CrossFit Phinney Ridge

Really enjoyed my first class at CrossFit Phinney Ridge. The instructor watched and corrected for form and was happy to suggest modifications for injuries. The studio was clean and well put together in comparison to other CrossFit gyms I’ve visited.

I’ve been to a few CrossFit gyms in the Seattle area, and this was the one I stuck with. It seems like a small thing, but right away I loved it because of the times that the classes were offered — CFPR starts bright and early with a 5:30 time slot. Makes my workout totally doable before work. I also like that I have to sign up ahead of time and can’t cancel at the last minute. It keeps me honest!
But more than that, I love coaches Emily and Jenelle. They’re kind and supportive while also pushing me to challenge myself. They set the tone for an atmosphere that is not aggressive but can be competitive in a friendly way. That means EVERYONE I’ve ever been in a class with at this gym is encouraging and approaches the workouts with a fun sense of humor.
Because the class sizes are limited to a sensible number of people, each person can also get individualized attention. Classes don’t feel rushed, and no one’s allowed to get away with bad form. Ensures safety and a good workout for all!

I started crossfit 5 months ago, at Crossfit Phinney Ridge, and from the fundamentals class until now I have always felt a strong sense of community and support at the gym. The group motivation, the coaching, the butt kicking workouts, they keep me coming back, and my body thanks me! I definitely have a love hate relationship with crossfit, but I have never regretted a workout, highly recommend Crossfit Phinney Ridge!

I’ve been doing CrossFit on a while but I moved around from gym to gym, never really finding a place that felt comfortable, friendly, and also pushed me to get better. Then I found CrossFit Phinney Ridge.
The gym is fantastic. No other way to put it. Everyone is welcoming, excited to see you, and will push you to get better in the best way possible. The class sizes are perfect, capped at 12, and the coaches are awesome. The coaches are knowledgeable, helpful, and focus on form! Emily, the owner, has picked a fantastic staff and their training and knowledge shows just how much they care.
If you’re just starting out at CrossFit, you won’t feel pressured or intimidated like at other gyms. We’re just happy you’re there to share in what we love to do and we’re excited to see you make PRs and learn new skills. If you’re a veteran at the sport, you’ll fit right in.
By the end of the hour everyone will know your name and you’ll be excited to come back.

Dropped in this week. Super friendly people. First class free. Well kept equipment. Good workout. Definitely recommend! Seemed like a nice community

I just started working out here and let’s just say intimidation was the main concern… until I actually started. Communication with the owner was prompt, precise and reassuring. The two ladies that led the fundamentals class are not intimidating, geeky and fun (in a good way), thorough and safe. I’ve been to other CF before and let’s just say that my proverbial testicles will never be big enough. I don’t feel threatened and I get a decent workout. Brett is also a very thorough teacher. He’s all about form and I’m glad that he helicopters the participants. Emily is also great and down to earth. My boyfriend has been attending for months and I think it’s safe to say he’s fully committed. Arrive a bit early. Parking is unavailable sometimes.

I should probably start this off by saying that for the longest time, I hated CrossFit and thought the concept of being «very good at exercising» was dumb. For this reason, I stuck with my standard chain gym membership. The problem was that I couldn’t hold myself accountable to actually attend said chain gym regularly. After an absurd amount of research, I decided to give in and I’m really happy I did.
With a set schedule, you feel more inclined to show up and you’re surrounded by people pushing you to do your best work. The coaches are also really encouraging and knowledgable. The game changer is that classes are pretty small so you don’t get lost in the crowd with really bad form if you’re new to the lifts. And if you ever need extra love, the coaches will be there to give it. All you have to do is show up, work hard for an hour, and get back to your day.
After just a few months, my pants are starting to fit and I can kettle bell swing a small child. CrossFit might not be for everyone, but it’s definitely worth trying out and this is a pretty solid place to start.

If you like rows elliptical machines and treadmills in front of televisions, or muscle isolation exercises and loads of attitude, then I suggest looking elsewhere. If you want to get into, and stay in, the best shape of your life, with increased strength, endurance, and mobility in a friendly, low-​key environment, then give CrossFit Phinney Ridge a try.
I’ve done CrossFit for a while at a number of gyms and feel that with it’s variety of movements and focus on functional exercises, utilizing multiple muscle groups at once, CF really is one of the very best ways to stay fit. However, every gym is different and some can be more aggro than others. With her top notch crew of knowledgable, encouraging, and compassionate coaches, Emily has created a fantastic place to work hard and have fun, with a neighborhood feel, for a wide variety of ages and abilities. The primary focus is on proper form, community, and encouragement — all of which keep you injury-​free and stoked to keep going.

CFPR is the bees knees. I love the 5:30 am class time so I can get my workout on before work and the teachers are phenom. They all care about making sure you work hard, without compromising form to prevent injury. From themed workouts to happy hours to nutrition challenge, this gym is one heck of a community — Emily also puts in a lot of effort to be part of the Greenwood/​Phinney community… and that I really appreciate!

Take a very cool owner/​trainer, add a few more knowledgeable and supportive trainers and add a great community of people and you get Crossfit Phinney Ridge.
This is the third Crossfit Gym I have been a member and let me tell you, its one heck of a good time. Class sizes are a perfect size. You aren’t lost in the mix and never wonder if you are in correct form. Its a challenging workout each time and you find yourself always wanting to come back for more.
All the coaches are not only precise and attentive, but very supportive and encouraging throughout the hour.
Never will you feel out of place. Whether you are new to CrossFit or exercise in general, there are always options to scale down to meet your needs, but still maintain that «burn.»
Finally, the community. We are just a great bunch :).

Crossfit Phinney Ridge is a great place to learn the basics of Crossfit, as well as expand your existing knowledge as well!
The coaching staff is fantastic, and always filled with energy (even at 5am), which is very hard to do!
Every day is a different workout, so you never get bored and feel stagnant or in a routine.
The Crossfit Phinney Ridge community is amazing, and the friendships that I have made here will last for forever. The people you are working out with know exactly how it feels to get through a tough workout, and are there to be your biggest supporters to help you finish.
It truly is a family!

I’ve been doing CrossFit for 3 years now and 2 at CrossFit Phinney Ridge. It is a wonderful and supportive atmosphere with a wide range of ages and skill levels. Everyone is super friendly and the training is very attentive and on point. My skills and strength have Improved drastically since joining here and I love having a 3^rd place to go to. Love this community!

My girlfriend and I were visiting Seattle from out-​of-​town, and this little nook was walking distance from our place. Meagan was there when we arrived; she was very friendly and got us all signed up. Meagan gave me some great feedback on my split jerk and press.
The class size was small, it looked like their 5:30pm class was a little bigger. Overall, it was a great box and instructor. Thanks for having us!

This gym has changed my life!
Signing up to take the fundamentals course is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The fundamentals course gave me an introduction to the basic movements I would need to be successful in my transition to regular group classes.
Once I started participating in regular group classes I quickly realized that this gym takes form very seriously and holds it as priority number one. Scaling exercises to an individual’s abilities is encouraged until you gain strength and mobility to progress in certain movements. Therefore, everyone has a personally challenging yet safe workout experience.
Along with high regard to safety this gym has solid programming and a very welcoming, friendly, neighborhood feel. I’ve never felt judged or uncomfortable when working out. People are friendly and the gym has a monthly social activity so you’ll likely end up making pretty good friends with the members.
I highly recommend this gym to people looking at switching boxes or to anyone thinking of trying out crossfit for the first time.

The best work out I have had in years!

When I started I thought, «Wouldn’t it be funny, and totally unlike me, if I became one of those super strong, athletic people who goes to the gym all the time?!» And yea, that’s pretty much what’s happened. 3.5 months in I feel and look like a million bucks. I LOVE going to the gym, which I seriously never thought would happen to this couch potato. Emily and other coaches are fantastic. They encourage me to push myself just hard enough, always watching for form and safety. I’ve really got a great community now and support network based around CrossfFit! Can’t speak highly enough about it.

I’m was a CrossFit newbie and now a solid month in and have only great things to say about CrossFit Phinney Ridge. It is my new favorite!
I recommend the private Fundamentals class– although I’m sure the group fundamentals class is awesome too– where you will learn to do the various exercises correctly and safely. All the Trainers are friendly and knowledgeable, so you’re sure to have fun while getting a great workout no matter who is instructing that day.
Great location, facility, variety of class times, and equipment. Everyone I’ve met in class has been cool too. Fun, supportive atmosphere! Don’t be intimidated or whatever… Check it out.
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I’ve been attending small group training with my aunt for the past couple weeks and omg, Emily has totally turned me into someone who won’t stfu about how awesome CrossFit is.
Whether your goal is to feel strong, lose weight, or just get off your butt, Emily is really good at being the proper mix of motivating and understanding when you’re just not going to make it through that last rep. My aunt has a limited fitness background and I’m just plain out of shape — she’s awesome at tailoring the workout to not overwhelm or intimidate, and she goes out of her way to tell us how we can replicate the workouts at home.
If you want to surround yourself with positivity and find yourself glowing and flexing your newly found muscles at every opportunity, you should totally check out CF Phinney Ridge. (The only thing keeping me from getting a full membership is the thought of a thrice-​weekly drive from Bellevue to Seattle :’()

An outstanding community gym. Emily strikes a nice balance between making workouts enjoyable and pushing you to improve. The gym’s emphasis on building strength alongside the more traditional CrossFit «burner» type workouts has proven very effective for me and many other members. I would describe the programming as intentional and effective. The community feeling in the gym is warm and welcoming of all levels of fitness. This is the first gym I enjoy going to even though it challenges me.