San Diego Athletics

Was staying on Mission for a week and had time for two workouts. So glad I could drop in at CrossFit PB. I had Lindsay and Jen on the days I was there. They were both great! Both days did the 6am class and it was very friendly. I’ll be back. I also had a chance to meet Anders (one of the owners), but had no clue who he was. Just thought he was another nice coach. I really can’t say enough about this box, but wish I could have done more workouts. Thanks a bunch!

I walked in San Diego Athletics today to learn more about this cross fit gym. The guy up front was extremely rude, stuck up and unprofessional. He told me the gym cost too much and I won’t be able to afford it… Wow! He said I should walk down the street and check out 24hour fitness. I have been to so many gyms, but I have never experienced such an arrogant and lame work ethics. If the manager or the owner is reading this review, please hire people who have social skills, who are professional and actually would like to work with people and are excited to sign up new members.

I’ve been to a few CF gyms and the difference seems to be leadership. Do they care enough to focus on you, or are they just looking for another monthly fee? CFPB (aka San Diego Athletics) hits it right on. My first time there they took the time to watch carefully and evaluate my abilities before turning on the pain. Be prepared to hurt for a while, then watch the F out!

they recently changed their name to San Diego Athletics. Same owners, same place. First time I tried crossfit was forced on me through our companies retreat day, I say forced because My knowledge of crossfit is for the heavy weight champions only and I am not the most fit person. so needless to say I was not excited to undergo such suffering at such an early time of day. However, my mindset completely changed after the session we had…
To my loss, I got there a little late, so I missed a couple of things, however the time I spent there was extremely beneficial, I didn’t realize how much out of shape I was until 2 hours after the session where I couldn’t walk I was so sore.
Brian and Anders, went above and beyond in creating a workshop with a variety of exercises that was not aimed for the fit, it was aimed for the newbies, the out of shape, and the over achievers of our company. they made us work, but made it doable. they made the exercises extremely fun. They were conscience that we all had different lifestyles (health wise & exercise routines) so they catered to each of our different needs. Helped us with our postures and made sure we didn’t over work ourselves, but enough where we were sore for the next week or so :)
I enjoyed their techniques and tricks, Learned alot and enjoyed it to the fullest! truly appreciate them taking time to do the workshop for us.
Recommend them and their Gym to everyone that is hesitant to try new things :)

If you’ve ever forgotten how far out of shape you’ve gotten, these guys will give you a quick reminder and a much needed jump start to your fitness routine. At a recent business workshop, we started our morning with a group session at SD Athletics (formerly Crossfit PB) which consisted of Anders and Bryan educating us on proper posture, assessing our strength and teaching us tools to help us relieve sore muscles from desk/​office work. Afterwards they led us through a workout that was both exhilarating and challenging and left me feeling like I’ve let myself go for far too long. It was refreshing to see how much attention was paid to proper form and education in each movement versus just throwing the newbies into a pain game.
I appreciated the extra time they spent putting together a session for our group who had very mixed experience with fitness and also the enthusiasm and encouragement they carried throughout it. I highly recommend this place to build up your body and your mind.

Bryan & Anders gave a group training to about 9 of us and they were patient, encouraging, and totally fun! I don’t do cross fit on the regular but would enjoy my time in their gym — it feels inspiring!

Anders, Bryan & their crew are AMAZING! These guys don’t just give you a great workout, but they really help you build a plan to stay healthy and change your lifestyle. Once you start feeling like your gonna give up, they’ll kick your asa back into gear! Awesome group of guys! Def recommend to anyone

CFPB has been my go-​to fitness regimen for more than two years, the staff is great and knowledgeable, they understand that not everyone is coming into Crossfit from an athletic background and provide a personal experience to help keep you motivated and feeling good about yourself and your workout

This place and the people here are straight up badass. I first started coming here about four months ago, and was admittedly a bit hesitant when I first got started. Anders (one of the owners) is huge ball of excitement, and you can tell that he genuinely wants everyone who steps in the door to succeed. I loved how straight off the bat he and all the other trainers at CFPB were very clear that technique was paramount, and weight came after.
I opted for the extra little bit of money to do the 1 – 1 training sessions with Lindsay, and it was both brutal and awesome. My new routine for the last several months has been Crossfit at 6:30a five days a week, then immediately followed by food & coffee at Turquoise Café. It’s a great little existence.
I simply cannot speak highly enough of this place. You’re looking up Crossfit gyms, you’re in San Diego, so get off Unilocal and just go to here. You won’t regret it.

The Mecca of Swole. I was in San Diego and I dropped in a few times at crossfit PB. The vibe was amazing and coach Greg brings energy to every class. Great location, nice members and very welcoming. They are true ambassadors of the crossfit community and I will definitely return next year

I could write a book about how great Crossfit PB is from the owners to the coaches to the other members. It truly is a community… and one that will welcome you.
I think the important thing to know if you haven’t done Crossfit before is that nobody here will ask you to pile on weight indiscriminately or let you perform exercises with improper form. The emphasis is on proper technique and scaling the workout to something that works for you. To me, that is a big part of what differentiates Crossfit PB.

Was really disrespectful towards my friend and I. Went in and simply asked for some information, the woman responded with, I don’t have time to help you, sorry. This was in the middle of the day and we were the only two people in there. No reason, just flat out disrespectful. It’s sad these people stay in business.

I’ve been thinking about how happy I am in my life right now and so much of it is attributed to CFPB! It’s why I wake up everyday at 6am! All of the coaches are awesome! They’ve created a fabulous community and attract quality people. They’ve really helped me reach my personal fitness and nutritional goals and continue to push me to do better all while making it so much fun! Double Fist Pump for CFPB!!!

It’s the Mecca of Swole

Mecca of Swole.
The new location is great and has unlimited potential. This the the premier CrossFit gym in SoCal. Bryan and Anders run a great program and have an excellent widely experienced coaching staff to back them up.

If you hate getting strong and being surrounded by motivated healthy people who are active and generally happy. And if you hate looking great with your shirt off. Then this box is probably not for you.
Member for over 2 years. Awesome experience. Great community. Go here, get strong. Ask coach Jenn Ryan to do her Oprah impression.

I watched some of the games on TV this year and figured I would give it a shot.
I’m glad I did.
I just finished the Intro class and everyone I have met and worked out with at CrossFit PB truly wants to be here. The coaches are great at teaching and take plenty of time to help you safely learn new skills. The classes have people of all fitness levels so I never feel intimidated. I have a lot of fun every time I work out, I also get a little better at everything each week. I see progress on the things I need to work on and I improve the things I am good at…
Today marked 6 months of me doing CrossFit. I didn’t set any records, I am not the best at my gym, I don’t see myself as a force to be reckoned with in the Southern California area… I am so much more.
I am stronger than I have ever been in my life. My friends and family tell me I look great. I feel great and that now matters more than losing weight or looking a certain way.
Some place along the line I went from going to CrossFit to being able to do more physical stuff to doing more physical stuff to do better at CrossFit. My motivation to work out has changed along with my attitude.
People ask me how I changed my diet or what my workout routine is. I tell them I eat clean and show up with a good attitude.
The coaches simply put in as much work (actually more, much more… than I do) If I push hard to do well they match it. If I ask a million questions about my fitness, my diet, my mobility, they have the answers. They care if I show up. Everyone cares if I show up. Everyone wants me here and they want you here too.
When I walk through the doors I am met with a team of people that scientifically specialize in making me the best physical specimen of a human being I can be. All I want is to contribute to my fellow CrossFitter in the same way.
I challenge everyone to come experience the same thing. Come get swole, Come become the best you. Come make me better and be a better you in the process.

This is an update to my review as I have been coming for almost a year now and this place has completely changed my life. I have never been a person who enjoys the gym or working out but that has now changed. The culture here is amazing, you have fun and challenge yourself every day and I have made a bunch of new friends.
So if you worried that you cant do the lifts or it maybe to advanced for you, trust me when I say its not cause if I can do this you definitely can. The trainers here are amazing they give you a lot of personal coaching even though you are in a group setting as they are focus on your quality of lift rather than the amount you are lifting.

Results. Intensity. Community.
Results: If you’re like me, you’ve been circling in the gym membership death loop for years (dare i admit, decades). I don’t need to tell you what that gets us — that’s why you’re looking around now and happened upon this review. Admittedly, i was intimidated by CrossFit. The way people would talk about it, it kinda felt «cult-​y». and that turned me off at first. Like it was gonna be all trendy and weird for me, or that the stuff they were doing was gonna be too hard, and, and… Those thoughts kept me outta my comfort zone for a long time and kept me in my gym loop, ad nauseum. Well, allow me to speak to that the way I wish someone would’ve done for me on day 1: KNOCK ALL THE BULLSHIT. Here’s my truth: All I’ve had to do since June is show up with a beginner’s spirit & commit 1HR a day to these guys. In return they’ve given me «the best shape of my adult life».
Intensity: They challenge me mentally (never the same workout twice), emotionally (each workout I learn something more about what I am capable of & am cooperatively encouraged by those I am working alongside whom are going through the same, personal evolution), and physically. *I’m consistently impressed by how strategic and scientific their daily programming is. Each workout builds upon itself like they are constructing warriors, one student at a time. AND, they gear it for my level — never am I expected to do what anyone else is doing… just what I am capable of. Its bloody brilliant.
Community: Here is the wild card of this place. Since joining, I have visited a few other Cross Fit gyms and I am very grateful for what we got here in PB. The vibe of this place is its unique ability. Immediately, the owners (Brian & Anders — hilarious buddies who started this and practically live there) recognized me by first name basis. They do it for everyone. They memorize exactly what weight I should be doing — its like being personally trained. The other members feed off of their leadership and culture they’ve created and its infectious. Everybody there seems to get just as much enjoyment in helping others grow and learn as they do for themselves. *No where else I’ve visited is the culture like this.
My best advice: If you are new to this like I am, you might wanna call in and ask for their 3 session intro deal. I dont think its advertised but Its like a 101 for all the movements and the language. And its a 1on1 thing, so I recommend you ask for Jenn (she’s a trainer that works there) she is a master at the art and helped me out tremendously with the fundamentals which got me up to speed. Then, ease into the membership by only starting out with a few days a week. That worked great for me ’cause i was MADD SORE the first few weeks while my body was metamorphosing and the fee was cheaper that way. Finally, do what i wish i woulda done: take some before and after shots cause the transformation is gonna happen fast!

I’ve been a member at CFPB pretty much since they opened in May/​June 2010. CrossFit has changed my life. Since then, I’ve dropped about 15 pounds of fat and gained just about that much back in muscle. I’m leaner, I’m stronger and I fell better in general.
Bryan and Anders (the owners) know what they’re talking about as far as movements of Olympic lifting, gymnastics and bodybuilding. They’ve shown me the safe and effective way to do countless exercises. I am really impressed by the flexibility of the class times and trainers to accommodate the occasional showing up late to a class or «getting a quick workout in» if they’re about to close. The guys also know how to scale or modify a workout if you have an injury or are too sore to perform a certain movement.
Out of the handful of CF gyms I’ve worked out in, I’d have to say CFPB is near the top. Everything you need in a box is here: room to workout, trainers to answer questions, friendly and supportive attitudes. Could it be awesomer? Of course. What box couldn’t?
The guys know it and they’re doing things to make it better all the time.