In a nutshell- I'm kinda addicted. I tried not to be but I really enjoy it. At first I made an…read moreintro appt online. It didn't go through for some reason but when I showed up they easily accomodated me an hour later. We went through some exercises to see how flexible and strong I was.... I think I sorta pulled a shoulder/trap muscles for throwing 14lb wall balls. That's way more than my 10lb bowling ball but I did fine overall and Ellen determined I was more than ready to start the basic foundation one month class. It was a small group of us and we went twice per week and learned good form and how to do all the different exercises. We didn't like how you had to pay $65 to make up a class if you missed one so I didn't miss any. Here's my thoughts: Simple yet effective workout equipment Back to basics, strength and good overall health Nice knowledgeable instructors Competitive spirit - great people Expensive but pushes me to a level that I cannot achieve on my own Worth it? It's my health and fitness

I've dropped into a few other boxes and have never felt 'at home'- I always felt like a visitor. At…read more12 Labours I felt welcome, with the coach and other members chatting with me, cheering me on, etc. The box was clean and the coach was friendly, and helped me scale something back to an injury (which was not caused by CrossFit!). Not sure when I'll be back in the area, but when I am I'll definitely drop in again. This is a good box!

Thought about giving Crossfit a go, but with so many options, you're just not sure how to…read moredifferentiate one from the other? Then you've got to get into Old Bay! With a staff that is not only knowledgeable, but passionate about what they do, you can't ask for a better crew to help you reach your fitness goals. If you're new to Crossfit, every workout offers a modified "Less than 3 month" version to help you get going at a good pace. After I dove in head first a year ago, I'm stronger, healthier and probably better looking than i already was. The time the coaching staff gives to help me improve in and out of the gym is something that I've been hard pressed to find in the past. You're not a number at Old Bay, you're a part of a team. A community. A group of friends that hold each other accountable to get in the gym and help you conquer that last rep, then take you out for a beverage because you're awesome. Old or new, young or young at heart, Old Bay is for everyone, and I couldn't imagine wanting to be anywhere else.

I put off starting CrossFit for about a year, and Ellen at Old Bay was nice enough to let me come…read morein for a few weeks of Foundations courses while I was in town visiting my boyfriend. In a way it's unfortunate that I've been spoiled by such a nice box, because nothing in Dallas has been able to compare. On the other hand, if I had tried to start CF at any of the places I've been to in Texas, I would've quit after the first class. If you're worried about starting, CrossFit Old Bay is the place to go. Everything is scaled , and everyone is really nice. And the class sizes are small....now that I'm dealing with 25+ people in a class in a box 1/3 the size of Old Bay with 0 rowers, I'm very anxious for the snow to melt so I can return to Maryland and CFOB!

As someone who dedicates their life to work and exploring new food spots, working out has never…read morebeen my forte. I am a notorious quiter. If I struggle at something athletic, I am usually the first person to determine my time would be better spent completing work tasks not done during the work day. Turning 30, I decided I needed a change and signed up for the Southern Maryland CrossFit "Fall Into Fitness" Special. The "Fall Into Fitness" Special included unlimited classes for six weeks totalling $125.00 per person. My husband agreed to do it with me as support for a new step we both knew was going to be a struggle for me. Walking into Southern Maryland CrossFit, I did not know what to think but I was immediately greeted by Coach Amy who wove humor into her customer service paperwork requirements to help ease the obvious anxiety I was feeling upon walking in. Once you leave the small office, the entire remainder of the space is dedicated to work out space and equipment. Classes are on a rolling basis so when one is ending, the next class is preparing to warm up while other members are on the perimeter doing independent lifting tasks (ie. bench press, squats, overhead press). Warm ups are similar each day allowing for members to have some similarity and focus on the other components of the work out for the day. Each day of the week is different at Southern Maryland CrossFit and each coach works to support every members at their individual level/area of need. As a noob, each coach works with me on my form and help me scale the work out to a reasonable level (even when I am feeling spunky and try to go too heavy too soon). The coaches suggest members use a notebook of some sort to track their individual working weights and PRs; but if maintaining a notebook isn't your style (or you frequently forget where you put things), Southern Maryland CrossFit posts photos of their daily board onto their Facebook page. Overall, Southern Maryland CrossFit is extremely active on their website and social media platforms posting the daily work out, daily work out results, and even weekly messages from the owners! After a few months at Southern Maryland CrossFit, I feel stronger but something more important happened: I started to feel like part of a community. Each member is friendly, social, supportive, and down to help/scale with anyone whether you're new or a seasoned CrossFit participant. Even during the Corona Virus (COVID19) Pandemic, the Southern Maryland CrossFit Coaches and members have online virtual workout plans, virtual workout challenges, video meet ups, and frequent social media engagement. If you're a CrossFit kind of person or even if you're someone like me just looking to make a change to bring some healthy-ish balance to your life, consider Southern Maryland CrossFit. You won't regret it!

This place is a scam. Won't let you even see the gym in person until you sign a contract. Took me…read moreseveral months just to get in the door. The place is not welcoming, the owner doesn't answer questions/phone, the hours are terrible. For me, crossfit gyms are supposed to be community-based. This is far from it. They won't allow for drop ins, supposedly because people are not respectful, but it really to lock you into the contract. On the only class was able to go, they give you all the rules. Drop the bar and that's 8 minutes of burpees for everyone but you. So much for community, pinning people against other. Drive 10 minutes more. Go somewhere else.

Good workout - fast paced with quick transition. Classes get crowded at times. I can see that one…read morecan build good workout relationships with teammates over time!

From the owner: F45 Training Severna Park is specifically designed to provide a functional full-body workout while…read moreimproving energy levels, metabolic rate, strength, and endurance. We focus on unifying the muscle groups of the body to help make you feel and perform better in all aspects of your life. The F stands for functional training which is geared towards everyday movement. 45 is the total amount of time for sweat-dripping, heart-pumping fun! F45 is one of the most time-efficient ways of training. Every workout is 45 minutes, designed to be efficient, effective and accessible for all fitness levels. Every class is lead by a certified personal trainer. Our coaches are there to guide you through each training session, offering form corrections, modifications and motivation so you can train safely and confidently - whether you are brand new or looking to level up! You will never do the same workout twice at F45 Training Severna Park. There is no guess work, no wandering, just show up, warm up and get right to work with us! We offer a 7-day, unlimited classes, $7 trial - Come see why the locals choose F45 Severna Park!

Good equipment, clean, great coaching, effective wods! CF PAX is a great crossfit gym particularly…read morefor new people. They have tailored warmups and thorough explanations prior to anything done in a workout. Their Sunday Oly class was particularly knowledgeable and provided great snatch coaching for someone with 13 years of doing CrossFit. The only downside was admin. I was there for a month so I signed up for a 1 month membership. I had to sign 3 liability waivers, provide payment information multiple times, had a week delay getting access to wods/reservations, and the 0500 class cancelled one of the weeks I was there after the class showed available on zen planner and I reserved the day prior. I'll still give 4 stars because the owner was fairly responsive to help solving issues.

From the owner: CrossFit is a core strength & conditioning program that delivers a fitness that is by design,…read morebroad, general, and inclusive. Elements of track & field, gymnastics, weightlifting, and strongman are combined in short intense daily workouts to maximize results for any individual. CrossFit teaches functional movement patterns, or, movements that you find in real life -pushing, pulling, squatting, jumping, throwing, carrying, and sprinting. We offer CrossFit Kid's and Teens classes for members and non-member's children ages 6-15! We also offer physical therapy services with two certified DPT's!

I had never heard of this franchise until recently, so after researching the brand further, I…read morescheduled and completed a free class. Although the facility appears much larger in the website photos and videos, it was smaller than expected. However, I was really excited about the experience. Prior to the free class, the staff member provided a comprehensive tour of the facility that included information about the benefits of infrared technology and fitness. The keyless entry location features 24/7 accessibility. As for the workouts, each workout station includes virtual instruction. My favorite was the cycling station. The rooms are compact and blazingly hot, but heat-adjustable. For this reason, I could not imagine being in the enclosed compartments with two other people. The facility not only features the HIIT workouts, hot-cycle, hot-thunder, and hot-blast, but also Isometric workouts such as hot-iso, hot-pilates, and hot-yoga. There is also a small workout area in the back featuring free weights. Smith machine and TRX bands. There are two bathrooms featuring glass showers. They also feature brand merchandise at the front. Overall, the location was clean. The workout rooms were clean, and the bathrooms were clean and well-stocked. Again, I think it is an interesting concept with some amazing results and benefit claims.

HotWorx is in a nice shopping center in Bowie where the Texas Roadhouse is located. I love that…read morethey have a pin pad to enter the facility for security purposes. They offer 24/7 access which is also great. Maury took care of me for my complimentary class. I took the Hot Barre None. It was a good 30 min session. It's nice and clean in there as well which is what I love the most since Saunas are involved. It doesn't smell sweaty or anything. I love that they also have a weight area if you want to do some strength training. The membership price $59 is a steal for unlimited classes. I can't wait to return and try more classes. It's so many to choose from since there are 6 rooms; some have workout machines. The instructors are virtual on the screen. I highly recommend everyone try it out. It is low impact and totally worth it.