2016-10-27



Top 5 NYC CrossFit Gyms for the Fitness Buffs

CrossFit is a brand of fitness regimen developed by fitness guru, Greg Glassman. The said program is a popular CrossFit, Inc. trademark. Since its launch in the fitness arena, CrossFit has become famous for being a physical exercise belief, as well as a competitive sport. Additionally, CrossFit exercises integrate various components coming from Olympics, weightlifting, high-intensity interval training, gymnastics, and powerlifting, among others. Over 12,000 affiliated gyms are practicing CrossFit. About half  of this number operate in the United States, specifically in New York City.

If you are new to NYC or about to go there be it for a short trip, long vacation or for good, you don’t have to search for the thousands of gyms where you can enroll for CrossFit training. We already trimmed down the 12,000-plus NYC CrossFit gyms to five, for you. These are the Top five places we consider you’ll convenient and comfortable working out at. The price, programs offered and other things these gyms offer vary. Read on and pick your choice. You’ll definitely find the one that suits your fitness needs.

#1: Reebok CrossFit Fifth Ave.



Reebok CrossFit Fifth Ave. is known for being the No.1 CrossFit gym in America.  It may be relatively new in the CrossFit World. However, it has gained too much popularity for the great range of programs it offers considering the reasonable membership fee and price for the training programs. The newest NYC CrossFit gym that opened in the city, Reebok CrossFit Fifth Ave. is trendy and spacious. It is actually bigger than the most NYC Crossfit centers today featuring rings, pull-up rigs, medicine balls, and weights. These features are all on top of the gym’s battling ropes, sleds, and logs for a more effective physical training.

Among the programs this CrossFit center offers is include the Daily WOD which gives one both physical and mental challenge; Beginner’s CrossFit requiring the first-timers to take, particularly its three fundamental sessions; and the Free Introductory Session which encourages the non-members to try the gym’s effective workouts. Additionally, Reebok CrossFit offers various packages that suit different goals and lifestyles. Even the membership and program fees vary to fit the members’ needs. For instance, there are the so-called drop-in fees of $30 for members from the other CrossFit affiliates, and $40 for the members of the non-affiliates.

#2: EVF Performance



EVF also stands for Eric Von Frohlich, the name of its founder who is also an acclaimed fitness coach in New York City. It is an NYC CrossFit gym that specializes in CrossFit, strength, conditioning and row-based sessions for all athletes from any level such as the CrossFit Workout of the Day (WOD) headed by expert and certified trainers in the CrossFit world. EVF also offers a CrossFit On-Ramp course, an organized on-boarding for CrossFit competitors who are new to the program. There is also a program called the EV360 program offered in EVF NYC CrossFit gym. This is akin to the bootcamp course where EV360 integrates an energetic warm-up,cardio, weight, strength, and full-body conditioning, diverse in high-intensity order such as sports drills and plyometics, among others.

EVF offers a reasonable price range. So, whether one is a first-timer in New York, or intends to stay and sign-up for a long-term membership, he can definitely afford to enroll at the EVF NYC CrossFit gym. CrossFit program costs $35. First-time visitors pay less with only $20 for the EVF 360. For the monthly membership at this gym for both the EVF 360 and CrossFit, unlimited membership costs $225 including access to the Upper East Side. For the non-unlimited sessions, 10 classes cost $320 and 25 classes cost $750. The reasonable price tag secures EVF firmly on our list of Top 5 NYC CrossFit Gyms.

#3: CrossFit Queens

CrossFit Queens is the most popular and oldest CrossFit gym along Astoria Blvd. As the longest-running NYC CrossFit gym today, the third in the Top 5 NYC CrossFit gyms offers not just conditioning and strength but nutrition education, as well. Like the Reebok CrossFit gym, CrossFit Queens has also incorporated gymnastics, plyometrics, weightlifting, powerlifting, dumbbell training and medicine ball training, and rowing, among others, into one functional exercise. Additionally, this NYC CrossFit gym has various exercise essentials. It has kettle bells, pull-up bars, gymnastic rings, tires, sandbags and an ample space for easy moving during the entire CrossFit training.

We picked the CrossFit Queens and ranked it third in the Top 5 NYC CrossFit gyms for its fair membership fee and program prices. The gym has the new Intro 10 Pack for a reasonable $400. This is definitely worth the price as the program features ten workout sessions and two fitness evaluations which cost just $59. It doesn’t matter if a member is new to CrossFit or to this gym. What matters most is that, he gets the same impressive trial experience from the Intro 10 Pack that all members who avail of the program, get. On top of the ten sessions included in this pack, are over 40 classes one can choose from for him to find the sessions that best work for him.

#4: CrossFit NYC

CrossFit NYC is popularly known as the world’s most spacious CrossFit gym. They are also the 16th oldest of the over 7,000 NYC CrossFit affiliates. More so, our fourth in the list is also part of the Men’s Fitness’ 10 Best CrossFit Gyms in the U.S. Being the world’s biggest CrossFit gym, CrossFit NYC conducts nearly 400 classes every week. They help a range of people from professional dancers and athletes, to homemakers, celebrities, and even grandparents, among others. Whoever they are, this gym helps them achieve their best shape regardless of their age, profession and lifestyle. Through the years, this NYC CrossFit gym has dozens of coaches and a very big space for a more effective CrossFit workout.

Membership fee at CrossFit NYC is $275 monthly. New members are treated to a reduced $149 on their first month as members. Membership at this CrossFit gym lets individuals attend workout sessions anytime at the UWS area. During off-peak season, membership fee costs $175 monthly. Students who are into CrossFit can afford to be members of this gym, too. During off-peak season, their monthly fee costs just $149. For prepaid memberships that are long-term, members get pay lower prices. One may opt for a one-time payment of $750 for three months which is also equivalent to $250 per month. For those who prefer to pay for annual membership fee, the price is $2700, which is equivalent to $225.

#5: Brick New York

Rounding out our list of Top 5 NYC CrossFit Gyms is Brick. Brick’s training programs vary. They differ according to specific fitness needs. One thing that impressed us and eventually included Brick in our Top 5 NYC CrossFit Gyms is its pool of skilled coaches who have created a new strategy in fitness, developing an athletic course that’s complete and challenging. Additionally, the gym promises its members safety in their every workout. Among the programs Brick offers include CrossFit: The Academy, Yoga and mobility, B/X, the Brick Barbell Club, and Performance. Programs may vary but our last in the list assures each joining member fun and excitement in CrossFit workout. Brick offers impressive amenities for the members to have always something to look forward to.

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