One of the most beautiful and welcoming crossfit boxes I have ever been. Tons of space and equipment, including a gorgeous outdoor space to use on nice weather days! All of the coaches are super knowledgeable and so inviting - I absolutely love dropping in here when I'm in Raleigh. read more

Wow is this place legit! This "box" is one of the largest Crossfit gyms I have ever seen. It has everything you need for any kind of workout. The staff is extremely welcoming and friendly. The coaches have a lot of experience and know what they're doing. One of the coaches, Whitney, has competed at a high level, and can offer a wealth of knowledge to a client at any skill level (and she is very friendly, down to earth, and fun to be around). You definitely will not regret giving this gym a shot . read more

I can't say enough good things about 12th State CrossFit! I've been a member for over two years and wish I'd joined the day they opened the doors. Here are a few reasons why: - Physical Location: - gym is clean and very well organized. - there is a 200 m, 400 m and mile loop easily accessible - classes have a 20 person cap to ensure athletes get focus - all equipment works and is wiped down after each use - garage doors that open on both sides and a big fan - Coaches: - I'm certain that we are the luckiest athletes in the world to have the coaches we have available to us! - A couple of the coaches are elite athletes that compete professionally or at the Games, so offer TONS of knowledge - every coach is a top notch athlete, yet all are humble, down-to-earth and make everyone feel welcome - I am thrilled to take a class with any of the coaches that are on the schedule and appreciate the way the schedule is rotated so that I get to experience them all - there is an intro class in which one can try out the gym for a month to learn the movements with no contractual commitment - Head Coach: - Coach Cliff is the nicest person, stellar athlete and a great coach! - programs 8 week cycles and switches it up to focus on different skills (ie, gymnastics, weightlifting) - if there is a reasonable suggestion made, he'll organize a survey to get feedback from members - sends newsletters to keep us all feeling connected and informed - Misc: - body comp measurement offered every quarter - massages offered at gym on regular basis - special workshops offered to focus on certain movements - online shop to order supplements and t-shirts - Community: - a really nice group of people of all ages and all skill levels Highly recommend! : ) read more

Joined this gym a couple years ago and it was the best decision. Great community and coaches! I really discovered strengths and weaknesses as it relates to fitness at this gym and it helped me understand what to focus on. There is never a day I don't have a good work including modifications. read more

Coach Whitney is constantly energetic and motivating to everyone.

As a founding member of 12th State, I've been there from the beginning. Great facilities, coaches, and athletes. 12th State is as good as it gets. If you're looking for CrossFit in Raleigh, this is your place. read more

I have been a member of 12th State for 7 months now, barely missing their opening month. Having been a member of a CrossFit gym in town in the past, I knew exactly what I was looking for in a box and 12th State has given me that and much more. The facility is spectacular. Spacious, Rogue Rig, Pendlay plates and bars and enough equipment for everyone. Classes are capped at 15 members (20 when two coaches are present) which ensures that everyone gets the attention and coaching they deserve. The gym has excellent hours including an open gym session everyday of the week in case you're looking to work on some skills or get some extra work in. Coaching at 12th State is also amazing. Most of the time you are coached by the owner himself, Cliff. You can tell that he truly does care wants each and every one of his athletes to succeed. And when you don't get Cliff as your coach, you're other options are just as amazing. I am truly appreciative of each of the coaches at this gym that have made my experience at 12th State extraordinary. Thank you Cliff, Meg, Mollie, Hannah, Dale, Brian, Heidi, and John. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced athlete, 12th State is the place to be. Everyone is there to encourage one another regardless of your CrossFit experience. I came in looking for a solid place I could workout and found a group of people I'm happy to call my friends. read more

was a life long runner until starting Crossfit in my late 30s. 12th State is the cleanest, friendliest and safest gym I have ever attended. There are options for every type of athlete - from beginner to advanced. It's okay if you have never touched a barbell in your life. You'll have lots of company! It is an unbelievable community that celebrates each victory relative to the athlete. If you run your first mile here, you might just catch your coach wiping away a tear. I have been attending at least 3x week for almost 3 years and I feel younger and stronger than I have in years. I have never missed a day due to injury. The options to scale have allowed me to persist through any tweaks or soreness that pop up. I don't have a bad word to say - really. read more

Dropped in while on vacation. Shout out to coach Matt for being very welcoming. Big space, nice plates, friendly people.

I absolutely cannot recommend this gym more. The owners and coaches are fantastic in every way! They are knowledgeable, experienced, and great teachers who care about their athlete's fitness and progression. The community they have cultivated is unmatched. The members are friendly, fun and treat you like family. The causes and charities this gym supports positively impact our local community, and the events they put on are always a blast. Plus, the facility is large up-to-date and clean, and there are more class times to choose from than any gym I have been a member of or visited, and they are open 7 days a week and have 3 fitness paths to choose from depending on your goals. They just added a new and super fun 30-minute fitness class, and there is also a phenomenal barbell club, kids/teen classes, custom programming, in-house sports massage, and nutritionists available! Best gym in Raleigh! read more

Hands down the very best CrossFit gym around! I cannot say enough great things about this place. From the programming to the coaching, it's just all phenomenal. The coaches care about each and every individual's goals and safety. Added bonus, this community is just down right FUN!!!! Highly recommend this box! read more

This place was clean, well organized and the only location with 5am class in the area. I had a blast with great people and coaches. Registration was easy and straight forward. Also their T-shirt prices are very reasonable in comparison with other boxes I dropped in at. Thanks for having me! read more

I joined 12th State a little over 2 years ago and fell in love. I had never worked out consistently or played a sport in my life. The variety in the programming and the energy from the coaches make you want to keep coming back. No matter what level you are at the workout can be scaled for you. The coaches and other members are always there to celebrate your victories or offer a pointer. Such a great sense of community! read more

After being an athlete most of my life, kids and work took their toll on me. I was searching for the right fit and I finally found a place where I feel like I can do both cardio and strength training and do it on my ability level and scale any and every workout to make it effective for me. The coaches are fabulous! For me personally, Mike M. and Mike McC. and Whitney and Cliff have been motivating, supportive and encouraging while still pushing me to do much more than I think I can do. If you are looking for a place where you can engage in the group dynamic OR simply be quiet and lose yourself in a workout, I highly recommend you try 12th State CrossFit. You will not regret it. read more