Everything started after a year in the sport. I liked how the sport is a way to get to know different people, some of whom you might never think would ‘fit’ into your life, but who end up having a huge impact. I worked at a CrossFit gym for 6 years, starting at the bottom, and then began giving one class a day until I became a full-time 'Head Coach.'
Opening my own gym is a way to ‘give back’. I received a lot of support from the sport when I competed and represented Aruba. So, to be able to open my own place to help others start or continue achieving their personal goals is one of the great achievements so far.
"I chose Qredits because they offer tools and coaching possibilities to help new entrepreneurs. They helped me with my startup, providing financial support to purchase the necessary equipment for my gym, in a more economical way."
"One of the major challenges was finding a suitable space. We had to start measuring and arranging everything that's necessary for a gym. The timing for opening was around the end of the year, which made finding contractors a bit difficult. But, we kept pushing and found solutions to every difficulty we faced.”
"CrossFit helps people 'clear their minds' during training. This includes both the physical aspect and the social aspect, which promotes mental and physical well-being. When entering the box, the physical aspect helps with this, but certainly, our community in CrossFit helps too, whether in the social part of a person's life and in connecting with others. They talk with each other about problems or just to forget their problems.
“Seek information from people who already have their own businesses. Just so you have an idea of what to expect and what all you need to keep in mind. Of course, Qredits will help you with this, but it's more about preparing yourself mentally and making sure this is what you want. Managing your own business comes with its sacrifices, but if you love what you do, it won't be a problem. You just have to find a way to make everything work. This can be done with the help of your friends and contacts, and certainly with Qredits.”
Darrel's vision is to include everyone in this sport, from children to older adults. He works hard to change the perception of CrossFit and demonstrate that it is accessible to everyone.
"If you have a dream of starting your own business, just do it. Qredits will help you with each step and will advise you on your idea. They will help you make necessary adjustments to ensure that your business is successful."
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