carlos and joley dones
Hello there! We are Carlos and Joley. Thirteen years ago, Carlos begrudgingly walked into a CrossFit box expecting to hate it with Joley tagging along. On the drive home he admitted, “Okay, that was awesome!” Soon, our teenage boys, Holden and Trae joined us (which by the way, is a phenomenal way to stay connected to your teenagers). Quite unexpectedly, CrossFit made a profound impact on our lives. After decades of trying to run away the not so slender thighs, Joley began appreciating her strong and powerful legs and marveled at what they were capable of. Carlos discovered that after a life long battle with depression, CrossFit miraculously contributed to the fight. Not only have we gained a healthier perspective on fitness, nutrition, and health-we have gained quite a community family that we greatly cherish.
Over the years, we’ve witnessed the innumerable transformations CrossFit has produced in the bodies, mind and spirit of those whom we care deeply about. After 5 years of CrossFitting, Carlos got his Level 1 Certificate and enthusiastically began coaching. Joley soon followed getting her Level 1, as well. So now, after 20 years in law enforcement for Carlos and 30 years teaching for Joley, we have decided to pursue this passion of ours. We believe that with all life’s obstacles, fitness is an essential and we would be honored to travel with you on your strengthening journey with whatever capacity you need strengthening in (because you are Indestructible). We look forward to being part of your story.
Carlos’ Certifications: CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certificate, Burgener Strength Weightlifting Certificate, CrossFit Judges Course, CPR/ AED Certified
Joley’s Certifications: Masters in Education, CrossFit Level 2 Trainer Certificate, Precision Nutrition Coach Certificate, Burgener Strength Weightlifting Certificate, Adaptive Athlete Trainer Certification, Barbell Rehab Certification/ CrossFit Anatomy/ Fundamentals /Judges /Running/ Scaling Courses
Lauren Garcia
Hi, I’m Lauren and I just LOVE CrossFit! CrossFit’s my favorite!” ... This was one of the first things Carlos heard out of my mouth at CrossFit Indestructible- but it’s so true. I’ve been CrossFitting since 2006 (while playing Division 1 soccer, coached by Josh Everett), but solely CrossFitting at a “box” since 2010. I’ve been a part of the growing CrossFit culture from close to the beginning; from competing in local competitions against Games athletes when there were only 5 teams, to competing at Proving Grounds competitions with 50+ teams; from Frogman competitions, to Olympic weightlifting classes; from really competing for a spot at Regionals, to seeing how competition has changed into Sanctionals and Worldwide leaders; from being one of the best CrossFitters in the gym, to being humbled REAL quickly when training with elite athletes; from not doing CrossFit with my 1st pregnancy (how I wish I could go back and change that), to doing CrossFit my ENTIRE 2nd pregnancy.
I have experienced the total transformation of CrossFit and STILL...I LIVE FOR THIS SPORT!!! I am currently a stay at home mom of two kids (3 including our dog, Amiga) and LIVE for my family, fitness and nutrition. I am more than honored that Coach Carlos and Joley trust me to coach all our clients at CrossFit Indestructible and now to coach all of our pregnant and postpartum mamas!
Certifications: CrossFit Level 1 Coach, Masters Degree in Teaching, Certified Pregnant and Postpartum Athleticism Coach
Jacob Mazzenga
I’ve been doing CrossFit since 2015 and coaching since 2016. I have had a passion for fitness since I was a freshman in high school beginning to prepare for football. I loved that the more I worked in the weight room, the more I had an advantage on the field. I also loved having the ability to set goals for myself and break them. When I began to notice that-I not only loved seeing my results but seeing others in the weight room improve- that’s when coaching became something I thought I could do as a job. I found that CrossFit was the best way I could push people who wanted to make a difference in their life. I get the same enjoyment watching a college athlete hit a 500 pound back squat as watching a 60 year old woman be able to finally squat to a box without pain. This is the best way that I can share my love and passion for fitness with everyone.
Certifications: Bachelors of Arts in Kinesiology, CrossFit Level 1 Coach