CrossFit Bethesda

Update: I’ve been doing CrossFit for only four weeks, and I can already tell a major difference in my body. I love that there is a nice mixture of exercises and that you are not doing the exact same thing every single time (keeps your body guessing). I’ve done everything from rowing, to sit-​ups, push-​ups, running, burpees, ring rows, Olympic style weightlifting, wall crawls, handstands, squats, squats, squats, and more squats (lol), etcetera, etcetera, etcetera.
I’m becoming just as passionate about CrossFit as I am long-​distance running. That’s saying a lot. Everyone I’ve met at this box is great, so that definitely adds to the positive CrossFit experience.

I just spent a week in Bethesda visiting my sister and attended three classes at Bethesda Crossfit. What a great experience! The Box was stocked with all the expected equipment. I worked with 3 different coaches (Ahmed, Tyler and Katie). Each has their own style and all three were knowledgeable and made the class super challenging & fun. I met a bunch of local members which made being away from my home Box even better.
I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m in the area.

I’ve been going to CF Bethesda for 2 years now and always enjoy my experience. Even as a personal trainer who has the knowledge to train myself– I still choose to workout with CF Bethesda because of the great coaches… They are always upbeat and positive and great at motivating me to work my hardest.
Side Note: As someone who is just about 7 months pregnant this is the only place I feel comfortable working out because the community/​coaches are supportive of my continued fitness. Rather than getting judgmental looks from people I get encouragement. and the coaches are always willing to modify any exercise/​WODs for my particular needs.

Awesome coaches, great people.

I joined the Bethesda Crossfit location in February 2013. My goal was to work out for 6 months to get in shape for my wedding. I didn’t plan on staying there after the wedding because of the higher price associated with Crossfit. Well it’s been 2 months since my wedding, and I just don’t see myself quitting here. It’s positively impacted my life so much that I don’t know what I was doing for so many years before this.
The coaches are amazing here. Everyone is fun and friendly, but they really just want you to succeed, which is awesome. They also really focus on doing things the right way so that you don’t get hurt. The programming is so varied and diverse. Every day is something different, so you don’t get stuck in the same routine over and over again. Finally, the people are all great. I have made so many good friends. I look forward to coming into class after a long day of work and getting a tough workout in with some good people.
I highly recommend Crossfit Bethesda to everyone. It’s a lot of fun and will make a difference in your health. I just wish I would have found this years ago!

I love Crossfit. I attend the early morning class with Marcus who is a great asset to the Crossfit Staff. The classes are not big: anywhere from 5 – 10 people a class and the workouts will always test your strength. I have been going there for a year &½ and I can absolutely tell the difference.
One thing I really like is the times available. There are many times to choose from throughout the day and at no point am I rushing to work or from work to get to the location.
A little pricy for the gym but if you think about how much a personal trainer is per session you will understand. I think it’s worth every penny!

I’ve been a member for nearly a year and can’t recommend it enough. They care and were upfront about what kind of results I was going to get. Can’t recommend it enough.

I happened to be in town for work recently and had the opportunity to join Bethesda Crossfit for a couple of workouts (I have been doing crossfit in Denver for over a year). Each crossfit location around the country has its own vibe and I was very pleased with this gym. What is somewhat unique here, they focus on a dedicated skill, than the WOD (workout of the day) and then leave some time/​show you some mobility exercises.
I worked out with two trainers — Judd and Allison. Judd is a great trainer, but be forewarned, he will push you and make you work. He has an incredibly strong grasp of the complex movements required for this type of workout. He will NOT put up with whining ;)! Allison, was also awesome. Super nice, but she will make you work as well. Great motivator!
My only reservation about this box (gym) is that it doesn’t have any simple way to get fresh air onto the floor. They do have showers and cubby’s for your gear.
If you live in the area and want to stop the BS workouts you’re doing and get into the best shape of your life — get over to Crossfit Bethesda!

It has been a life changing experience for me. Great community atmosphere. It is a rare opportunity to work out in a gym with trainers that are very knowledgeable. They are friendly and work with you through fitness and nutrition to gain results. The workouts are brutal, but if you show up ready to work hard you will not be disappointed!

I’m still working out here twice a week, still losing weight and getting strong, and still loving it.

So, I’m a massage therapist. I see my share of clients, and not everyone likes my style of massage. One of my clients first told me about Crossfit about a year ago. He was originally doing P90X and it was wrecking him physically. His brother then came back home from the Marines, and introduced him to Crossfit. By 3 months, he was in amazing shape.
I became very interested. About 5 months ago, I started my own business and found out there was a Crossfit gym in Bethesda. I went in thinking I was just going to grab some information on the gym for my clients. I ended up running into the manager and talking to him for a bit. He convinced me to just try it out first, so I could fully describe the workout to my clients.
I went in a couple of days later and was hooked. I’ve been in sports my whole life, and this workout, worked me out!!! This gym may not be for everyone. If your lazy, a complainer, or think you can get in shape in one month… look somewhere else. This is a real workout. I’m a super competitive person, so I try to push myself. The entire time I was doing the workout, someone was helping me keep good body mechanics and everyone was cheering me on. Wow, you don’t get that at Bally’s. Yes, it was hard. Yes, I hurt like heck the next day. Yes, I’m getting results. Pain just means you’re not dead yet. I couldn’t raise my hands over my head the next day, but I couldn’t wait to go back. Then I find out that they also have one-​on-​one training sessions where they can modify the workout to get specific results. Woo-​who!!! I’m in heaven. Spending a little extra money to take care of the only body we get seems a given. I for one, have found the best place for MY investment. I hope you find yours.

I too have experienced something similar to the first posting. However, the biggest issue I had was arrogance of the staff. Calling one person a «pussy» for not coming when apparently the guy had injured himself while working out (not at crossfit).
I also find their «auto-​renewal» a slimy trick used by organizations who don’t believe in their product and need to trick people into signing back up.
I moved from Bethesda and when my membership ran out, I called, and was told via email that they would terminate my membership but they would not refund the month they charged me even though I contacted them immediately upon being charged and I obviously could not participate considering I don’t live in the state any longer.
From what I have heard, the Silver Spring location is much better run.

Don’t know about J.S. but my experience has been totally different. Been great. So much better than a traditional gym. Go to
or google it. Better yet drop by crossfit bethesda and have a free class to see for yourself.