I was looking for a CrossFit gym to visit during my recent Austin trip. Out of a several boxes around the hotel I was staying, I picked CFCL mainly based on the location, but also because the coach, Blake, was very responsive to all my inquiries via email and was very welcoming (the famous box in "Central Austin" was neither responsive nor welcoming...), and also on their FB page, it looked like a fun community. So I went there for three days in a row at the same time (6:30 AM), and I fell in love with CFCL pretty quickly. Because I was there only for three times, my review might be somewhat limited, but since I had such a positive experience, I wanted to share it on yelp. Coaching: All three visits, the first 30 min was spent on warm ups and skill practice. I found Blake very good at explaining forms and movements. I am new to CrossFitting (only a little over a month), so I have a lot to learn, and he gave some really good tips on forms that I found very valuable. He was also very friendly in person, too, introducing me to the class at the beginning, and asking me questions and such during a cool down so that other members can get to know me better. I appreciated that. Box size: It was small, but had all basic equipment and more that CrossFitters need. CrossFitting does not need lots of equipment any way. :-) Class size: Each session I went to had a medium size class, about eight people. This was a perfect size; not too many so it remained personal, but had a community feeling. Community: I absolutely loved the tight and welcoming community at CFCL. Very friendly people who would talk to me and cheer me from day one. Since I am still new to CrossFit, I had trouble with some movements, and they were very helpful so that I could get it. I enjoyed being there very much, and could easily imagine myself being a part of this community if I were to stay there longer. My initial plan was to visit a different box at every Austin trip, but I think I've changed my mind and want to go back to CFCL every time I am in Austin! read more

Crossfit City Limits is AWESOME! I used to be that girl who would "workout" consistently for a few months with long distance jogging as my main objective, then throw in some crunches and push-ups every once in a while. After miles and miles of fairly painless work, I would get fed up after not feeling different or seeing any changes with my body. Yeah, I could comfortably jog for hours, but the results were not reflecting the time I put in. I would then fall hard off that wagon while my frustrations turned into eating horribly and not doing any type of workout at all. After a few more months of being miserable, cycle repeat... Then CrossFit came into my life. Kyle and Blake at CrossFit City Limits introduced me to this powerful workout program that has affected every aspect of the way I live. It has taught me to actually push myself to my limits instead of going through the motions, and it has instilled a mentality and approach to working out that has netted results I never thought possible. It is the greatest fitness lifestyle I have ever been exposed to. The very first CrossFit workout I completed on November 7, 2011 was an 8 minute AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) of 10 box jumps, 8 12lb. wall-ball shots, and 6 banded push-ups. I got through 4 rounds and 2 wall-ball shots. On January 24, 2012, I completed this same workout in 6 rounds and 3 wall-ball shots. Another accomplishment of mine that I give all the credit to CrossFit City Limits is improving my half marathon time by 20 minutes with CrossFit training. To see these kinds of improvements is such a great feeling. Every workout is something different, effective and fun. I know "fun" is a weird word to say in the same sentence as workout, but somehow CrossFit does it! Thanks to Kyle and Blake, CrossFit has rejuvenated my life in the fitness aspect as well as outside of fitness. I am super excited to keep progressing in my CrossFit journey. PS. the fellow "WODers" are so nice and such great people! LOVE my CFCL Friends!!! read more

If you're looking for a workout that's never dull, always fun, and forces you to test your limits, Crossfit is for you and Crossfit City Limits is the affiliate you need to join! After years of gym routines and runs around town lake, I was getting bored of the monotony I found myself in. A few months ago, a college friend suggested coming to a community workout at Crossfit City Limits and I have been hooked since. I was nervous about crossfit at first based off the unwelcoming vibe I got from another crossfit gym in Central Austin (it'll go unnamed but I think you can guess which one), but once I walked in the doors and was greeted warmly by the trainers/owners as well as everyone in the class, I knew this was a good place. The workout was brutally challenging and everyone in the class pushed each other to give it their all the entire time. Whether it was cheering on the fastest time of the day or sharing motivating words for the last person to finish the workout, everyone at Crossfit City Limits is trying to help each other become the best individual they can be. The classes are capped at 12, a comfortable size where everyone has space and everyone can get instruction/tips from the trainers when needed. The same cannot be for all affiliates by the way. The trainers, Blake and Kyle, have years of crossfit training under their belts so they know what they are doing and know how to work with crossfitters no matter their age, athletic experience, or fitness levels. Blake and Kyle are also childhood friends with a fun history that adds to the camaraderie of the gym for everyone. Capped classes, great community, awesome trainers, and fun workouts make Crossfit City Limits my second home. I feel more welcomed and at peace here than I do at my church. read more

I'm not going to write a review comparing crossfit to a regular gym, if you haven't done crossfit before, read up on it and go check out any of the great gyms in Austin. This review will focus on comparing CFCL to other boxes I've been a member of (2 in Chicago and 1 in Austin). CFCL gets the crossfit basics right - great programming, focus on the fundamentals, fantastic coaches, and a strong community of friendly members. What makes CFCL unique is two things: 1. Member-focused coaches. These guys are in it for all of the right reasons. For example, the coaches realized recently that members weren't able to utilize all of their visits during the holidays because of travel so they gifted all current members additional flex classes. This would never happen at most crossfit gyms, especially some of the other Austin gyms unapologetically focused on profits and marketing. 2. AIR CONDITIONING. A ridiculously overlooked benefit for Texas summers. The only downside of CFCL (why my review is 4 stars instead of 5) is I wish they had a larger space that could accommodate more of the unique crossfit equipment. I've been told this is in the process of being fixed, and look forward to it. Whether you're new to crossfit or a veteran, it's definitely worth contacting Blake/Kyle and checking out CFCL. read more

I have recently relocated to Austin, Tx and have always been a workout fanatic. I was skeptical of crossfit... I discovered CrossFit City Limits on a google search. I was looking for a great workout and had tried many bootcamps and various other gyms in Austin. I cannot say enough positive things about this place. CrossFit City Limits is not your typical run of the mill CrossFit gym. The community is so friendly and welcomes every individual that walks through the door. The class size is small...one reason I LOVE IT. Personalized attention in every class and the class size is capped at 12. Perfect! There are all types of individuals in each class...varying fitness levels, ages, etc. However, everyone is in it together and provides positive encouragement. No one pushes you to lift heavy weight yet they push each individual to their potential. They ensure each client is using the proper technique and provide great instruction. The owners Blake and Kyle are down to earth guys that truly care about their clients. If you are interested in trying CrossFit for the first time, have been doing it for a while, or just want a great workout environment, then CrossFit City Limits is for you!!! read more

Pretty sure the only places I spend more time at than this gym are my house and work, and that's only because I HAVE to go to work! I had been wanting to attempt CrossFit for about a year before I started, but I had always worried that I wasn't in shape enough or that I couldn't afford it. I began joining bootcamps that I would find deals for on Groupon or Living Social, but I never fully committed to them, and therefore never saw the results I was looking for. I finally decided that it was time to buckle down and start CrossFit. I was hooked from the first class I went to, and felt right at home. Everyone at this gym is so welcoming, and it really is the more the merrier! I was SO wrong about not being in good enough shape to handle it....that is what it's FOR! I am seeing a huge difference in the way I look and feel...I haven't some of these muscles since the old cheerleading (it IS a sport ;) ) days. SO glad I stumbled upon CFCL! read more

I am really impressed with CrossFit City Limits, especially in comparison with some other boxes in town. First and foremost, they have flexible scheduling for those with travel-heavy schedules-- this is a huge plus! You sign up online, in advance, and you're ready to go. Their prices are very reasonable, too. Second, the classes are also generally pretty small, so you get great, individualized attention. Both Kyle and Blake are really focused on helping us do things correctly (and efficiently) during the WOD. Third, Blake and Kyle are smart, funny, relateable, and just plain nice guys. They challenge their clients without intimidation. Finally, everyone I have met at CFCL has been friendly and welcoming-- all ages and sizes, from super-buff to the lady-down-the-street, have been really great to meet. It's a great community and a welcome addition to the neighborhood! read more

I was always interested in crossfit and really enjoy working out. What I like about this gym specifically (so glad they opened one up close to me) is 1. the prices are comparatively low to other crossfit gyms-especially central! 2. The classes are still small, so you get the one on one personal training like attention, but still a competitive atmosphere to push yourself. 3. And while many people call crossfit a cult, the coaches and members have become more like family--and its always nice to have someone hold you accountable..especially in the gym. I like the fact there isn't a lot of pretentious meatheads here either. A lot of nice, down to earth people, especially the trainers that know what they are doing and help you get to your potential. If interested in joining crossfit, feel free to try them all, but stop here. read more

My wife and I love being members at Crossfit city Limits. My wife does not have an athletic background (no offense to high school cheerleading) but she absolutely loves the workouts and Kyle and Blake helped her progress without being intimidated. We love the community aspect, as most Crossfitters do, and knowing almost everyone at the gym brings some accountability to show up and get after it. CFCL is like the bar on Cheers where everybody knows your name but minus the drinking and sitting around. You can attend beginner crossfit classes, crossfit, and crossfit endurance and all of them will bring a new challenge. Check out the website, email the coaches and get to know them or stop in for a free Saturday workout. There is definitely nowhere else I would rather be than Crossfit City Limits. read more

Looking for a crossfit gym?? Join this one! It is amazing! It is a fairly new gym that is growing quickly! So it has that smaller, tight-knit community feel with smaller classes (so its not intimidating), but also has a very professional structure and great equipment (so the workouts are very well planned and are challenging)! The owners, Blake and Kyle, are really great. They care about each and every members' personal growth and are really engaging as coaches. I did not have a crossfit background before joining and feel like they challenge me and encourage me really well! I love the community and the atmosphere they have created for each class. Check out the website and stop by and give it a try! You will be hooked after one class and will make great friends! read more

I was looking for a drastic lifestyle change so I decided that give Crossfit a try, and it was one of the best decisions that I've made in a long time. This gym isn't what I thought a gym would be, it's a community of people working hard to better themselves and support each other. Everyone here has a positive attitude (not just the coaches, but the participants as well), and even as one of the newbies I've received more support and positive encouragement than I ever expected. Now I find that I attend this gym not only because of the exercise, but because of the people. read more

I have been taking classes at CrossFit City Limits for about three months now and it has been a great experience. Kyle and Blake (the owners) are very knowledgeable coaches and provide really logical and thorough instructions on how to properly perform the workouts. Also, they give really helpful feedback to correct improper form which has helped me improve my performance a lot. Besides being great coaches, Blake and Kyle are just really nice and fun guys who care about their members which makes you feel at home in their gym and look forward to coming to their classes. read more

Being new to Crossfit, I was a little apprehensive going in to try this out. The guys who run the gym and teach the classes are not only welcoming and encouraging, they know their stuff and will help you figure out what you need, no matter what your fitness level is. The workouts are really tough but easily modified and the atmosphere is always friendly and upbeat. This is a great place to get in shape or keep in shape. read more

This is a fantastic gym! The owners, Kyle and Blake, still coach at the gym--both are very knowledgeable and are all-around great dudes. They've employed a handful of other coaches too, all of which are great. There's a great sense of community around the gym--everyone is very kind and welcoming. The programming is great and there's a strong emphasis on functional movement, mobility, and injury prevention read more