Our Team

Tarasa Barnett

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer

  • CrossFit Kids

  • CrossFit Endurance

  • USAW Sports Performance Coach

  • First Aid / CPR Certified

Tarasa is the co-founder of CrossFit Cayman and has a lifelong passion for sports, with volleyball as her true love.

She competed in indoor volleyball throughout high school and college before moving to Grand Cayman, where she embraced competitive beach volleyball.

In addition to her success on the sand, Tarasa became a formidable CrossFit athlete, representing Latin America at the Reebok CrossFit Games… as part of a team in 2010 and as an individual female competitor in 2011 and 2012.

With more than 12 years of experience as a certified trainer, Tarasa brings exceptional expertise, energy, and dedication to CrossFit Cayman.

She is known for coaching athletes of all levels with a strong emphasis on both performance and safety.

Matt Barnett

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 2 Trainer

  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer

  • CrossFit Endurance

  • USAW Sports Performance Coach

  • First Aid / CPR Certified

Matt Barnett is the owner and co-founder of CrossFit Cayman. He has been passionate about sports and weightlifting since an early age, with baseball as his primary focus.

Matt competed at the high school, community college, and university levels, culminating in a run to the 2001 NAIA World Series where he earned honorable mention All-American honors. During his collegiate career, he set program records in RBIs and home runs.

In addition to his baseball accomplishments, Matt has a deep background in CrossFit.

He competed at the Reebok CrossFit Games as a team member in 2010 and as an individual in 2011.

With extensive experience as a certified trainer, Matt brings exceptional coaching expertise, intensity, and attention to detail to CrossFit Cayman.

Coaches

Nathan Herrera

Nathan is a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer with a deep passion for fitness, movement, and music. A former competitive baseball player and Florida’s top-ranked skateboarder in his age division during his final year, Nathan brings the same discipline and competitive drive to his coaching.

He has been dedicated to CrossFit for over four years, beginning his journey training in a garage and at a local globo gym alongside his brother Matt and close friends. His coaching career officially began under the mentorship of Keith Wittenstein at CrossFit Virtuosity in New York City, where he refined his coaching skills and developed a strong commitment to helping others reach their full potential.

In addition to his CrossFit expertise, Nathan is a professional flamenco guitarist and an avid surfer who spends as much time as possible in the ocean.

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 2 Trainer

  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer

  • First Aid / CPR Certified

Chantal Ayotte

Please join us in welcoming @misschantalpt (Chantal Ayotte) to the coaching team at CrossFit Cayman! 🙌

Many of you have already seen Chantal around the gym, and you’ll be seeing a lot more of her as she starts shadowing classes and stepping into a full coaching role in the coming weeks.

Chantal began her CrossFit journey in 2016 and started coaching in 2018. Her passion for coaching stems from helping people achieve what they once thought was impossible — transforming their health, fitness, and overall quality of life.

She brings a strong foundation of experience and education to our team.

We’re thrilled to have her energy, knowledge, and genuine heart for people join our coaching crew. Be sure to say hi and give Chantal a big CrossFit Cayman welcome! 🔥

#CrossFitCayman

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 2 Trainer (2021)

  • CrossFit Masters Certificate (2020)

  • CrossFit Gymnastics Course (2019)

  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer (2018)

  • ACE Orthopedic Exercise Specialist (2015)

  • ACE Sports Conditioning Specialist (2014)

  • ACE Certified Personal Trainer (2013)

Certifications

  • CrossFit Level 2 Trainer

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Coaching

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise

Jason Sinclair

Jason is a dedicated and passionate fitness coach with more than 10 years of experience across the fitness industry. For the past 8 years, he has served as Head Coach at multiple CrossFit gyms, where he has led high-energy group classes, delivered personalized one-on-one training, managed coaching teams, and designed comprehensive training programs.

Jason works with athletes of all fitness levels and backgrounds, tailoring his coaching to help each individual achieve their unique goals safely and effectively.