CrossFit NYC: The Black Box

This is a great Crossfit gym! Great price for quality instructing. I take Todd class and his class has hands down given me the best tools to learn Crossfit and actually know what I am doing. If you want great programming, meeting amazing people and be in the presence of talented athletes, go to this gym!
CFNYC has also great staff, and amazing facilities. They are a bit far away for me so I had to leave and I will miss them. I love this gym!

Went here for a year and a half, left to try something newer and shinier, and now I’m back!
You simply can’t beat the wonderful community, helpful coaches and convenient schedule. Lots of great CF gyms in the city, but this one feels like home to me.
Left off one star because, upon rejoining, I had to choose one location or the other. CFNYC is no longer letting me attend both. I was surprised — I hadn’t seen this written anyplace else, including their blog/​Membership FAQ.

CFNYC is a great box Everybody is really friendly and it is a good place to meet new people.
I take Joseph Campbell’s classes and I must say that he is an exceptional coach. He always manages to pay attention to each student even if the class is full and he takes the time to correct you. His coaching skills are excellent, since I started working out with him I really feel that I improved. He has a way to explain the mechanisms of each movement that makes it really easy to understand and apply
Also, he always has a funny thing to say and his classes are a lot of fun even if it involves a 100 burpees and wall balls. I am always looking forward to the next class with him!

Very professional coaches, inspiring crossfitters, generally clean facilities (although they could do a better job with towels and locker rooms by, for instance, having more hangers available). I’m definitely a fan.

So first a note on crossfit in general:
I grew up dancing since I was very little and definitely had all the same fears regarding weight training that most women do. I didn’t want to «bulk up» so I was a cardio junkie. This ended up causing joint pain in my hips from over running, and also my weight continued to fluctuate based on whether I ran or very strictly what I ate. I wanted to be free of that non sense. A girl friend of mine had been crossfitting for years and suggested it. I was skeptical. But started with the free trial and elements and then despite being inexplicably sore– I couldn’t stop going. One of my most memorable experiences was back squatting for the first time and one of the ladies I was partnered with looked at me and said «you’re stronger than you think you are.» It’s cheesy, but I’ll never forget it, both in the physical and metaphorical way!
The benefits of CFNYC:
I gained weight but lost inches. And now I haven’t weighed myself in over 1yr and half and it’s the best thing ever.
I walk in and someone else tells me what to do! I don’t have to self encourage or plan out what I should be focusing on because the staff and the coaches at Black Box are thinking about it for me. Plus, everyone I work out with is super friendly and willing to help. And they want you to be the best YOU you can. It’s not competitive in a way where you feel small because you aren’t lifting as much as the next guy– it’s about are you pushing yourself for what you can accomplish that day.
The staff! Are all A) extremely competent. B) Very different. C) Remember you. I’ve been here for about 2 years, and whenever I meet a new coach, they ask me my name. And when I’m like «this thing with my elbow» they listen and help modify based on where I’m at with my body that day. They also won’t let me slack because they know me. It’s empowering when a coach looks at you and says «you can put more weight on that bar». It’s also comforting to know that they will also look at you and say «that’s too heavy, take some off». And they aren’t afraid to offend you for the sake of your safety and overall progress as an athlete. Oh, and they treat you like athletes which is awesome because I use to be the kid in gym class that would tie my shoe during the mile and wait for a friend to come back around so I could count that lap.
The Schedule! This gym is definitely huge but that works to my personal advantage. I have a crazy schedule, so I am always scraping together time to get to get a workout in. There are classes all the time here. And it’s cheaper than the other gyms I’ve looked at.
Overall Black Box has truly been a life changing experience and it’s funny to think that there was a point in my life that I wasn’t a crossfitter. As they say, I’ve drunk the Kool Aid– and let me tell you, it’s worth it.

I’ve been going for about 2.5 years. I was not in good shape at all when I started, but the instruction is really detailed and fantastic and I always look forward to going in.

Gone to this gym for about 2 ½ years. Love it, trainers are knowledge, extremely friendly and approachable (and also pretty nice to look at). The programming is well done and definitely helped me get back into shape. One time I got paired up with Katrina Bowden while I was wearing a 30 Rock t-​shirt. So, all around, worth the money.

I started crossfit back in fall of 2013 after moving to NYC and getting convinced by one of my old teammates from college to give it a try. I joined CFNYC without hesitation and have been happy ever since. After going through elements, I immediately made friends with the coach and the other people in my class. I worked my way into some of the morning classes, and was immediately welcomed by the group and felt right at home. For those coming out of college athletics, I highly recommend CFNYC. I feel that the group of friends I have made at CFNYC is an extension of the family I had on sports teams throughout my entire life. Being with a group of like-​minded people each day makes going to the gym that much more addicting. I can be competitive without feeling like I need to dedicate my life to the gym.
Another part of CFNYC that enhances the experience are the coaches. The level of knowledge and dedication to the members is unparalleled at this gym. At the beginner level, coaches are fully aware of peoples’ capabilities, and will help new crossfitters be mindful of the level of intensity when first starting at the gym. Similarly, at the experienced level, coaches are completely aware of the level of ability of each of the people in the class. I have heard so many stories about people getting injured at other gyms because their coaches push people beyond their limits at the very beginning. At CFNYC, I have never seen this as an issue because the coaches take their job very seriously and know how and when to push people.
When it comes to programming, CFNYC is on top of their game. I started out in the beginner level classes, and started to work my way up to experienced level programming. The beginner level classes created a great base layer, and as I felt more comfortable and confident in my lifts and gymnastics, I bumped up to programming with a little more volume and intensity. Each workout starts with a very muscle specific warm-​up for the main workout, leading into the strength or conditioning that day. Workouts are well thought-​out and follow a very specific cycle and progression. Over the course of my 2 years at this gym, I have seen steady improvement in all of my lifts and gymnastic skills.
Being that CFNYC is the largest crossfit gym in the world, they offer classes that fit any schedule, which is one of the best parts about the gym. I really can’t say enough good things about CFNYC, and have been very happy with my experience thus far. If it says anything about how much I enjoy this gym, I just recently bought a full year membership in advance.
If you’re thinking crossfit, you need to drop-​in and check it out. You won’t be disappointed. I can safely say that going to this gym each morning is one of the biggest highlights of my day. The friends I have made and the sense of camaraderie I feel each day at the gym is second to none.

As some of the reviewers mentioned, this place is run as a machine. Many people are treated like numbers, and there is a lack of individual approach. I have witnessed a scene where a coach was sitting on a box looking at his smartphone whereas a couple of people in a class were deadlifting a weight way above their maximum with their backs rounded so much that i thought their thoracic spines were about to snap.

My partner and I signed up for a free class to try it out and found it challenging. To be honest, we were scared, but decided to sign up for two months to try it out. We now have an annual membership and go at least four times a week if our schedules permit.
The staff is really customer service oriented and encouraging — unusual for any fitness establishment I’ve gone to. We know the coaches and the administrative staff by name. Sabrina is so sweet and helpful.
For me, Joseph Campbell and Mead Jackson are stand out coaches. No matter what level, they are understanding and motivating. Most of all, they keep the classes fun no matter how challenging the WOD. I keep coming back because of the relationship with them and the rest of the coaches and staff.
Keep up the great work!

Insanely crowded. Not enough room with so many classes at same. Locker room packed so dont expect to actually be able to use it. Coaches hardly pay attention to you so newcomers feel lost. Just a complete sense of being rushed through the wod and that is just horrible. Tried a few at Dumbo Brooklyn, granted less populated area, but that was amazing and what a Box is supposed to feel like. Been doing this six years and have hit many Boxes. I want to love NYC CF, but they make it really difficult.

About me: I have been Crossfitting for 6 years. Although I trained with friends at my school gym in the beginning, I have trained at several other boxes. I have been a member of Crossfit NYC for 2 years.
Crossfit NYC is an excellent Crossfit gym for several reasons:
1) The Coaching. I have been lucky to attend classes with several coaches during my time here. They are all knowledgeable, patient and down-​to-​earth. They are able to help/​coach people of all fitness levels.
This past summer, I got to see firsthand how truly amazing the coaches at Crossfit NYC are. I sustained a hand fracture (non-​Crossfit related) that was unfortunately not diagnosed until a month after it occurred. Of course, I trained intensely that entire month, exacerbating the injury.
When I discovered that my hand was fractured, I considered stopping Crossfit until it healed. However, Coach Avery wouldn’t have it and convinced me to continue Crossfitting. She (and other coaches who sub for her) has taken the time to modify workouts so that, although I am not using one arm, I am still training at a competitive level.
2) Community. NYC can swallow you whole if you don’t feel you belong somewhere. Crossfit NYC understands this and does a great job building community amongst box members. It holds events both inside and outside the box (Halloween party, End of Open party, coach-​hosted happy hours at local bars, etc.). Last month, we held a party celebrating our member who made it to the Crossfit Games. This month, there will be a second LBGTQ workout. Every month, it chooses a Member of the Month, a person who has played a part in building community in this enormous gym.
I could go on and on about the great community at Crossfit NYC, but I’ll just say a reason I chose this box over another was that I knew I would get know others here. Crossfit NYC did not prove me wrong.
3) The front desk staff. Some of the coolest (and the most patient) people you will ever meet. I have seen them jungle phone calls and 4 requests simultaneously with ease. I am always charging the wrong card for my monthly dues. I email them and within minutes, it’s handled.
4) Competition Team. If you are an advanced Crossfitter, this is the box for you. When I had to switch boxes, I needed to go to a box where I would be challenged, receive excellent coaching, but also connect with my boxmates. Enter Crossfit NYC’s Competition Team. Coach Avery’s programming is phenomenal. All my lifts and gymnastics have improved under her tutelage. My teammates are some of the most down-​to-​earth and funniest people I know. During workouts, we push and support each other. We welcome each new Team member with open arms and hang out all the time outside of the box. In 2014, we qualified for the Crossfit Northeast Regionals. I know that we will qualify again in the future.
All in all, Crossfit NYC has transformed me into a dedicated athlete and has helped me navigate this crazy city. I can lift that heavy suitcase up the subway stairs as I head to the airport. I can jet across the street right as the light is about to turn. I can quickly get out of the way of an oncoming bike. I have a great community that I look forward to coming to at the end of the work day.
You will love Crossfit NYC!

I’m a huge fan of this place!
When I signed up for crossfit a year and a half ago I was hoping to get in shape and try something new, I had no idea I would get so much more out of my investment and decision to join! …It has been life changing…
1^st of all I love the people, they are incredible — I have a whole new group of friends and family from the relationships in the gym. Everyone is supportive and fun with no pretense or douchey arrogance that surrounds a lot of gyms. Everyone is really down to earth, genuine and up for good times!
The coaches are the best! They take their craft seriously and it is so nice to be on the receiving side of such passionate and knowledgeable coaches who give instruction to ensure that I am being smart, safe, and getting better and fitter each day. They take great pride in their work and it shows.
The programming is amazing too. The programmers are meticulous about every aspect — even the warmup exercises! It’s awesome to know how much thought goes into every movement of every workout all in an effort to make me better. It’s that care and passion that sets CFNYC above the rest. There is definite strategy behind the programming and it is geared to make you better while still being safe… no meat-​head-​random-​kill-​yourself-​til-​you-​hurt-​yourself workouts here… We go hard. But we do it smart.
One of the things I love best is the schedule — there are so many classes. With my job some days are longer than others and I hate the idea of not being able to catch a workout b/​c I had a last minute fire-​drill at the office. These guys offer so many classes that it is very easy on a daily basis to pick a time that works with my schedule. If I have a long day and miss my usual time, I love knowing I can catch a class a little later and don’t have to skip my workout. They also offer a bunch of different types of classes: elements, beginner level, experience level, oly lifting, active recovery, how-​to-​seminars, and competition team workouts. There is something for everyone and each track’s programming is developed with that same thorough thought process.
Did I mention it is a lot of fun?! B/​c it is so much fun. Yeah a ton of fun. Starts my day with a smile and a social hang with my gym buddies before taking on the rest of my day.
Also since joining I dropped 2 pant sizes… so there’s that too! Just sayin’!
This place is dope. Just go already! :)

I’ve been a member of CFNYC for 11 months and 7 days. It has been a positive life changing experience. Crossfit is what the individual makes of it and it’s absolutely not for everyone… but it can be one of the best experiences of your life if you put in the time and effort. The coaches at CFNYC absolutely have training goals and plans. They even offer beginner and experienced WODS for people at different levels of learning with CF.
People who have experience dropping in to different boxes should learn quickly that each box has it own personality and it’s own situation. CFNYC is smack dab in the middle of Manhattan… but the staff and coaches are constantly making improvements and changes to give the members the best experience possible. In the past several months they have added Olympic Lifting classes 6 days/​week, multiple Active Recovery classes, Endurance classes, and specialty classes offering help with particular skills on average once/​month.
There are a lot of members, a lot of classes and there will be positive and negative views about this… but it is by FAR worth it to find your place, share your bar, and help to motivate the other people in the class. It’s an awesome experience and it will always feel like my «home» box.

I have been a member for over a year. I can honestly say joining this gym has been one of the best fitness decisions I have made. Bottom line: if your looking for scented candles, artisnal water with vegan gourmet smoothies, move on.
Most members work traditional working hours and their peak times are busy. That being said, it is operated in an extremely efficient manner with a ton of classes. The programming is well thought-​out and based on a system of evaluating weakness of the members as whole.
There are plenty of well qualified coaches which guide members through various warmups and technique oriented lifts to avoid injury. Crossfit can be rough on your body if you don’t take your time and not «bro-​it» by exceeding your limits. Coaches won’t pressure you, constantly review proper technique and often remind you to work within their suggested limits. You know… so you can actually walk pain free the next day.
They have recently began an Olympic wieghtlifiting class, which could be dangerous for inexperienced lifters (I include myself in there). Coach Brian actually records everyone’s max lifts to come up with an individually prescribed weight lifting routine for everyone to follow that is fun and constantly varied aka «coaching».
He’s a pro when it comes to teaching fitness. His coaching avoids injury so we spend less time injured and more time on the barbell doing lifts. Additionally, other coaches provide special instructional seminars, private coaching, various beginner and experienced workouts and active recovery and mobility classes. Pretty comprehensive.
With regards to comradery and community, it is definitely infectious when you have a group of people who workout together on a regular basis, you cannot help but root each other on and watch you and your friends break-​personal records. The gym regularly holds events both fitness and socially oriented to further foster community.
Again, Bottom Line: «you get out what you put in» and I have not regretted one minute inside this gym.

Simply put, I love this crossfit gym! The class sign-​up process is efficient and user-​friendly, the WOD programming is thoughtful and effective, and the coaches are dedicated and knowledgeable. I started working out here approximately a year ago having never done organized crossfit. I progressed through the Elements classes (intro-​level classes that teach you how to do the basic crossfit movements), Beginner WODs for about 4 months, and Experienced WODs ever since. The classes are well-​executed — comprehensive warmups, deliberate skill-​work, and intense barbell and/​or cardio-​work depending on the workout. Attendees in the experienced WODs vary widely in terms of ability but the coaches execute the class in a professional manner that ensures that everyone gets an equivalently effective workout.
The coaches are friendly, motivated, and dedicated. The gym administrators listen to members’ needs and desires, frequently adding or adjusting classes based on demand. The gym often conducts specialty classes in the evenings and on weekends to target specific exercises — i.e. olympic lifts, rowing, double-​unders, muscle-​ups, etc. There is a sense of community at the gym and the coaches go out of their way to foster camaraderie and teamwork amongst members. The gym has 2 locations on the west-​side of Manhattan — 28^th street and 67^th street — and both are convenient to the subway.
I strongly recommend this gym to beginners or experienced crossfitters living in or visiting NYC.

This is exactly what Crossfit is not about. Folks who attend here are really clueless about what a good gym is all about. The gym offers classes every 15 minutes on the hour, and they divide the gym space up into 25% halves. The issue is that the gym is not that large, and space is beyond cramped.
The gym is similar in size to my home CF gym in Chicago (CF defined), yet they have 80 folks doing CF at a time compared to 25 folks at a time in my gym. This CF gym only cares about getting in as many people as possible, and making as much money as they can. Coaches are non motivated/​and are non interested for the most part.
Since all they do is cram folks into very tight spacing, the programming they offer is very very limited. They tailor the programming to what they can fit vs. what they actually should be doing. Since space is so limited, you will find folks switching off jump roping during warmups, having 3 people on a bar bell, and very limited WODs.
The programming is also very non Scientifc and never follows 4 weeks cycles, they seem like they simply throw out workouts without a reason behind why you are doing it. I would look for a much more intimate gym if you are looking to try CF as a beginner.

I’ve been going to Crossfit NYC for two years now and have loved it since day one. I was admittedly a little skeptical when first joining due to the sheer size of CFNYC and the number of classes, but once I joined and found my class (es), I couldn’t imagine leaving anytime soon.
Coaching here is great. The general consensus is to teach all movements responsibly, which I find refreshing. They limit what they can do to avoid injuries, and all the staff I’ve come in to contact with are totally willing to replace a movement if you’re unable to perform it (often give you scaling options during the workout review). A number of the coaches have a specialty, so that is incredibly helpful for feedback when in a class.
The people here take this gym beyond a good workout. With all the social outings and events, everyone is incredibly welcoming and you always get to meet new people. Again, the size was intimidating at first, but at the same time, you’re always meeting new people doing different things. Also, with a large number of people comes a large number of classes, so there’s almost always a class to accommodate your schedule.
Lastly, the space is clean, up kept and another floor is being added for more space/​classes (28^th St). There are always new shirts coming out too!

Black Box is run like a factory. The staff isn’t particularly friendly, and many of the coaches seem to only be there so that they can train for free. In fact, the only time coaches seem to pay attention to you is when they’re triple-​checking attendance to make sure no one has dropped in for free. Doesn’t much foster a sense of community when you’re just a name to be checked off.
Four or five classes run simultaneously in quadrants across a huge room, which often makes it virtually impossible to hear your coach. And for some weird reason, one coach often made our warm-​up exercise a run around the block, which is a poor choice when you’re 4 flights up AND the gym is located in one of the most pedestrian-​heavy neighborhoods in Manhattan.
The men’s locker room is often so full, I’ve had to change in a toilet stall. And their sign-​up policy is ASININE. When you live in a city that’s brought to its knees when a train line goes down, you’d think a gym wouldn’t penalize its own members by prohibiting them from signing up for classes ahead of time, all while STILL CHARGING THEM.
Truly a terrible experience. I would never, ever recommend anyone to Black Box.

It bothers me that I have to write this, but I feel its necessary. Black Box has a reputation for being the best box in NYC as it is one of the first CrossFit gyms in the country, so I was highly disappointed after going to four classes. I’ve been doing CF for 1.5 years and did the beginner class each time there.
If you are an experienced CrossFit athlete, this is certainly one of the better gyms in NYC so definitely check it out, but if you are brand new or are still a beginner, I wouldn’t recommend it at all.
The Good: large, clean space in a central NYC location. Great equipment. Lots of athletes. Great facilities (by NYC standards). Flexible class schedule.
The Bad: Instructors couldn’t care less to be there and acted like their job was done once they explained the workout. Coach would not be the word I would use to describe any of them. I tried classes with four different instructors because I didn’t want to believe that all of them were like this but seemed consistent across them. There was absolutely no explanation of how to perform movements correctly and frankly encouraged people to load the weight regardless of their skill/​strength level. One instructor even asked if anyone didn’t know the movement, in which a few people raised their hand yes only to be ignored and told «no time to explain, need to start the workout». More or less, a «grip it and rip it» attitude with complete disregard to proper form. Also, movement focused warm-​ups were virtually non-​existent. All of this is a recipe for disaster given that most CF movements are technical or if not done correctly will absolutely lead to injury.

What can I say, If you’re into CrossFit this is the place. I came across CrossFit NYC the Black Box in 2013, I was visiting NYC from the UK, My Coach Mike Rawlinson from CrossFit Leeds recommend this place. I decided to sign up for 2 weeks, & it was a great experience. I met most of the coaches, got to know members, everyone was friendly, & encouraging. The coaching was second to none. I was visiting again in 2014, this time signing up for 6 weeks, another great experience. On both occasions I returned to the UK fitter & stronger. Now I’ve emigrated, & this is the box I’ve chosen as my CrossFit home. This business is run professionally based on great ethics, honesty, from the front desk right through to the coaching, & cleaning. I got a little surprise when I walked in to sign up full time I was told I had a credit on my account, they had tried to refund the over payment, but I’d closed that credit card account. Now If you’re visiting the area, or thinking of joining a box in the City this is the place to be, plenty of subway stops close by.
I attended classes run by the following
Coach Michael J Bultman
Coach Brian DeGenarro
Coach Kevin Prowse
All Very meticulous going through the warmups, technique, cool downs, even giving me homework in areas I should work on in my own time.
Very clean, & tidy box with a great view too

My respect for this gym is on how they run their business, the competence on some of the trainers and the locations.
The reason why I don’t go here anymore is the workout and also the members.
I used to be a big crossfit fan and loved the intensity of the workout. I thought I was invincible and would never get injured. I ignored my friends and all the articles about how bad it is for your joints, etc. and well — now I have a torn shoulder. Bad form? Maybe. But I can tell you that for the 2 years I was a member I was constantly taking 1 – 2 month breaks to give my knees, hips and elbows a rest. I was only 27 at the time and for the most part, very healthy and in-​shape. The stress that kipping and jerking and all this nonsense puts on your body is terrible.
Again, lot of respect to the business. I can say this is the best managed, run gym I’ve ever been to.
If you truly believe in crossfit as a workout, you should like this place.
Sully — awesome coach. Kevin — awesome coach and some of the girls were great coaches too.
I didn’t find the members to be very friendly. Everyone seemed to think they were special because they do crossfit. I thought most of them were shmucks.
I now no longer do crossfit and find combat sports to be a better workout and also more fun. For any crossfit junkies, this place is probably for you.

If you are considering trying crossfit, this is the place to do it. They offer the most classes per day out of any box in NYC and they have some of the best instructors. I recommend Kevin, he’s simply the best and will make sure you aren’t doing any exercises incorrectly.

I swear this is a review for CFNYC but I have to preface it with the below so you get where I’m coming from!
CFSLU is my home, my community and I always feel so spoiled every time I walk thru our garage door. Why? Because our equipment is clean and very well taken care of; the coaches are professional and encouraging; they give a shit about what you’re doing (even if it’s a simple hip stretch); they foster a tight knit community; they give you a hell yeah high five after a heavy and tough lift; and they encourage us to have fun while sweating buckets during a WOD.
CFNYC has not only lived up to its reviews, but also has earned the «home away from home» title! They manage to fit what looked like 3 classes in their space, run several a day (every half hour!) and even split up classes by experience. Beginners’ class was def not easy!
Kasey is AWESOME and so welcoming, which is something I felt was extremely important for a gym that hosts a ton of drop ins. She asked me questions and expressed genuine interest in who I was, where I came from and gave me tips on how to deal with my tender left hip flexor for the next few days while I’m in town.
A chick in the class approached me, said she was glad there was another gal in class and commended me after our 20min AMRAP. SO nice!
Equipment is awesome (Rogue everything, just like home), they have a ton of cubbies for your stuff and a huge fridge with cold water. Hell, they even have a sensored water fountain.
So glad I decided to drop into black box. They’re super legit and I can’t wait to drop in the next time I’m in NYC!
PS (as if I haven’t talked enough) — the tanks and drop in fees are reasonably priced at $ 15 and $ 25, respectively.

Ok. So I am a girly girl. I am talking a Bikram Yoga and Soul Cycle chick. Those are both– not easy. But, girly. I’d wear bootie shorts to yoga and sweat it out and dance on the bike at Soul Cycle. Looking to really focus and get more fit, I wanted to try CrossFit. Mind you, prior to CFNYC, I have NEVER lifted weights in my life. Minus 2 lb hand weights :)
I am SO GLAD I came to CFNYC. I took the free intro class and was hooked. Even with a consistent schedule of Bikram and cycling, I left super super sore.
I then signed up for elements. David is the SHIT! Do not be intimated. Try it out. They teach you all the basic moves and will NOT let you add weight if you are doing it wrong. They also don’t make you feel like an ass if you are doing it wrong. Do not believe the lies of getting hurt, etc. You can get hurt doing anything if you are careless and do not listen to your body.
Almost a year later, I can’t imagine not going to xfit and don’t want to leave CFNYC. I still keep in touch with the friends I made in elements and there is def a sense of community. If you get a PR, everyone is genuinely excited for you. High fives happen often.
Coaches are great. They know what they are doing and manage the large classes well. There is no locked down contract and no cancellation fee if you miss class. This is nice. Especially if you have taken Soul Cycle and have had to eat the cost of the $ 35 class due to not canceling the day before. Also, if you call to cancel, everyone is super super nice. It is just easy. Oh AND there are classes about every 20 minutes. It’s awesome for busy New Yorkers.
Super nice box. Super intense workouts. It’s rad. Go.

Unilocal 365 CHALLENGE — 2014: ²⁰⁄₃₆₅
I love the adrenaline that pumps through your body when you do a WOD.
I think I had an extra edge of excitement pumping through me because I was a «visitor dropping in» (from LA) and it just feels amazing to do a WOD on the other side of the country and get to unite with other CrossFitters who share the same passion and appreciation for the sport of fitness.
I got to take the Beginner WOD at 3:00pm with Erica and it was warm smiles all around. The front staff was very helpful and made sure to show me where everything was located in the box.
Today’s WOD was in 2 parts: First part was to build up to a 1 rep max for a Power Clean + a Front Squat within 10 minutes. I PR’d at 95 pounds! Wahoooo!
The second part was 3 rounds for time of: 10 Power Cleans + Front Squat. Then 20 pull ups, of course scaled with bands if needed. I had to scale this second part a lot as most of my strength seemed to be exhausted in the first half of this work out. I almost finished my 3^rd round but time ran out while I was on the last 7 of the 20 pull ups.
There is clearly a well mapped out sequence of levels you can progress towards as you build your strength and ability starting with the Elements, Beginner WOD, All-​Leveled WOD, Experienced WOD, & Competition WODs… not to forget their Endurance WODs.
Overall, it was a pretty awesome experience getting to work out at the oldest CrossFit box in New York City.