Crossfit South Bend

19.8 mi

Jeff and Joyce are excellent people to be around! I'd recommend them fully. You'll be assured to…read moreknow the basics of CrossFit in no time!

From the owner: CrossFit Berrien is a functional fitness program that is designed to get you in the best shape of…read moreyour life. Our workouts are infinitely scalable for all fitness levels. Try it for free and sign up today.

CrossFit RAZE

10.2 mi

These guys know their stuff. They don't mess around. I am a coach myself and I am learning a lot…read morefrom these guys. If you like competing, you like being pushed, and making great friends while in the process...this is the gym for you!! RAZE it up!

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Crossfit Tides

32.7 mi

I was fortunate to find this gym while visiting the St Joe area. The management and members are…read moreextremely friendly and welcoming. They have had everything I required as well as being clean and organized. I stopped in twice and felt right at home. Great gym; great value. I look forward to returning on my next trip to the area.

From the owner: Crossfit Tides is a fitness community that is passionate, determined, and supportive. Whether…read moreyou're here for a day or committed to years, we've got exactly what you need. CrossFit Tides is the first CrossFit gym in Berrien County, MI - Established in 2012. We are focused on giving our athletes guidance to establish a healthy lifestyle and focus on longevity. Our long-term goals should be focused on being able to stay active with our kids and grandchildren and live independently for as long as possible. We do this with excellent knowledgeable Coaches who work with all athletes to achieve their personal goals.

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MAGFIT

30.0 mi

Great place to workout. Easy access, plenty of parking. The coaches are knowledgeable, and very…read morepatient and attentive with beginners (me). The HIIT morning class is tough but fun! Memberships are super flexible: day pass, punch card, monthly,...

From the owner: The MagFit philosophy is simple - fitness for all levels and ages. MagFit workouts are designed to…read moreincrease strength and agility while focusing on excellent form. We offer a variety of fitness options that include student athletic training, adult group fitness classes and personal training.

CrossFit Torrent

48.7 mi

For years, I've been interested in CrossFit, thinking it looks like something I would enjoy but…read morealso being intimidated by the idea of it. I'm here to tell you that I have drunk the CrossFit Kool-Aid and I'm here to stay. CrossFit Torrent is a spacious gym with a welcoming attitude. I joined a 28 day challenge for the month of January of 2020. The gym set aside special class times for beginners during the first week of the challenge. In these classes, they focused on technique and gave us some modified workouts to get us comfortable with what we could expect from a normal class. The challenge included three classes a week, home workouts and a meal plan. The results are real. I lost 9 pounds and my body fat decreased by 4.7% I like that the classes are always an hour long. I never feel like I'm competing with anyone but myself. I do my best to complete the workouts with the weight that works for me. It's nice to look at the more experienced CrossFitters to see what I could aspire to do someday. The main drawback may be that memberships are expensive and the most cost efficient option is to commit to a one year contract.

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CrossFit CAJIR

(3 reviews)

35.9 mi

This is THE BEST box ever. Amazing coaches, great members, and awesome equipment. There is not one…read moresingle thing that makes this place great, it's a combination of it all that makes it perfect. If you are looking for a supportive environment to better yourself this is it, look no further, you've found it. Everyone is so welcoming and helpful. The programming is well thought out. The equipment is top notch. The coaches are encouraging and knowledgeable. Don't hesitate to check this place out, you won't be disappointed.

CrossFit CAJIR is a great box with some of the best coaches! They are supportive, encouraging,…read moreknowledgeable and aims to help you reach your goal in a safe and friendly environment. This gym is very welcoming, beginner friendly, and everyone is encouraging regardless of your fitness level. I HIGHLY recommend CrossFit CAJIR to all who want to try or continue CrossFit. Or if your just looking for a box to drop into. This is your place ‍.

One of our group classes.

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A beginners class completing their final session.

Mad Apple Crossfit

(2 reviews)

65.7 mi

Dropped in for a workout. Coach was great and the crew wonderfully patient with a newcomer. Go!read more

I needed to just start CrossFit and not be scared so I decided to choose Mad Apple while staying…read morewith my sister. I don't have much to compare them but man these guys and gals are just amazing! They know what they're doing and they do such a great job at explaining and making you feel comfortable but also challenging you. The space is big and very clean! Always clean. It's spacious and everyone is so nice. It looks like a somewhat new facility but I think it's because they care so much about their location and equipment. Each coach always looks at your technique and makes sure you're doing it well. My favorite are the ataboys, they felt weird at first but it's so helpful to know that everyone wants you to succeed and no give up. They do warm ups before a WOD and stretching afterwards. Everything they do is so organized and neatly put together. Each day they write the WOD on the board and your name with the weights you used or time you finished. Honestly, I would drive to Fort Wayne just to stay a part of this amazing and loving team. Wish everyone well

FitStop24 - Mishawaka

4.0

(3 reviews)

2.1 mi

great place to work out. being aboe to access the gym at anytime of the day makes fitting in a…read moreworkout so much easier. also great equipment and service

It'd be nice if you guys could regularly keep the soap dispenser filled .. it's been a few days now…read more& it's still empty ! Not exactly off to a great start at the new location. I appreciate the open door policy on the snacks & drinks , but talk about taxing.. $4.75 for a protein shake I can get at martins for $3.50? Why? The equipment is alright at best , the equipment on 23 is far better. There's plenty of tvs though! Also there's no coat racks or drinking fountain .. 3 stars is being generous .. I am thankful for what Eastlake/Fitstop has provided for me in the past , but I need better from you guys

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Rocky Gap Beach

3.9

(7 reviews)

34.3 mi

Beautiful beach, clean sand, clean water, wheelchair accessible ramp, lots of driftwood structures,…read moreand best of all, it's not crowded. People come here to just sit and watch the waves, look for beach glass, do zen meditation/gardening with the pebbles, clean up litter, swim, paddleboard, and chill with their dogs. (The last is technically not allowed but I won't tell if you won't.) The only drawback is there isn't much parking. Pro tip: your navigation app may direct you to a parking lot north of the parking lot with a ramp entrance to the beach, but that is great for overflow parking. Rocky Gap County Park will get you to the closest parking lot to the beach.

PROS: 1. Good place to watch sunsets…read more 2. Shallow water stretches out nearly 50' in some areas and enables young children and non swimmers to enjoy the water. 3. Shallow water warms up earlier in the season so water temperatures aren't icy cold compared to beaches that have deeper water. 4. No admission or parking fees. CONS: 1. The beach is not well maintained by Berrien County Parks. 2. There are no lifeguards on duty, nor any kind of beach supervision. Posted rules aren't enforced. 3. The beach is often dirty and full of twigs, logs, abandoned camp fires, dead fish & birds, and litter from beach goers (cigarette butts, food wrappers, cans, paper, and fireworks remains). 4. There are many stones in the water that make it uncomfortable to enter the water unless you have water shoes on. 5. The beach is very small and narrow. When water levels of Lake Michigan are high the beach is even narrower, barely allowing more than one row of patrons to set up their Towels, Umbrellas, Sun/Wind tents, and Chairs. 6. The only toilet facilities are outdoor latrine type toilets (no flush toilets). 7. There is limited parking at the beach entrance but there are 8 more spaces a block away (up a steep hill climb) if the area isn't already reserved for a wedding. 8. Be ready to get a parking ticket and/or your car towed if you park along the road where "No Parking" signs are posted. 9. Jet skiers and other power water sport equipment run very close to shore endangering swimmers, people on flotation devices, or people in the water playing games. 10. There is no supervision to keep power toys safely out of the swimming areas. 11. On weekends and holidays, many power boats anchor close to shore in shallow water near the be. 12. There is no food or beverage service by the beach nor within walking distance. 13. There is no cell phone service.

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Rocky Gap Park, sunset

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Arrival at 3:30pm

Potawatomi Park

4.0

(9 reviews)

4.0 mi

This is a nice park. The playground is big, and there are a number of fun things to play on/with,…read moreincluding slides (multiple), bridges, a rock wall, tunnels and more. It's all very colorful and fun. There's also a splash pad with multiple water features, and it's located in a nice shady spot with benches all around. Shade! Around a splash pad! This seems to be a rare thing nowadays, but yes, there is shade here. As a parent, that's probably what I like this park: There is always somewhere shady to sit or stand. This park also had a gigantic roofed overhand area with benches for big parties. When we visited, there was a church party going on. There is also a little rain garden on the outer edge of the park, which was a welcome sight. I love when parks make the effort to incorporate native plants into their park spaces. It doesn't go unnoticed, and it's greatly appreciated! Potawatomi Park is directly outside of Potawatomi Zoo. The two share a parking lot, so it might be a drag to find parking on busy days.

Went to a picnic in this park. Big grounds and lots of room for multiple groups to have picnics…read more Also right next to the zoo in case you want another activity to do. Bathrooms are kind of far away depending on where you are at the park.

Playground

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Robert W. Browne Aquatic Center

3.3

(4 reviews)

60.9 mi

Have had both my girls go here for swimming lessons. The teachers did great to build a foundation…read moreof confidence. They offer both beginner and more advanced classes. Sign up early as all we have attended filled up. Facilities are kept up, and both pools are in decent shape. The smaller, shallower pool is salt but is heated. The larger competition pool is chlorine but not heated. A nice escape on a cold winter day.

The pool and locker rooms are very clean. The lap lanes are typically very evenly divided and the…read morelifeguards will allow you to put more in if needed. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I spent most of, if not all my time, after school training here for the last six years and haven't had a bad experience yet. Can't wait for it to be opened back up after the pandemic is over. :)

Shiojiri Niwa

4.6

(5 reviews)

2.3 mi

This is the classic Japanese-style garden. It was a gift from Mishawaka's sister city, Shiojiri,…read moreand unlike anything else in the city. Upon entering the park, one will notice how this garden sends off quite a different "vibe" than western-style gardens do. Typical of Japanese design, it was thought out quite a bit, and there is a reason behind every little detail within. Every changing month seems to bring its own charm to the park. An excellent park to go to for feeling closer to both God and nature. This has got to be the loveliest acre of land in Mishawaka.

This park celebrates the sister city status of Mishawaka and Shiojiri, a city in Nagano, Japan…read more Niwa is Japanese for garden and this park takes on many of the characteristics of a Japanese Garden. Some of those characteristics include: Water - renewal and calm Stone - longevity and forces of nature Yukimi-gata Lantern (a snow lantern) Bridges The park has all these but the water/pond which would ideally contain fish /koi. Of course, the weather here would necessitate wintering of the fish elsewhere, so it is probably a cost management issue. The park is well kept and is filled with plants, small trees, and gardens. There is also a bronze sculpture to the right of the entrance that commemorates the relationship between the two cities. Review #3099