Aliso CrossFit

To say that this place has changed my life is an understatement. I am a former collegiate athlete that really couldn’t find a place that was able to motivate me. The team of coaches at Aliso Crossfit have created a home for people of all shapes and sizes to come in and to get excited to stay healthy and active. Rick and Elisa have created a culture of inclusion that leaves no one behind. If you a reading this this and you are looking for a place to get things going, or if you are reading this and you are already in shape and you are looking for a place to take it to the next level, come give Aliso Crossift a try. I know you will love the results either way.

Great place. Great crew.
It was a drop in but I felt like I belong there.
I will come back.

Great experience! I came here from Miami to workout and felt very welcomed and had an intense WOD. Thanks Aliso

Aliso Crossfit («ACF») has been my second home for the last 6 months. I cannot say enough kind words about the coaches, facility and community.
Ill start with the coaches. I attend an early morning class that is usually taught by Elisa, Rob or Rick. They are all articulate, patient and knowledgeable instructors. They know what they are doing. I went in there knowing very little about fitness (and am still learning) and they have guided me, corrected me and spent the time needed to make sure I had proper form, am lifting the correct amount of weight and don’t injury myself. They are constantly watching everyone in the class and paying attention to each participant’s specific needs and abilities. If you are new to crossfit (or fitness in general) or a competitive athlete, they will be able to scale your workouts to get the maximum benefit for you. The coaches also provide a workout régime consistent with the crossfit motto. The workouts are high intensity, broad, inclusive, interval, etc.
The «box» is your typical crossfit gym. There is space for you to do your WOD and enough equipment for each class (they limit the class size to ensure this). The box is also clean and well kept and all of the participants clean up after themselves. Unique to ACF is their frogman program. They have partnered with the Aliso Viejo aquatic center and have classes that are crossfit-​like in and out of the pool. Again, great pool (outdoor and heated) and great atmosphere.
Finally, the community that ACF has created and established is incredible. Every class I have attended has positive energy, a friendly banter and encouragement for fellow classmates when you need it. There is no question that if you attend, you will make new friends and become part of the community. You will feel like you joined an exclusive club where members would pay thousands to join.
There are lots of good and bad things said about CrossFit in the news today. My experience with ACF dispels that bad things and has made Crossfit a life-​changing program for me. I would highly recommend ACF to anyone.

Thanks for being so welcoming to us out of town folks. Great classes!
Awesome space and equipment. Class structure is excellent. Special thanks to Skip and Barbara, and their expert coaching!

Highly recommended ACF if you’re looking to get into crossfit! I had never lifted a weight in my entire life and was a total lifting newbie. Three months in and I’ve never felt more confident or strong. The coaches here are amazing and really help you master your form before you start lifting heavy. I never imagined I’d be where I am today and it’s all thanks to Aliso Crossfit!!!
Oh and if you’re a girl– Shefit is an amazing class to go to!!!

ACF has truly changed the way I look at working out. My body and mind are constantly challenged and I can’t express how much that has changed my life in so many other aspects. The staff are knowledgeable and encouraging and are always available to help or give advice outside of class time.
The atmosphere at ACF is warm and I truly feel that the people I work out with have become a second family to me since my family lives far away. Joining ACF is one of the best decisions I’ve made since moving to South OC.

I’ve been taking SheFIT classes for almost six months and I love it due to my awesome coach and variety of exercises. You won’t be bored. By the way, if you are a foreign student like me, this community is another great way to improve your English!!!

How amazing it is to drop in to a noon class that I have never been to before and have the Coach Babs make me feel like I am right at home!!! Can’t get that anywhere so thank you Aliso Crossfit/​sheFIT!!!

Ive been a member here for a little over a year and I can honestly say Aliso Crossfit changed my life. Ive been to other gyms before, but this one is different. The coaches really take a personal interest in your success and theres a great sense of community here. Classes range from early morning to late in the evening so its pretty easy to accommodate any schedule, and there’s even an all women’s class (sheFit) that has babysitting for all the mom’s that cant take time away from the kids.
Over the last year, I’ve dropped around 25# and can definitely say I’m the healthiest and fittest I’ve ever been thanks to ACF. I’m finally enjoying my fitness journey!

Tried a few classes
Instructors were very helpful and friendly
Monday nights they have free passes
Really good environment!
Definitely will come back and recommend

FUN! Life changing, ass kicking, mentally challenging, and positive.
ACF genuinely cares about the progress of each of their members. They look out for you and constantly motivate you to improve your personal best. OOOOBER AWESOME staff, coaches, really spend time checking correct form and going over certain moves with each person. Shout out to coach Jackson, Rob, and Mark.
The bon·ho·mie and support of this gym is unique differentiating factors that will be hard to find elsewhere. Everyone genuinely encouraging you to finish and do your best. Friendships will be made.
I may feel tired or just not into it going into the workouts, but I always look forward to going to class every time.
Definitely changed my life!

What a fun, supportive and professional staff! Everyone is on board with safe technique, solid preparation and relentless pursuit of the best you can do. Hard? Oh yeah! But a more honest workout you’ll not find anywhere. Thanks, Aliso CrossFit!

I took the recommendation of a friend to try the free introduction class at Aliso CrossFit. That’s all it took to get me hooked. The owners and coaches go above and beyond to make you feel welcomed at their gym. All the members are extremely friendly and encouraging. I love that no matter your fitness level, everyone gets the same level or respect.
As an accountant, I was a little apprehensive to pay more money than the typical gym. This investment is worth EVERY PENNY. Over the last eight months at ACF, I have not gotten sick once, not need my inhaler at all, sleep better, eat better, look better, and even have more energy at work.

3.2…1…GO! I have become very familiar with this phrase over the past year. After a month of emails back and forth with one of the owners, I finally walked in the door early January, 2012, to finally try this thing called CrossFit. I had known about it for a while, back when it was only done in your garage. But having a place nearby I could go to was fantastic! I met Rick, the owner and name on the emails, and we talked about my background and my goals. I did the On Ramp intro class and got hooked! This was the combination of exercise and personnel I was looking for! The owners (Rick and his wife Chelsea) have done an outstanding job of creating a place that both welcomes you, and challenges you. The coaches, Clayton, Jackson, and Rob, are at once inspiring and motivating, pushing you through the WOD (Workout Of the Day). It doesn’t matter if you can lift 5 pounds or 500, if you can run or not, or do a pull up or not, you are still met with the same coaching, motivation and support.
Whether you’re an athlete or a couch potato, you are welcome! You’ll be challenged, pushed and motivated! The other members are fantastic as well, hanging out before and after the WOD.
The owners and coaches, IMO, have certainly embraced and embodied the spirit of CrossFit, and have made a great place to come experience the sport of fitness!

As a Doctor of Chiropractic I know all about the importance of functional movement training and exercise, and CrossFit is just that; functional, and by that I mean that these exercises, lifts and movements will improve your function in your daily routine be it as an office worker, business person law enforcement officer, firefighter, housewife, athlete, armed service man or woman, student, etc… Improved function decreases pain. CrossFit gets a bad wrap from people who don’t know any better because they think that doing CrossFit will cause injuries. Well, so will walking down the stairs if done improperly. Granted, these workout are intense and you will be moving weight and your body around, but when done with proper form and scaled to your ability, they can actually do wonders for injury prevention, core stability and strength, as well as cardiovascular, immune and nervous system health. This is because CrossFit workouts are designed to create a Metabolic Effect that burns calories for up to 36 hours after your workout; something not caused by hours on a treadmill… Use proper form, scale the weight to your ability and check your ego at the door and you shouldn’t have to worry about injuries.
Regarding this specific CrossFit Box/​Gym, I love it! The owners, Rick and Chelsea are great and a pleasure to work with and have no problem adapting their business and purchasing new equipment to accommodate the growing number of members here. This is a very beginner friendly gym that will also humble to best CrossFitters around depending on how you scale your workouts. The coaches are also very skilled and they help coach you on your form and motivate you the entire WODs (Workout Of the Day), unlike other CrossFit gyms around here… My fiancé and I joined up in early May and made friends quickly. We love the sense of community at this gym and during the events planned outside of the box like beach days, pool parties, nutritional seminars and Tough Mudder events. The dynamic of our 6am class is filled with friendly competition and everyone cheers till the final person is done. I would recommend this gym to anyone, regardless of fitness level.

Aliso CrossFit is something special. If you have ever considered CrossFit or just want to get in better shape, then this is the place for you. The workouts are challenging, the members are a supportive team and the results are real and immediate.
After considering the CrossFit idea for some time, I have about 45 days under my belt at Aliso CrossFit and could not be more pleased. Chelsea and Rick are great owners who are actively engaged with the members at all times. The training crew of Rob, Jackson and Clayton are all proficient and encouraging.
I’ve lost weight, body fat, seen my strength numbers go up and best of all, I can’t wait to get to the workout each day. On the mental side, there is nothing more empowering then tackling your work day after an early morning intense workout. The price is reasonable and the location is convenient and well-​kept.
This is one of those places so great that I want to keep the secret to myself, but I would hate for any motivated folks out there to miss out on the opportunity to join the fun.
For those intimidated by CrossFit in general, just remember that everybody started somewhere. ‘You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great’.

This gym is owned by Rick and Chelsea (who were previous members of Mission CF). Cool tidbit I didn’t know!
Anywho, I enjoyed my WOD intro class here. At least from my experience here, there are a lot of older folks and I didn’t exactly feel a sense of community here. Oh well, still a cool place to check out!

If crossfit was easy it would be your mom.
This crossfit gym is the total package. The location off of Aliso Creek is very convenient and being across from Orange County Sheriffs office helps make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside with early morning or late night workouts. The facility itself is much like other crossfit gyms, newer building, brand new equipment, and plenty of parking. A unique offering of this gym is their crossfit for kids program… not only does this offer a great outlet for your children while you are getting your butt kicked, but, as I would assume, it will be a very healthy way for them to spend their time. The owners are great, Rick DiCarlo is a Marine Officer and has started the business with his wife Chelsea DiCarlo. They have a great attitude about their gym and their gyms mission.
A little FYI on the workout, I had held back for years from trying this program because I heard how intense it was and was concerned i was not in shape enough to try the program out. Well, it was just as intense as I imagined… actually, far more… but that is the way this workout program goes, no matter your shape you can do crossfit. Yes it is high intensity, but that is relative to each person. Plus the fact that a 10 minute workout with crossfit will bust your ass harder then an hour in any gym is a plus for those constantly on the move.
I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to improve their lifestyle both in health and in shape. You will never be in enough shape to ‘start’ crossfit so definitely give it a try, the Aliso Crossfit in Orange County offers a free class… free is always worth the try and it convinced me.

Rick and Chelsea (owners) have something special going on at Aliso Crossfit.
I have been going to Aliso Crossfit since their opening and can tell you that through their expert training I have improved my strength, endurance, and overall health.
Plus, they have inspired a confidence in me that I can achieve physical challenges that I never thought were possible.
I have never considered myself «athletic». I have struggled with my weight and as a result was intimidated by most «regular» gyms.
After attending Aliso Crossfit 3 days a week, and being motivated by both trainers night after night, I can tell you that I am no longer intimidated!
The work outs are fun and challenging. The staff is professional, and personally care about you and your health/​fitness journey. I can’t say enough good things about them!