Brett Thomas
Owner, Coach at CrossFit Renaissance

Brett is an owner, coach, and the gym’s unofficial facilities manager. He cares deeply about the gym and the people in it. You will find him leading the 10am class, training alongside members, or fixing whatever needs fixing before anyone notices it’s broken.

He takes a slow and steady approach to fitness and continues to hit personal records well into his 50s. His coaching philosophy is built around member engagement: thorough whiteboard briefs, clear movement demos, and watching athletes push past limits they set for themselves. He believes staying consistent comes from separating coaching days from training days, and that commitment carries over into life as an active, involved parent.

Outside the gym you can find Brett enjoying his family, cheering on any Philadelphia sports team (Go, Eagles!), going to live music shows, and staying active in the great outdoors.