CrossFit SPOT

I’ve been wanting to try CrossFit for some time and was intimidated by the whole scene. I passed by CrossFit SPOT one day, and it looked incredibly serene, colorful, and inviting, almost like a playground.
After a quick correspondence with Billy, the business owner and coach, I stopped by to take a closer look and get my questions answered (and then go think about it for a month or three, so I thought). However, as I was touring the place I could not find one single reason not to join. Everything about it screamed that it’s just what I need, ridiculously immaculate and with only smiling faces; and so I signed up for the basic program called My SPOT, which is a 4-​weeks progressive program of three days per week, designed to teach you the basic language of CrossFit.
Along with that, Billy generously offered that I will take full advantage and come to Bodyweight Mastery classes and so I took one of those with Michael on a Saturday morning.
It was incredibly challenging, I was catching my breath for half of the class and was unable to move a finger for the entire following week. At the same time, I’ve never felt so alive. Michael has a unique combination of alternating between tough and soft love as he studies your real ability along the class.
Today I officially began the 4-​weeks program and had a class with Deanne who was inspiring in every way. I could go on and on about every detail of the place. Bottom line is that it is immediately noticeable that Billy worked hard on every small detail in order to create a place that is giving the client a very different experience than any other studio in this city: a convenient location, an inviting and immaculate, state-​of-​the-​art studio, a professional and inspiring team, programs that make sense to whichever level you’re at, and always, always a warm smiling face at the front desk. You feel that everyone really wants to be there; more than that, you feel that everyone treats this place as if it was their own. I say, come on over.

I found Crossfit Spot on Unilocal when I was looking for a box that wasn’t super busy, since I wanted to change up my workout routine. I was very happy that I found it!
I took the 1 month challenge (I was only looking for a short term thing/I’m happy at Equinox). At first I enjoyed it, since the classes were small (2 – 6 total) at the times I went. In comparison to Equinox, you get a great work out for a semi-​private training class. After the 2^nd week, I found that the classes weren’t really what I was looking for. They were Metcon/​tabata styled classes, and I joined to learn and start doing the olympic lifts/​workouts that is known to crossfit.
This was pretty much a deal breaker for me, since with 1 month membership, you’re only doing the groundwork type of classes. They have these style of classes where I currently go, so it didn’t make sense to repeat them when I already have that option as is. I would definitely recommend the one month plan IF you were looking to lose weight and change up your routine. I can definitely see their athletes getting results because the coaches are very personable and push throughout the classes.
The facilities are GOREGOUS, very clean, well thought out, and new… they even have showers if you head straight to work.
If you’re a guy like me, looking to learn some new tricks and lifts, and put on some muscle/​not lose weight, I’m not sure if I would recommend it (the 1 month challenge). If you do the full membership, that’s when you see the types of workouts you join crossfit for, then yes join.
Overall it was a positive experience, and in the perfect world, I would have liked to have a membership here and Equinox, but that was cost a small fortune every month. I had a great time while I was there, but it ended up not being a match for what I was looking for.

5 star for coaching, facility and equipment quality, and overall spirit and tone. Really quality experiences for kids and grown-​ups. They know what they’re doing. Valuable addition to UWS.

The last six weeks at this box has taken me to the next level of my physical fitness. I love the training protocol, which has improved my endurance and strength. It has also given me a huge amount of body confidence, learning how to move effectively and efficiently.
Coach Billy and staff are great motivators, knowledgeable and kind. The small group classes are scaled to each individual’s capabilities within a supportive environment. They’ve integrated technology into their training sessions using Bluetooth Polar heart rate monitors with stats projected onto the wall so you can see how hard you are working.
The bi-​level facility is clean and locker room is decked out with all you need to shower up and go (toiletries, towels, hair dryer). They also have prepared paleo focused food available from the Kettlebell Kitchen.

Best Crossfit gym in NYC. Beautiful, impeccably clean, organized space. Enthusiastic and experienced coaches that focus on you, your technique, and your progress. I’ve been to other Crossfit gyms in the city. I found them to be less than welcoming and ‘frigid’. The other gyms are about getting the numbers up at the detriment to improving proper form. I was always getting hurt. At Crossfit Spot, technique and form are paramount. No one is pushing you to ‘go heavier’ if your body mechanics aren’t properly developed. If you’ve wanted to try Crossfit, and have been intimidated by cold gyms and disinterested staff, this is the place. They are friendly and supportive from the moment you enter the gym until you leave after your work out. Plus, most important, you WILL get into the best shape of your life doing things you never thought possible. Coaches that compete at the highest levels will guide you to exceptional results.

This is what a Crossfit Box should be. Incredible equipment, knowledgeable, kind, and welcoming coaches, and a great location. Can’t miss box.

I found Crossfit Spot by registering for the 21 Day Challenge — the program was great and Billy is fantastic. The classes are small, you get personal attention, and the facilities are high end. I would definitely recommend checking out!
The only con is that it is pricey to continue on a monthly or yearly basis (more than an all-​club membership to Equinox), but if you can swing it then its probably worth it based on the fact that the classes are essentially the equivalent of semi-​private training.

Excellent Crossfit box and gym! Very nice facilities (locker room, shower, lockers, etc), very knowledgable and friendly coaches, and a great two level gym setup. Only opened about a month ago, so plenty of space in the classes. Only dropped in, but have seen a lot of gyms/​boxes and this one is awesome! They also use heart rate monitors and project the info on the wall during the class, which is cool and adds something extra to the workout.