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Information about CrossFit® Central London
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 6:30-19:30
- tuesday: 6:30-19:30
- wednesday: 6:30-19:30
- thursday: 6:30-19:30
- friday: 6:30-19:30
- saturday: 10h-12h
Our comment from FitFit UK about CrossFit Central London:
CrossFit Central London is a highly recommended gym located in the heart of London, known for its welcoming atmosphere and excellent coaching staff. Many users have praised the skillful and attentive coaches, who provide personalized guidance and encouragement for members of all levels. The gym is well-equipped with ample space, making it a fantastic place for workouts.
Highlights of this gym include:
- Friendly and supportive community
- Challenging and varied classes
- Great programming tailored to individual abilities
- Accessible drop-in options for visitors
- Convenient location near public transport
While some users noted issues with customer service, especially regarding drop-in processes and administration, the overwhelming sentiment reflects a positive experience in the gym itself. Overall, CFCL stands out as a top-notch CrossFit facility in London, perfect for newcomers and experienced athletes alike looking for a motivating workout environment.
Services, Machines and Guided Classes
CrossFit® Central London: Opinions
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend CrossFit Central London. The coach is awesome - very skilled and mindful of all those in the class. The gym is well equipped and welcoming. Definitely coming back to visit!
Fantastic experience: Thank’s for a good workout ❤️ Easy to find, the staff was amazing… I left with a big smile I will be back next time I’m London
Fantastic experience: Great coaching alongside a good community. Health and Fitness at their best
Fantastic experience: If you're into CrossFit and are looking for a Box with great coaches, accessible programming and an engaging community, look no further than Central. I was a member for 10-years before moving away and dropped in recently for a class and was delighted to see what the new management team are doing. Do check it out.
Fantastic experience: Great gym and coaches. I was visiting London for the 1st time and found CrossFit central London. I felt very welcomed and Ian was great. While it was my 1sr time here, I felt as if I was at my home gym. Definitely coming back again
Fantastic experience: I was a little worried after reading some of the older reviews….my experience today was perfect. Coach Becca super nice with lots of helpful tips, very nice crowd!
Fantastic experience: Best CrossFit gym in London! Coaching is top notch, classes are challenging and fun and the community is amazing!
Fantastic experience: I dropped in a few times on my business trip. Great coaches with great instructions and new ways to cue that I haven't heard before. Really enjoyed the time. Also super unique location, truly it's own place. Def will be back when I'm back in London
Fantastic experience: Dropped in while on a work trip. Great box with friendly and attentive coaches. Will be back next time I am in London.
Negative experience: I tried to join this gym on multiple occasions. Their admin is really poor. After 3 tries, someone contacted me via WhatsApp. Her name was Marina and she arranged an introductory visit. I went to the address at the agreed time, and no one was there. Marina was not answering her phone. The gym was closed. They wasted my time and still have the audacity to ignore my messages. I am wondering if this really is a crossfit gym.
Fantastic experience: CFCL is home away from home when I’m in London from the States. I’m usually there for a week or more at a stretch, and visiting this gym is one thing I look forward to the most when in town. I love walking over from the hotel at 6am, down the alley and into the expansive space where people are getting at it. The WOD’s are always good and I especially appreciate the coaches - I look forward to seeing my Boston brethren Douglas and I also had Becca coach this week and both are always awesome. Definitely visit when you’re in town.
Fantastic experience: This is my first time to join the CrossFit out side of Japan, I was a little anxious But class member and coach are very friendly and I had a fun time. Also coach is amazing, he gave me a goal , so I was tried to beat to achieve the goal. Thank you so much. I want to go back again!!
Negative experience: Not exactly the friendliest box when it comes to drop-in visitors. Inquired about drop-in packages but was sent links that don’t even work (links led to error pages). Once in London, dropped by the box to find out the guy who sent me the email and confirmation text no longer works there. Was promised to be contacted by the end of the day regarding the new drop-in packages but they never reached out. Either the box is understaffed, drop-in visitors aren’t their main targets, or they don’t have a good data safety and privacy terms in place. Won’t recommend this box if you’re a visitor.
Fantastic experience: Nice friendly gym, easy system to book for a drop in (£25 for a single class).
Fantastic experience: I was brand new to London and crossfit, but this place made me feel welcomed and supported. Shout out Ruben who not only coached but also helped me out later in the day when I was lost and had no charge on my phone!
Fantastic experience: Dropped into the morning class - great gym, great coaching…. Will definitely drop in again!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym with coaches who actively seek out opportunities to coach and refine your movement patterns whether you’re a beginner or advanced athlete. Coach Doug & Coach Ruben are good people and make you feel welcome. Good programming, too, for the few days I was there! Thoroughly enjoyed the overall experience and now I have a “home” gym away from home next time I’m in London.
Fantastic experience: Great gyn
Fantastic experience: Perfect place for a drop-in :) I had a really great time
Fantastic experience: My boyfriend Elvin and I came to visit London and had to came in! It was an great workout, and a super nice trainer! Thank you!
Fantastic experience: Awesome box. Very inclusive. Stellar community! Can't say enough about the great people there. Spent a week training here and did 24.2 and 24.3 for the Open while I was in town for work. Will be my permanent London gym going forward!
Fantastic experience: Dropped in to an 07.30 class in January. Super friendly with great coaching, I couldn't recommend enough! See you again CF Central London
Fantastic experience: First time in London and wanted to find a good place to train. So looked up CF Central London and man did they not disappoint! Great gym with amazing members and coaches as well! Everyone was so warm and welcoming! The coaches are top notch! They really focus on you and the class and making sure you are safe and always pushing you to be better! If you’re thinking about checking them out, then definitely just go! You will love it!
Thanks Casey, absolutely pleasure to have you!
Fantastic experience: Lots of love for this place. Been going here regularly for over a year now and honestly, I’m obsessed! The coaches are fun and friendly and they work off the “levels method” approach so there’s a ton of scaling options depending on your ability. Would highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Gym is located down an alley but there are multiple signs so it's easy to find. Great drop in! Everyone was welcoming and the gym is impressively big for central London. Easy walk from Waterloo station and easy booking (25£) on the website.
Fantastic experience: I visited CFCL while working in London. Loved it! Really friendly coaches who engage you, other members were welcoming too, and the facility itself has great equipment, if just a little bit worn. Would highly recommend visiting if you're in the area!
Fantastic experience: The CrossFit experience has been great. The coaches (Joseph, Doug and Becs) take care to make sure you are doing all the movements safely and that you have fun. Clear goals and progression and lots of variety. Great classes for any level. Loving it.
Fantastic experience: I joined CFCL three months ago having never stepped foot in a gym or done regular exercise. Because I lacked confidence, I started with 1:1 sessions with Doug, which turned out to be the best decision I could've made. Doug gave me a crash course in CrossFit, meaning I had the confidence to then join the classes. For the first time in my life I'm now exercising regularly (and even enjoying it!) which is testament to the amazing coaches who make the classes really fun. I really appreciate the way they take the time to explain every exercise/movement and check in throughout the class so I feel comfortable and safe. I've seen a lot of improvements already in just three months - not only have I started to build muscle but I've also seen big improvements to my mental health. Huge thank you to Doug, Joe and Becca for pushing me to be better!
Fantastic experience: I've joined CFCL three months ago with having tried only one other CrossFit gym beforehand. Really impressed with the coaches (thanks Joe, Becca, Doug!) who are friendly, approachable, and very focused on your technique regardless of your experience. The thing I like the best is their deliberate approach to scale each WOD for your ability, with 5+ scaled varieties of each WOD. The gym also helps you track your overall level/ability across various movements. This tends to be motivational by giving achievable milestones for each individual to try and surpass. Hoping to stick around for a long time, and would highly recommend (especially if you consider yourself a novice/beginner).
Fantastic experience: Well equipped, friendly and professional staff, well located and a great variety of scheduled classes. I popped in for a drop in class while visiting London and would definitely go again next time I visit. I would choose this box for my daily workouts in a heartbeat. Thanks for having me!
Fantastic experience: I participated in the drop-in class at 7:30 in the morning on September 29th. The coaches are very friendly and the quality of coaching is quite high. In the meantime, he paid attention to whether I understood it well. The members are also friendly and passionate. It's been a while since I scratched my shins because of the max box jump. I was very motivated. It was short but a really good experience. Good box.
Fantastic experience: I started working with Nelly after discovering I have an ulcer. I didn’t work with her to mend the ulcer but the news gave me the push to finally eat properly and feel healthy. I have worked with her now for 6 weeks and Nelly has taught me so much. The changes have been so simple and I haven’t felt in the least bit deprived. I now drink water throughout the day - sounds simple but I have never drunk water. I eat more than I ever have and now have so much energy. I enjoy our weekly catch up talking about how I’ve been feeling, what I’ve been eating and any challenges I’ve encountered. It really keeps me on track as does the daily app which Nelly updates on a weekly basis. I look forward to carrying on learning more from Nelly and seeing more steady progress. I know I couldn’t do it without her.
Fantastic experience: What an absolute gem of a gym. I would give them 10 gold stars if google let me. The coaches are so supportive, the level method system is designed to make everyone feel like they’re working at their own pace. I joined feeling really unfit and overweight and a bit intimidated by the idea of joining a gym. I was made to feel so welcome and part of the Cross Fit Community straight away. My coach, Joe, has made this such a fun experience that I am now fitter, happier, stronger, lighter and completely hooked on being part of this amazing inspiring crew. I genuinely love the feeling that you get when you see that next little bit of progress.
Fantastic experience: Great little box. They do limit class size to 12 so strongly suggest signing up for the class you want before trying to just walk in. I showed up for 10am but had to wait til 11am. Nice coach and friendly members. Relatively easy to find in the Bankside neighborhood, it’s in the alley road but CityMapper gets you right to the front doo (my google maps got a little confused but got me just the wrong side of the building so I walked around and found it). Good gym. Would go again next time I’m in the neighborhood! (And only 10 minute walk to Bourough Market if you like after your workout)
Fantastic experience: Been a member for about 2 months. CrossFit reputation sometimes precedes itself but I can honestly say this is the most welcoming, thoughtful and deliberate group exercise class I've been to. I've tried F45, 1Rebel, gyming by myself, and none of those situations gave me the same attention to detail (each session being catered for my knee injury, development check ins, friendly and chatty coaches). If you're debating a way to keep in shape and want it tailored for injury, or if you've never done CrossFit before (both me!) then this is a fantastic place to start.
Fantastic experience: I could not recommend CrossFit Central London enough! When I joined almost a year ago I had no idea what am I getting into, this gym has completely changed the way I see exercising and building confidence! Last year when I walked in through the doors I could have not dreamt of ever joining CrossFit Open or Olympic Weightlifting Competitions, but the the support given by coaches and other members have helped me build enough confidence to give it a go and I LOVED IT! The difference it made to my physical and mental health is astonishing! Special THANK YOU to Douglas, Joseph and Becca for exceptional coaching and always going an extra mile to make each and every class challenging, enjoyable and most of all always being the biggest cheerleaders and supporters! If you're like me looking to start your CrossFit journey, but might not feel confident enough to rock up to the CrossFit Box, come to CrossFit Central London and I promise all your worries will disappear with the very first class! Thank you CFCL Team! :)
Fantastic experience: The first and only box I’ve joined since I started my CrossFit journey 2 years ago. Great coaching team. Doug has been coaching me with all sort of movements in the most efficient way, especially with front squats. Really pleased with the progress. Most importantly it’s a friendly community, and the vibe is immaculate. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Great box, with attentive coaches and good atmosphere. New ownership have breathed new life into the place.
Thanks Adam, we really appreciate your support during the transition.
Fantastic experience: Great place to work out and great location too
Fantastic experience: Awesome CrossFit gym - joined the lessons 2 days while travelling and they were very welcoming and professional. The quality of the trainings is amazing and they teach you the technique very well. Also they are able to help you no matter your level which is great. Will definitely come back!
Fantastic experience: Great people, welcoming atmosphere, helpful coaches; I’d recommend to anyone looking for a good workout!
Fantastic experience: Been to many gyms and boxes and stopped in for an evening session. Facility is fantastic, even moreso in central London. I had a class with Becca, she was super welcoming, professional and brought a great energy to the class. The gym even has a really clear system to show you how to scale your workouts depending on level, really nice touch. Would recommend and will be coming back.
Thanks for dropping in with us for a CrossFit class at CrossFit Central London Jordan! Amazing to have you come and train with us - Shall see you again at the gym soon!
Fantastic experience: What a workout! Ton of fun. Great atmosphere, location, athletes and coaches! Will certainly cone back.
Thanks for coming to do a CrossFit class with us at CrossFit Central London Kody! Love to have you back next time you're around
Fantastic experience: I love this box. As a drop-in you always feel very welcomed. Very skilled coaches. A great experience each time I go there. Thanks to all!!!!
Thanks for your kind words. We love meeting athletes from other boxes around the world. Hope we get to see you next time you are in London
Fantastic experience: Dropped in this morning with Coach Brian and had a great experience. Clean, spacious gym with equipment in good shape. Everyone in the class was friendly and welcoming. I will definitely drop in again.
Thanks Sam, was a pleasure meeting you. Hope we get to see you again next time you're in London
Fantastic experience: This is a great gym. It may be a smaller one, but it's very friendly and welcoming and overall I have enjoyed myself far more than I deserve. So to get this out of the way - I didn't enjoy all of the coaches as no one can please everyone, but Brian, the owner, is a great guy and a wonderful coach! If you enjoy morning workouts, do sign up for his class. The workouts come in two parts - first either a skills drill or weightlifting oriented and a second leverages on what was done in the first with a classical crossfit workout. Coming back to coaching: I have received some very good advice and loads of great encouragement from the coaches, again especially Brian, but also others. All in all, this has become my go-to gym when I am in London and I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone.
Thanks for your kind words Vaclav, I hope we get to see you next time you're in London.
Fantastic experience: After spending a lot of time researching different CrossFit gyms in London, I am very glad I chose to start my journey at CrossFit Central London. The Fundamentals course gives you a nice introduction to the various movements in a welcoming and structured environment. The coaches (Angela, Chris, Olivia, and Brian) are friendly and scale the sessions based on one's athletic background, fitness, and injuries. Discussing my goals with Brian in a "goal-setting" session was also a great way to ensure I stay consistent and accountable.
Fantastic experience: Amazing gym set up. Clean, and organised with all the gear you need. The staff are super friendly and supportive. Coaches provide appropriate scaling, and modifications, with high level technique correction. Classes run smoothly with a focus on moving safely and having fun. They were super flexible with open floor training. Can't wait to come back. Definitely would recommend.
Thanks for coming to train with us at CrossFit Central London Abbey! Looking forward to seeing you again next time you're around
Fantastic experience: Loved my time there. Brian was so welcoming and felt great after!
Fantastic experience: Amazing coaches, it is worth it every time I drop by :)
Fantastic experience: Very good location and it’s A classic CrossFit box style which is the closest to my box’s back in China. And Brian is a very enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational coach who gave me many efficient suggestions in the class. As a CrossFit coach as well I’ve learned a lot of skills of different coaching styles. In short, Great class, great photos and videos.
Fantastic experience: We dropped-in mid December and had informative and amazing weightlifting class led by Coach Sauro. Everyone we met at the box were very friendly and welcoming. If we are back in London, we will definitely plan a trip that would allow us to do more drop-ins there! We are very sure all CrossFitters will have amazing experience at this box.
Fantastic experience: Amazing box and great trainers! Really good atmosphere!
Thanks Pablo, we appreciate your kind words. Please visit again next time you're in London.
Fantastic experience: I dropped in for a class and had a great time! Big thanks to coach Leo for accommodating me especially coming out from a recent injury not too long ago. Facility was great and what I expected. Coaches were fantastic! I highly recommend dropping in if you're visiting Central London! Definitely would come back again here!!
Aww thanks for the awesome review. We hope we get to see you next time you're in London.
Fantastic experience: A fantastic gym, a very supportive team, and a great system! I had been a few stone overweight for a year, and had post-covid shortness of breath. Brian started me on the Fundamentals programme, which got me used to moving again. Then after a month I moved on to the CrossFit programme. The camaraderie of a group workout, and the guided and focused approach of the sessions ensured I built up my strength and lost weight, without it seeming too much effort. My breathing difficulties were resolved quite quickly, and I lost around a stone in the first two months, and now I'm at my target weight and feeling very fit indeed.
Fantastic experience: My second drop in and had such a great time, amazing and caring coaches!! See you soon✌
Thanks Aurora, it was a pleasure to meet you. I hope we get to see you next time you're in London.
Fantastic experience: Great gym. I dropped in for 5 classes this week and they were all fantastic. Great equipment and space, super convenient location, and top notch coaches. Can't recommend highly enough. I will be back!! Thanks, Brian and Dough.
Thanks Nat, I hope we get to see you again soon
Fantastic experience: dropped in a Strongpeople class, coached by Leo. Hahah I am a shy? person, but I was confident to train here. I guess, because Leo made me feel welcomed. Thankssss!
Hi Minxun, thanks for your review. I hope we get to see you again soon
Fantastic experience: Amazing box. Coaches are super cool and the vibe is always super fun and competitive. I started 3 months ago and it continues exceeding my expectations! Absolutely recommend.
Thanks Lorena, it is always a pleasure seeing you in classes.
Fantastic experience: Excellent care for athletes, perfect drop in session.
Thanks Oana, I hope you can drop in again soon.
Fantastic experience: Best CrossFit gym I've been to. Really beginner friendly. Great coaches, good programming.
Fantastic experience: I started one month ago on the Fundmentals sessions. Which I highly recommend if you’re new to CrossFit. Each session was focused on a new workout, including weightlifting. The coaches there are fantastic. Leo, Angela and Brian bring such a positive energy to every session and you will start to notice immediate results.
Thanks Andrew, we appreciate your kind words. We love seeing your progress.
Fantastic experience: I'm just finishing my one month Fundamentals course. It's amazing for people who want to start and learn all the technique for each exercise, build the strength before jumping on the more advanced classes. Most classes I've done were with Brian which is very helpful and motivator. The other coaches were also very professional. The groups are very small so it's very similar to have a 1:1 class but with 2/4 other people that brings the peer pressure to help you to push yourself.
Thanks Ana, appreciate your review.
Fantastic experience: I really liked this box and coaches are super nice. This is a great spot to train if you are in London!! Will come again for sure when I come back!!
Thanks Alvaro, we're glad you enjoyed your time with us.
Fantastic experience: Great CrossFit Box!! First time I’ve done a drop in away from my local box in the midlands. Really cool box with a great vibe. Staff were super friendly, coach Angela was just great, and I took away some good tips on the bars. Booking in for a drop in was super easy so if your passing by don’t hesitate get down there!!
Thanks Benjamin, we appreciate your kind words. We're glad you had a great experience. Thanks for choosing CFCL. Hopefully we'll see you again soon.
Fantastic experience: Lovely and friendly coaches, gym is spacious and well equipped and I had a great WOD drop in class!
Thanks Catherine, appreciate your kind review. Hope you can drop in again soon.
Fantastic experience: Attended CCL Last weekend and had a very positive experience. The owner brian and coach dougie made me feel very welcome! Brian jumped in and kept me company doing the WOD which i thought was lovely! The box itself is lovely and clean and well equipped. I will be sure to return on my future visit! Thanks guys!
Thanks Gemma, was a pleasure training with you. Hope we see you next time you're in London
Fantastic experience: Amazing gym with high quality coaches giving you personal tips through the class and fantastic facilities. The coaches take the time to help you figure out and achieve your fitness goals. Cannot recommend CFCL enough!!
Thanks Lindsay, it was lovely to see you and your dad again. Thanks for dropping in.
Fantastic experience: As a regular drop in, I find the gym friendly, well-equipped and spacious (very important!). As such, their crossfit programming is not limited by lack of equipment or space and caters to all levels. They have a good range of specialty classes with well-knowledged coaches too. I highy recommend this gym!
Thanks Theo, we love having you train with us.
Fantastic experience: All you need/want in one neat package. The coaches are super friendly and super supportive. They help you become the best version of yourself & they are interested in you as a person along the way. Plus, the weightlifting classes are so cool. Really, a London gym-gem.
Thanks Petra, appreciate your kind words. The gym isn't the same without you. Hope to see you when you're in London next.
Fantastic experience: Great, centrally located gym with friendly, knowledgeable coaches. Always leave having had a good workout in a welcoming environment!
Thanks Alex, appreciate your kind words.
Fantastic experience: Dropped in twice in October while in London for business. Instantly felt welcomed and had great coaching and programming experiences both times. Would certainly recommend to anyone passing through (and locals too!).
Thanks for your kind words Gary, we love meeting visiting CrossFitters. Hope to see you again soon. - Brian and the Central team
Fantastic experience: Great box, I've been going there for 6+ months and I really love it. Coaches are their strongest asset - very friendly, attentive and professional, they manage to create an atmosphere that is fun, supportive and with just the right level of competitiveness. The programming is quite good too, it's varied and you never get bored. The box is spacious and has all the equip that you need, some of it is a bit old but adequate enough.
Thanks Anna, appreciate the kind words. - Brian and the Central team
Fantastic experience: Great box for a drop in whilst I was on business in London. Coaches are really knowledgeable, signup was simple and everyone was friendly.
Aww thanks Adrien, hope we get to see you again son
Fantastic experience: Did several drop-in sessions at this box already. Great coaches, always there to make you push harder. Great atmosphere.
Thanks Jens appreciate your kind words. CFCL
Fantastic experience: You won't find more skilled (or friendly) coaches in London. They're always making sure you get the most out of each exercise and class. The team at Crossfit Central London push you to be better and know how to keep you motivated. If you have ever thought of trying out Crossfit, you will feel very welcomed by both the coaching staff and the other class members.
Thanks for your kind words - Team CFCL
Fantastic experience: Great team on top of great workouts! Flexible packages to meet everyone’s needs! If you are looking for a place to drop in I would highly recommend coming here!
Connor, thank you for your kind words.
Fantastic experience: Had a fantastic drop in with Leo, she had great knowledge and some really good pointers. The gym is clean and has everything you need and everyone is super friendly. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in London!
Thank you Emily, we appreciate your kind words. See you next time you're in London hopefully. - Brian & the CFCL team
Fantastic experience: Fantastic place. Fantastic trainers. Phenomenal vibe! Thank you to each trainer for making the day that every bit better!♥️
Thank you so much for your kind review.
Fantastic experience: Great box, nice coaches and good location! I was in London for three months and went to this box, it was great, and in spite of having done CrossFit for four years, I improved my techniques and movements thanks to the coaches advices here.
Thanks Borch, hope we get to see you again
Fantastic experience: Very nice gym, spacious and welcoming people
Kishan, thank you for your review and kind words :-)
Negative experience: Customer service is appalling. My advice: never make advance payments. Otherwise you will get into arguments when it comes to contracts.
Mr. T. Not much we can do about an anonymous review is there? What's your name? I'll look into what happened. We always try to do the right thing and treat people the way we would want to be treated, but we don't get it right every time, especially in the middle of a pandemic.
Positive experience: Bra "old school " gym. Trevlig, kunnig, intresserad personal, rekommenderas om ni är i London.
Thanks Michael, glad you had a good experience
Fantastic experience: Great Time & great facilites. Good people & vibes!
Thanks Richard, appreciate your kind review. Hope we get to see you again soon?
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Thanks Radoslav, hope we see you again
Fantastic experience: Great box, trainers and vibe
Positive experience: Love this place coaches are excellent, fellow members are superb especially the lunch crowd, very sad to leave it.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic coaching, great equipment, loads of space. Come here if you want to achieve your fitness goals and have fun.
Positive experience: Dropped in to this box yesterday for the first time due to having to work in London. Great coaching from Brian on both technique and stretching. Facilities / equipment were great also. Will definitely go back again if opportunity arises.
Fantastic experience: The best Crossfit gym in central London. Great people, great workouts
Negative experience: Don’t do a drop-in here!!!! In May I „attended“ 2 drop-ins at CFCL; day 1 was ok, day2 no coach showed up to even open the box! Until today I did not get (after at least 10 attempts, messages and emails) my previously transferred drop-in fee back! Both, no shows for coaches at classes and no refund are extremely unprofessional.
Fantastic experience: Great box. Dropped in while visiting London. Very knowleagble enthusiastic coaches and supportive group. Will be back.
Fantastic experience: Started off with some great personal training from Gregg and enjoying the classes!
Negative experience: Not great, I have done few drop-ins which I've expected to be a decent workout for £15/session- they were not. Probably the least challenging WODS I've done out of all numerous crossfit boxes I've tried. After most of attended days, I have gone to my gym for "top-up" the workout. One day the wod was 6 x 800m run on the busiest morning rush hour streets, in which point I've asked the trainer: was it all for £15/session today? Coach called Stevie (I think) was rude and told me If I know better I should get out of here and continue going my gym then....Needles to say I've not gone back. Gym itself is ok, bit tired and facilities are not the best, but I've not expected fitness club luxury and high tech. Is the attitude of the trainers and low set bar for WODS which made me never go back to this particular box. Saying this there are great Crossfit places nearby, so luckily this should not be the only option when one want to train hard in the capital.
Fantastic experience: Great facility and great people!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic coaches and amazing location. An absolute bargain given the standards of training
Fantastic experience: Enthusiastic, knowledgable coaches and a great community - 10/10 for dogs.
Negative experience: Skip this box, there are plenty of them around London that will treat you better and with respect. I've done cross fit all over the world and always have had a positive experience until I was meet by coach Lilly who was rude, not helpful and had no intentions to make a simple process of signing up for a class difficult. It would take 3 minutes at any other cross fit, but instead I was patronized and told to come back later. Definitely not coming back.
Negative experience: The singular worst gym experience of my life, bar none. I was a dancer all my life, then did boxing, finally Crossfit. Due to injury, I haven't trained at all for 5 years. I feel ready to exercise again, but, I'm nowhere near fitness, and I'm not massively supple either. I've been to 2 Crossfit gyms in the past, both welcoming, and, considerate of the level that you're at. This place is not welcoming. Walking into these places can be daunting to the uninitiated, but I've got previous experience, I thought it would be fine, not so. The instructor who was in the office was frosty, but a lovely guy did show me to the changing rooms. So, first thing, you sign 'waivers' in advance to say that they're not responsible for anything, i.e., theft, injury etc, but firstly, they don't provide lockers. That's a first for me, there were bags and handbags left everywhere. When I asked where I should leave my bag, that contained valuables, I was told that if I was 'so precious about it', then I could leave it in the office, which I did .... just rude. Meanwhile, everyone had left the gym. I was told to go left out of the gym, then left again. Like a previous reviewer, I had no idea where everyone had gone, so I wandered around before going back in, realising that everyone had run round the block. I managed to do the first exercise, which was lunges, but it was pointed out that I needed to touch my back knee to the ground. At this stage, I'm a beginner, and it was a beginners class, I needed to do things at my own pace and level. The next exercise was impossible for me, it would have taken me double the time to do what everyone else had done in a few minutes. When I said that I couldn't do it, the atmosphere was akin to if I'd said that I was going to sell the instructors first born. She almost barked 'Why?' at me. I told here it was a long story, meanwhile, they'd started another exercise, which I couldn't do. Once again I said it was too hard, it all seemed way harder than 'Beginners'. The other instructor told me that there was no physical reason why I couldn't do it, and it was fear that was stopping me. Er, no, I know my limitations, I couldn't even get into the position to do the 'walking press up', let alone cover the whole length of the gym! It was all so hostile, and I felt like I was holding up the others, even though I was told that I wasn't. After more 'discussion' and being told again that I was 'fearful', rather than incapable of doing the exercises, I walked out. None of it was 'encouraging', it was like army drills. If I'd carried on and allowed myself to be pushed beyond my current abilities, then I know that I would have got injured. I'm not fearful, I listen to my body. Don't worry though, you sign a waiver for that, making sure that the responsibility for injury isn't theirs. I'm sure that there's no love lost on either side, but I have no idea how this place survives .... never, ever again.
Fantastic experience: I joined CFCL for one month while in London for business from Miami. The facility is amazing and the coaching staff is outstanding, displaying the utmost professionalism. Specifically, I had the good fortune to work with and receive instruction from coaches Brian, Karl, Jenna, Stevie, Kim, and Lily. In addition to putting me through my paces with challenging wods, each of these coaches treated me as a valued member of their amazing community! They were closed one weekend while I was in town, but I had access to the Vauxhall location and found it to be just as high a quality a facility with an equally dedicated team of coaches. It is worth mentioning as well that the member community at CFCL is also amazing. All the members I had met were extremely friendly and welcoming. My only regret is that I didn't have more free time while in London to check out the oly lifting, mobility, and strength bias wods offered!
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