Pretty nice Crossfit gym...routine uses kettlebell, medicine balls, and step climbers...says it's 15 years old...SOMA near the ballpark..interesting routine to try..nice building read more

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This is an update to my previous review - after being stuck inside for over a year, I was really looking forward to getting back into a good workout routine. Unfortunately, I didn't really feel that safe going back to a bigger gym that were questionably spaced out. I walked by United Barbell a few times before I actually felt really comfortable with their safety precautions and got myself back in class. In my previous review, I took away one star because I really felt like all the people were very experienced and the instructors didn't cater to newbies like me. I will take it all back now because I've now taken classes with Olivia, Kristie and Brian..and they were all seriously fantastic about walking me through the movements and giving me really great feedback/input. Maybe it is because the classes are smaller? or maybe it is because I tell them upfront that I have no idea what I'm doing and need a refresher? Either way, it's working and I feel like I'm getting the right level of support and guidance to do the workouts safely. I have really truly been enjoying the workouts here. Better yet, you are able to see the workouts on the SugarWOD app (it's free!) when you add United Barbell as a community. My lower back was pretty achey last week, so it helped me decide which days/workouts to avoid while I was resting my back! Definitely recommend! read more

I was visiting San Francisco and needed a CrossFit gym. I looked at a few and United seem to be the most legit and pretty close to my hotel in a nice area. They have classes in the morning 730 and 830 and then open gym till the afternoon. I did the open gym drop in fee was $30 I thought that was a little bit high. The most your pay in LA is $25. The girl working the front was really nice. Prior to using the gym you do have to sign a really long waiver. I would say they could definitely improve on that because it took up so much time. It was a bit clunky and was the longest waiver I've ever filled out as far as a CrossFit box. Now let's get to the box. I thought this box is pretty nice the trainer and there was super nice they had really nice new weights and barbells everything was up-to-date and there was two separate sections it was a good size for San Francisco. They have 2 large bathrooms that are unisex and ADA compliant and also have separate showers which I thought was awesome! I'm super clean and I always look for showers at a box. In addition there's a cool outside area. They only had a few assault bikes I don't know if maybe the other ones were hiding? but those could definitely use an update. Overall my workout was really good and I would be excited to try one of your classes next time I'm back but I recommend it to my brother who lives there full-time. It's an Oracle Park I really liked the walk from Union Square it was refreshing and you pass a Whole Foods market and a Starbucks on the way. Also there was minimal riffraff that made me very happy and a lot of Street traffic of people doing things! Thanks UNITED! read more

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Have been coming to UB for years, very decent space, we have front and back rooms which allows two classes and open gyms. Fun community, people are welcoming and I have made a lot of close friends here. Great coaches, especially head coach Liran is the best! I have learned a lot of lifting and gymnastics skills through the classes Highly recommand, and if you are curious, we have free intro class read more

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I've been coming here for about 4 years. It is fantastic for anyone who might be interested in crossfit or ancillary stuff, no matter what their level of expertise. In general: it's a great community of people, the coaches are all technically sound and supportive, and the owners are truly wonderful people who care about all of the members. This isn't the kind of place where people will yell at you to "grip and rip." It IS the sort of place where they will kindly remind you that they know you can do better and remind you how to do so. Visitors from out of town? People are very friendly, coaches are technically sound, and the facility is clean and spacious. Brand new crossfitter? Don't be skurred by the loud music and bangin weights! People here are really nice and not at all pretentious about being all "ELITE FITNESS." Yes, there are some large and ripped people here, but they are all really nice and don't take themselves too seriously. And the owners are GREAT and supportive and the onramp will prepare you well for what you need to know for crossfit (here or anywhere). Experienced crossfitter? Interested in some side stuff? There's classes focused on Olympic lifting, strength training, and "Level 2" crossfit. I'm not 'leet myself, but that hasn't stopped me from thoroughly enjoying the other classes as a supplement to doing regular crossfit stuff. read more

Apparently I thought I posted this review in May of 2018. I was quite surprised to find it sitting in my drafts three years later. With that being said...I gave (or intended to give) UB a 5 star review in 2018 and three years, 2 dreadful fire seasons, and 1 year-long pandemic later I still give them 5 stars. The coaching staff is attentive and dedicated to good form, fitness, laughs, and most importantly inclusion. Before joining UB in 2017 I tried all the Crossfit gyms in the FiDi/SOMA area (I had to change Crossfit gyms because I had changed jobs). I decided on United Barbell because the programming, coaches, and community were better than the other boxes in the area. United Barbell is great for newcomers curious about Crossfit and seasoned veterans alike. COVID specific stuff: During SIP the gym allowed members to check out equipment for home WODs (sooo grateful). Currently, there's outdoor space for socially distanced workouts and the coaches are continuously sanitizing. It's a safe place. read more

I've been coming here since July 2017. At first, I came for the fitness. You do stuff you'd never do, let alone those same things in combination. The level of instruction is pretty high - precise, patient, and encouraging. As you get better at Crossfit, you can be competitive with your classmates if you want, but it's never felt super aggressive - just friendly competition if you want to engage in it. As time went by, I stayed because of the community of people I've met there. I don't think it's anything to do with the falsified reputation of the "Crossfit cult"; I just mean that I've met a bunch of cool people there that are fun to work out with so I look forward to going. Credit must be given here to the instructors and team (and for allowing us to blast Beyoncé while we work out) for creating such an environment where we come and get fit and have fun while doing it. If you LIVE for a Beyoncé workout then you should stop by here at noon; if you want to get that body-ody-ody then you should come by any time. read more

Great place! Great coaches, people, and programming. Facility is bigger than anything I've seen in SoMa. I've been going here for nearly 2 years, the highlight of my work day is taking a break to go to the noon class. Shout out to Jon Hanna and Jack Lambert who always run a great workout! read more

What a great box! I've been coming to the Crossfit classes at UB for a little over a year now and it has been wonderful! I never have any doubt when I arrive that the WOD will be a well-rounded butt-kicker and I will leave with a total body workout. I've noticed my strength, flexibility and gymnastic skills improve steadily over time and I feel more functionally fit! The coaching staff are very attentive to form, mobility and safety; giving lots of cues, instruction and feedback. As well as making class fun and diverse! I have loved and hope to continue loving my time here! read more

This was the first box I had ever been to, so in the beginning, I wasn't sure where my love of Crossfit ended and my love of UB began. Having now dropped in at two other boxes during work travel, I can say for sure that this place is really special. The community, the coaches, the actual space...I cannot understate how nice it is to work out in a space that has fresh air and natural light (lots of boxes are literally dirty basements). Everyone is super nice and funny, and the coaches really, really know their stuff. read more

Before joining United Barbell, I had a lot of apprehensions about crossfit; would it be beyond my capabilities, would everyone be so fit that I would not be able to catch up with the class, would I enjoy it?... Etc Now it's been over a year since I've been a member there and I can say that all those fears were unfounded; whatever level you're at, be it being a coach potato previously (me), an active person, or an athlete who wants to improve his/her strength/gymnastic skills, UB is great for everyone. This is due to a few factors: The coaches here are approachable, give good form/technique advice so you lift or do an exercise correctly, and are responsive and proactive if you have injuries or medical issues. They constantly take your individual needs into account and give you "scaled", substitute exercises to do, so you'll always be able to get a great workout. The community created by the owners Jenny and Olivia, the coaches, and the other members make UB an easy place to workout and improve your fitness level, esp, if you have not had much experiences with exercising. The members are ever willing to help or give pointers during classes and it's really not intimidating at all. There are members here who are at all levels of fitness, and everyone is respectful and kind to each other. I'm really glad I gave UB (and myself) a chance, and having gone from a body fat percentage of 40% when I started, to 36% now, I must say I'm very pleased with the results. read more

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This is one of the best crossfit gyms I've been to. The facility itself is large and very clean. They have an area in the front where most the classes are done, and also and area in the back where you can lift weights or do your own thing. I like the hours lots of options for class times and open gym time. There are always multiple coaches there if you have questions. What I really like is that there are quite a few female coaches! It's nice to have some balance most boxes are male dominant, but not here. The coaches are all super friendly. It doesn't feel as cliquey as other boxes I've been too, it's refreshing. The classes themselves are really hard. Great programming very challenging. They have all Levels classes, level 2 and Olympic lifting as well. I'm super happy I joined read more

Even during the pandemic, the classes went continued online. This made us stay in our routine and not skip classes. Loved it.

Plenty of open gym time available on both NYE and NY day. We're ecstatic they offered classes these days as we were visiting from out of town... we took part in the group class, both days Max and Olivia were extremely welcoming, as was everyone else in the class. The gym has a cool vibe, definitely worth checking out whether you're new to crossfit or an experienced CrossFitter! read more

This box is awesome. Coaches are very knowledgeable and supportive, as is the whole community. Great place for avid Crossfitters to get their WOD in, but don't be shy if you're a beginner, they'll take extra good care of you. Fantastic gym to stop by for a drop-in when you're in SF or to visit frequently if you live closer! read more

This is the best place I have ever worked out, amazing people , friendly and amazing community, very good and helpful coaches, focus is on correctness. The owners are great and accommodating. It's been a year and half for me and it's been a joy ride, I feel so much stronger and I will definitely recommend it to everyone The house open cup is something that is really special and I am glad I was able to participate. Best place in SF to work out read more

NIKKI STALEY IS OUTRIGHT RUDE. She acted annoyed from the start, didn't want to answer any questions, and wouldn't even tell me how to sign me up when I said I wanted to get started. I sent and email asking if I could come in and check out the place. Nikki replied and said I could come in between classes. When I got there, someone lead me to the back to speak with her. I told her that I was interested in signing up and wanted to learn a bit more about gym and crossfit in general. I asked her if the name "United Barbell" indicated any difference with gyms that just stated "Crossfit". She relied in an annoyed tone, "We are a crossfit gym." So I asked, "so there is no difference?" She replied again in the same annoyed tone "we are a crossfit gym." I told her that I was concerned about proper form when when doing heavy weights, as not to hurt my back doing weighted squats for example. I asked her "is proper form emphasized?" She answered "that's a very general question" and just left it at that. She wasn't even trying to answer my questions. I really don't know why she told me by email to come into the gym. I don't know why, but I tried again. I then asked her if the workouts were geared toward any specific goals, like strength, endurance or anything else. She told me that "everyone has different goals". I didn't understand her answer, so I tried again by saying that when I trained for a marathon, I followed a training routine that included primarily long distance running. When I wanted to increase my strength, I followed a weight training routine. I asked if the workouts were geared toward something specific, such as endurance, strength or maybe something else. She got irritated and told me that I could work on anything that I wanted. I didn't want to dismiss the gym just because of one rude person so I asked how I could get started. She told me to check online and sign up for an intro class. She didn't bother to give me the website address. We were actually standing a few feet from a computer she had been using and she didn't care enough to show me either. I had actually taken a look at the website beforehand and there were no future intro classes noted on the website. So I told her that. She just seemed annoyed that I would point that out. I was just trying to get started and she was giving me an attitude for asking how. She then said that I would have to start with private coaching. I asked how I could sign up. She told me that I would have to be scheduled, but stopped short of telling me how. She just looked at me, saying nothing, as if I was wasting her time. At this point, I gave up. I said "thank you," shook her hand, and left the gym. read more

A+ for exclusivity. I registered for an "All Levels" class from there website, going with a seasoned crossfit dude and a friend who's visitting from abroad. When we got there and started signing the waiver (why wasn't this also on the website) we were told that "All Levels" does not include Beginners. But it's ok, they have a drop in session once a quarter. They even turned away the dude who already does crossfit... we just want to give you our money, seriously. A total waste of my evening and a rude reception from Nikki, at least they were happy to refund. read more

I've been a member of UB for about 7 months now and it has been the best gym I've been a part of by far. I signed up for 3x /week initially because of the cost - but after deciding it was money (more than) well spent - am now on the unlimited plan. In the short amount of time I've been a member - my fitness has improved tremendously and I feel much better. My endurance and strength has increased as I learn new skills and hone some old favorites (except burpees - i still hate those). The coaches are great and always willing to help any of the members. I've dropped in to other gyms when I travel and I have to say - the coaches at UB are top notch. The amount of time spent to technique (both demonstrating and correcting) is great to ensure athletes have proper form and don't get injured. The other great aspect of UB is the community - I couldn't ask for better WOD partners. In the spirit of crossfit - they support, encourage and compete to make the experience awesome. read more

Love United Barbell. As Jenny (the owner) would say, I was formerly a "gym bunny". Never squatted more than 135lbs. Never did sets with less than 10 reps. Never held a barbell above my head over 65lbs. Couldn't do a pull up or proper pushup. (This is all really sad considering I was a D1 swimmer). Enter UB, and it's truly been a breakthrough in my fitness. I feel so empowered from doing the WODs and seeing myself progress in strength and skill month over month. UB provides an amazing atmosphere that brings together a community of awesome staff/coaches with ambitious professionals from all walks of life. The energy is infectious, the classes are fun, and you'll definitely be stretched mentally and physically. However, everything can be scaled to your capabilities as they really stress form and technique first, unlike a lot of the other nightmare boxes I hear about where people just go HAM without proper coaching and injure themselves. If you're looking for a place to workout (and especially if you're just a regular gym rat/bunny like I used to be) I'd highly recommend dropping in and checking it out! read more

I love working out at UB! Amazing coaches, super fun atmosphere, the equipment is always in good order, thoughtful programming, and plenty of options for classes. I travel frequently for work and drop in at gyms whenever I can. Without a doubt, the biggest difference I notice is in the quality of the coaching. The personal attention to each athelete's form, the ability to hold the attention of an entire class and keep everyone moving through the warm-ups and workout without sacrificing quality, and the level of knowledge of all of the UB coaches are all the best I've seen. read more

I've only been at United Barbell(Crossfit SOMA) for a week, and I'm impressed enough to drop a review. My first time at the gym was actually a few years ago when I was new to San Francisco and needed to drop in and compete in the open. The owners Jenny and Olivia were very welcoming and even provided us with judges during the busiest time of the year for boxes. Since official joining last week the community has gone out of their way to introduce themselves and make me feel at home, if you've dropped into many boxes you know that this is not always the case. The coaches are supportive, kind, and approachable. I watch coaches pretty closely and UB's staff do a particularly outstanding job of giving all of their members the attention they need, despite their current ability level. Whether you're new to crossfit, training for the Games, or an athlete that needs to drop in somewhere for a few days, I highly recommend that you choose UB. You'll be happy you did. read more

I just had my one year anniversary at UB not too long ago so I think its fitting that I write a a review that reflects my time here so far... When I look for a gym I look for three main things: community, coaches, and programming that helps me grow as an athlete. COMMUNITY: There is literally none better. I have worked out at a number of different boxes and gyms and I can confidently say that United Barbell gives me and others the best sense of community possible. Everyone from the athletes to the coaches are warm and welcoming and supportive. Coming to workout at the end of the day is my favorite time of the day. And I have made some of my best friends at UB. Especially being new to SF, UB gave me a sense of home. We also have parties, movie nights, charity WODs, holiday WODs, and more! COACHES: Stellar coaching staff. Each coach at UB is very attentive and works hard to make sure each athlete is succeeding at their goals. I can't tell you how awesome it is to have each coach rooting for you and asking you how this or that is going, or how you are recovering from an injury or what not. They personally invest in your growth and success which to me has been key. PROGRAMMING: UB offers a range of classes from Olympic lifting to Strength WOD to my personal favorite, Level 2 classes. The range allows you to work on different aspects of your overall Crossfit fitness and the programming within each class is always different and encourages the mastery of Crossfit lifts and movements. Overall United Barbell deserves like 10 stars. But if you want to see for yourself, even if you've never tried Crossfit, come by :) read more

This place is inspiring. There are a lot of kickass athletes working out here and the community is very encouraging. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone irrespective of their current level or fitness. I moved to the bay area in Jan '15 and was looking to try out crossfit as a new activity. I still remember the first day when I walked up to Nikki and enquired about crossfit and she gave me confidence that it's something I can do. I enjoy my evening WODs and all our UB coaches Trent/James/Jon/Nikki/Kristin are awesome. I felt cannibalized by the community here and saw myself improve over time. They are always quick to give feedback if I was doing anything wrong or compliment if I was doing good. The workouts are different each day and are really challenging and fun. Overall, I enjoy my time here and try to learn and get better each time :) read more

I recently moved to SF and the first thing I did was look up a gym. I gave United Barbell a shot on Day 1 and I'm pleased to say it's been my home since. The coaches are knowledgeable, welcoming and inspiring. The gym has top notch equipment and is always clean. Most importantly, UB has one of the best gym communities I have come across, both Crossfit gyms and traditional gyms alike. read more

tl;dr awesome gym, great community, safety and form focussed coaches, life changing experience. I've been coming here for a little over a year and its been life changing. I don't think its necessary to repeat what most of the other reviewers have said but I'll add one thing. The coaching staff is highly experienced and very focussed on form and safety. One of the criticisms of Crossfit is that because HQ performs little oversight of their affiliates there is a lot of variance in quality and there are scary stories that get passed around of coaches allowing or even encouraging poor form and pushing people into unsafe areas. At UB the coaching staff has very deep experience drawing on many different disciplines. Their focus on form and safety is ever-present and always clear. Cannot recommend strongly enough. Just go there. Now. read more

Over the past 3-4 years I have been a member of 8 Crossfit boxes (3 in the bay, Belltown in Seattle, 2 in London, Soder in Stockholm) and I have to say this is the best of them all. The community here is really friendly and the instructors are really positive and knowledgeable. I highly recommend. read more

Jon Hanna is the don. An absolute beast of a coach and an overall amazing human being. If you have the opportunity to take a class with Jon, do not pass on it. read more

Great welcoming gym. This is my new box when I am working in SF every other week. Friendly staff, great coaches so far.

I'm visiting San Francisco for work, and dropped in to this box for the 7:30am class. First and foremost, the coaching is really top notch. Attention to detail and technique, and pushed everyone to their personal max. I really appreciate that. The other members in the class were very friendly and welcoming. Felt like everyone comes there to put in work, which is super important when finding a box to visit and train at. Great wod today and feel like I got my money's worth ($30 drop in fee). I plan on dropping in again during my next visit to SF. read more

This is a great CrossFit Box: - The instructors are focused, talented and very motivating - The program design is thoughtful and the workouts are challenging. If you come 3 or 4 days in a week you will find good diversification of movements and types of training - The facilities are spacious and clean with lots of well-maintained equipment - The people training with you are supportive, welcoming and friendly I push myself every time I workout here which is exactly what I need. I have learned a number of WODs I enjoy that I use when I sometimes train solo in a traditional gym. If you are into CrossFit or want to give it a try, you should check out United Barbell! read more

I've been working out at United Barbell (UB) for almost two years and can easily say that it's been the best gym going experience I've ever had. I used to be a CrossFit skeptic - wary of the acronyms on the whiteboard and intimidated by the athletes who could seamlessly throw around massive amounts of weight. But with UB just around the corner from my office in SOMA, I thought I'd give CrossFit a try and haven't looked back since. I'm so glad United Barbell has been at the center of it. A few highlights worth mentioning: - It's a female-owned gym. And the UB staff and coaches go above and beyond to make workouts an inclusive space for any kind of athlete. Gays abound. And hyper-masculinity is rightly checked. I feel very comfortable being myself in this gym. Which I can't easily say about other fitness spaces in the city. - Calling out a specific coach here who deserves his own bullet because he embodies the best of what I love about Crossfit. Jonathan Hanna brings discipline, detail, and dedication to his craft. Jon has drastically improved my form and pushed what I thought my fitness limits were. His coaching is a real treat, so try out one of his classes if you can. - Come for the workouts, stay for the community. I've been lucky to meet some really good people and close friends through the United Barbell community. Gym-sponsored social events aren't heavy-handed and allow for meeting other athletes who might come to the gym at different times and days. read more

I'm an endurance athlete and came to Crossfit because I was feeling weak and sluggish - I was running heavy, swimming tired. I knew I needed to add strength workouts to my routine, but I really didn't feel like making the commitment. I never saw myself as the "weight lifting" type (whatever that means). When I first started - I really had no idea what I was getting into. For me, sports has always been a very social thing - and I was nervous that I might not fit in with these athletes. Afterall, there were people there who can deadlift 400 lbs and I couldn't do a single pushup or pull-up (not one). But, I could not have been more wrong. Everyone - every coach and every athlete - was incredibly supportive and helpful. I initially committed to two times a week for three months. I was getting stronger, my running was getting better. At the end of the three months I thought "what if I committed to three times a week?" So I did...even better. I just signed up for unlimited classes - I'm so close to being able to do a strict pull-up...I can't give up now :) Yes, the new space is amazing. But, the best thing about UB - the very best thing - are the people. There are athletes there who are focused on competing at Regionals and there are athletes focused on just being able to do a pull-up. Whatever you're working on - there is a wealth of knowledge at this gym and everyone is there to help you out with what they know. The more you commit to yourself, the more they commit to you. What more can you ask for???? read more

This is the best gym I have ever trained at! The coaching staff is top notch plus they care. No egos, friendly community vibe, fun and great facility and location. I moved away a year and a half ago and still miss this gym and the people there all. the. time. read more

tl;dr top-notch coaches focused on technique, safety and solid workouts. Amazingly welcoming community of athletes of all skill levels. I completed my first crossfit class one month ago. Let's face it, getting started with crossfit can be down right intimidating. Well, I'm happy to report I don't believe I could have picked a better box to get started at and join. Beginners need to take 3x1hour onramp courses with an instructor before joining group classes. I did my onramp with Nikki (highly recommend) and got a ton of instruction, help, talked about goals and uncovered a few things to watch out for/work on. From there Nikki plugged in some personal notes on my account for other coaches reference. At my first class Coach Katie was proactive in helping me plan how to best scale my WOD. Every class and coach since has been attentive and knowledgeable. Thank you coaches!!! I was lucky enough to join with the encouragement of coworkers who are members of the gym. If you are thinking about joining crossfit solo, trust me you will quickly meet new friends and cheerleaders for your success at United Barbell. This is an amazing community and I'm loving being a part of it. read more

I came to United Barbell from the world of Latin dance. I was training with a salsa dance team and some of the routines incorporate tricks, which required me to lift my dance partners. I wanted to improve my strength and endurance, so that I could do this safely. After some careful research, I thought that Crossfit might be the perfect remedy. I was totally right. I've been going to United Barbell for five months now. Within those five months I've gained strength, stamina, and, most importantly, an AWESOME COMMUNITY. The owners, Jenny and Olivia, are two of the greatest human beings you'll ever meet. Which makes perfect sense because the entire coaching staff they hired is absolutely top-notch. They are friendly, knowledgeable, patient, helpful, resourceful, funny, super cool...the list goes on and on and on. If you have a question, they are more than happy to answer it or refer you to a coach who can. They will also help you modify your workout if you've sustained any past or recent injuries. If you're lucky you might even hear Coach Cameron's brief, but super important speech about eating your daily slice of "humble pie" when you come in to workout each day. It's tasty advice. Around the time that I joined United Barbell, the 2018 Reebok Crossfit Open was about to begin, which meant that the United Barbell House Cup was about to kick off. Even though I was a crossfit newbie, Coach Jason encouraged me to sign up for the House Cup. So, I signed up. And, wow, I had an insanely amazing experience. The energy during the House Cup Friday Night Lights was infectious. Watching everyone give it their all every Friday night really inspired me to come in each day and give my best. It also gave me the opportunity to meet many of the other United Barbell crossfitters who have different workout schedules. I remember one crossfitter mentioned that I had lucked out when I chose United Barbell as my first crossfit box. They said that they had negative experiences at other crossfit boxes before they finally found the awesome community at United Barbell. Needless to say, I'm eagerly awaiting the 2019 United Barbell House Cup. One of the many things I love about United Barbell is how supportive the community is. If athletes complete the WOD ahead of everyone else, they stick around to encourage and cheer-on their fellow athletes until everyone is done. All of the athletes also stick around to help each other put away barbells and weights to ensure that the box is ready for the next class. One unintended, but really awesome side effect, is how much Crossfit has affected the people around me. After a few months of working out at United Barbell, my family, friends, and co-workers began to notice and compliment me on my fitness. A few of them have been inspired to look into United Barbell and Crossfit for themselves. I feel lucky and fortunate to be a part of the United Barbell family. I've since taken a break from the Latin dance world to focus on other interests, which include working toward my Crossfit goals and completing my first Ironman race in 2019. Whether you're in town dropping in for a workout or looking for a permanent Crossfit home, United Barbell is where it's at. Don't hesitate. Pick up the phone, visit their website, or swing by and schedule your on-boarding sessions. And remember to eat a big fat slice of humble pie, be patient, and prepare to have your life changed in the most amazing way! read more

These guys have been around for a while - they used to have a lot more reviews on here but they just switched locations so I guess those were lost in the move? The new space is huge - two rigs, rope, plenty of room for all the rowing machines, boxes, jump rope, and whatever else you can think of. They also installed a runner of turf for sled pushes, god help us all (I mean that in the best possible way). Anyway, I've been going to UB for a year now and, in all seriousness, it's been a life-changing experience, thanks largely to the fantastic coaches and smart programming. They pay attention to who and how to push, and where to back off. The coaches know the athletes and can often tailor WODs or skills specific to each person in their classes - that's huge, considering that everyone is so different. The coaches are also competitors so what you get is a group of people that care a lot about what they do both as an athlete and as a trainer of other athletes. Jenny and Olivia are awesome business owners who infuse a whole hell of a lot of knowledge with a great sense of humor, and the coaches - Trent, James, Kristen, Alex, Wong, Jon - all do the same. The gym is very high on the community spirit scale, too. Everyone is welcomed and while people take their training more seriously at UB than other Crossfit gyms I've been to, there is a camaraderie and lightness that makes those gloriously agonizing WODs worth the sweat. read more

I have been coming to UB since their old location and for whatever reason don't seem to have written a review -- no idea why; I adore them. They got me through a pregnancy, a back injury, up to little tiny itty bitty weightlifting competition. Coaches are all stellar, the only problem is sometimes they are so amazing they need to grow even further and leave us To go open their own gyms! I Love how many women are around and working and sweating and getting strong. read more

To start off, no matter what you fitness level is or fitness goals are, Crossfit can help you eliminate the physical barriers that stand in your way! I have been doing crossfit off and on for about 3.5 years and been to a handful of different boxes (Crossfit gym for newbees), and United Barbell has the hands down most inviting community that I have experienced. Whether you are a new member or dropping in, everyone introduces themselves at the beginning of class and helps every person through the workout until the last person finishes. From a programming standpoint, the new gym and schedule provide amazing options from entry level classes to level 2 classes, strength training, and olympic lifting. The only ding I would have given this gym was space as their old location was pretty cramped, but now they have an awesome facility to go along with an awesome coaching staff!! read more

I've been coming here for about 2 and a half years now and am really happy with how the gym has grown and the quality of instruction has continued to stay so high. With the recent move into the larger space, there is more room for the WODs and for multiple classes at a time. I love this gym! read more