CrossFit Pendulum

Clique-​y and unprofessional.
Shortly after joining this box I received a threat from the spouse of one of the trainers. Drew ignored my first attempt to deal with the situation, and when I followed up a second time felt the need to explain how the situation was not his problem. Not a safe or healthy place to work out, and I’m out all of my money.

I went to two drop in classes.
I am from NY and travel for work.
Over the last 3 ½ years I have dropped in to at least 15 different boxes. Coach Chris is one of the best I have worked with — she was able to really coach me and taught me new techniques that I will bring to my home box. Very impressed with the box itself and most importantly the coaching.

Shout out to our coaches who program our WODS:
Thank you! Your programming works. I’m 18 months into Crossfit now. When I first started, I was a 5-​days a weeker. Then I got into my first-​ever competition and it became 6 days a week with occasional 2-​a-​days (which felt like I was just beginning crossfit again for the first time).
Lately, my job is getting more demanding and travel schedule is increasing. I can’t be as competitive as I was, at least not for now. I’m noticing I’ve reduced WODS to 4 – 5 days a week and sometimes even 3 depending on schedule, but here’s the amazing thing: I’m STILL improving. Still getting results. Still getting PR’s (when I’m not a head-​case), and still feeling strong and healthy. Why am I not plateauing even though I’m coming to the box LESS? It’s the programming! It’s the weeks in and out of organized variation that our coaches (Drew) meticulously plan. Plus not eating crap all the time, that helps. There will be a season where I’m back in my amateur competition-​mode. But until then, as long as I’m consistent, I know I will see improvements in my fitness because Crossfit Pendulum programming has a serious method to it’s madness. Yay!

Great coaches, encouraging environment, awesome community of people, top notch (and recently expanded) facilities, multiple class times, … On and on I can go. You won’t find another box with such attentive and knowledgeable coaching and such a great community of people

I have been a part of two different boxes and done drop in’s for many different boxes. I have been a part of crossfit pendulum of a little over a year now. For me to actually stay with a box for that long means a lot.
The box itself if is pretty spacious and they keep it very clean. My favorite apart of it is that they don’t use cheap equipment and everything is high end.
The coaches are very experienced, professional, and friendly. I think the best part is the personal attention the coaches give you. I find it pretty amazing that the coaches can name all of the members at the box and tell you their weakness, strengths, and even their personalities. Which, it shows me that they actually care about their members and pay close attention. In something like crossfit you really need a coach watching you and paying attention to you, as opposed to staring at their phones while the class wods.
I highly recommend Crossfit pendulum, for the person that wants to try crossfit, to the experience crossfiter. You won’t regret it. Trust me.

Great! Awesome! Incredible! These are the words that come to me when I think about CrossFit Pendulum. I’ve always kept myself in decent shape. I had heard a lot about CrossFit over the years, some positive and some negative. I have seen the crazy videos and heard about the injuries. I had to see for myself, I started out in the beginning 101 class. It was a great place to start, it gave me all the fundamentals of proper lifting, getting rest and nutrition. My coach «Liz» was supportive and pushed us to our limits within the boundaries of safety. I’m now in my sixth week at the box and I can see my overall improvement. The owner Drew has been supportive from day one, even returning my first call for information on the box when he was at the airport leaving for vacation.
This past week I ran a 5K in 29 minutes, «I HATE RUNNING»! I felt so good about being able to push myself to finish, and I owe it all to CrossFit Pendulum. The atmosphere at the gym is friendly, everyone gives support and pushes each other no matter what level you are. I’ve been to gyms before where the experienced members look down on the beginners, not at this box it’s like a big family.
If you are looking to get started in CrossFit, experience or beginner this is the box for you. I’m looking forward to seeing where I am three months from now. Based on all of the above I highly recommend that you give CrossFit Pendulum a shot! I’m going to the Crossfit Games!
Coop

Dropped in to a couple classes here over the long Thanksgiving weekend and burned off all those calories. Met the owners and coaches. Everyone there was friendly and encouraging. And all of the equipment is so clean and new. I’ve found a place to workout whenever I’m home visiting family. Looking forward to working out here again.

This is a great place to work out. Drew and his staff are really helpful and motivating. The 101 class was friendly and supportive and I’m really glad I got to check this place out. The equipment was clean and the music was awesome. Highly recommend!

Having gotten hurt the first time I did Crossfit several years ago I’ll confess I came in hopeful but a little skeptical. I have a very physical job and just can’t afford another injury for multiple reasons! I’m still in the 101 but needless to say, the longer I am here the more impressed I am. After I got hurt I did a little of my own research and started to realize what good Crossfit coaching should look like. I see both knowledge and wisdom from the coaches at this box. Rather than throwing barbells at people and just telling them to go for it, I see movements being broken down and progressions being used all over the place. Not only is that safer but SO necessary to address those flaws in your form. Speaking of form, the coaches will take note of and help you correct the smallest of flaws you may have. Some might call that nit-​picky, I call it AWESOME! Trust me, you want that! A detailed, technically oriented coach is the kind that will help prevent you from forking out 300 $ for an Xray and therapy on your shoulder –_– (yes that’s what happened to me). But even more impressive, is the fact that I see experienced members cheering, encouraging, and helping out others with less experience. Crossfit can easily take on a «separatist» kind of feel if you aren’t able to do certain moves; the good athletes in one corner and the average athletes in another. It’s VERY clear the owners have worked hard to foster a different kind of community at this box. Being a grad student on a fixed income I’m not sure how long I can stick around. But for whatever time I’m here, I have no doubt it will be worth it. I see a lot of potential for growth as an athlete and good times with great people at Crossfit Pendulum!
**A Little Addendum: I had only planned to stay for a few months. It has now been almost 1 year. That should speak volumes for itself. **

I’ve been going to Pendulum only on Saturdays since I live on the west side, and I’m more than happy to make the commute to Pasadena because of how much I enjoy the WODs at this box. The owners, Drew and Chris, provide solid programming and ensure you complete the movements safely. I have accomplished significant PRs (aka: personal records) at their box because they know how to motivate and push me week over week. Whether or not you’re brand new to Crossfit or someone who’s really seasoned, the coaches will still find a way to challenge you! Not only will you have fun with their WODs, but the staff and members are super friendly. I’d highly recommend it if you live in Pasadena!

I was staying in South pas for a month and wanted to drop into a crossfit. I was originally going to go to 626 but met a trainer at my gym who said she is a pendulum member. She gave me 2 free trial cards. My friend and I went and had a great time. He was new to crossfit but I have experience. They scaled the workout to his needs and took precaution with injury. Dario was a great coach and Drew was really great with welcoming us and motivating us during the workout

One of the better boxes I’ve dropped in. The facility is excellent (including competition plates) and the coaches are knowledgable (L2 certified) and are just as passionate about crossfit as my coaches back home. I will definitely be back the next time I am in town.

I’ve been a member of this box since it opened, and I can honestly say the coaching is some of the best in the area. Since jointing my strength and conditioning has continued to improve. Most importantly my form and awareness to my movements has also improved. Everyone there will always cheer and support you every step of the way whether you’re a person trying to lose some weight or someone looking to compete competitively in crossfit. I highly recommend dropping in to anyone looking to increase their physical fitness.

Crossfit Pendulum is by far the best box around !!! The coaches are extremely experienced, professional, and friendly. Regardless of your Crossfit level, the coaches will explain and tailor your work out with injury free form as a priority.
It feels like a big family where everyone supports and pushes each other. I highly recommend you to come and give it a try.
Easy parking. Clean facility. And you can bring your kids as they have a kids area with games that is visible at all time while you work out !!!

If you are looking for encouragement, commitment, accountability and a healthy community then Crossfit Pendulem is where it’s at! The coaches are very well skilled, compassionate, professional and driven. Crossfit Pendulems coaches are not only knowledgable about crossfit but in all aspects of fitness. Each coach has their different way of training and coaching which makes the working out part very interesting and adaptable. The environment is my favorite part because it’s a very healthy environment, everyone is in community and encouraging each other. If you are looking for a Crossfit box or thinking about crossfit and are in or near the Pasadena area, I highly recommend checking Pendulem out. The members are all at different levels of fitness but the coaches help each individual accomplish each work out of the day by altering to their specific fitness needs. And if you are a lot like me and like personal one on one training … Well guess what?! They have that too! The coaches/​trainers know what they are doing and don’t mess around. Loving environment, great community, amazing workouts, professional and above all great support! I’m a big gal and I crossfit at pendulm. You should too!

Great CrossFit gym! So glad I joined Drew’s CrossFit 101 class. Drew is an excellent trainer and always encourages, motivates, and challenges us. In fact, everyone who is in the class is super friendly and encouraging, too! Obviously, the gym attracts really solid, positive people. Drew and Christine — husband-​and-​wife co-​owners and coaches — are awesome people and excellent trainers with top-​notch knowledge of physiology and CrossFit methods.
I have been a member of 24Hour Fitness in the past and almost joined the new LA Fitness that opened up nearby. Incredibly glad I joined the class at CrossFit Pendulum instead! Knowing myself, I knew I’d have to have a personal trainer and group classes to keep myself moving and motivated, and one day I literally walked in to join LA Fitness. But their customer service was so bad I walked right out again. And then I remembered about the new CrossFit Pendulum. So relieved! I feel so much better supporting a small business than a generic large company that underpays their employees and makes their members feel anonymous.
Couldn’t get any better than CrossFit Pendulum. I feel confident that I“m going to meet my fitness goals and have a positive, friendly experience getting there.
The WODs are really hard! But you can do it!

I was looking around for a crossfit gym in pasadena and eventually found out about this from a friend. Drew and Christina (the owners) are super awesome folks to be training under. They are both very knowledgeable about physiology and how to best motivate each person. They don’t ever put you down but rather just scale everything to what you can handle at your own pace. You can tell that they both are great folks and actually care about the people they train. I have notoriously wide feet which made it difficult to find crossfit shoes. Drew actually emailed a few suggestions for shoes that might work for my super wide feet which was much appreciated and I eventually found a decent pair. The space they have is very clean and neat and also include a children’s play center for those folks with younger kids to watch for. Overall, the best gym and trainers I’ve come across in a long time!

Awesome brand new Crossfit box!!! Drew and Chris not only have the fitness credentials, but really are great trainers! And they are really great people too!