I really enjoy this gym, the people are welcoming and encouraging for newbies like me.

If you want to be part of a gym where the owner truly gets to know you, coaches care about you, and a community that is supportive, this is the gym you want to be a part of. BCCF is the place where you will get an incredible workout in to improve your physical and mental health, all while doing it with people who have the same mindset as you. If you are unsure, reach out to get more information and stop by! I promise you, you won't regret it. read more

A great community with good programming and owners that care about the members and the space.

This is my 3rd gym since I have been back on the mainland. This is my gym I'm happy, being pushed and will stay here until I move from Maryland. The main 6am coach is the sh*t! His name is Tom! He coaches, corrects and has a great attitude! Not to Mention today was a small class and he cheered on each of us, when the last athlete went to complete her run, he went with her, you could tell he pushed her. You da real MVP Tom. We had another one Dallas, he was awesome too. However, it is nice to know, that our main class coach is great! Trust me! I know good coaches, bad coaches and mediocre ones. Tom is definitely in my top 3 of coached I have worked with, thus far! 2nd pro, the programming! This gym follows NC fit. This means we get strength programmed at least 4times a week! Which honestly is normal and what I am use to. In fact, the reason I dropped my last two gyms, was programming, and few other reasons as well. Mainly programming. I have been doing this long enough to know when the programming is not good. I was creeping on NC fit for a while. I was very happy when I learned they followed that programming. 3rd Pro, the owner was very responsive to emails and I enjoyed meeting her! They will give you a week free to see if you like their with gym (YOU MUST BE AN EXPERIENCED CROSSFITER TO DO A FREE WEEK) . Everyone seems nice, plenty of space and great equipment. 4th Pro The gym is always clean! read more

Let me start by saying that I was the kind of person who thought that Crossfit would never be for me, I have worked out here and there, but never done barbell work at all. I was looking for a community and Crossfit seemed like it would fit the bill. I did google searches for weeks and found that Blue Crab was always at the top of the list. I finally worked up the courage to call and see what it was about. The number one thing I appreciated was that they do a Foundations Course which is 9 classes to prepare you for all the movements. That made my anxiety level decrease tremendously! Having the foundations class helped me to realize I can do many of the movement and showed me I can modify movements I struggled with. Josh and Dallas (the owners) are phenomenal coaches and break down the workouts in a way that while they're still tough I know I can get through them! They truly inspire everyone to be at their best. I found the one thing I was truly looking for in a gym: Community. This group of people are so incredibly supportive. We often have people drop in to our gym from out of town and they're impressed by how we take to them and encourage and support them. It makes going to the gym more bearable and dare I say fun when you know you have a great group of people working out with you! If you have been considering Crossfit, but were nervous about if you can handle it- don't be! You can do it and Blue Crab Crossfit is going to be able to show you that you can do way more than you ever expected! read more

I have been going to Blue Crab Crossfit for almost for just over 2 months and couldn't be more pleased. The coaches are down to earth and caring for the members. It really is almost like having your own personal trainer. I train in a group, but Ben and Josh are always there to help make sure we're doing the exercises safely. Also, you become a member of a community with accountability. I am able to submit my journal of eating and get coaching even when I'm not at the facility. This really is the Total Package for your fitness needs. Crossfit is for everybody. I am 43 years old and I've had 3 knee reconstructions. EVERY workout is scalable. Everyone can participate. Everyone can succeed. This is one of the best decisions I've ever made and I'm glad I'm at BCCF! read more

This gym is fantastic. I started here as a newbie to crossfit and was reluctant to take the foundations course since I'd always been a gym rat. I thought foundations would be too elementary or unnecessary but by the end of the first workout I knew I was wrong. It was so worth it since crossfit has a lot of movements I had never done in typical group exercise classes. I decided to try crossfit because I wanted to be strong - I had never done a "real" push up my whole life, and I like the idea of being able to control my body, do handstands, pull ups, push ups, etc. Crossfit definitely has me on track to accomplish those things. I know that if I continue with crossfit I will be in the best shape of my life. One thing I noticed when I started crossfit is that people would ask me, "Have you had any injuries yet?" Apparently crossfit is notorious for injuries - but Blue Crab does everything it can to PREVENT injuries. They are quick to let you know when your form is off and encourage you to make it through the WHOLE workout instead of pushing too hard in the beginning and not being able to finish. Their overall workout philosophy is on point in that sense. I always had better workouts when I worked hard and steady as opposed to burning up all my energy in one or two exercises. I also didn't know anyone who injured themselves at crossfit (except for someone who tripped while doing a box jump, but that wasn't anything like a torn rotator cuff or torn ACL...) The members here are super nice. Some of them take a little more time to warm up to than others, but then again I tend to be overly friendly and feel the need to be friendly with everyone in the gym .Sometimes people just want to come in and workout, which I totally get. The owner, Josh, is AWESOME. Not only is he extremely skilled in working as a coach, but he's really good with people and understands the whole picture of an athlete. He went out of his way to help coach me and make me accountable with my food choices and what I did outside of the gym. Some might think crossfit is expensive, but this made it worth it to me. Over time I realized that he is a great guy with a heart of gold - and he has found his calling in the world in being a gym owner. He's that good. The rest of the coaching team is awesome too. They all know proper form, technique, they know how to scale workouts down so you don't injure yourself and so that you can work your way up to more difficult moves. They all know how to TEACH the moves - every class they walk you through progressions of each movement, even if you've done it 100 times before. This helps you to get your form perfect and again helps in preventing injuries. The coaches went out of their way more than once to make sure I was able to do some scaled form of exercises when the actual move was too tough for me. I always felt taken care of in that sense. For example if I couldn't do the rope climbs in the workout they would show my how to use the rope to pull myself up from the floor so that I still built up the muscles and strength I needed to eventually to a rope climb, and I still got a good workout that day. All in all I can't recommend this gym enough. If you're ready to take your fitness to the next level take their foundations course and start working out here! read more

Great community! Great coaches! Couldn't ask for anything better. One of the best CF boxes I've ever been to. Members are super nice and helpful, encouraging, and inviting. You will never feel alone at this place. The brothers are amazing and the reason I joined. They embody what a community should be and you see it everyday you are there. Programming is amazing! One of the best decisions I've made for my health. Highly recommend! read more

I'm new to Crossfit and I've found the perfect program for me! I lifted for many years, ran, and biked. I was looking for something new with a strong community. I love the format of the classes - Rick, Lura, and Josh emphasize stretching and proper form. I haven't had any back or knee pain, as I've experienced in the past. Our Blue Crab community is very strong and supportive. So glad Blue Crab CrossFit is now in western HoCo! read more

I started CF with Josh, Dallas and Ben when they opened up in 2013. I had never done any weight lifting or gymnastic stuff earlier in my life. Being an older athlete (61), the coaches at BCCF has made me feel welcome and proven that burpees, box jumps, pull-ups and clean and jerks are not only for the 20-year olds. I have visited a few other CF boxes while traveling for work and pleasure and had great experiences everywhere, but BCCF stands out by its value on comradeship and the high emphesis that everyone succeed when doing ones best, no matter ages, gender or weight of the barbell or time on the sprint. BCCF is a great place to drop in for a WOD or join for the long or short term. read more

When seeking solid change for anything in our lives I believe we need a certain ratio. Community & accountability. Blue Crab CrossFit (BCCF) is literally the perfect example of this. Sure, you can join any gym and have the tools, but without the community it often becomes monotonous and short-term. The coaches here embody everything that you would want in a close friend and everything you need in an accountability partner. It's a rare find but I promise you, it's here. While I was super intimidated (and still sometimes find myself in this mindset), it gave me the perfect foundation to discover a part of physical fitness I would have never done on my own. BCCF helped me accept the fact you must get dirty and push past the point you "think" is your strongest. Without that push, you will stay within the parameters of what you believe of yourself. No matter your fitness level, BCCF meets you where you're at, and I think that is what we all ultimately need.... to be accepted despite our inabilities to fit the mold of some stereotype. SO, get past any fears and insecurities you may have, and join this community! BCCF sets the bar unattainably high for any other gym I will ever be a part of. THANK YOU read more

Great place to get you going with awesome instructors. Every class starts with an explanation and demonstration of each workout. Bunch of great folks helping you to achieve your goals. read more

Dropped in for a few classes while traveling for work based on the amazing reviews and so glad that I did!! Really great knowledgeable coaches and everyone was really supportive and friendly. Josh who is the owner and one of the coaches really took the time to explain the workouts and helped me fix issues that I was having with my form. You can really tell that he cares, thank you for making me feel welcome!!! read more

I dropped in while in the area for business. Close to airport and a lot of space. The programming is awesome and the coaching there is fantastic. Dallas, the coach, welcomed me when I walked in the door and made sure he knew my experience level, injury history, etc. The WOD for the day included both strength and conditioning. Dallas made sure there was plenty of time for warm up and went thru progressions. The members were awesome as well - very cool people and introduced themselves. This is the 2nd time I've been to BCCF and always a place I drop in when I'm in the area. read more

Here at Blue Crab one learns a variety of barbell exercise techniques, gymnastic exercises, bodyweight exercises and a few other training tools programmed and coached by some of the best CrossFit coaches I have experienced in Maryland. Coaches that I have worked with: Josh Burford, Dallas Burford, Kortney Dwyer and Ben Dziwulski (who trained under Christmas Abbott at CrossFit Invoke). Personally, I have attempted a workout at the following boxes: CrossFit Diesel, CrossFit Syndicate, CrossFit Revamped, and CrossFit 10-10. Many I tried on a Groupon for around two-weeks or an entire month and all failed to take me into their "box" family and also failed miserably at making me feel comfortable. At Blue Crab the coaches are personable and helpful, they won't throw you into something that you don't feel comfortable doing and also don't make fun of you when you "fail." What Blue Crab does, in addition to exceptional coaching, is provide a training atmosphere with a strong sense of community and a focus on improvement. After my two-week trial back in the fall of 2014 I joined and haven't turned back. The fitness aspect is excellent and the coaches are truly experience and knowledgeable, but the Blue Crab community is why I stick around =) Within the four months that I have been at this gym I have seen an improvement in my respiratory system (I no longer feel a need for an inhaler while performing high-intensity cardio), an increase in my energy levels (stamina), an increase in my strength (specifically my core), and an increase in my flexibility (especially hip mobility). If you are interested in doing a free-trial go to this link: https://bluecrabcrossfit.leadpages.net/2-week-free-trial/. For those who find pure bliss in competition, the idea of timed circuits, and the practice of recording and publically posting performance scores is certainly a strong contender for Blue Crab CrossFit. read more

Great place to get in the best shape of your life. Very knowledgeable instructors and awesome community.

This is a great place to drop in whenever your in Maryland! The coaches are great and the people there are so welcoming! Even though I was last at completing the WOD, everyone was there to cheer me on. Love the atmosphere here and will be my place to go every time I'm in town :) read more

I'm a drop in from Texas, and Blue Crab welcomed me with open arms. They run a great program, and the coaches are knowledgeable and top notched. Next time I'm in the Baltimore are I'm definitely coming to BCCF! read more

Top notch box! I dropped in while visiting from out of town and found the facility, the workout and the people to be first class. They embody the Crossfit creed by welcoming and encouraging all. I reviewed a few other boxes in the area before choosing Blue Crab based on their "rules" posted online. Check them out...#1 is 'check your ego at the door'. I knew from there that this was the place for me. Somewhere down the list of "rules" was...'no one is to clean up until everyone has finished the WOD'. You are to encourage everyone until they are done. I could go on...but I won't. If you're in the area and want to get a good workout and meet some cool people, give this one a try. If you're looking for pretentious, stuck-up, and holier-than-thou...you might as well pass Blue Crab by. Can't wait for my next trip to the Baltimore area. I'll def be back to Blue Crab. read more

I am a relatively new crossfitter and was introduced to Blue Crab Crossfit by purchasing a Living Social deal. I knew from the beginning that this was a box that I would be joining! The coaches and owners, Ben and Josh, are very down-to-earth and knowledgable. They give you the personal attention that you need to perform each of the exercises appropriately and safely and the encouragement to complete each workout. All of the members are very friendly and the coaches foster a team environment. I would highly recommend this crossfit gym to anyone looking to get in shape in a friendly and professional environment!! read more

I have participated in high-intensity workouts at a lot of different gyms, and Blue Crab Crossfit is by far the best. Josh and Ben are so knowledgeable, and are genuinely invested in helping clients learn how to do each exercise with proper form and appropriate scaling. The community aspect of this gym is so much fun--team workouts every Saturday, lots of people to cheer you on and tons of positive motivation, whether you're a competitive Crossfit athelete, or just starting out! After trying out a few other gyms in the area, I'm so glad that I settled on BCCF. read more

I dropped into BCCF while traveling for work and had a great experience. It was super easy to sign up for a drop-in prior to getting to the gym. The coach (owner) and class was extremely welcoming and encouraging. Despite the workout being fairly simple using minimal equipment, Josh made sure he reviewed movements and coached us throughly. Great community at BCCF and I will definitely be back when in the area! read more

Dropped into open gym late, I'll blame the car rental company, but am really happy (and relived) that Josh allowed me to use his facility to get rid of some pent up energy after a 5 hour flight. He even jumped in on one of the metcons on SD Code 3's program. Thank you for being open the latest out of all the gyms around BWI, and even staying overtime! read more

Ben and Josh are awesome guys who are totally dedicated to making themselves better and making everyone around them better. I was visiting from out of town, and they were very welcoming. Thanks again guys! read more

Had the pleasure of jumping in on a few classes at Blue Crab Crossfit over spring break. The classes were absolutely wonderful and Josh really knows his stuff! Would highly recommend if you are looking to do a drop in or join as a regular member! Will definitely be back if I'm in the area again! read more

Great coaches, and a wonderful atmosphere! Everyone is very nice and help push you when you need it. Proud to call Blue Crab my gym home!

A well deserved 5 stars! I joined in February looking for a different fitness avenue than the usual chest press/bicep curl workout. From the very first workout I was hooked. Josh and Ben are 100% invested in their members and want to see everyone push themselves to achieve real results. I've had quicker gains in just a few months than I ever did at a traditional gym working out by myself--that should be a real testament to the coaches, programming, and Crossfit community! read more

Overall good CF gym. One thing that sets them apart from other gyms is that they want to help YOU get better and feel better. I've been to some gyms where the instructors don't care to correct your form or they're more worried about their own workout. Big space and lots of equipment. read more

Spacious. Has all the necessities. Great programming and incredibly helpful coaches. Love this community !! No shortage of class times or open gyms. No egos. Just a bunch of great people who want to work hard be fit-ish and also have a good time! read more