Grassroots as a gym has some incredible coaches, and more class times that it offers than the other gyms nearby. I've been with them for about a year now, and I love that there are some REALLY elite athletes; people that compete nationally or even have kettlebell world record, but they're all very kind and relatable. It's not that "you have to worship the top performer" attitude that some gyms have with their top athlete. Patrick has really changed the way I lift, and I've improved all my lifts by a significant margin after coming to GRCF. My clean and jerk went up about 90lbs, snatch up ~50lbs, and squat ~60lbs. My technique has improved greatly, and Patrick has really tailored the coaching experience to my exact body proportions instead of giving me a "one size fits all" experience. I've seen lots of members come in and start from scratch, and others come in with a significant background but there's something for everyone at GRCF. There's even strong man training and a fun community of people who are interested in all sorts of things. If you want to do a race, someone will do it with you! It's a great place to feel right at home right away. Feel free to personally message me if you want more details or in depth recommendations! read more

Grassroots is a fantastic crossfit gym. I'm a middle-age woman who didn't touch a barbell until I was 50 and have done crossfit in several different gyms over the past 5 years. Grassroots is the best gym by far. The warm up and stretches are given the time they deserve and the coaches are always happy to suggest modifications based on my abilities. The other members of the gym are very welcoming and everyone is there to have a good time while getting fit. I highly recommend this gym! read more

Grassroots is great, highly recommend joining! Chris and team are awesome. Classes have a warm up and stretch in the beginning. All exercises are walked through or demonstrated by coach before. The class structure builds up to the AMRAP or timed portion which is more cardio. X-fit can have a reputation of being unsafe, but not this gym! I'm converted! read more

Jumped into my 1st class... it's been a while since I did CrossFit. But the team here is pretty cool as are the other athletes. .. only ding is the shower needs a bit of an update. Otherwise it was solid workout read more

I go here and I like it! The coaches are very nice and works with me even when I complain all the time. Try not to be late, but they are accommodating to make sure I can do it all :) read more

I love Grassroots CrossFit! It has been the antidote to losing interest in going to the gym. I value the comraderie, coaching, support, variety and challenge. The owners, Kris and Melissa, as well as the other coaches are really wonderful- caring and skilled. I'm so proud of all the skills I've learned. I must admit though that I came to lose weight and instead gained about 20lbs of muscle. I guess I'll take it! I have been to a half dozen other CrossFit gyms around the country and I'm always happy to be back. People work really hard and any competition is mild and helpful rather than negative. I'm almost 50 now and I care more about staying healthy than setting any personal records. The coaches have all been great about helping me modify and scale the movements so I can come back the next day. There are some members who were athletes in college or compete now and we all set it out together- there's no rift or cliques at all. Big thumbs up for GRCF! read more

Kris is an awesome coach. Learned a ton from his gymnastics classes. Fun programming and great coaching. Everyone is also super friendly!

I started Crossfit nearly two years ago and fell in love with the community and the sport. Recently, I moved my chiropractic practice to Berkeley which meant I needed to find a new box (gym). After visiting a few in the area it became very clear that Grassroots was going to be my new home. 1. Schedule is amazing- Open practically the entire day during the week, open on the weekends, specialized classes for things like lifting or skills work and open gym times, which are incredibly convenient. 2. Incredible coaching- I have mostly taken classes with Patrick but all are friendly and provide different perspectives based on their past experiences and skills. I love Patrick because he knows what he is talking about. Crossfit is constantly attacked for being "dangerous " or progressing through movements that people are not ready for yet. Patrick does an fantastic job teaching the movements, teaching the progressions and coaching form during the skill work AND the workout during every class! The functional warm ups are tailored to the movements we will perform in the workout and even include rehab moves that I teach my clients to get out of pain. Up to date, relevant and fun. 3. This last reason is a "Con" that turned out to be a "Pro" in the long run: Recently, the gym had received complaints about noise from an apartment that was built this year. Melissa and Kris (the owners) were incredibly professional about the entire situation and took many different measures (sound curtains, boarding windows, buying mats to drop the weights on) to ensure that the neighbors needs were taken care of while also preserving experience that the members were use to. If something needs to get changed or fixed to make the experience better, they are more than willing to do what needs to get done. Culture starts from the top down and I could not be happier with my new gym/box/home. Thanks Grassroots! read more

If you're reading this review, you're probably debating if you want to sign for a crossfit membership. Do it! Take the jump! I highly recommend it. My husband and I signed up for GRCF 1.5 years ago. We signed up 9 months prior to our wedding in hopes to get fit in time for our wedding/ honeymoon pictures. Now, it took some convincing to get my husband on board- mainly due to the cost, but now, he loves it. He fully embraces the crossfit cult. Now, neither one of us are real athletes. I didn't participate in any sports during some childhood. My idea of working out prior to crossfit was doing the treadmill/ stair master for 30 minutes and doing light weights with maybe a few body pump classes here and there. And it worked for me. I was able to maintain a thin figure with a bit of belly fat. No real muscles. However, within 4 months of crossfit, I noticed a HUGE change in my figure. I was able to gain muscle mass for the first time in my life. I was much stronger and leaner. I developed baby ab muscles and my thigh and arms are much more defined! Nothing compared to what I use to do at a regular gym. So let's break it down: Cost: Yes, it's expensive. BUT it's the cheapest crossfit gym in the Bay Area! If you commit to a 6 month or year membership, it breaks it down to $130 a month! Dirt cheap! Get over the price! It's an investment in your health. You can't compare it to the $40 a month 24 Fitness membership. This place offers so much more. It's your daily antidepressant. It's your social hour. It's your daily reminder to better your eating habits. Eat out less one time a week and there- suddenly you can afford it. You're welcome, I just save you some plaque and artery build up and shaved off some of that muffin top you got there. Facility: Clean and well equipped! It's smaller than a few other gyms I've been to but I think that's quite an advantage. Why? Because this equates to less members, which translates to less people in your class aka FREE PERSONAL TRAINING! I attend the 9 or 10am class and generally only 5-10 people show up per class, sometimes 15 on a busy day (but rarely). How amazing is that? In a class of 5-7 people, you really get hands on one-on- one training. There's never a shortage in equipment. Everything is brand new and updated. And you also get some personal space! You can spread out your weight bars, ab mat, and jump rope without feeling super close to the person next to you. And you don't have to smell them (some of the guys have some major BO- #truth) Coaches: 100% best coaches ever! I mainly train with Melissa and sometimes Jonathan. Both are excellent. Melissa does an excellent job demonstrating the moves before every WOD so you know exactly what you're doing. She watches you like a hawk. She notices when you increase your weight and will straight up tell you to decrease the weight when she thinks you're overdoing it. She makes sure your form is always proper before allowing you to increase the intensity of the work out. She teaches you all different methods to modify your work out in case you're injured or pregnant. She is constantly giving you words of encouragement during your WOD when you're dying. She's upbeat and friendly. Overall, the coaches here are amazing- they genuinely care about well being inside and outside of the gym. Community: The people here are amazing. Everyone comes in different shapes and sizes. Yes, there are some beast AF athletes that are super intimidating but they're human too so get over it. You have your overweight 40+ years old trying to lose their gut. You have the 20 year old college students that are absolutely fit and fast and you just can't keep up with them. You have your moms just trying to lose the postpartum body. And you have your weak timid, skinny girls who's never really worked out before. So there's such a wide range of fitness levels and personality that makes this community so great. Everyone here is so kind and encouraging. Whether you deadlifted 400lbs or 120lbs, everyone still cheers you on and make you feel like a superstar after each work out. There's none of that unhealthy competition going on. Ok some cons about the gym? I absolutely HATE the fact that they don't post the next day WOD until after 11pm (on the website). It drives me crazy. I need time to mentally prepare myself for tomorrow's work out. The struggle is real. Overall, this place is amazing. Joining this gym is hands down one of the best things we did. Sure, we looked awesome in our wedding photos but more importantly, we learned to adapt a healthier lifestyle. We learned dedication and consistency goes a long way! We love this gym and we are so sad to be moving so far away! read more

This place changed my experience with exercise entirely. After years of forcing myself to do endless hours of cardio in the form of running and spin classes I had grown weak, exhausted, and totally repulsed by the thought of working out. I had heard that the crossfit philosophy emphasized short explosive workouts that incorporated heavy lifting and although I was afraid of the very idea of this, I thought I'd give it a shot. Six months ago I walked into Grassroots Crossfit afraid that I'd look weak to all the super ripped people around me, scared to lift heavy, and worried that it would be a super dude fest with no ladies. Today I have a family of supportive, wonderful men AND women who have encouraged me to work hard and complimented me time and again on my gains. I am confidant in myself in a way I never have been and it is completely because of the support of the people at the box and the dedication of Kris and Melissa, the owners. I cannot recommend this place enough! The gym is a fun environment, totally kicks my ass on a regular basis, and has changed my outlook and body in not very much time at all. It is a clean and spacious gym with all new equipment and you literally will not meet a cooler bunch of people. read more

I've been a member of Grassroots since the very 1st month it opened. I cannot recommend this gym highly enough. Melissa and Kris have done such an amazing job of creating a close knit community in Berkeley. Grassroots isn't just a place where I want to get some exercise but it's become such a big part of why I love Berkeley so much. If you're curious or have any interest whatsoever you need to come take a visit to check it out for yourself. read more

Great trainers. They are very nice, patient, and accommodating. You can tell that they really care about doing a great job. They are also thoughtful and intelligent. There is nothing intimidating about this place, which was a high priority of mine. The pricing is also totally reasonable in the crossfit world. I strongly recommend Grassroots, particularly if you are just getting started with crossfit, or fitness in general. read more

Love this place so much. I'm a brand new Crossfitter at 50+ and always feel completely supported and encouraged and welcomed even as the slowest, weakest person in the room. I've always been in reasonable shape, but in the last few years my fitness started dropping off. In the 5 months I've been at Grassroots, my fitness has snapped back, and I'm getting stronger than I've been in years. So excited to see where this takes me. The trainers are skilled, careful, and supportive. And there are a lot of cute dogs who come. What more could you ask for? read more

I LOVE Grassroots Crossfit! I just started a week ago, and I am already addicted to the workouts and to the community. I did my on-ramp classes one-on-one with Chris Meyer, and he was patient, funny and never made me feel embarrassed when I couldn't quite get certain moves down right away. I have taken classes with Melissa and Chris so far, and they both have so much energy and explain each exercise carefully and thoroughly. I have no doubt the other coaches are just as wonderful. Before each workout, we dynamically stretch and go over in depth each exercise in the workout to ensure everyone is informed and ready before beginning the WOD. I have to admit, as a certified personal trainer myself, I was somewhat scared to do CrossFit because it's a much different challenge than anything I have done, but everyone has been so nice and understanding, and no one is ever judged on their ability level. The clients are just as great as the coaches, and are encouraging to one another during the workouts. Grassroots is exactly what I was looking for in a box and highly recommend it to beginner and elite CrossFitters alike! read more

This box is amazing. Roomy. Centrally located in Berkeley. Most importantly the trainers - Kris and Melissa - are informative and approachable. I use to go to another box (that one will remain nameless). Grassroots Crossfit is head and shoulders better than my old gym (and several other boxes I've been to around the country). One of the main reasons why I like this box is the simple fact that I feel like I can fail. Believe me, it's important. Also, Kris and Melissa provide encouragement to all athletes. You don't have to deadlift 500 lbs or post a sub 3 minute to get their attention. Go check it out your body will hate you then love you for it. read more

Hit the 6 month mark at GRCF and had to leave an ecstatic review. I have tried a couple other affiliates now and none have been as good as Kris and Melissa. Facilities - At some gyms it can feel claustrophobic or at worse dangerous doing workouts where there is not enough space or your running on streets and inhaling car fumes. GRCF never feels too crowded and you run in neighborhood streets. Also now that they have recently purchased assault bikes (unfortunately) I don't think there is a single exercise you can't do. Programming - I really appreciate the emphasis on warming up, stretching, using cross-over symmetry, and other preventative techniques that they make sure to include before every workout. Also the workouts themselves seem to be very mindfully programmed to not overuse body parts daily. Coaching - All of the coaches are attentive and critical of your form in every exercise. They are so good at this that the explanations of every movement can feel redundant but it's important for injury prevention and always appreciated. Sometimes I wonder if they get tired of coaching so well the same movements and 6 months in with no change you can just see that it's their passion. Culture - Crossfitters in general must balance a fine line between healthy exercise and over exertion causing injury. Grassroots Crossfit helps you balance this line really well. The coaches push you to work hard, but NOT in a way that you feel pressured to over exert yourself. I've experienced this pressure at other gyms and it is simply dangerous. I think their emphasis on proper form really enables them to keep a good balance. Also while Crossfit is an expensive sport GRCF has the lowest prices of all of the gyms I've been to ($130/month for a 6 month prepay) compared to $200+ at most gyms. If you're going to do crossfit, do it at GRCF. Some critique to not be too positive. The bathroom lights are outside of the room of the bathroom which confused me for the longest time. read more

I was searching for a Crossfit gym which had evening hours, walking distant from BART and reasonably priced. Grassroots hit all 3 and then some. The trainers here are all super friendly and helpful... they really pay attention to your form and make sure you are doing it correctly every time. Never condescending, never make you feel bad about asking questions or not getting the moves down the first, second, even third time. Additionally, there is a goal board to write your goal on, so I did. Then I got a personalized email from my trainer with a plan on how to achieve it and what we will work on to get there! How awesome :). The other members of the gym are unbelievably friendly and not over intimidating at all which I have felt at other Crossfit gyms. No matter what you level is, it is welcomed here and challenging yourself is gently encouraged and highly rewarded. This gym is legit, I am hooked. read more

Grassroots Crossfit gym owners Kris and Melissa are exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Truly. These are genuinely nice people. No need to be intimidated if you are new to the area, new to the workouts, or not a star athlete. They are equally supportive of newer crossfitters as well as the most advanced athletes at their gym -and there are plenty of amazingly talented men and women at Grassroots. I will simply state that I agree with all of the positive reviews below and will add one more point to consider: CLASS SCHEDULE. Grassroots offers the best schedule that I've seen in the bay area for Crossfit -meaning they are running classes all of the time, every day of the week. If you tend to show up to workouts somewhat randomly, get stuck in traffic, or have a variable schedule, Grassroots likely has a class starting right when you need it. The huge number of classes offered has made all the difference for me since all three of those descriptions apply to me. On most days, the first class begins at 5:30 a.m. and the last one ends at 8:00 p.m. with around eleven classes total offered throughout the day. Eleven! They have classes on the weekends. They have open gym hours. They have specialized classes (kettlebell, barbell WOD, gymnastics, mobility, yoga, olympic weightlifting -subject to frequent tweaking and rotation). I wholeheartedly recommend their community WODs offered Saturday mornings to get a sense of the place. If Crossfit is your thing or you think it might be, give them a try. read more

My new Crossfit home. Since starting Crossfit, I was very fortunate to begin at a reputable and excellent box at Crossfit Milpitas. When I decided to move to Berkeley, I was slightly nervous about coming out of my comfort zone and finding a new gym. As much as there are good gyms out there, there are some bad ones that unfortunately exist. Luckily, I found Grassroots. When I did my touring of local boxes, Grassroots really sold me on their community and closeness of its members. I first met Kris and we talked about each other's backgrounds in Crossfit and I could tell this guy knew his shit. I told him that I was coming back from a serious shoulder surgery and he completely understood the importance of safety and rehab within the standards of Crossfit. He encouraged me to work on coming back at full strength. I've been going here for about 9(?) months now and I love it. The quality of programming is high as every month or so there is a new focus and the WODs and skill work will gear towards that focus to help participating members improve their athletic abilities. All the coaches are great people and are very knowledgeable. They are always willing to help and correct movements before, during, and sometimes after the workout. I've also made some awesome Crossfit friends of different skill levels that don't have any kind of "elitist" attitude. I highly recommend this gym, and they also have a great community class that is free and open to the public on Saturday mornings. So come check it out! read more

Love the coaches and community. They offer classes all day long, more than most Crossfit gyms and welcome all ages and skill levels. I've been coming here regularly for 5 years. I love my Crossfit family! read more

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This is a phenomenal CrossFit box. While they have a wide range of quality equipment (all your standard lifting rigs, rowers, assault bikes, medicine balls, kettlebells, ropes, rings, benches, etc., mobility gear), the real value is in the coaching. I had the opportunity to learn from 5 different coaches while I was at GRCF and each one was supportive and knowledgeable. Kris and Melissa (owners) and Patrick in particular were really good at explaining what muscles you're working with each movement from warm-up to WOD to accessory work (assuming you can still stand after the WOD). The community here is also really great - because of the location right near downtown Berkeley, you get a pretty diverse crowd. I remember being surprised my first few classes when I consistently saw young twenty-somethings, folks in their forties, 60+ cross fitters, and families (with babies!) working out together. Strong recommend for anyone looking to drop-in or join. read more

GRCF has been my new workout location for half a year, and so far I can say that I am 100% satisfied with it. I transferred from the Crossfit box on UC Berkeley's campus to here. Due to the lack of equipments/space from my old box, I started at GRCF without knowing how to do some basic crossfit movements, including kipping pull-ups and rope climbs. But all the coaches are super nice and give clear instructions, and I have grasped the movements in a short period of time. Kudos to all the brilliant coaches here! By the way, the mobility classes are really informative too. All the people who train here are super nice and not intimidating at all. Plus, who wouldn't wanna work out with those two adorable gym puppies? read more

Kris Bates rocks! I have been attending Grassroots Crossfit since September 2015 and have been impressed with the quality coaching by Kris Bates (owner) and his staff starting with On-Ramp Program. As a novice never engaging in Crossfit before, Kris broke down in 8 sessions the basic movements of Crossfit ensuring that even an uncoordinated individual like myself (I failed TRX in the past miserably) would be able to engage in the exercises and remain safe while doing so. Once starting Crossfit after the On-Ramp, the staff takes the time to go over the proper form and offers feedback in a positive constructive matter during the workout. These short tweaks make a significant difference and have allowed myself to grow exponentially in strength since starting. Never once, I have felt intimidated nor belittled from any member of the staff - even though my workout skills leave a lot to be desired compared to the seasoned veterans. Overall, this box rocks! read more

Dropped in here today and Patrick ran a great class. Stayed on time and was very welcoming to us drop in's. Bear the gym dog was the sweetest and we were so happy to spend part of our morning petting him. There was adequate equipment and space and we got a good work out in. Would recommend to travelers. read more

I dropped into this gym to workout with my friend. The owner was really nice and very professional. They had multiple evening classes on a Friday evening which was nice. The equipment was all top notch. Bathroom was very clean and spacious since I had a huge stroller with my 3 month old infant. It was overall a very positive and fun atmosphere. All the members were really friendly. There was a variety of fitness levels and the coaches seemed to cater to everyone evenly. My friend has been at this gym for almost a year and she's very pleased with the professionalism of the owner and staff. read more

I visited the Bay Area last month for work, and spent about a week doing wod's at Grassroots Crossfit. Great box - would recommend it to anyone interested in doing crossfit. The space itself is on a quiet street good for running, it is large, clean, and well equipped, with an outdoor area in the back. The trainers are really impressive - very friendly and welcoming (I met Chris, Kris and Melissa) and very good at teaching all the fine technical details as well as providing lots of tough love through the workouts. If you're in Berkeley, you can't go wrong with Grassroots Crossfit. I did try twice going to Berkeley Crossfit when I first got to the Bay Area. On both occasions there was a locked gate in front of the box, and sign saying that if you were interested in trying it out, then please email. It was a bit unusual and not too welcoming, because the box was clearly open, and people were working out inside. read more

Having started Crossfit about 5 months ago, I realized that I needed more bang for my buck. A friend of mine who got me started in Crossfit, told me about Grassroots Crossfit. I checked them out and immediately knew this is where I needed to stop on my next leg of my journey. It is not crowed, I get the enouragement and the critical feedback I need to continue getting stronger and there is no eliteness atmosphere at all. It truly has the Berkeley grassroots feeling. Both Melissa and Kris are very accommadating and friendly which will truly feel you are getting the best personalized customer service that you deserve. I highly reccommend it and the price is right as well. read more

Good fortune led me to this gym. I have been in the market for a crossfit gym nearer to me. I was prepared to love the gym just for the reason that it's an easy bike ride away. So it's a really luck thing for me that it's also maybe my favorite of the eight other crossfit gyms I've visited. Go check it out! read more

Best CrossFit in the bay. Love the coaches and the owners, they are all super qualified and make sure you don't get hurt. The 1 month on ramp is key if you're new. It took several months to get use to the workouts but staying consistent I've been seeing great results. read more

Love this crossfit! Friendly atmosphere, fun workouts, great trainers!

I have been a member of Crossfit East Bay and Crossfit Oakland and, although they are both good gyms, I think the Grassroots Crossfit is the best buy for the money. Crossfit Oakland offers top-notch, proven trainers and very good programing, but it is stupidly expensive (especially given their limited class hours). Crossfit East Bay was the cheapest by a long shot and has a good class schedule, but the facilities (at the Touchstone Gym) tended to be very crowded and I found the programming to be idiosyncratic. Although Grassroots Crossfit is new, and thus it's trainers have yet to establish much of a track record, I have found the instruction to be excellent, the programming really smart and fun, and have a had a great experience thus far. I am now healthier and more motivated than when I started there and feel excited to keep working out. It's not the cheapest gym, but not the most expensive either. I have had an excellent experience. read more

I love Grassroots Crossfit! I started Crossfit for the first time here in November, and I could not have asked for a better experience. The workouts are tough, but they are always changing and are never boring- and they always end up being fun- mostly because of the great environment, with Melissa, Kris, and Chris, that are all amazing trainers and the supportive group of people you get to workout with. I just moved to Berkeley in August, 2012 and as a new person to this city and Crossfit in general, I am SO happy that I started coming here-now, I am completely obsessed. I love it and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a new and fun way to work out and wants to really see changes in your body. Basically- this place is the best :) :) read more

As a complete beginner, now having done CrossFit for two weeks, I highly recommend Grassroots CrossFit. The trainers, Melissa and Kris, are wonderful, taking the time to explain the movements in each workout, and then keeping a keen eye on your form. There has been an emphasis on my learning how to it right, before pushing for bigger weights (though there is ample of that, too!). I can't say enough about how great this place is. read more

This is an EXCELLENT CrossFit box in every way. The box is spacious and pleasant to be in, the equipment is new, the workouts are challenging (but fun and engaging), the people are welcoming, and most importantly - the instruction is of the highest quality. Before the workouts, each movement is explained, demonstrated, and practiced, and the coaches take the time and care to (kindly) correct your form or help you find an alternate movement, if necessary. The warm ups, stretching, and mobility exercises are all geared towards ensuring that you are prepared for the workout to follow. On top of it all, the price is the best I have seen for a box - especially one that gives so much one-on-one attention! Ill be back. And back. And back! read more

Came in for one of their Saturday Community Classes while my girlfriend was busy with an event at UCB. I haven't been to a CF class in awhile but this place was so homey and welcoming! I was able to jump right back into it but I loved watching the coach (I didn't catch their name) be really thorough with those who had never done it before. This box really is a great one and I highly recommend it to anyone! read more

Wonderful Crossfit gym. Kris is a super knowledgeable and effective coach. I travel constantly and crossfit all over - this place is among the best. Super welcoming, great workouts, very supportive and constructive coaching (even for a drop-in/visitor). Well-equipped facility and lots of interesting components in workouts you don't see as often (i.e. ropeclimbs, sandbags) - also easy parking so that's a plus. And lots of workout times. Will definitely come back whenever I'm in the Bay Area! read more

The is such a great gym. The instructors are super knowledgeable, classes are the perfect size, and just about everyone who goes to them are pretty down to earth. The owners, Melissa and Kris, go above and beyond to make the community inviting and meet their clienteles' needs. read more

I love crossfit grassroots. Everyone is very friendly and the trainers know what they are doing. They make sure you are doing all of the movements correctly while being courteous and compassionate. read more

I've been doing Crossfit for 6 years, have taken classes at 5 different affiliates, and I can confidently say there is nowhere like Grassroots! The coaches are the best I've had, the community is fun, encouraging, and supportive of athletes at all levels, and the facility is great. Coaching: Melissa and Kris (owners) really know what they're talking about, and are always looking for ways to improve. Melissa is a former teacher, and you can really tell she and Kris put a lot of thought into programming and instruction. All the bases are covered: barbell lifting, gymnastics, mobility, metabolic conditioning, etc. I always feel safe in workouts, and know that if I'm doing something wrong, the coaches will help me correct my technique and/or scale the workout as needed. Community: This gym is such a wonderful family (complete with puppies of all shapes and sizes)! There are always fun events to look forward to (including Nutrition Challenges, monthly PR raffles, BBQs and parties, and casual Crossfit competitions), and I've been so impressed with the support everyone provides one another. I recently competed in a local weightlifting meet, and was pleasantly surprised when 5 of my GRCF teammates showed up to cheer me on! Facilities: Spacious, clean facilities - two restrooms, 1 shower, lots of natural light and an outdoor workout area, some strongman equipment, and all the Crossfit basics. I love this gym!! Been coming here for 4 years now and I'm hoping I'll never have to move! read more

Grassroots Crossfit is my fav place in Berkeley! Good vibes and amazing coaches make me feel ease, though I'm totally new to Crossfit. I have private on ramp classes with Chris S, and he's da best!!! read more