What a great place overall. I just relocated back to SF, and needed to find a nice stable motivating place to get back in shape. Facilities are clean, organized, and overall Staff was friendly, helpful and paid a ton of attention to detail on form and process, which i really appreciated. Learned a ton in my first month here. read more

This place is like a crossfit speakeasy. Located deep in the bowels of a building in the financial district, you wouldn't know it's there if you weren't looking for it. Overall a great place. I've dropped in twice and found the coaches to be solid, and the facility very nice. It's a bit spendy but I'm guessing that's San Francisco pricing. I don't think I'd be a member if I lived in SF as due to its location, the place has no windows and zero ventilation, so it's dark and can get really muggy when there are three classes going at once. OK, that's my other beef--The quarters can be a bit tight when they have three classes going at once. But overall a good place, at least to drop in to. read more

This community of coaches and members is fantastic! I love that the class sizes are small enough for coaches to give you form corrections. Caleb is my favorite! Take a new member series and you'll see why! My girlfriend and I go there to four times a week! read more

I am shocked to see anything other than 5 stars for Flagship. I joined early last year and was a regular member for ~18 months prior to leaving the Bay Area. Before starting Crossfit, I had barely stepped foot in a gym, could not carry a simple bar bell, and overall was in bad shape. I now attend classes 4-5 times a week and it is often the highlight of my day - not to mention my progress since starting has been insane. A few highlights of Flagship: - Facilities: Standard CF box with all the equipment you would expect. FiDi location includes showers and towel service which is very convenient if you're going to work afterwards. - Programming: Classes on the hour every hour starting at 6am through 8pm. Standard Crossfit classes as well as a few Conditioning (basically HIIT with no heavy lifting), Olympic Weightlifting, and Mobility classes mixed in. Usually only one class happening at once except during high traffic hours (noon, 5-7pm) when there are two classes at once. This gym uses Wodify (50x better than Beyond the Whiteboard which some other boxes use) and repeats strength training exercises every so often so you are able to track your performance - Classes: Usually a brief warm-up, strength component (for example: take 20 minutes to establish your 5 rep max for Power Cleans), conditioning component (usually a 5-15 min HIIT workout), and stretch / mobility for cool-down. - Community: Terrific. I was a regular at the 8am class and sometimes 12pm if I slept in, and it was great to see the same familiar faces. Coaches are all very friendly / down-to-earth (shout out to Deb, Vince, Zach, and Will). Absolutely not a "meathead-only" environment where you'll feel out of place if you are not in tip top shape. Overall open and friendly environment. If you are in SF looking for a CF box to join, this is a no brainer. I've only been gone a few weeks but already miss coming here, and intend to drop in every time I'm in town. read more

My opinion: I feel so much progress since going to Flagship in the last month. My strength, health, and physical fitness has been pushed to a new level. The workouts are challenging and the instructors genuinely care about your form and are very knowledgeable about all the moves. I love working with Jon S and Zach S because they will push you without compromising your form or pressuring you to do something that may cause injury (I know that's the stigma with these workouts. Facts: There are three locations to go to once you have a membership. The SOMA location is my favorite because the equipment is so new and well taken care of; I also like the higher ceilings. FiDi location is the original and a bit busier with lower ceilings. Upper Market is really nice too and I feel it's the largest (but too far for me location-wise). Also, there's a New Member Series that anyone joining Flagship must take to show you understand basic moves, stretches, and form; I appreciated that because it warms you up into the Workout Of the Days and feels less intimidating. Each day there are different programs you can sign up for depending on your goals; ranging from Conditioning (cardio intensive), Weightlifting, and Performance (more traditional CrossFit). Verdict: In full transparency, the membership price is quite expensive but it's worth it for the value you get (mentioned above). I would recommend Flagship to those who want to get a great workout, take your fitness up a notch, and learn and improve on weightlifting moves. You won't get the same results from working out on your own! read more

Flagship is the best Crossfit gym I've gone to so far in San Francisco. The coaches are all very serious about form and cut no corners. For someone with a schedule that's all over the place, the variety of classes and time slots is crucial. The people are a nice balance of polite and no-drama which I also really appreciate. Strongly recommend at least trying out the $199 1-month starter offer. read more

I have LOVED my experience at Flagship thus far. I entered as a novice (with some general weight lifting experience). My fundamental course was comprehensive and each of the coaches I had was very knowledge (and enthusiastic) and were good teachers. After the intro week I felt like I had enough information to enter the regular classes - although I was still nervous b/c I was such a newbie. The regular classes have been challenging in a good way. I go to the mid day classes so they are pretty small and I always get good attention/pointers/cues. I always leave feeling like I am getting at least a little better. I feel like the coaches (my favs: Vincent, Will, and Sam) really pay attention to good form and want you to progress in a safe way. The WODs are always hard but are well thought out and have been leaving me feeling exhausted but excited for the next day. CrossFit is intimidating (at any box) - they aren't there to coddle or listen to excuses - you can't come in with a huge ego - that being said, everyone at this box has been really nice. They make you say hi to people in the class that you don't know so you get to know people and can cheer/support each other and the coaches started calling me by name immediately. Overall I am thrilled to have joined this community and I am excited to see where I am in a couple of months!! read more

I'm at a loss for words that will do justice here. 5+ years of CF, totally blown away by the level of excellence in coaching. On par with the best of the best that I've been exposed to. Browse the coach bio's on the website and you'll see one out of four are L-2, for starters. Additionally, each coach carries an average of 5-6 separate certifications over and above their L-1/L-2. That's an across the board commitment to helping people get fit and change their lives. My goal every time I walk into a workout is to be better. Have a better understanding of how to properly perform a barbell lift, a gymnastic movement. Whatever it is, I want to be better, to know how to be better next time I approach that movement. I want to be better. Without fail, I have walked out of every class for the past few weeks with my goals met, with a greater understanding of the movements. At $199 to sign up, the price can't be beat. There are no negatives here, only positives. Unknow your limits today. read more

I have been doing crossfit for 2 years and these are the best facilities and coaching I have experienced to date. Each coach has their strengths (mobility expert, Olympic, diet expertise, etc.) that allows a very well rounded gym. The facilities are meticulously cleaned and at the upper market location provide quite the view of Duboce. My highest recommendations. read more

In town visiting, and stopped by box for a morning workout. An outstanding experience!. 1. Two locations in SF - Financial District and Upper Market 2. Sam responded very quickly to my email asking about space in the class. Easy sign up on Wodify.com 3. Went to Upper Market location. Big, brand new space. Incredibly clean for a CF box. 4. Mark met us at we entered and was very welcoming. Lots of space to warm up. 5. Great wod. Good focus on skills and staying safe. Mark paid a lot of attention to everyone in the class, and offered good coaching tips. Did not "over-coach". 6. Locals in the class very friendly. 7. Shower and bathrooms very clean. 8. Short walk to Peets for a post-wod coffee! I've probably been to 30 CF boxes in my travels, and Flagship in top 5 for service and quality. I'll be back. read more

Crossfit is incredible, and Flagship Crossfit is an awesome ambassador of the Crossfit brand! The 'box' schedule is stable and the trainers are knowledgeable and funny. If you're like me and you've tried it all - various SF gyms, personal trainers, Bootcamp (outside), Yoga, Boxing - and yet haven't seen the results you've wanted, Crossfit is your answer! Nothing else changed my body the way Crossfit has in 5+ months, nor motivates me the way the workouts do. I feel different, and people are noticing!! Your workouts will be varied, and your results will be successful with the right frequency and dedication. Don't hesitate, make this the gift you give yourself for Christmas 2014! read more

I've been going to Flagship since they opened, and they are without a doubt the best gym in the city. Their coaching staff continues to improve and maintain a high standard for themselves and their athletes. Additionally, the facilities and equipment are topnotch, well maintained, clean, and since all memberships include access to both locations (the 160 Church Street location opened in January), they're extremely convenient. Plus, they offer over 150 classes each week, including classes on Saturday and Sunday. They also offer a variety of class types, so you are able to choose your class based on your needs for that day. read more

I highly recommend this box!!! Great, friendly and fantastic coaches, with an awesome knowledge to help u improve. They guide u through he workout step by step and the mobility in the end is fantastic! Moreover the atmosphere is super cozy! Location great! And the box has got everything you need! So simply fab!!!! read more

I started coming here a month ago. I did crossfit for a few years but fell off for the past 2 yrs since I moved up here. A friend of mine referred me to Flagship and I've been very impressed and content since. The coaches take the time to correct your form. The New Member Series is really designed to lay down the foundation of proper movement and lifting. So far, I've worked with Jenna (UM), Forrest (UM), Lindsay (FIDI), Caleb (FIDI), Nicole (UM) and Megan (FIDI) and I've been very satisfied and grateful for all of their great coaching. I'm looking forward to my next batch of classes and reaching my fitness goals. Thanks Flagship! read more

If you are looking for a great box to drop into, this is IT! Great coach that actually cared about my form and technique. Great atmosphere. Great athletes. Very happy that my friend and I decided to do a wod in San Fran! read more

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Fantastic box. I joined Flagship 4 months ago when I moved to the area-1 year after I had started doing CrossFit. I have visited other boxes in the SF Bay and I can easily say the staff here is top notch. The coaches focus heavily on improving the athlete in many areas (strength, conditioning, mobility, etc.), rather than solely emphasizing heavier lifts. The staff is extremely knowledgeable in CrossFit and each coach brings a specific area of expertise, creating a very well-rounded team. They program workouts so that any athlete can improve any day. Other members will encourage and challenge you to push yourself to get better. The box is usually bumping just after work hours is always full of positive energy. Chalk-filled high fives and fist bumps are staples after every WOD. Located in the the Financial District, Flagship is a hot location for many SF professionals. It is close to Montgomery BART station, offering easy access for commuters. There is also an Upper Market location, with even more space to work out and improve. Classes offered include CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Mobility, and Mobility; Monday - Friday at the Financial District location and Sunday - Saturday at the Upper Market location. Great box to join or drop in at when in the area. read more

I've been going to Flagship for a little over a year (doing Crossfit for about three), and I couldn't recommend it more for someone interested in trying Crossfit. Most people are in the beginning-to-intermediate stages, making for a super inclusive environment where asking questions, getting adjustments, and getting out of your comfort zone is accessible and welcome. Great instructors, clean facilities, good vibes all around :) read more

Awesome experience today. Dropped in for an afternoon workout. The members were very friendly, the space was large and very clean. Lots of different equipment and the coach took time to meet me and coach me up just like a regular member. This is a great box for any level of crossfitter. The only drawback is low ceilings which impacts rope climbs....I love rope climbs. But that is a very small drawback compared to an immaculate facility in the heart of the city. I'll be back when travelling here for work. read more

I've been going to Flagship for a few weeks now and it's been an amazing experience! The intro week was really informative and left me feeling comfortable to get started with classes! Everyone and all the coaches are welcoming and patient helping me through as I learn the movements. I now look forward to my daily workout and I've already noticed improved strength and confidence. I definitely feel like a bada** after the workouts! read more

I've been a member of several Crossfit gyms in Los Angeles and San Francisco, and this is by far one of favorite fitness experiences thus far. Multiple locations with several class options (& numerous class time options throughout the day and weekend), knowledgeable coaches that know your limits, and friendly classmates. I can't wait to see how my fitness improves! read more

I've been a member at 4 CrossFit boxes and Flagship is the first to compel me to write a review. The location is convenient, right in the middle of the financial district, facilities are clean, and equipment is new. They have another location at Upper Market and are opening up a 3rd in SOMA and all locations are open to members. Class sizes are capped at 18-20 depending on the time, which allows for more personal coaching/tips (my previous gym had at times 40-50 in a class). The coaches are knowledgable and friendly and the programming includes a good mix of between the typically CrossFit skills, strength and conditioning. read more

Really enjoying this place! It's a great workout, extremely convenient if you work in the fidi, and everyone there has been great.

Did a drop in today while I was in San Francisco. Very convenient location if you're downtown. Had a great workout. Will S. was a great coach. An additional bonus since they have showers and towel service. Can't wait to go back read more

Dropped in for a class Monday morning and had a great workout. Shout out to the coach (Debra I think) who was fantastic at coaching to all the levels of all the folks in the class. It was s busy class but she did a great job of getting everyone on point and through all of the workout. I will definitely be back when I am in town read more

Crossfit, Conditioning, Strength Development, Weightlifting, Mobility, and Gymnastics! This Gym has it all and the cherry on top is a staff of SUPER knowledgeable coaches. Well equipped facilities (2 Gyms with a 3rd on the way), towel service, the works. Drop in or join, you won't regret it. read more

There are some great coaches there, given. This is outweighed by the negative, as an establishment that would hire inappropriately angry confrontational coaches is not the type of organization that you should trust yourself to for your journey into or with crossfit. The staff are not very friendly and not particularly willing to work with new crossfitters, and actually the other classmates I found to be more friendly and helpful at times. All the coaches are dudes and the customer service is very lacking. Although a good amount of their clients are women, they gear their space and workouts mostly for men. There is an overwhelming sense of elitism, that the experienced crossfitters are better or more deserving then newbies and there is definitely no tangible community. As I stated earlier, some of the coaches in particular are rude and inappropriate and speak in anger rather then a place of growth and encouragement. There is not an emphasis on positive environment nor is it an welcoming inclusive space for folks who aren't very experienced. The feeling is your sort of on your own and if your not doing things correctly the onus is on you to correct it rather then the coach. This is the most expensive crossfit in the city and yet perhaps the least of value in terms of growth and coaching, if only some of the coaches are good it really limits which classes you can go to and for 300$ a month I would hope for much more. I recommend against this gym. read more

I been at Flagship CrossFit for about a year now, my weight was 390 lbs, my waist size was 56 and totally give up and my age was showing, but lucky for me my friend Sam introduced me to CrossFit knowing I use to do Mauy Thai Kickboxing which I had stopped because of deaths with my kickboxing instructor, family members, I just was tired and just wanted the world to stop and to just let me off, so I let myself go in every way possible including my health, but there was this shift right when I thought I couldn't hold on anymore and soon I went back to work and then Flagship, I am now 264 lbs, waist size is 40 and my body is changing, I can actually feel the transformation of my once morbid obese body morph into the healthy body I had when I was younger and it feels great, watching my chest, legs and even now doing sit ups all the way up, first day here I couldn't even do much, but with hard work and the best Coach Sloan training me and the other coaches there helping me out and giving me support was a big part of me gaining the strength not just spirituality or mentally but physically and not to mention all the support from the members (flagship community) pulling for me, before Flagship I had four gym memberships never went and when I did I work out for like 20 mins and call it thinking that's enough, just way to depressing in a regular gym, but with CrossFit I learn to use parts and muscles in my body I never knew exist with the help of the Flagship Staff and the Members of Flagship also all my friends that saw the change in my body @wanted to get in on the action had joined, I am not close to where I should be but I am surely moving on the right direction. Like the fittest man on the earth Matt Fraser when asked how he did it and he replied " I do a lot of Squats. The Journey of CrossFit is just beginning and if I can do it anyone can. I'll post some before & after photos soon. Like to share my favorite quote which goes; "People never change because they are under threat or duress, NEVER. They change because they see something that makes their life seem valuable enough to start moving towards a life worth living". - Robert Downey Jr. Thanks Flagship for making me see my life is valuable enough to live a life worth living, keeping my hope alive. WOOT!!! Thanks Everyone, read more

I had the opportunity to drop in while in the city on business. This is an excellent box! The culture is friendly and the coach was spot on with instruction. Also, it was seamless to sign up online prior to save time and simple to find. Thanks Flagship for a great WOD and some sore muscles to remind me I got that done when I am sitting through meetings! read more

Summary: Fantastic Crossfit gym staffed by some of the best coaches in the sport. Flagship's facilities are great but the heart of the box are its coaches and members. The coaches are both highly skilled and caring. They emphasize properly stretching before and after the workouts and they ensure proper form at all times through constructive coaching. The class sizes are small -- I've never felt lost in a crowd here. The facility is great. Nice space, new equipment, great location. The members are also fantastic. Open, encouraging and no attitude. If you're looking for a crossfit box in SF, you should definitely check out Flagship. read more

The attention to detail and wonderful community provided here is unrivaled, easily the best CrossFit gym in SF.

Was waiting for a crossfit gym to open up in FiDi since they're all in Soma. I think this place opened up early 2014. Prices are pretty standard crossfit prices, with the incentive to pay less per month if you sign up for recurring direct debit for 6 months/less for 12 months or even less if you pay upfront for 6 months/even less for 12 months upfront. Yes, you may complain about how "expensive" crossfit is but I find that when a gym membership is too "cheap" there is no incentive to go, you're like, "ahhh stuff it, it's only $20 a month, I don't need to go" VERSUS "damn, this is costing me $250 a month, I better go to the gym"... Or you could just earn more money so that $250 is not "expensive" anymore, or, you could just look at it as an investment to your health rather than in terms of expensive or cheap. The crossfit nay-sayers who say crossfit is dangerous etc are usually the ones who have never done crossfit. No-one is making you lift 1000 lbs if you can't!) And I'm sorry but you can injure yourself doing anything, for instance, I tripped on absolutely nothing this morning because I wasn't paying attention. That's dangerous!! People who run marathons complain about knee injuries eventually, tennis players talk about shoulder injuries..the list can go on. Pick a sport, have fun, get fit, do it correctly, and know that eventually we will all get older and our bodies will eventually get frailer and weaker, and so don't worry all the time-- just do it while you can! Impermanence is the nature of life! Anyway, I digress. Back to Flagship. There is a class for almost every hour of the day, from early morning to late (I think about 8pm). If you are new to crossfit, they prefer you to start out in a "fundamentals" class which is good if you are feeling gun-shy! The coaches are all top-notch, but my favorite is Vince -- and the good thing is when you start going to the same class/coach, he will start to understand what you can and what you can't do and work within those limitations/push you to do better when you're ready and capable. All the equipment is fancy and new, the space is still fairly new and doesn't smell of sweaty balls yet. The water fountains could use a bit of a scrub though as they are getting moldy around the edges. There are showers and the women's bathroom is equipped with all the necessary lady equipment even luxuries such as hairdryers and straighteners! Like all crossfit places, the first rule of crossfit is to always talk about crossfit (haha) and this place fits every stereotype of the crossfitter (good or bad, you decide). It can get quite clicky here (but still in a good friendly way, not like "Mean Girls" type of way), everyone wears lululemon and has the latest gear and shoes (we're on the nano 4's, man!!) etc. but the camaraderie and the overall team-spirit is genuinely friendly and that's what I like about crossfit wherever I go, people cheering you on etc. I just needed to mention this to people who know what I'm talking about regarding the "clickiness" sometimes embedded, which isn't a bad thing, like I said, good or bad you decide!! Everyone comes and does their thang in the end, who cares about it. read more

I just started at Flagship after trying several other boxes around San Francisco. First thing I noticed was how clean everything was which is a huge plus for me. The programming is cohesive and the coaches are knowledgable and always stress that you will be coached in every class. My philosophy on crossfit is that you can always learn something new, so I'm a huge fan of this policy. I definitely recommend this to anyone looking to refine their technique and generally improve their performance. The only downside is that post-work classes are pretty crowded, but despite that, the space is used incredibly well. read more

I saw a review stating that this isn't the place for beginners...that's absolutely not true, I need to dispel that! I am the most unfit person I know and the coaches here are so supportive and can scale everything down. You are in no way thrown in without guidance - the guys go out of their way to help you move correctly! I think this box is amazing, clean, has showers and all of the coaches are super nice - would definitely recommend to all, be they absolute beginner or experienced crossfitter! read more

I always wanted to try crossfit but was deterred by its reputation as being cultish. One day I got over that and decided to go for it- I researched all crossfit places in SF and ultimately chose Flagship because they have 6am classes (and classes for every other hour of the day, for that matter!). Right from the start I was impressed- the coaches were very knowledgable and friendly (no cultish behavior!!) and all the people I met were awesome. The coaches are all pretty amazing in their own ways. They will push you to your limits (safely). They will work with any injuries or mobility issues you have. They will make you more sore than you ever remember being, and you will love them for it. The facilities are always clean. The bathrooms are a little small, but they have showers!! Flagship uses Wodify (an app/website) which allows you to track your performance. It seemed silly to me at first but now I religiously log my workouts and love seeing how much I've improved over time. It's also a super easy way to reserve your spot in classes and pay for your membership. Thank you Flagship!!!! read more

Great space ruined by horrible coaching. Amazing space, incredibly convenient class schedule, tons of great, new gear and a couple of really good coaches. Why two stars? The other coaches. Yelling at people, making fun of students' form and generally acting like an a-hole drill sergeant doesn't make you a good coach. Lose the ego-you're just not that great. SF has a wealth of great gyms and coaches. There are just too many great alternatives out there to make this place worth it. read more

Flagship is one of the best CrossFit gyms around. The coaches are not only extremely skilled and knowledgeable but foster an environment of growth, team and family. I highly recommend checking them out to see the Flagship experience. read more

I joined Flagship about a month ago and absolutely love it! I've been Crossfitting for almost 3 years now and have been to many gyms and this is definitely one of the absolute best. The facilities are great - from the barbells and plates, rowers, assault bikes and even the locker rooms are great quality and clean (which is not always the case for Crossfit gyms). The programming is great too and has a ton of scaling options so you can make the workout about your goals:) read more

I am about to hit my 3rd month at Flagship and I am really enjoying it. I've had the opportunity to workout with 3-4 different instructors and they are all really great. They remember my name, they are patient, and although their fitness levels are above and beyond my own, I have never once felt inferior or intimidated. The best days are when everyone gathers at the end of a WOD to push and cheer everyone to finish strong. You leave exhausted but mentally refreshed. It has been a great investment for me. read more

I would say I am not just in gym but in a community. I could see my performance going up regularly Coaches pay lot of attention on your technique. Thanks to all coaches.Highly recommended. read more

Great coaching staff and workouts, new facility, Financial District location, single and 10 session payment options and friendly members make this an excellent addition to the San Francisco Crossfit community. read more