Instructors
Focus: Fitness | Muay Thai | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Judo | Kid’s Martial Arts | Kid’s Fitness
I am a Royce Gracie Black Belt and the most experienced functional fitness instructor in the Triangle. As a UFC legend Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt I have competed at every level of international competition and won the 2009 Pan-American Jiu-Jitsu championships. My Jiu-jitsu is straight from the Gracie family so we focus on the self defense and the basics of this great art. As one of the head coaches for Team-ROC Raleigh we have built not only the BEST Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the Triangle but in the state as well. Our team has won every competition held from the local organizations to the national organizations like NAGA and US Grappling. If you are looking to learn the very best Jiu-Jitsu come take advantage of our free week and see for yourself what makes us #1. I have been teaching fitness and weight lifting for more than 20 years. Having started working with bodybuilders in college I began to understand the basics of what it took to change a persons physique.As the years past and my focus changed from body builder workouts to more fitness oriented workouts I began to put together routines that built strength, stamina and explosive power. I have used these techniques to have athletes compete at every level of fitness competition and have had them place in the top 10 nationally. If you are stuck in a rut or just want a refreshing change of pace give us a call so you can set up an appointment that will change your life.
Melissa has spent many years around sports, but most of the time as a spectator. Growing up, she watched her two younger brothers play many, many baseball and basketball games. In high school, Melissa had her first opportunity as a training instructor when she taught gymnastics at the Kinston Parks & Recreation Department. Her interest in sports carried over into her college years, when she worked with the baseball teams at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and East Carolina.
In 2003, Melissa was introduced to the functional fitness and strength training. She was hooked after the first week of training. So interested in this style of training that she and her husband, Jason opened their own fitness facility in December 2004. Melissa has been training and coaching ever since. Over the years, Melissa has enjoyed teaching others and watching them improve their fitness, their health and their lives. Forged Fitness is a very rewarding experience for members and for coaches.
Related Experience/Certifications:
-CrossFit Level II Instructor Certified
-Forged Fitness Coach/Trainer since 2004
Early in life Angela knew she would somehow be involved in sport and fitness for the rest of her life. When she came home from the playground competing in elementary school Field Day with a handful of medals around her neck, she was hooked. Since that time, she hasn’t looked back. In high school, she participated in basketball, volleyball, softball, and track. After college, where intramural sports kept her active and she received her degree in Physical Education, she coached high school and college basketball for 12 years. Angela also played semi-professional women’s tackle football as part of the national Independent Women’s Football League. All of these experiences led to her current passion of coaching others to improve their fitness level and ultimately their quality of life.
Angela has been part of the Forged Fitness family since the spring of 2007, first learning from the wealth of knowledge that the trainers provided which led to her improved fitness level and understanding, then deciding that she wanted to share that knowledge with others and become a trainer herself. Being a coach at Forged Fitness has provided Angela with an opportunity to teach others and watch their personal growth to reach their fitness and wellness goals.
Currently, when Angela’s not at Forged Fitness, she participates in extracurricular activities such as flag football and softball. She also trains as a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and has brought home numerous BJJ tournament medals and trophies. She enjoys other activities such as snowboarding and water sports, and is eager to make use of her recently earned open water scuba diving certificate.
Related Experience/Certifications
- CrossFit Level I Instructor Certified
- CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer Certified
- BA in Physical Education; UNC-CH, 1996
- Forged Fitness Coach/Trainer since 200
Caroline has always been around sports and fitness in her life. Growing up and throughout high school, Caroline danced competitively, played softball, volleyball, soccer and was a cheerleader. While attending NC State University, she found rugby and played for many select side teams, including the U-23 National 7’s Rugby Team. After college, Caroline played for the local team, the Raleigh Venom, and won a National Championship with them. Throughout rugby, she sustained many injuries but kept coming back to rugby for more. Finally, after having major knee surgery and enduring numerous months of rehabilitation without making any progress, Caroline found Forged Fitness in 2007. Caroline feels that without Forged Fitness, she would not have been able to get back on the rugby pitch again.
Caroline still loves competition, and you will find her competing in either a rugby match or fitness competitions. In 2009, Caroline qualified for the CrossFit Games by placing 3rd in the Midwest Region. Caroline enjoys the competitive nature and team atmosphere at Forged Fitness. She thrives on helping athletes obtain their goals and making them realize that they can do so much more than they ever thought.
Sue Fathi is a mother of three and a lifetime fitness enthusiast. She has enjoyed competitive sports since the age of six. In High School she was captain of the field hockey, basketball and softball teams. She was recognized as a Boston Globe All Scholastic field hockey player and competed in the Bay State Games in that sport. Teaching has also been an important part of Sue’s life. She received her Masters Degree in Education from the University of Florida and has taught children from kindergarten to high school. While teaching she has also coached girls basketball, soccer and softball. After having 3 kids she was looking for a fitness program that would be both challenging and fun. Sue has been at Forged Fitness in Raleigh for 4 years. She loves teaching both adults and kids. Her main goal is for people to feel like fitness equals fun.
Related Experience/Certifications
- CrossFit Level I Instructor Certified
- CrossFit Kids Instructor Certification
-Running and Endurance Certification
- MEd; University of Florida, 1994
- Forged Fitness Coach/Trainer since 2009
- Fit Kids Program Director/Coach 2009
I am a Royce Gracie Black Belt and the most experienced functional fitness instructor in the Triangle. As a UFC legend Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt I have competed at every level of international competition and won the 2009 Pan-American Jiu-Jitsu championships. My Jiu-jitsu is straight from the Gracie family so we focus on the self defense and the basics of this great art. As one of the head coaches for Team-ROC Raleigh we have built not only the BEST Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the Triangle but in the state as well. Our team has won every competition held from the local organizations to the national organizations like NAGA and US Grappling. If you are looking to learn the very best Jiu-Jitsu come take advantage of our free week and see for yourself what makes us #1. I have been teaching fitness and weight lifting for more than 20 years. Having started working with bodybuilders in college I began to understand the basics of what it took to change a persons physique.As the years past and my focus changed from body builder workouts to more fitness oriented workouts I began to put together routines that built strength, stamina and explosive power. I have used these techniques to have athletes compete at every level of fitness competition and have had them place in the top 10 nationally. If you are stuck in a rut or just want a refreshing change of pace give us a call so you can set up an appointment that will change your life.
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bagels@forgednc.com
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sue@forgednc.com
Sue Fathi is a mother of three and a lifetime fitness enthusiast. She has enjoyed competitive sports since the age of six. In High School she was captain of the field hockey, basketball and softball teams. She was recognized as a Boston Globe All Scholastic field hockey player and competed in the Bay State Games in that sport. Teaching has also been an important part of Sue’s life. She received her Masters Degree in Education from the University of Florida and has taught children from kindergarten to high school. While teaching she has also coached girls basketball, soccer and softball. After having 3 kids she was looking for a fitness program that would be both challenging and fun. Sue has been at Forged Fitness in Raleigh for 4 years. She loves teaching both adults and kids. Her main goal is for people to feel like fitness equals fun.
Related Experience/Certifications
- CrossFit Level I Instructor Certified
- CrossFit Kids Instructor Certification
-Running and Endurance Certification
- MEd; University of Florida, 1994
- Forged Fitness Coach/Trainer since 2009
- Fit Kids Program Director/Coach 2009
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