I can't say enough great things about CrossFit UP! I have been going here for about 3 years and I love it. I look forward to going each week. The Admin, the Coaches, and fellow athletes all support one another and make it a demanding yet fun place to work out. There is a focus on doing movements the right way, not just loading weights on a bar! We warm up and stretch before every workout to ensure that we are properly ready. It is very adaptive to age, health, and fitness. Bottom line is that CrossFit Up is a safe, challenging, yet supportive workout environment to stay fit for life! read more

Coaching, community, programming are world class! Best gym I've ever found and I've tried MANY in my life's journey from London '02-07 to NYC '07-11 to SF '11-21 to finally arriving in Santa Cruz '21 - never leaving :) read more

Crossfit UP is a fun gym with low ego and Great community! Everything is scalable so you can show up without anxiety and tailor your workout for your own ability. The associated PT clinic knowledge also helps do an amazing job at keeping me injury free. read more

I've been a member at UP since February and am so grateful to have found such a welcoming, kind, and warm bunch of people to workout with. The owners and coaches care so much and you feel that vibration the moment you enter the facility and interact with them. Being a part of the UP community has really helped me settle into my new life here in Santa Cruz. I highly recommend checking it out if you're in town! read more

There is definitely not a shortage of Cross Fit gyms in Santa Cruz. But, I had never tried any of them. Possibly I was intimidated by the cult like following or possibly the risk of injury. Anyhow, I decided to finally try Cross Fit was because of this studio's approach. A friend of mine works at Dewitt (next door) and informed me that she had signed up. She had never taken Cross Fit either. She informed me that they have a different approach because it's owned by a (PT) physical therapist. I signed up for a 3 month package for 3x a week classes and was reassuringly told by Kelsey that I could cancel with 15 days notice. I think she knew I would like it... The package includes a Fitness screening. Which is only about 10-15 minutes. After they email (or print out) how well you rank amongst your peers and provide exercises to improve your skills. I was told they retest in 3 months to show your improvement. Before you attend group classes, there is a series of 8 Fundamental classes. The classes teach proper form to (of course) reduce or eliminate injuries because of the PT approach. I have only finished 4 so far. But, I feel pretty proud of myself anyhow :) I really enjoy the classes and I am confident to say they accommodate any skill set. I am very happy to have been referred to this gem of a gym! read more

I have been to several classes over my life and generally prefer to weightlift solo. After attending a CrossFit Up WOD, I was very impressed and excited to attend more classes. Kyle is a motivating and yet nonintimidating instructor. The facility is super clean and most of the equipment is brand new. The WOD was challenging and informative. It introduced me to new sets to incorporate in my solo gym workouts and improved my technique on sets I already do. CrossFit Up is the perfect balance for new and experienced CrossFit people. I will be back! read more

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At CrossFit Up, all of the coaches -Kyle, Ryan and Adriana- are fully invested in your safety and development. The atmosphere is welcoming, friendly, non-judgemental, educational and intelligent. No one is pressured to rush through a workout poorly. No one is pressured to rush through anything, period. You're not just provided with a workout, you're provided with an education and a focused direction. You also gain the privilege of being part of a great community of people. The members are all amazing and friendly people with a wide variety of skill levels in CrossFit. Any age, any fitness level, you'll find a place at CrossFit Up. read more

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I have been working out at Crossfit Up for about a month now, but have been in another local gym with a similar work-out program for over two years - so I am have done by share of burpees! I was always hesitant to join the Crossfit "movement", worried I would injure myself or get carried away by my competitiveness. I am really impressed with the time the Kyle and Ryan take to explain the correct set up and movement for all the elements involved in a typical workout and they review them the next time you are in the gym. By explaining the physics involved, I can really focus on the proper execution of my workout, be it a squat or a deadlift and I am amazed, how much more you are able to do (weight or repetition), when doing it right! There are great people working and working out there, inspiring me to push myself further knowing that the trainers' main focus is for their athletes to stay healthy. It but just a few workouts in I already feel stronger and better! read more

I have been a member at CrossFit up for just over 4 months now. I have also been a member at two other CrossFit gyms and three other gyms in Santa Cruz County. I'm not an athlete or fitness junkie (I'd probably be overweight if I didn't get the skinny gene from my parents), just an engineer trying to stay healthy and active as long as I can. I first walked into CrossFit up during their "soft opening" and talked to Ryan (physical therapist and owner) and Kyle (manager and head coach) about the gym. Ryan talked about how it would be heavily influenced by his physical therapy practice while Kyle said the programming would be pretty traditional CrossFit. Kyle is incredibly knowledgeable without being intimidating or pretentious. He coaches without over coaching. He is passionate about his craft, but it doesn't feel like a cult. Kyle has a bachelor's degree in exercise science. I appreciate that he has a coaching background outside of CrossFit. The workouts tend to include a lot of body weight movements and lighter weight barbell/kettle bell work. I am growing to like and appreciate that there is rarely strength work and conditioning work on the same day. I feel like this leaves more time for a very thorough warm up/mobility/instruction period before the workout. Ryan told me one day that as a physical therapist he has a very hard time getting his patients to do the exercises and drills he prescribes to them in his PT practice. He said that part of his vision for CrossFit UP is that if patients or members just showed up to class, they would have to do the exercises that he did or would prescribe. I personally know I should stretch more, but somehow it just doesn't happen. CrossFit UP's strategy of including the mobility work in the classes has drastically improved my mobility, and it still has a long way to go. The community vibe is something CrossFit gym's pride themselves on. It makes sense to me, I'm going to spend about 200 hours a year with some people, it would be nice if I liked them. Everyone at CrossFit up is really friendly and accommodating. Most of the people are new to CrossFit (and I'm coming off a hiatus) so it feels like everyone is going through this together. Everyone is really welcoming to new people because for most of us we were new people not to long ago. One of the other places I think the physical therapy practice's influence shows is in the professionalism of Kyle, Ryan, Kelsey (office manager). Response and follow up to questions and request in person or via email are handled with the professionalism you would expect from a private doctor's office. They also keep the gym very clean, impressively clean. Neither of these are deal breakers, and I didn't realize that other gyms were missing this until I was at CrossFit UP. read more

The coaches at Crossfit Up are spectacular! They teach the movements well and help give modifications when needed. The modified workouts are never easier- just accommodate individual limitations, while helping to strengthen to work towards eliminating your limitations! I was skeptical about starting Crossfit because I was afraid of injuries, but there is so much emphasis on safety and form that I have felt very well supported while I learn an entirely new-to-me workout style. I often hear reminders to compete only with myself, not with other people in the room. I'm a massage therapist and yogi, so I thought I was strong, but I am stronger than I've ever been after only 2 months here! And the community is so welcoming that I feel included, even as a newbie. We cheer each other on to reach a new personal record or finish a last rep of a workout. I highly recommend CF UP! read more

My husband and I tried this place out for a week over the holidays. Everyone from the coaches to the members were extremely welcoming. The coaches were knowledgeable and the WODs were fun and challenging. I had a great time and look forward to visiting again! read more

I would highly recommend Crossfit UP for anyone interested in taking their health and well being to the next level. Ryan and staff are just so awesome. The great thing about Crossfit is your not competing against others, rather its all about obtaining your individual best. The staff will help you focus on safe / correct movements and posture . Its truly a friendly family oriented atmosphere. read more

Crossfit up has not only the schedule of workouts ..but the background of physical therapy and proper technic so you can do your best and get the proper instruction as too not to get hurt....best coaches...best attitude...individual attention...proper tenhnic...the best read more

How great is a gym owned by a physical therapist? Come find out for yourself! That is what drew me to this particular gym and I wasn't disappointed, but there is so much more to keep me coming back workout after workout to this gym. The coaching staff is phenomenal, the workout programs are challenging yet fun and the comaraderie is amazing! I LOVE this gym! read more

Crossfit Up is a different type of Crossfit gym in that it is an extension of the great work DeWitt Physical Therapy do. Their knowledge of injury prevention/resilience, proper mechanics and rehabilitation is carried over to everything you do here. First off, you get a Functional Movement Screen (I discovered A LOT about my asymmetries and weaknesses) with a personalized mobility and corrective exercise program. This is golden. I do these exercises daily and have never got injured doing Crossfit since. One thing I like is that warm ups are WOD specific. I was used to doing some generic stuff like a 400 m run, high knees, butt kicks, air squats, inchworms all wrapped up in a mini-wod kind of thing. At CF Up, you start by mobilizing the tissue of the muscles you are going to use (foam roll, lacrosse balls, bands, etc), then you do specific mobility and corrective/strengthening exercises for the target muscles and only then you go hard. This has made a huge difference in my performance and recovery. The gym is squeaky clean, has the nicest coaches and the most welcoming and encouraging community. Can't say enough good things about this place. read more

Why does Up deserve a five star rating? Because it's one of the best CF gyms in Santa Cruz...and we all know that there is pretty much a CF on every corner. Heck, I drive by 3 or 4 just to get to Up. I had the standard crossfit stereotypes in my head but due my persuasive friends, I agreed to try it. Fast forward a few classes and I've signed up for a six month commitment. What makes this place a step (or should I say a burpee) above the rest? The coaches and the community. Sitting adjacent to DeWitt Physical Therapy, the coaches must drink a morning power smoothie of body movement, alignment and range of motion because they watch your form like hawk. This is great for newbies and preventing injury. The members of Up are the second component to this secret sauce. Warm, outgoing and hospitable. no one lets a new face walk by without offering an introduction. This is a place to challenge yourself in a safe and supportive environment. Set goals and watch yourself achieve them. Fitness is just a box jump away... read more

This is a wonderful gym with an incredible staff. Coupled with the Physical Therapist office next door I feel like I am getting an incredible bonus. The class size is small, which gives the instructor time to really watch over everyone as a group as well as individually. I always feel like the instructor takes diligent care to make sure people are doing the moves correctly and that they warm up properly. You can tell a lot of time and thought goes into each and every workout as they are very detailed and creative, which keeps it fresh and fun. Additionally, the atmosphere is great: I feel like I am in a safe and supportive environment as opposed to other gyms where class size was too big and I felt abandoned or improperly warmed up. I also like that the WOD encourages me to go at a safe pace, I don't feel the push to compete with the person next to me. Instead, I feel like the rest of the group supports and encourages each other. The instructor, Kyle is passionate about what he does and has an extensive background. He is extremely helpful in answering questions and responding to emails, he even provided me with extra research to help me use CrossFit to train for other events I was involved with. Its not everyday that you are a member of a club/gym and receive this level of service, I am glad I found this place, it is worth every penny! The gym is also new and clean, the equipment is kept up and there is plenty of room for everyone to workout. read more

I started Crossfit-Up last November to cross-train for my first marathon. I honestly didn't think I was going to last this long, but I'm still a proud member. Crossfit-Up is not like other Crossfit gyms I've been to. They emphasize on fundamentals of body functions/movement. I know a lot of people get injuries doing Crossfit and I'm happy to report that I haven't hurt myself at this gym thus far. I especially like the fact that it is owned by a physical therapist who is knowledgeable about our body and its movements. Coach Kyle watches you like a hawk to make sure that your form is correct. He won't let you put on more weight until he knows you and your body can handle the weight safely. Crossfit-Up has helped me get stronger, and I think has improved my overall health. There is no competitive edge at this gym; everyone supports each other. Small classes (no more than 6 people) make it fun and intimate, and this allows for individualized attention from the coach. This little community has grown to be like a family to me. read more