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Shane Venezia
My name is Shane Venezia, and I am a proud husband to Kasey and father to Remi and Gage. I was born and raised in Covington, Louisiana, about 30 minutes north of New Orleans. In 1996, I joined the U.S. Army as an Infantryman and spent the next seven years in various positions, ranging from driver to Rifle Team and Squad Leader, Master Breacher, and Reconnaissance Team Leader.
After my military service, I worked as a Personal Security Specialist both overseas and stateside. In 2007, I transitioned from that lifestyle and began working as an Explosive Specialist in the Gulf of Mexico, as well as in land-based operations. In 2008, I found my passion in the fitness industry and opened CrossFit No Surrender, which I operated until 2020.
Despite my accomplishments, something was still missing—ME. I had accumulated years of trauma, from TBIs (traumatic brain injuries) due to sports concussions and being blown up by IEDs (improvised explosive devices), to the mental and physical abuse I endured as a child.
On November 1, 2023, I was given a second chance at life. Through the love and support of my family and loved ones, I attended two retreats that transformed my life. I faced numerous traumas—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. I battled insecurities and ego-driven obstacles, only to realize that I was getting in my own way.
Brendan Allen - Top 10 Middle-weight ufc
“If y’all are trying to use Shane for anything fitness related, he’s the man to go to. I used to work with him all the way coming up as a professional MMA fighter for both cardio and strength work and man he was so great! The intensity that used for each and every individual was amazing – his knowledge, and how he spoke was always uplifting and always motivational. I couldn’t ask for anything better, so if you’re debating on doing anything fitness related, make sure you work with Shane Venezia, that’s my guy – really appreciate him and I know you guys are gonna love him too.”
