting soldier readiness. A former hockey player and multisport athlete, he has worked in athlete development and high-demand performance settings. When he’s not coaching, you’ll find him outdoors, moving, reading Frank Yerby, and preparing for fatherhood.
Luke Babich
Head Coach
Coach Luke is a Strength Coach and Firefighter/EMT who specializes in building durable, real-world strength for men. Trained in StrongFirst and Functional Range Conditioning, he focuses on simple, sustainable programming that carries over to work, sport, and life. He lives it himself through his ultramarathon training and his dedication to serving others. Luke is a fiancé and dog dad based in the Chicagoland area.
Luis Angel
Consultation Coordinator
Born and raised in Guatemala, I'm curious by nature so I like to learn about new topics and always enjoy a good conversation with friends. Love movies and video games, old and new, always trying to expand my library of media. Avid F1 fan since childhood, hoping to one day attend a race weekend.
Sam Gonzalez
Head Coach
Coach Sam brings over 15 years of kettlebell coaching experience making people stronger, more mobile and athletic. He has coached people looking to just lose a few pounds to elite first responders. When not swinging bells you can catch Sam at the beach in NE Florida where he lives with his wife and 2 kids.
Robb Parris
Head Coach
Robb is a kettlebell-focused coach with 15+ years of experience helping clients build strength, improve body composition, and create sustainable habits without burnout or extremes. He is a StrongFirst coach and Functional Kettlebell Training Instructor, blending smart programming, clear structure, and a no-BS, supportive style. Outside the gym, Robb is a husband to Ashley, dad to Riley and Tobin, and stays busy with soccer, golf, and being outnumbered at home—usually with a Spider-Man reference or Dave Matthews Band playing in the background.
Clayton Maderia
Consultation Coordinator
Clayton joined the KT team after spending a lifetime working in hospitality and customer service roles. His greatest passion in life is seeing people achieve their goals. When he is not helping guys learn more about our program, he enjoys coaching people to be their best selves, performing stand-up comedy, spending time outdoors, and caring way too much about adult recreational sports.
Brian Crilly
Head Coach
Coach Brian has been working in the fitness industry for over two decades.
With degrees in Kinesiology for Applied Exercise Science, American Council on Exercise certified, as well as years of experience being an RKC coach, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to his training.
As an avid coach, husband, father, lover of kettlebells, and coffee connoisseur, he knows how to handle training when life gets busy.
Brian helps his clients see what they're truly capable of with strength, perseverance, and resilient mindset.
Scott Crystal
Head Coach
Coach Scott has a decade of kettlebell experience and athletic grit. After years in craft beer, he traded hops for hardstyle, drawn to kettlebells’ simple power. Former collegiate swimmer and CrossFit athlete, he coaches busy men with StrongFirst precision and accountability. Scott resides outside Philly with his wife and two daughters.
Matt Travis
Transformation Advisor
Matt Travis is a high-performance coach and elite transformation enrollment specialist with 20+ years in coaching, teaching, and human behavior. He’s helped thousands upgrade health, mindset, and performance by blending behavior change, subconscious work, and strategic coaching. Matt’s mission is simple: help people break through what’s holding them back and build lasting confidence in a body—and life—they’re proud of.
Hugo Mendez
Head Coach
Hugo is from Lima, Peru, now based in the Rockies. A former marathon and Ironman athlete, he hit a wall during COVID—30 pounds up and totally unmotivated. Hiring a kettlebell and nutrition coach flipped the switch, rebuilding his strength, mindset, and purpose. Now he coaches men over 40 because he’s lived the journey himself. Off the clock, he’s into kettlebells, great coffee, loud music, and time with his wife, Amy.
Peter Nieman
Head Coach
Coach Peter Nieman has over a decade of coaching experience in hardstyle kettlebell training and specializes in mobility training via the Internal Strength Model. He lives in Metro Detroit and focuses his personal development time in old school strongman lifts. He enjoys chess, astronomy, and helping men reach their fullest potential in strength and health.
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