I love this gym. Been here for 8 years and have never had an issue. Instructors are amazing and friendly. The gym members are also great! My 10 year old son wanted to work out and I asked for pricing for him to join me on saturdays. Darren, the owner, said he can come in for free. My son loves it and all the members are amazing with him. I recommend this gym to everyone! read more

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I wrote a review a couple years ago. Here's a follow up: I stepped away for a while due to work and travel. I started back recently. Place is still awesome. It's a Gym, not a fitness center or spa. People are there working out, training and encouraging each other. ESTLR, thank you for staying consistent. read more

The workouts are really intense! Luis was my coach today for the 12:00 pm class and it was my first time. He was attentive and took extra time to make sure you nail your form for workouts where it needs to be. It's a mostly male class (I was the only girl) but the trainer will work with you to modify certain workouts especially if you just ask. I do HIIT workouts like training mate and Barry's boot camp and this was quite a bit more intense due to the fast paced of everything with little to no breaks..also it's CRAZY hot in the gym. They need A/C lol other than that it was a really great workout, I sweat a ton and I look forward to booking again in the future. read more

ESTLR is an outstanding Crossfit gym located in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles that has truly changed my life. I started to gain weight during COVID, and after joining ESTLR, I am now in the best shape of my life. One of the things I love most about ESTLR is the strong sense of community and encouragement among the members. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and supported by everyone there. Whether it's cheering each other on during a tough workout or offering helpful tips and advice, the members at ESTLR are all disciplined individuals who are committed to helping each other succeed. I've learned so much about taking care of my mental and physical health. The other members inspire me to take care of my body, to eat well and focus on nutrition, sleep, rest and my mental healthy. ESTLR = Eat - Sleep - Train - Live - Repeat. All of the members at the gym embody this message. It is truly inspirational. I look at some members and inspire to do 50% of what they can do. I can't find another place to meet more inspirational people!!! Now I want to give some shoutouts to some specific people: ---- The owner, Darren, is truly exceptional. He's not only incredibly knowledgeable and experienced in the world of crossfit, but he's also a kind and compassionate person who genuinely cares about his members. He's always there to provide guidance and support, and he creates a welcoming and inclusive environment that makes everyone feel comfortable and motivated. Moreover, ESTLR has some of the best coaches I've seen in any Crossfit gym. The coaches at ESTLR, (especially Luis, Charly, Caroline, Coach T [Tiara], Christian, Juwan) are incredibly technical and knowledgeable, providing the kind of expertise that sets this gym apart from others. Their attention to detail, patience, and ability to break down complex movements into manageable parts have been invaluable to my progress. As someone who has dropped into many Crossfit gyms, I can say that the level of technical expertise at ESTLR is unparalleled. The coaches here are not only passionate about what they do but are also skilled at teaching and motivating their members to achieve their best. Last but not least, I've meet some great individuals who I can call as my good friends. You can see their reviews below (shout out to Ben, Sandy, Pierre, Hugo, Tony F, Tony L, Kimberly, Dan, Peter, Kevin, Omar) and many more I failed to mention) who I enjoy seeing every day. We are very competitive - we're always trying to beat each other but they make me a better person and cross fitter. Overall, I highly recommend ESTLR to anyone looking for a top-notch Crossfit gym with exceptional coaches, a welcoming community, and a supportive atmosphere that will help you achieve your fitness goals. Whether you're a seasoned Crossfit athlete or just starting out, ESTLR is the perfect place to experience the incredible benefits of this challenging and rewarding workout program. read more

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Amazing experience overall. The gym has all the equipment you could ever need, tons of space, a parking lot, group classes, and personal training --all at very reasonable prices. Members are friendly and approachable and there's a strong community aspect to this gym. I've been doing personal training with Luis for the past 5 months and have seen tremendous improvement in my flexibility, athleticism, and overall strength. He is incredibly positive and encouraging while also challenging you directly to push past your limits. The sessions are always personalized and the results have been clear. I'm in the best shape of my life and hit new PRs every month. Fully recommend this gym to folks at any fitness level, CrossFit enthusiasts, and really anyone looking to add structure and accountability to their exercise routine. read more

It's been a little over a year coming to my second CrossFit gym and there's been no lack of progression as the programming is challenging and engaging! As someone who's a few years into CrossFit, I remember how difficult it was to initially learn the movements, and how intimidating it was to show up the first few weeks, but after creating the habitual frequency and making friends in the classes here, it's never been easier to want to stay in shape. CrossFit is a journey, and you're ultimately in control of the direction you want to take it. When you want to do more, and really challenge your body and mind, this is a great place to do that. Not only am I becoming stronger and more mobile, but I've made great friends here with coaches, members and the owner Darren who goes out of his way to listen to our feedback. Grateful to have this gym as an option, highly recommended you to try it! Also, there's a parking lot, and tons of free parking around the arts district if the lot is full. read more

This gym has such a welcoming environment for anyone just starting their fitness journey to even a seasoned athlete! Everyone is very encouraging when it comes to achieving your goals and trying new things. It's the best part of my day to come here and put in some work with great people. read more

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Alright I'm going on year three at ESTLR. I'm in deep ladies and gentlemen, and that's not a bad thing. Thanks to the ESTLR coaches my strength and lifts have shot up exponentially and I'm well on my way to becoming a GigaChad. I'm able to RX the workouts. Something that I only dreamt of doing when I first started working out here. Here are my all time lift improvements: Squat 135 - 260 Front Squat 95 - 225 Deadlift 225 - 360 Bench 185 - 260 Clean n Jerk 95 - 185 Snatch 45 - 135 You just need to be consistent and dial in your nutrition read more

I highly recommend this gym for CrossFit enthusiasts located or willing to commute to the Arts District in DTLA. The coaching is phenomenal and the programming is definitely challenging. Darren, the owner is very attentive to how he manages the gym and ensures that everyone has a great experience. Luis is also a great coach who knows all the techniques involved in all facets of CrossFit movements. I've met some great people here and the community is very supportive to ensure you can meet your fitness goals. 5/5 recommended! read more

My favorite crossfit gym of all time! Not only is the space very big here but the people are very welcoming. I really love the coaches here especially, coach Anna and Zack who are both very knowledgeable and great coaches. They will challenge you! The wods are extremely challenging! Out of all the gyms I've been too I always felt like the wods here would kick my butt! They always have an Rx+ weight!!! Also, they have a dedicated space for oly lifting! The gym culture here I feel is the kindest and most welcoming I've ever been too. Darren the owner is super chill and takes good care of the gym with Leila, his lovely wife. Best of all, open gym is pretty much available whenever they are open! It's only a little hard to do open gym if there are classes going on, otherwise you can easily find a space to workout in the corner. Shoutout to my family at Trojans athletics! I love you guys! read more

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Excellent CrossFit gym I have attend, a plus on Wednesday & Fridays with gymnastics also Open gym. read more

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I checked out the weightlifting club at the end of 2020 after being referred by a friend that was a current member. I'm incredibly grateful that she recommended this gym to me. The coach and owner, Darren, allowed me ample time to give my notice at my current gym. He picked up immediately on the flaws in my lifts that other coaches did not, and or it took them working with me for a while to discover. For the unlimited membership, I get to go to the WL classes, open gym, and weightlifting programming every day. Darren is the real deal if you want to compete. During the pandemic, as we have experienced isolation, I've found great friends among the members. I genuinely love this place. read more

Came here for several months after years of HIIT classes. Yes I got 3 private lessons to start, but they left me unable to walk the next day and in serious pain... that's fine since I work from home, but imagine being a parent or going into an office. There was no warning I'd be told to lift my max weight and completely immobilize myself for the next 2 days each session. The rest of the classes were whatever. It's more for the advanced crew. I rarely understood what it was I was supposed to be doing and the one coach was often talking to his or her gym friends than going around helping paying customers. Also the workouts were pretty boring...I know it's not HIIT, but...think 30min of the same movement, then 30min of a different movement plus a run to the end of the street. I know part of this is just CrossFit, but I've since found another Crossfit place nearby where everyone is friendly, the coach will even spot me if there's an uneven number in the class, workouts are kept fast-paced and wildly varied, and I get full, friendly explanations of the workouts and my form. Way better than a coach on the opposite end of the warehouse who doesn't speak to me the entire hour, day after day. Also the bathrooms are gross. I know it's a rugged-aesthetic gym, not Equinox, but at this price...they shouldn't be gross. read more

I wasn't a fan of CrossFit or weight training and that's when I found maestro Gnarly Charlie. A yoga, parkour, gymnast . After two years of training with him I went from a slim artist painter to a hand standing , gymnast with a hard body. All my friends now compliment me on my gains ! I like the open gym space, friendly members , and commitment to gains! Power! As Gnarly Charlie would say . read more

ESTLR is a little oasis in downtown - the outdoor setup is top notch, particularly in the covid environment where the ability to workout outside with equipment is really limited in the city. Programming is amazing (and ass-kicking), while head coaches Dana and Anna do an incredible job of both encouraging athletes and watching form. Owner Darren is super accommodating and will make newcomers feel welcome - definitely recommend on both a drop in or regular member basis ! read more

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Love this gym. Lots of classes and great community. Crossfit, Weightlifting, Gymnastics, they have it all. Feels like home :) Everyone will be welcome here, highly recommend. read more

I take the Wednesday gymnastics class, and learn something new every time! Great environment to learn and friendly people. The vibe is immaculate. Plus lots of healthy food options nearby. read more

Fantastic facility! Awesome staff! Amazing results! After trying a few different crossfit gyms, I decided on this location because the size and the people! The gym is one of the biggest I've been to, which is nice for a hundred reasons; plus the people that go there are the perfect balance between competitive and fun - so everyone is trying their best and pushes each other, but not taking anything too seriously. Also love they sometimes do fun events (beer pong tournaments, happy hours, etc), plus they bring out lots of nutritionists, and other fitness specialists for body composition evaluations, and more. read more

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My current gym (2nd one in LA) and I have really enjoyed it! I participate on the Crossfit side (they have open gym, Power lifting & personal training). I have had alot of fun and have now been a member here over a year and time has flown by! I have PR'd some lifts, had fun and made some amazing friends! Working out is by far more fun with friends! I would say the 6AM class is the most competitive, but there is an array of skill levels at this gym (but no one who competes in the Crossfit games really). Solid intermediate competitive gym. We are hoping to get more social events going at the gym so hopefully soon! read more

Simply not worth it (especially for new-to-Crossfit people). After two months of regularly working out here, would avoid if I had the choice to do it all over again. That became crystal clear after they restarted my paused membership during COVID without letting me know in advance (I found out because my credit card was charged). Cons: 1. Sparse instruction for new-to-CrossFit members. 2. Instructors oftentimes late to morning class. 3. Have to set up all the equipment yourself for all classes to come if you are in the first morning class, which further cuts into class time. 4. Management was inflexible during COVID about membership pauses. 5. Operated during COVID and did not require masks (did not appear that there were any real safety protocols in place). 6. Expensive ($180/month for 3x per week). Pros: 1. Instructors are friendly. 2. Large outdoor space for being in downtown. 3. Get a good workout (though injury is a high probability without proper instruction - my back was out of whack for two months after I stopped) read more

The best gym in the arts district area in my humble opinion. Nothing beats the high ceilings and open space. They have the most class time options for CrossFit as well as gymnastics. Open gym is available all day when I want to do my own workout. Added bonus : They recently added a smoothie bar which has the best post workout drinks! Win win read more

Spent a month training at Trojan while in town for a project and it's been great! Fierce programming, super welcoming community and a personal and generous coaching staff. They really made me feel at home. Extensive schedule and the classes were never overfull. And the arts district is a great neighborhood to explore. Wicked box. Highly recommended. read more

Awesome huge box. I think about 9000 sq feet. Lots a different toys to play with from big huge tractor tires to Kettlebells. Great coaches and very cool location in the Arts District downtown Los Angeles. Keep up the great energy and looking forward to my next workout on Thanksgiving day. N read more

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Terrible service. Very bad staff. Not following safety precautions. I recommend you go anywhere else. I went there hoping to get a membership. But there was no one to help and by the time I walked in to look for assistance to pay they really cared about the money more than anything else the receptionist didn't help at all and gave me really bad attitude. I left because I didn't feel comfortable at all and since they don't follow COVID regulations I chose to go somewhere else read more

Came here to try for a week, and now I'm going on two years here & it's thanks to the community and support of the coaches that helped me. The learning experience and self Improvement is what kept it consistent. Been to a few boxes in LA and this is where I'll stay read more

I love it here!! Everyone is so kind & friendly, the coaches are great. Being a part of this community is very motivating to become your best self :) read more

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Came in for a drop in and bought a shirt instead of paying for a dropping in fee. Coach for today was very knowledgeable. Workout was good and tough. The box is very spacious and clean. Met one of the owners and was friendly. Staff was friendly as well. If your in town or live nearby I would recommend you come by. Will definitely come back if I have the time. read more

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This is by far the best gym I've ever been to. It isn't just a hardcore gym, it is an incredible community full of people that are very passionate about fitness. Everyone I have spoken to from the staff and members have been nothing but kind and incredibly knowledgeable. read more

Trojan Cross Fit is fantastic I was a member there a few years ago and then due to a foot injury I had to stop. I recently returned and they couldn't of been nicer! I believe Darren helped me! they have three one on one training's for ensuring your crossfit form is correct with a really great fun environment to get that extra ripped in lean muscle mass are looking for. But even the classes on Sunday which are great because I do multiple gyms and multiple classes thumbs up a lot of great equipment and trainers in a huge box! Shout out to Davon!!! Also weight lifting at 9 am Sunday w Matt to help w form. read more

Been training here for the past 6 months, I honestly can say I am in the best shape of my life thanks to my trainer/ coach Luis , I have lost 42 lbs and can lift more weight than ever before. My mile time went from 9 minutes to just below 7 min mile. It is a great open space with tons of free weights. I highly recommend you give them a try. Awesome community of people everyone is welcoming and supportive. It really is the best part of my day. They also have a nice outdoor workout area too. read more

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The coaches, staff, and the other athletes all come together to make Trojan a really amazing place to learn, practice, and continuously improve as a Crossfitter. I have been here a little over a year after being absorbed from the closure of Mean Streets and the staff made the transition very smooth and welcoming. Coaching - Throughout the Open there was so much great energy and support. I feel a sense of accomplishment after every workout as the coaches here are keen on breaking down any mental roadblock you have to push towards your fitness goals. I've seen the programming transform as well into better WOD's, more skill work and a great mix of heavy lifting to long cardio workouts. And if a class type setting isn't your jam there is plenty of space to lift and follow your own programming outside or in the back away from class. The owner and coaches are always kind enough to come check in on your movements and offer tips and suggestions. Class Frequency/Diversity - There are A LOT of class times from 6am to 8pm, very accommodating to any work schedule, including open gym times. Saturday classes are partner workouts which makes for a fun/energetic environment. I can't speak to the Weightlifting program as I have not participated but the meets that are held there have been professional. They also offer a dynamic gymnastics class twice a week fit for any skill level. All the exercises I have worked on in gymnastics made me a better mover/lifter so I highly recommend this program as an addition to any athletes regimen. Facilities - This is by far the cleanest and most organized Crossfit gym I have worked out at. Plenty of equipment from rowers, kbs, wall balls, sand bags, bars, to plates to a space on the rig. The facilities manager takes excellent care of the equipment and ensures it's clean and well maintained and/or replaced if there's an issue. There are: showers, water station, place to buy apparel/food etc. Community - I can safely say that going to this gym every evening is one of the biggest highlights of my day. The gym owner regularly holds events both fitness and socially oriented to further foster community from a holiday party to a 'Friday night lights' celebration during the open. Overall- I was not only encouraged to show up, and push myself every class, but was able to better my form and solve some technical issues I've had for a while thanks to the sharp and highly qualified eyes of coaches. I have seen steady improvement in all of my lifts and gymnastic skills and the friends I have made and the sense of camaraderie I feel each day at the gym is second to none. read more

I found my new home two years ago at Trojan Athletics. As an Olympic Weightlifter, they offered me the coaching and atmosphere I was looking for. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and attentive. They go above and beyond for their athletes. Not just is the coaching terrific, but the people who make up the community are wonderful. I've made so many friends through the gym over the years, and the owner and coaches definitely do their part to make sure members have the opportunity to get to know each other through events, cookouts, and trips to the beer garden across the street. If you're looking for a great place to train with even better people, Trojan Athletics is your place. read more

Awesome gym with truly wonderful people! The classes are always challenging, but the instructors are so knowledgeable and motivating. I feel like I've improved so much since joining. I'm really glad I found a great place close by that has parking! There's also the tonic bar inside for when you need a little something after a tough workout. read more

Very spacious gym , the best trainers and awesome and welcoming community . Love coming here ‍

I have been to several boxes across the country and this box has the best coaches hands down!! These coaches now their shit in Olympic weight lifting are are very attentive to your lifting form. I was only here for the summer but I can say that I feel much more confident at crossfit after training here for only three months Everyone was so friendly and very willing to help. The box is massive and conveniently close to the highway and in the middle of downtown. I have nothing but great things to say about this box. read more

Can't say enough about this box. I love going there everyday because of these reasons: 1. The programming and coaches are the best. The coaches are very professional and skillful. They guide you everyday to become stronger with better techniques, and also to avoid injury in every workout that you do at the gym. 2. The community is amazing. Full of positive, friendly, and STRONG people! 3. Can't beat the location and space. It's located in DTLA, next to my fav cafe. Lots of private parking spaces and the spacious warehouse type of gym. 4. I am currently taking the Olympic Weight-lifting program. Hands down one of the best in the area. read more

I cannot begin to say enough great things about Trojan CrossFit. I started CrossFit about 8 months ago. I had never been an athletic guy. Every movement was new to me. That was not a problem because the coaches are amazing. They know their stuff and they know how to teach and motivate. For me the best thing about this box is the community. I have never been a part of a more united, cohesive and supportive group of people. And that environment is created by the coaches. Bottom line, in 8 months, I lost 25 pounds and my blood sugar is below the diabetic level. This is the first time my blood sugar level has been in the normal range in over 10 years. CrossFit is literally adding years to my life. I highly recommend Trojan Athletics. read more

Just wanted to give them a shout out. Been a member here for over a year and absolutely love this place. Excellent facility, great coaches, and made great friends. Awesome community. read more

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It had been an exhaustive weekend, snowboarding pure powder for two straight days in the Rockies sure does tax the body. I was worn out, beat up and running on reserves. With the good comes the bad, the massive amount of snow made traffic ridiculous, I was in danger of missing the flight home. When I arrived to the airport my flight was boarding, T-minus 30 minutes to go. Too late to check my suitcase, I had no choice but to throw it over my shoulder like a 40lb. med-ball and race towards the security line. Now the waiting game, and the clock is ticking like the 19th minute of a 20min. AMRAP! As I get past TSA the real race begins, with 10 minutes until departure I look to find my gate... A49, the very end of the terminal. I gulp a deep breathe once more, hoist back up the bag, and start sprinting the 1600m to my ride home. I can honestly say, if it were not for the constant effort we put in each and every day at Trojan CrossFit, plus the support, the encouragement, the training, the pointers, the repetition and of course... the work... I would not have made it to my gate in time, and with 4mins. to spare! I even recall shouting "TIME" when I reached the gate agent, although I don't think she got what I meant. Trojan CrossFit exemplifies everything a community should be. Friends and families merge and work together both in and away from the Box. The facilities are outstanding and there isn't an exercise which can't be performed within our walls. I have been an active CrossFit member for almost 5yrs. and have worked with some of the best, yet I still learn from Trojan's coaches and see them helping so many new members correctly and positively. I'm proud to call myself a Warrior! Come out and play with us! read more

By far my favorite gym that I've been too. Very clean & have a large outdoor areas to train & every training station is 6ft Apart. Glad to be here! read more