Words can't begin to explain how amazing this gym is! This is a super family-friendly gym that offers: group Crossfit wods, Crossfit Kids classes several days per week, individual Personal Training at almost any time, Olympic Lifting, speed/agility training, powerlifting, and basic strength training. The easiest things to highlight are below.
For starters: Arturo is the only trainer here (he is also the gym owner) and he is highly educated. His level of understanding the human body and biomechanics far surpass that of at least 99% of all trainers I have ever met (including the ones with 4+ year degrees)- and as a Medical professional with over 8 years of schooling, this means a lot to me! He is so committed to helping people achieve their goals, it isn't even funny. And his coaching and cueing are generally more spot-on than anyone is prepared for. Seriously, I've seen this guy coach a full kids class (he's Crossfit Kids Certified), teach Olympic lifting, use a TRX with a personal training client, and then coach a full group Crossfit class- all before most of us have had our breakfast!! His hours at this gym are insane and his dedication is non-human.
The other amazing part, is the gym itself! The equipment at Crossfit Orenda is the best you can get (Concept II rowers, Rogue everything, Pendlay weights, etc) and the facility itself is so perfect; it is very clear as soon as you walk in this gym that Arturo did not cut corners or buy any of the cheap equipment that never lasts. There are 6 olympic lifting platforms, several sets of rings, several sets of boxes, KG and lbs weight sets, kettlebells, medicine balls, mobility bands, and so much more.
However, one of the nicest features of Crossfit Orenda is the overall cleanliness. Arturo must be OCD when goes to clean this place because it is always spotless. The black rubber mats (that almost always look dirty in almost any gym) are always clean and never sweaty/dirty/gross. All bars and bells are clean and organized. The medicine balls are cared for very nicely and always clean. And the lifting platforms are probably the nicest I've ever seen! (they are level with the rubber matting and bolted to the floor so they are super-solid and not warped)!! This is definitely not your typical "box"!
Overall, if you are in the Marysville/Arlington/Smokey Point area and you are looking for a great gym with the best equipment and a good owner/coach- then CrossFit Orenda is the place you are looking for. With so many different packages that you can try- from open gym to unlimited Crossfit classes to one on one personal training, it doesn't make sense to not check this place out! Seriously, my wife and I drive to this gym from Everett with our 9 month old strapped in the back seat and don't regret the miserable drive one bit!! read more