Q. Do I need experience or some minimum level of fitness?
A. No. Our workouts and exercises scale to any level.
Q. I have/had an injury. Can I still do CrossFit?
A. Many people have successfully used CrossFit to rehabilitate from minor injuries. Because people continue to move, work, and play in the real world regardless of injury history, we believe the best route to long-term health is to learn perfect form on functional movements, then to slowly build strength in those movements, rather than to avoid them altogether. At the same time, our instructors are always happy to work with you to scale and substitute exercises, to tailor workouts to your abilities. That said, we cannot offer you specific medical advice, and advise that you consult your physician before starting this (or any other) exercise program.
Q. How do I start?
A. Come on down for a taste of CrossFit workouts and see if CFEV might be a good fit for you.
Q. Is there a free beginners’ class?
A. Yes. Call, email, or just come down and talk to us about scheduling a free beginners’ class to see if CrossFit is what you’re looking for. Click this link to find out more.
Q. CFEV looks great, how do I join as a member?
A. First you must complete the three Foundations Class series.
Q. Do you guys have any kind of a free workout when I could come in and try it out?
A. Yes! Just give us a call or stop by and we can schedule a time and let you see for yourself what CrossFit is all about.
Q. I’m really fit and would like to skip the Foundations Classes and come to the Workout of the Day (WOD) class, can I do that?
A. Yes and No. There are no drop-ins to the WOD classes until you complete either our Foundations Class series or test out with a trainer before being allowed to take WOD classes. Additionally, once you become a member you will have access to open use of the gym any time from 6am to 9pm as long as you don’t interfere with the WOD classes.
Q. Will CrossFit make me bulky?
A. Only if you want it to. At CFEV we can craft your workouts to whatever your fitness goals may be. This means that regardless of the type of body you are striving for, we can help you work towards it.
Q. I’m just visiting San Diego, but I’ve been CrossFitting for so long that I do kipping pullups in my sleep. Can I please come to a WOD class?
A. We welcome CrossFitters from all over the world. Just stop in and one of our trainers will have you working out in no time.
Q. I just relocated to San Diego, but I’ve been CrossFitting so long that I named my kids “Fran” and “Helen”. Can I please come to a WOD class?
A. See above.
Q. How much do the Foundations Classes cost?
A. 3 sessions for $150. Unlimited Workout of the Day classes and unlimited open gym use begins immediately upon successful completion of the Foundations Classes.
Q. What does the Foundations Class series cover?
A. The basics movements of CrossFit that are fundamental to nearly all workouts. They include the slow lifts: Squat, Front-Squat, Over Head Squat, Shoulder Press, Push Press Deadlift and more.
Q. Why do the Foundations Class series cost so much?
A. We limit the class size to no more than 5 people. However, 99% of the time we teach Foundations on a one on one basis. Each class is taught by a CrossFit certified coach. A similar workshop covering similar material would cost you $300-$500 for one day and you would not get nearly the same level of attention.
Q. What if I can’t fit one of the Foundations Classes into my schedule? Do you do Private Foundations Classes?
A. Absolutely. Email us at info@crossfiteastvillage.com for more info or to set something up.
Q. What if I don’t want to join CrossFit East Village but would prefer to strictly work with one of your trainers one-on-one?
A. If you want to work out at CrossFit East Village then you must be a member, which also means you must go through the Foundations Class series. After completing these classes you are cleared to train with the WOD classes, take advantage of the unlimited open gym, or work with one of our trainers one-on-one depending on what you set up with them.
Q. Do you take credit cards, cash, and personal checks?
A. We accept cash, MasterCard, Visa and American Express.
Q. Can I have a receipt?
A. Yes you can – printed, emailed or both.
Q. How much is a membership?
A. Once you have successfully completed our Foundations Classes, you can become a regular member. We charge $75/month for unlimited classes and unlimited open gym, 7 days a week. Further, if you’d rather pay a drop-in fee instead of become a member, classes are $15 each. We also offer weekly memberships for $45.
Q. Do you offer discounted membership to full-time students, active military, police officers, and firefighters?
A. No. We keep all of our pricing low which means that everybody gets the same significantly less expensive rate than anywhere else around town.
Q. Do you sell t-shirts?
A. Yes! Stop in and buy one today.
Q. Do you have showers?
A. Yes we do! We also have six private changing rooms.
Q. Can I just come to CFEV and work out on my own?
A. Yes you can. We offer open gym from 6am to 9pm for members who have completed their Foundations Classes as well as offering classes and one-on-one sessions, where people work out under trainer supervision, as it yields better, safer, and faster results than having people simply use the facility by themselves.
Q. Do you guys have Yoga?
A. No. Unfortunately we had to stop offering yoga due to remodeling. We intend to incorporate a mobility class in the very near future in order to better suit our members.
