This marks the second episode of a special CrossFit Podcast collaboration with the CrossFit Medical Society.This week, we welcome Daniel Chaffey, a longtime leader in the CrossFit space. He owns CrossFit Louvre in Paris, one of Europe’s most established affiliates with over 3,100 members across three locations. He also founded the major European competition, The French Throwdown, and Operating With Excellence, a workshop platform dedicated to helping affiliate owners build thriving businesses. In this conversation, host Jocelyn Rylee dives into the essentials of CrossFit affiliates with Daniel: leadership, hospitality, and community. Chaffey, known for never mincing words, shares point-blank perspectives on everything from the future of CrossFit to the responsibility of affiliates in shaping that future. Topics CoveredThe role of leadership in affiliate success and sustainabilityThe difference between service and hospitality in gymsBuilding and maintaining community in CrossFitCrossFit’s role in health across generationsOptimism, anxiety, and the future direction of CrossFitThe importance of education and HQ’s role in supporting affiliatesResources MentionedJordan Peterson/Peterson Academy (leadership courses)Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (applied to member experience)CrossFit Level 1 and Level 2 CoursesAffiliate gatherings/events (e.g., Banff, Canadian Affiliate Gathering)Community HighlightSaxon Panchik is having a full-circle moment.With six CrossFit Games appearances, he’s now putting more energy into giving back to the community that built him.His message:Get into an affiliate and be active.Uplift those around you.Keep each other accountable.“It is life-changing. We all have things we wish we knew when starting our fitness journey. Take a minute to share that with someone just beginning.”Know someone you think deserves to be highlighted? Nominate them here.Share Your Thoughts: Email us [[email protected]] or complete our survey here.If you love this podcast, please drop us a rating and review, and share it with everyone you love.Join us for the CrossFit Show LIVE every Thursday at 10 a.m. Share Your Thoughts: Email us [[email protected]].

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