Joel “The Champ” Hughes

Known around here as “The Champ,” Joel Hughes is the heart of what makes our community special. A 3-time CrossFit Games athlete, Joel has earned titles few can claim—including Fittest 45–49 Year Old on Earth in 2019 and 2nd Fittest 50–54 Year Old on Earth in 2024. But what truly sets Joel apart isn’t his achievements—it’s his character.

Joel is a husband, a proud father to two incredibly successful women, and a man deeply impacted by what CrossFit has brought to his life—physically, and mentally. Despite his accolades, he remains grounded, humble, and driven by a genuine desire to see others grow.

As a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer, Joel leads with experience, compassion, and integrity. He doesn’t just coach—he walks the walk. He’s loyal, real, and the kind of friend everyone hopes to have in their corner. To train with Joel is to be coached by one of the best in the world, and to know him is to witness what humility and greatness look like side by side.