If you want a quality box, look no further... this is it. Mike is a seasoned Crossfitter who was mentored by some of the best. He actually puts thought and consideration into his programming so you're not going to go in there and get beat on... Well, let me rephrase, you will get the beating, but you won't walk out with rhabdo after a week.
Mike is not going to BS you. He's not some over-pepped cheerleader kind of coach. His approach is far more genuine. He will push you to your limits, but inspire you to do more, and he always expects greatness from his clients because he genuinely believes everyone is capable. If you need someone who is over-the-top peppy and lies to you when you're form sucks, you're not pushing hard and you could use more work- Mike isn't the coach for you. If you want to be coached, corrected, pushed and encouraged and someone who will celebrate your triumphs and pick you up from the days you struggle- Mike from CFW is exactly that. Many times I hear the CFW community describe Mike as "hard to impress"...this isnt the case as much as he is just a no-BS kind of guy. He wants you to get stronger, faster and push through. He believes you can and he's not going to settle for anything less than your best. When you do impress Mike (which, you will so long as you give your all) his on-the-side high-fives, "beast mode" comments and his 1:1 talks about how impressed he is with you makehim so much more genuine than a coach who just tells you how fantastic you are everytime you walk in the door.
Mike is not ok with poor form- you will be coached at CFW. Mike will push you- dont come into CFW and try to take the easy route...Mike will know your capabilities and ask that you go harder. This is a good thing! Mike is always willing to listen to your issues whether it be your goal to back squat body weight, or your need to clean up your diet, or tweak it. Mike has always been willing to set up something that will help you acheive your goals. Want to lift heavier? Mike will encourage you to come in and work on that lift and help you get there. Need diet help? Mike will ask ?'s, give recommendations and check in with you often to ensure you're getting everything out of your membership there. He goes above and beyond to help his members. Did I mention he teaches EVERY class? Not once does he do it without a smile, a loud, clear voice, on-point cues and exceptional coaching.
Enough about Mike...the people here are amazing. A judgement free, inspiring, motivating group of people who are all there with the same goal- to kick ass in the WOD. Some more competitive athletes wod here but there is no favortism, or egos. There have been so many times another member has been able to push me through the final minutes of a workout when I want to rest, or give up. I have made lifelong friends at CFW.
Drop in at Mikes Saturday AM intro, or if youre already a CFer, send Mike an email and he'd love to have you! read more