About Us
Colin Darling | coach/owner
Hillary Widdifield | coach
Colin and Hillary are the duo behind CrossFit Steinbach. They have both been doing CrossFit officially since 2010, although Colin likes to think he did some form of CrossFit for a year and a half in his basement prior to starting at CrossFit Winnipeg.
Apart from CrossFit, Colin has been a duathlete, runner, climber, and badminton player. He used to be an environmental chemist at Environment Canada and Fisheries and Oceans. He coached CrossFit part-time while working full-time for the DFO in Winnipeg. He thought coaching was a lot of fun, and was inspired to open CrossFit Steinbach in 2012 and help people move better and lead healthier lives.
His courses include:
- CrossFit Level Two (2016, 2021)
- CrossFit Level One (2011)
- Agatsu Kettlebell Level One (2010)
- CrossFit Gymnastics (2011)
- CrossFit Mobility (2012)
- Functional Movement Screening and Corrective Exercise Level 1&2 Seminar (2012)
- Varbanov Olympic Lifting (2012)
- Ido Portal Movement X (2012)
- Gymnastic Bodies Seminar (2014)
- Catalyst Athletics Level One Olympic Weightlifting Course (2015)
- Agatsu Lower Body Mobility and Movement – Level 1 (2016)
- Agatsu Upper Body Mobility and Movement – Level 1 (2017)
- Agatsu Indian Club and Mace Certification (2017)
- Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (2023)
Hillary’s athletic background consists of competitive downhill skiing, competitive show jumping, running, rowing, and climbing. She is currently a physician, and spends some of her limited free time lifting heavy stuff in the gym.
Hillary’s courses include:
- CrossFit Level One (2011, 2016, 2021)
- CrossFit Gymnastics (2011)
- CrossFit Mobility (2012)
- Varbanov Olympic Lifting (2012)
- Catalyst Athletics Level One Olympic Weightlifting Course (2015)
- Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance Level Two
- Canadian Ski Coaches Federation Level 1
- National Coaching Certification Program Level 2
Our Coaches
Katelyn Dykstra
Courses:
- CrossFit Level 1 trainer (online) (2024)
- First Aid and CPR-C
Helen Hutt
Like many of our gym members, Helen doesn’t come from an athletic background. Having struggled with weight and health for much of her life, she was introduced to CrossFit in 2017, and has been hooked ever since! What drew her in was the sense of community and belonging, even though she was far from being the fittest in the room.
At Hybrid Athletics in Langley, BC, Helen trained in classes, partner sessions, and small groups, learning new skills and discovering that movement truly is for every body type. She often modified workouts but felt empowered by what her body could do. With the help of a nutrition coach, she learned to fuel her training and developed a passion for weightlifting— her happiest moments are under a heavy barbell.
Helen also found joy in competition, taking part in the CrossFit Open, team and individual events such as Festivus Games, Canwest Games, and in-house competitions. Her journey inspired a new goal: to become a coach and help others of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds find their place in the gym.
After relocating to Manitoba in 2023, Helen joined CrossFit Steinbach and soon began coach training, earning her CrossFit Level 1 Trainer certification in 2024.
Courses:
- CrossFit Level 1 (2024)
- Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (2025)
- Coaching the Aging Athlete (CrossFit) (2025)
Nick Rankin
Coach Nick is a newcomer to Manitoba. He spends the springs in Nova Scotia as a fisherman, but has been doing CrossFit since 2017, and has been a Personal Trainer/Coach since 2015. Growing up in Nova Scotia, Nick played as many sports as he could, with his favourites being hockey, soccer and judo.
After recreational sports as a teen, Nick found personal training via GoodLife, and explored various CrossFit and martial arts gyms in Nova Scotia before finding his way to CrossFit Steinbach. He is always excited to coach, with a particular love for team workouts and Olympic Lifting, Nick is happy to share experiences and different stretches to help members Live Stronger!
Courses:
- CrossFit Level 1
- CrossFit Level 2 trainer (2024)
- Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (2024)