Hercules CrossFit

Love, love, love this place! I tried the Groupon deal with a friend and we enjoyed it so much we’re going to continue. The Coaches are very attentive, make sure you have good form, and are very experienced. The reviews about them being harsh are way out of line – I don’t know how anyone could feel that way because I’m not the most coordinated person and they really help me along patiently. I definitely feel stronger and more confident. I recommend Hercules Crossfit to everyone looking for a great workout.

I’ve heard a couple of bad things about this place, but it’s not too bad. The facility is pretty big! wooden floors, tires on the outside, wooden barricades to jump over, designated area for children… Nice place to start out with Crossfit!
Why am I giving it 3 stars? Well I’m still new and I need to experience more of the
People and overall program. There are things I haven’t seen part of the WODs so I may have missed them on particular days. I shall see how it plays out after my 12^th session.
Groupon is available if you want to dab your feet in CrossFit. I chose the 12 classes for $ 43. Not bad!
Coming from another box, the environment is different here. You don’t have people to intimidate you, you don’t have «secret WOD groups,» you don’t have much egos here. Actually the individual who made it to NorCal regionals (Ash) came up and introduced himself & greeted me on my first day! People are your average Joes and are VERY welcoming!
No water fountain so being your gallon of water! You can WOD outside or work out on your own as well. The WODs could focus more on gymnastic movements in my opinion such as bar muscle-​ups,
Rings muscle-​ups, or HandStand Push-​Ups. The programming I think could be a little better.
Lots of great eye candy here! Lots of cuties here! Plenty of room to run or do tire flips. One thing is you are NOT allowed to drop weights before 6 pm because there is a dentist office right next door. If you need to drop weights during a WOD then go outside. Coaches seem knowledgeable. Rita will get on you and she knows what she’s doing. Competitions are also held here such as Rookie Rumbles which I took part of the first one back in March of 2013. No need to «register» for classes, just show. There is a burpee penalty upon arriving late. I haven’t had an issue with parking, it’s pretty convenient. WODs are not posted online, but the weeks WOD is posted on the white board in the front. This what I’ve experienced after 3 sessions.
Don’t forget to bring your water!

The owners are unprofessional! This place is run by roid heads that put their emotions into everything! It is just a gym and they make it so you are uncomfortable if you miss a week or two. THIS PLACE DESERVES TO BE SHUT DOWN!!! GET THE HECK OUT OF THERE!!!

One of the best work outs I’ve EVER had in my entire life!!!
Brian is the best!!! This was my first time at CrossFit and I was so nervous that I was going to have a heart attack. He cheered me on every step of the way and still pushed me. Let’s face it, I’m not the skinniest chick in the bunch, Brian or the class didn’t make me feel like I was the fat girl. The workout was intense and it’s what I needed because the gym was becoming too routine.
Thanks Hercules CrossFit!!!

There aren’t any words that can describe how amazing the HCF community is. From the owners to the staff to the members, I have met so many incredible people here. It’s only been 3 months and I notice not only physical changes but also changes to my mentality, confidence, and character.
I’ve trained at many establishments in the area and there is no other place that even compares. It’s clean, has an accommodating schedule, the equipment is in good shape, coaches are knowledgeable and encouraging, music is great, members are cool (and from ALL walks of life), and the space itself is wonderful.
Come here with a kind heart, respect for all and yourself, a willingness to change, and an open mind and you will not be disappointed.

I joined crossfit in December 2012 and I was very skeptical and intimidated by the strong clients already there. Quickly Coach Lesha and coach Brian made me feel right at home. They are so well trained and informative with any questions I had. They were able to overcome fear and do things I never thought possible! The other coaches are amazing, coach Rita is a woman I look up to and admire as well as coach Danielle. I strongly suggest to dont let your fears stop you from overcoming success and strength. Best choice I’ve ever made with my health and fitness. They’ve become family to me!

Yesterday I finished my 20^th class of my test trial at Hercules CrossFit.
When I walked in to my first class a month ago, I was pretty sure I wasn’t going to make it. The advanced class was finishing and their level of fitness was so far above mine that I almost left to find a class for «older» women at the senior center.
But I stayed and this morning I slipped into a size smaller jeans.
My husband says my arms look sexy and I have more energy.
At work I’m far more sure footed and stable.
A friend at work referred me to Hercules CrossFit, saying that it would change my life. He was right!
I believe that it is the perfect solution for that post 50 year old, down hill slide I was starting on.
Every movement can be done at your own level with encouragement and direction from the coaches to improve each time.
Physical problems like bad knees are considered and alternate exercise is substituted.
The coaches are inspirational and will keep you coming back.
This is a very good business that has given me definable results in a short period of time.
Today I’m going to become a member.

Love this place coaches are very welcoming and encouraging! You will def see results if you are consistent! I love in just an hour class you really get an amazing workout.

Where to begin. First of all, these movements (Olympic lifting, gymnastics, metabolic conditioning, etc…) have changed the way I view myself and my body. The Coaches are amazing. Different styles that complement each other. This is the first time in my life I have focused more on my goals for the workout vs. goals in weight loss. I love crossfit and I have never fit better in my clothes. The place and the people embrace you, help you, won’t let you feel sorry for yourself, push you, sweat and bleed with you! They are a network of people from different parts of the world and different decades of the life cylcle (from teens-​retirees) working together to do their very best push up, wall balls, clean n jerks, pull ups, tire flips, you name it…
You will be humbled and embrace it. It will change the way you see life after getting wiped out using your own body weight for 6 minutes! I love the coaches! Did I say that already? They really care about you and don’t give you a bunch of BS on fitness and nutrition. I guess that’s it in a nutshell. Love this place. Coach Bryan, Lesha, Rita, Joe, Chris, Joel and Danielle you guys are AWESOME!

I’ve never been particularly athletic, and never enjoyed going to a traditional gym. A friend recommended CrossFit. I found HCF through a Google search, and saw that they offered the first week for free. When I went to my first class (July 2012) I was nervous about being so out of shape and not knowing what to expect, but the coaches (Bryan and Lesha) and the other people in the class really made me feel welcome. I was so sore after the first class that I only made it back once that week, but that was enough to make me want to come back for more. Now, seven months later, I’ve increased my stamina, lost two pant sizes, can lift more weight than I ever thought possible (and still have lots of room for progress), and most importantly, feel much healthier. The coaches push you, yes, but they push you to do the best that you can do — and they are just as proud of your accomplishments as you are yourself. It’s an incredibly supportive and encouraging community. There are class times dedicated to beginners, advanced, and mixed beginner/​advanced classes too, so you can choose which works best for you depending on your schedule and level of fitness.

I do not even know where to start. I love this place. One of the best decisions I have ever made was to check out Hercules Crossfit and become a member. I came in as a runner and a muay thai fighter who lacked conditioning and strength. I was very weak with very little muscle definition because of TOO MUCH cardio. When I first started, my upper body was so weak. I hated lifting weights. One month later, I saw improvements in my punches — I’m starting to have those POP punches (video on my facebook). It has been 3 months since I started crossfit and I have never loved looking at myself in the mirror. My muscles are starting to look defined. I’m in love with lifting heavy now. I look forward every day to do a WOD at HCF. I like muay thai but I fell in love with Crossfit. I’m at the box atleast 4 – 5 times a week. I love HCF community. I feel like I can relate with everyone without being criticized. I have never been so confident. I always get nervous before the WODs because I know I’m going to be competing with myself, so much adrenaline and it is so exciting! The owners Bryan and Lesha are so helpful and they always have our backs. Once you become a member you become TEAM HCF which is probably the best group of people to be around with. Very positive, motivating, and they help you — not criticize you and put you down. I love all of my new friends at HCF. We are all family and the box is a family friendly environment which is very good for parents. I have a 4 year old daughter who loves being at the box and dances to every music they play. LOL. How good is HCF? I have more than 5 friends who joined because of the positive improvements that they see in me — both attitude and my physique.

It was love at first burpee. The owners and coaches HCF are great. This affiliate has a supportive community, and the membership fees fit my budget, making crossfit available to me and many others who might not be able to do it. Take advantage of their first week free and see for yourself — it’s not for everybody but if it is you will LOVE it.
The people — coaches and members — are my favorite thing about HCF. Coaches Brian and Lesha have put a lot of blood, sweat, and tears (ok, maybe more our blood, sweat, and tears ;) into making this HCF fam one that I’m proud to be in. You want results? Stop making excuses and get yo’self into this box!

This review is for the real Hercules Crossfit at 678 Noble, not the old location of 600 Noble. There are no Zumba, yoga, treadmills here!
Crossift is pretty new to me. I have been doing it since the beginning of this year (2013). My wife got me into crossift after she had amazing results at her location. I decided to go to Hercules Crossfit mostly out of the Groupon offer and secondly because of the closeness to my house.
Location
The box is always clean, uncluttered, and safe. I love the high ceilings and room to spread out. At night, the facility has plenty of light. The floor has both wood and rubberized runs and are always level and in great shape. (Don’t set equipment on the nice wood or you’ll be doing some burpees)
Equipment:
There is usually plenty of equipment to go around. This includes PVC bars, weighted bars, weighted bumpers, dumbbells, wood boxes, sit up mats, jump ropes, wall balls, truck tires, etc. Plus they have 3 nice ropes to climb. It is very rare to find any of these items broken. I have yet to use one, but an additional rowing machine or two might be nice.
EDIT:
SInce I wrote this a couple of weeks ago, HCF has cleaned/​fixed one of their broken rowing machines and bought an additional one. I was able to use a rowing machine for the very first time today as part of my WOD. Rock on HCF, thanks for the great effort in keeping this box wonderful.
EDIT AGAIN:
Again and again the money that we spend at this box is being directly returned to us. It is returned to us with box goodies. We have more bars, dumbbells, rubber mats, ropes, sandbags, etc. This location is just over a year old and continues to grow to a wonderful place to WOD.
Staff:
The staff is very straight forward. «This is not a GYM, so don’t act like it is». This is probably one of the best things about working out with Crossfit. The coaches make darn sure that if you are going to show up for an hour, you are going to get a workout. You are going to feel tired, sore, and sometimes defeated. You are also going to feel accomplished and satisfied that you got your butt out there and gave it your all.
Each coach has there own style. They all have their own way to push you. I personally like having the variety of gentle reminders from one coach and pure hardass pushes from the next. No matter who the coach is, they all care strongly for their students, and want results.
EDIT:
Fellow Crossfit Athletes:
Crossfit is such a family community. I have yet to see this at any other gym/​sport. No matter what you lift/​squat/​snatch/​run, you are supported. EVERYONE supports EVERYONE. Fellow athletes that can lift 200% more than I can will stand next to me and cheer me on, push me to succeed.
The HCF family holds these beliefs strong. We love and support one another. Stay with it, and you will build bonds stronger than ever.
Parking:
DO NOT PARK in spaces attached to the businesses. You will get towed. For instance, at 630 pm on a tuesday, even though the business you parked in front off is clearly closed. grrrrrrrrr
Park in the spaces along the perimeter. The ones that face the hillside.
Lastly, my results.
SInce my first class on January 2^nd class, I have lost about 10 pounds. I have also gained muscle and stamina. I feel better in the morning and can’t wait to go to the next, class (even on the days were I almost threw up).
Hercules Crossift Baby!!!

If there’s zero, I’ll rate this place a BIG FAT zero. Turn around and run! RUN away from this place. RUN as fast as you can. They are very unprofessional and very disrespectful. If you are new to crossfit and you ask about details about it, they’ll bite your head off. Trainers have chip on their shoulders. They think they have something to prove. SUPER GHETTO!

I can’t believe there are no reviews for this place! I love it here! The people are super friendly and the owners are awesome! They are very knowledgeable about fitness, diet and the like. It’s a tight knit group which welcomes everybody! I enjoy the group workouts, there is a lot of energy, they are hard but you push yourself and enjoy it! They have a ton of classes/​times, though I haven’t taken any, they have Martial Arts too! I’m pretty sure they have kids classes too!