See what our awesome members and friends say about us.
(Or have your own say!)
Why did you start doing CrossFit rather then chose to stay or join a normal commercial gym?
"When i first saw a CrossFit class, I was shocked and impressed by how fit everybody was - obviously CrossFit works. I had worked out in a regular gym for about 2 years prior to trying CrossFit but it wasn't very effective as it had become a chore for me just doing the same program over and over again. I had so much fun in my first CrossFit class I realised I could never go back to the old conventional gym."
"Crossfit is a way of becoming better at life and bettering yourself in mentally and physically. I am able to become more flexible and combined with strength training I am seeing good results”
– Tom Galea
“I have tried multiple gyms but seem to loose interest after a few months. Some programs were very monotonous and others gave you no support.
I had never heard of CrossFit until recently. I’ve always liked the idea of lifting weight so I thought I’d give it a go”
– Carolyn Lahner
What attracted you to CrossFit?
“I really like not having to think about what I need to train, I just rock-up and get stuck into the programmed WOD. Every day is different and varied so there is no chance of getting bored. Because of this, I have stuck with it and have made massive progress since I first started nearly a year ago.”
– Anthony Rothagnol
Why did you Join Arete CrossFit specifically?
“I did try another CrossFit box for a month, and I can say that Arete is MUCH more inviting and all inclusive. Arete should hang onto that! It’s pretty special to have packed out classes full of people of all differing levels of fitness, age and life experience. Having a small coaching staff contributes I think. You get to know the coaches well and vice versa. Someone always says hi, whether it’s staff or member.”
– Naomi O’Brien
“I love the varying workouts, team environment and friendliness inside the gym. It feels like my second home.”
– Tom Galea
“Arete CrossFit is such a great place to be all the time. The sense of community, sportsmanship, encouragement and support we all give to each other is amazing!”
– Anthony Rathagnol
“The coaching is first-class, there are always events to look forward to if you want to test yourself and the community is amazing. Arete CrossFit has made working out and bettering myself something I look forward to everyday.”
– Anthony Rothagnal
“Every day is different, even mornings and afternoons so if I’m feeling energetic I can go twice!
The coaches. They always have time for you and they are constantly checking everyone whether they have been doing it for years or are just beginning to make sure they are doing the exercise correctly. They can explain very clearly how to change technique and why.
The coaches and other members are very supportive of each other. It makes it easier to strive to do better.
I don’t feel judged for how I look, what I wear or how slow I am
Every body is there to work but the atmosphere makes training fun
And I LOVE that there are no mirrors”
– Carolyn Lahner
What would you say to someone who is thinking of joining Arete CrossFit but may think they are not ready or capable of doing CrossFit?
“CrossFit is for anyone, there are a range of fitness, age and ability levels at Arete CrossFit. Everyone works to their own level and the coach will always help you adjust the work out for you. I’m always adjusting workouts to suit me...”
– Naomi O’Brien
“CrossFit will make you fit - don't you worry about that! There are scaling options (both movement standards and loading) which the coaches will help you with to ensure that you get the most out of each workout.”
– Anthony Rothagnal
“OMG, I would say go for it, I didn’t think I was Capable of doing half of what I’m doing and I constantly want to get better. I thought I was to old, too unfit but I started and that’s all they need to do, just start.
It is great for your mental health, not just physical health and the coaches are fantastic. They never make you feel stupid, they just encourage you every day to try and be a better version of yourself.”
– Carolyn Lahner
“The coaching is first-class, there are always events to look forward to if you want to test yourself and the community is amazing. Arete CrossFit has made working out and bettering myself something I look forward to everyday.”
– Anthony Rothagnal
“Every day is different, even mornings and afternoons so if I’m feeling energetic I can go twice!
The coaches. They always have time for you and they are constantly checking everyone whether they have been doing it for years or are just beginning to make sure they are doing the exercise correctly. They can explain very clearly how to change technique and why.
The coaches and other members are very supportive of each other. It makes it easier to strive to do better.
I don’t feel judged for how I look, what I wear or how slow I am
Every body is there to work but the atmosphere makes training fun
And I LOVE that there are no mirrors”
– Carolyn Lahner
