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4.6 (45 reviews)
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My first rope climb!
Cliff B.

I just celebrated my one-year anniversary with Hillcrest Athletic Club, and I couldn't be happier. It's not just a gym, it's a family. HAC is my second home! After such a rough year, the HAC became my community that I needed. CrossFit has always intrigued me online, but I was afraid to join because it seemed too challenging. The HAC community has been welcoming and non-judgmental. In addition to teaching you the movements, they show scaled down versions for those still learning and motivate you to give it your all. There are specific classes for Olympic Lifting, Endurance/Running, Breathing, and Competition. During my time at HAC, I had to step away for a few months to focus on my recovery, and I would receive weekly check-ins from the coaches. Their members are so important to them, so I was so excited to return to CrossFit this past month. They offer a free trial week, and I highly recommend it.

Denise C.

I ended my San Diego vacation at Hillcrest Athletic Club. I found this gym on ClassPass and did a bootcamp with them. It was led by a lady from Oregon named Marian. It was actually more of a HIIT workout. We had an interesting opener with some exercises I hadn't seen. Then we did a series with ball slams, sit-ups, jump rope, and I added in some pull-ups because they have the bars. We did that for 15 minutes. Then we did a rowing exercise with rowing machines. 200m and then 1 minute off. We got around to 4 of those before ran out of time. This gym does crossfit. This is a decent gym in Hillcrest. Marian is new to working at this gym and she seemed enthusiastic about leading a workout. It was good.

Brothas and me dropping in for the Saturday 9:30a class!
Justin C.

Big shoutouts to Coach Austin and the 9:30am Saturday morning crew for the warm welcome to two brothas and me dropping through from Orange County and Northern California. We RSVP'd through the website the night before and arrived a solid half-hour prior to class to see a boisterous group working out early during open gym hours. After filling out waivers and mobilizing, we went through introductions and immediately into a fun dynamic workout with the gym's new assault bike before practicing skill work and then jumping into a hero wod -- shoutouts to McGhee -- of deadlifts, push-ups, and box jumps. CF Hillcrest is an intimate establishment with its doors open for over three and a half years. I thoroughly enjoyed the drop-in experience and would most definitely return again!

Adrienne A.

I Love Crossfit Hillcrest Community For the Great Atmosphere, Knowledgable Trainers and Great Location. Great Trainer Led Group Classes Mornings and Evenings. Crossfit is addicting and Rocks! Come get in the best shape of your life!

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Julie, thank you for being a continuous support of our gym.

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Glad to have you part of our family, Greg!

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You're the best, Allison :)

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I've been going to HAC for the last 5 years and love it! The community and the trainers are the best

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We look forward to your next visit :)

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