This place has truly changed my life in the span of approximately three months. Some background: I'm in my early twenties, and am an ex-competitive swimmer. I swam all throughout my youth and in college before tearing my left rotator cuff and ultimately leaving the sport. Ever since then, I've been searching for an outlet for all my athletic energy, mostly resorting to finding ways to work out on my own and stay in shape. I'm one of those people who needs to stay athletic and active, and while I did my best to keep myself occupied, I definitely missed having a team and a coach to motivate me and push me to my highest limits. I also have a few friends who are intense Crossfitters, and who kept encouraging me to try the sport after my swimming career ended. I never did for a variety of reasons, mostly related to my injury, until finally, one of my friends got me into CF Tigard. I didn't look back. Thanks to the wonderful, incredible crew at CF PAW, I've found that outlet again and am back on the road to regaining the strength I had when I was an elite athlete, and it feels SO good. Crossfit, when done the right way (and don't worry, PJ and the coaches at PAW will make SURE you do it the right way) is absolutely addicting. It kicks your butt in the best way possible and leaves you hungry for more. I've been at PAW for almost four months and it's all I can do sometimes to make myself go only once a day. You're never bored, always pushed, and you will leave each workout covered in sweat but feeling great about yourself, even on the bad days. I am leaving for a two-year Master's program in DC in a few weeks, but thanks to CF PAW, I'm already obsessively looking for temporary gyms on the east coast so I can keep improving, and I have no intention of cancelling my membership at Tigard while I'm gone. Conversely, I'm already counting down the days to each trip home so I can come back and train in one of the best athletic environments I've ever experienced. If you're on the fence about trying CF or moving gyms, come to a class here. The community, the coaches, and the workouts have the ability to change your life in all the best ways. read more

I was nervous about getting into a group workout routine. I hadn't been consistent with exercising since high school, and the thought of jumping into a rigorous sport like CrossFit was daunting. CrossFit Tigard - Paw is great. For novices to CrossFit, they offer an introductory program that shows you one-on-one the different lifting techniques and exercises commonly found during the workouts. From there, you can enter a couple different class options based on skill and exercise desires. What I love about CrossFit is that nothing is ever the same. Every workout is different, targeting different muscle groups and skills. The circuit training consistently forces you to move faster and harder because you never get stuck in one exercise for too long. For example, you may do 10 pushups, 20 squats, 30 sit-ups, a lap around the building and then repeat for as many rounds as you can in the allotted time. This gives variety, makes the workouts go by faster, and makes sure every body part is worked during the class. The coaches at CrossFit Tigard - PAW are awesome. They are all very knowledgable about how the body responds to different exercises and are always pushing you to do better techniques and go harder; however, if you have an injury or are limited in certain movements, they also offer modifications that allow you to work similar muscle groups in different ways. In short, any skill level works at CrossFit Tigard - PAW and the coaches are more than happy to accommodate where you are at and make sure you never hurt yourself performing a lift or other exercise. I would recommend CrossFit Tigard - PAW to anyone who wants to change up their exercise game but may be intimidated or nervous. This place is greatly welcoming. The people who attend classes are super nice and the coaches are consistent and available. The equipment always seems clean and well organized and their utilization of the Wodify system makes attending classes and recording your progress easy and hassle-free. Give it a try--I think you'll like it. It's been over a year for me, and I'm stronger and more fit than ever. read more

I had a hard time finding a new CF box when I moved to Portland. I joined one for an entire year that wasn't a good fit and started thinking that maybe CF wasn't for me anymore. Then, I visited CF Tigard PAW and it changed everything. This is an amazing facility with a variety of classes, great coaches, and accessories, proteins, etc. for purchase at a great price. The coaches here are amazing, they explain technique so well and really care about the safety of their members. I recently got a wrist injury and the coaches have been nothing but helpful with modifying basically every single workout for me, I am super grateful for them. I workout in the evenings so I mainly have Ben and PJ as coaches and I must say they are truly amazing. The energy and expertise they bring to every class is top notch. The community here is awesome - there's always some event happening and everyone is super supportive and welcoming. It's family friendly too with a space for kids to play while their parents workout. Not only has this been a great place to continue my love of CF and achieve my fitness goals, but the owner PJ has also been amazing with my nutrition. I signed up for his 13 week nutrition program and was not disappointed. I thought I knew everything I needed about nutrition, but I was wrong. PJ is a true expert and helped me reach weight goals that I didn't even know were possible. I managed to shake off those last few pounds that never want to leave. It came with hard work, but was so much easier with PJs programming and support. This is all around a fantastic and gym with so much to offer. I absolutely recommend it to anyone in their CF journey whether you're experienced or brand new to it. read more

I'm only 28 years old. Have had two spine surgerys and multiple doctors tell me I could not do "crossfit" type workouts. My wife introduced me and pushed me to try PAW for over a year before I stepped foot in the door. I was pleasantly surprised by the warm welcomes and family type environment that PAW offers. The on-ramp program set me up for success and was the perfect amount of hard work along with making sure I was being introduced to these new movements safely. "Leave your ego at the door" My on-ramp coach (shout out to Mike) opened conversation with me by saying the above statement. So often you hear of people getting injured due to pushing themselfs to hard to fast or doing an exercise incorrectly because others "lift heavier" or "run faster" PAW is all about making sure you stay healthy and can continue to train consistently and safely because everyone that coachs and attends this gym truely cares for one another. I'm a member for life and I dont know where I would be today physically and mentally without Crossfit Tigard PAW. read more

I LOVE Crossfit Tigard P.A.W.! Coming in, I was so NERVOUS having never done anything like this before. I started with their "New You" 6 week intro program that breaks down everything from mobility, to the correct/safe way to lift weights, to even proper nutrition. It's in a smaller setting so you are learning along-side others that are new too, so it makes it a comfortable and safe environment. After the 6 week course was up I signed right up for the year membership and haven't regretted it once. Going from the New You group to the main Crossfit classes was easier than I could have imagined; The coaches are friendly, patient, and really care about everyone that comes through the doors. They take the time to answer questions and to get to know you and your goals. The members here have been so welcoming and encouraging. I have made some awesome friendships since joining, and have gotten so much stronger. I've been able to do things that I never imagined being capable of, and am so thankful for the support of this community! read more

TIGARD CROSSFIT - Hands down one of the best decisions I've made for my health and fitness! I've been training at Tigard CrossFit for 2.5 months, and I can't say enough good things about this place. The coaches are not only incredibly knowledgeable, but they genuinely care about your progress, goals, and well-being, And on top of that, they emphasize proper form, technique, and skill development to help you perform and lift at your best. Whether you're an experienced athlete or walking in on day one, they meet you where you're at and push you to get better every day. I especially appreciate the smart, thorough, and constantly varied programming that challenges me each time I workout - exactly what you'd expect from a quality CrossFit gym. Since joining, I've seen improvements in strength, endurance, and overall health. If you're even thinking about trying CrossFit or looking for a gym that will push you in the best ways possible, Tigard CrossFit is for you! read more

I drop into Crossfit Tigard PAW regularly, including attending their special events. It's an awesome place to work out! The overall atmosphere is extremely positive and supportive. They welcome people of all levels of fitness. The coaches are friendly and attentive which is important since Crossfit involves some technical lifts. If you're new to Crossfit (or not) they will be there to help you perform the movements correctly to avoid injury. Their website claims to be the best equipped Crossfit box in Portland and I believe it. The place is huge with two main workout rooms. There is tons of space to work out and plenty of equipment and different weights for everyone. There's also a play room so people can bring their kids which is great. If I lived closer I would totally make Crossfit Tigard PAW my main box. However, I'll still be visiting whenever I can because I really enjoy spending time there! read more

I cannot say enough good things about CrossFit PAW and the staff there. I started as an absolute newbie with no clue about CrossFit or weightlifting- and have now been there 6+ months! The coaches are all incredibly smart and involved- they can help scale the workouts to any level and always ensure that we get the attention we need to get form and skills down and avoid common injuries, while motivating you to work your hardest. CrossFit PAW workouts are intense, fun, tough, and always varying- I've never been bored. I've loved getting stronger (and smarter about fitness) and always feel like I'm lacking when I miss a class. The energy, motivation, and encouragement here keep everyone coming back, no matter what your skill, strength, or age level is. You won't find a better team of coaches or a more supportive community to workout with anywhere in Portland- worth every penny. read more

Started coming here the beginning of the year with their "new you challenge". After that I attended their "fit fundies" program, and as of the last 3 weeks I've been doing the "crossfit" class. It's been an awesome journey thus far... one that I don't see myself stopping anytime soon. I don't have any previous experience with crossfit, and always had a stigma against weightlifting... but it's been both fun and challenging. I look forward to my next work outs now. All the coaches/trainers in the gym are fun and very encouraging. The skill levels vary per class but they are great at making it work for everyone. The people who attend are all super nice as well. It's inspiring to go and see people kicking ass at their goals... it definitely helps (for me) to be in such an environment when working out. It's a good sweat and a good laugh with good people. Highly recommended! read more

The thing that I enjoy the most about Crossfit P.A.W. is that their coaches are extremely helpful and are willing to work with you as you progress. They aren't put out that they have to scale the various exercises. I also like that there is instruction during each class. The thing that amazes me the most is that they are able to have such a diverse group of people working out simultaneously. Men and women. Beginners and experts. The weak and the strong. I've attempted to do the whole Crossfit thing on my own and it just isn't the same. There's something about having PJ (the owner) or Ben encouraging you to keep going when you want to quit that just can't be replicated in your own little home gym. I'm a results-oriented person so I'd be remiss to leave out the fact that I've experienced huge strides in the two and a half months I've been attending. read more

I have tried two other Crossfit gyms before I found Crossfit Paw last October. The tone and vibe in Crossfit Paw is different than any other gym I have been to before. The coaches are there to support us every step of the way and their guidance is around not only getting in great shape but most importantly keeping us all safe and coming back. The nutrition support, coaching, feedback, and encouragement are great and I could not be happier with the results. I feel better, I look better, and I am stronger than I have been in 15 years. I recommend Crossfit Paw for anyone, at any fitness level, who wants to be healthier and be around genuinely great people. See you at the gym! read more

I have been at CrossFit Tigard PAW for over a year, and after visiting some other CrossFit gyms, I can overwhelmingly say that not all crossfit boxes are created equal, and that especially goes for the coaching as well! I have a giant appreciation for our incredible, well educated coaches, for the space we get to train in, for the equipment we get to use. I appreciate the knowledge and mindfulness that goes into how we warm up, mobilize, how the coaches tirelessly drill with pvc pipes, that they never stop teaching and correcting to keep us as safe and injury free as possible - all while fostering a sense of community and fun! I am so thankful to be at PAW! read more

This gym is everything I want out of my workout routine. The workouts are challenging but accessible and the coaches explain in detail how to scale movements to make them effective for ANY level. That said, if you are already really fit they encourage you to push yourself. They focus 100% on safety and form before bumping weight, so when you make gains they are HUGE at first. The coaches are all fabulous, not a single person I'm not happy to see teach my class. My schedule is a little wild, so I also love the range of classes time-wise. I don't consider myself a gym rat at all, but I look forward to coming every day and feel SO good about my body. read more

I've been a member at Crossfit Tigard for 6 months now and couldn't be happier. They welcomed and supported me from day one which I appreciated because I was intimidated when I signed up. I was new to the crossfit community and didn't know what to expect. For my first experience and introduction into this world, I chose the right place! The coaches are constantly pushing me to be my best. They focus on form, safety and technique. Im always impressed with their diverse knowledge of the sport and of the body. Whether you are new to crossfit, like I was, or experienced, like many of my classmates, I highly recommend Crossfit Tigard! read more

Over the past few months I've been working out at CrossFit PAW and it has been absolutely awesome. PJ is a fantastic and super motivating trainer who makes challenging workouts really fun. He's also extremely talented when it comes to teaching across all levels of fitness. With the nutrition piece thrown in as well, you couldn't ask for a more well rounded program. The atmosphere is not intimidating like I thought it would be, there is a sense of camaraderie and everyone is supportive. You really get to know the folks you work out with which makes going that much more fun. read more

I love this place. Honestly its one of my favorite places to be. I always leave in a better mood. The workouts are always great and the people are awesome. After being on sports teams from high school through college I really missed the team atmosphere and having a coach plan my workouts. CrossFit Tigard PAW gave me back the team feeling and the daily planned workouts. Everyone here is so nice and encouraging, the coaches are all great and its just a really wonderful place. I have learned a lot, become stronger and am happier. Thanks Crossfit Tigard PAW! read more

CrossFit Tigard has been a great experience, I would absolutely recommend this gym! I am new to weight lifting and I was anxious when I first went in for the Foundations onboarding classes. Immediately, the staff and coaches were friendly, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about helping me learn the basics. The coaches are there to support you each step of the way and to help you build your confidence. PJ, the owner, went out of his way to make sure I felt connected to the Tigard CrossFit community and that I had all the resources I needed to be successful. read more

I love that I don't have to create my own workout. Tigard PAW has expert coaches and they are supportive and friendly. I like that the coaches can help scale elements that I can't quite do yet. The coaches and participants are friendly and supportive. Classes as early as 5:30 AM and spread throughout the day. They also have fit fundamental classes which are a great place to get you feet wet if you are just getting started or getting back to exercising. Community minded and strong focus on crossfit, fitness, nutrition, and fun. No attitude here... read more

I really enjoy working out at PAW Fitness. Great, well rounded programming and coaching. The gym is very clean and lots of equipment (toys). I feel that the gym is well balanced in terms of the variety of folks that attend. From hard core to just starting. One of the things I like is that no matter where you are in your fitness the coaches promote a supportive but work hard environment. You will be pushed and work harder then you ever have but it will not be beyond your capacity. I love how much my body has change and how strong I am. read more