Diablo CrossFit — Local services in Pleasant Hill

I came here this morning and I won't be back. This is not in regards to the workout, because we didn't even make it that far... I'll get to that. To be clear I don't have "crossfit experience." however I workout 4+ times a week. I read the door when I walked in to the gym "Leave your ego at the door" and give it my all.

My brother, who has done cross fit for years, was visiting from out of town. He has been trying to get me into trying a cross fit class in hopes of kicking my fit up a notch level. We checked out the website before attending, we originally hoped to make the 9 am class, however had to move it to 10 am, and my brother missed that the 10 am class REQUIRED CROSSFIT EXPERIENCE. He read me the "gymnastic workout" as we were on the way there and there was nothing I haven't done before, just not at a crossfit gym. I wasn't pumped about the pull ups but figured I would modify to my comfort level while still pushing myself.

This is where my distaste for this place begins. They were more than happy to have us fill out paper work and sign off responsibility and review the cost of a drop in fee with us. As class is beginning, the women who had us fill out paper work, asked if I have ever done cross fit before.. and then preceded to tell us I can't do the class without experience. My brother chimed in "this is a gymnastic workout and she can modify." Her reply was "they want you to have experience." She then preceded to first ask the coach from the previous class if I could stay... then moved on to the coach of the class that was about to begin, which then told her to ask someone I am guessing is the manager/owner of some sorts who told me directly I could not stay. So why was this not brought to our attention when we discussed paper work and drop in fees? Why did we need to ask 3 people if I could stay? Why are we not leaving egos at the door and letting a new comer to cross fit a chance to work out and leave the gym better than when I walked in. ISN"T THAT WHAT LEAVING EGO AT THE DOOR MEANS???

A review of their instagram today showed a gentleman that was attending the SAME class I was attempting to join. The caption reads: "Vince started his journey 6 short weeks ago barely able to get through a very limited warm-up. And, with only 2-3 sessions per week and gradual progressions, he nailed it today. His scaled version of the workout put him in the middle of the pack for rounds and reps. @crossfit is truly amazing and is transforming the life, health and fitness of this 48yo husband and father." Leaving me to question why I couldn't stay a do a "scaled version" myself?

Long story short we went to another crossfit in walnut creek for today's workout and loved it. If you are going to preach leaving egos at the door I suggest you make EVERY class about pushing oneself with the sentiment that no matter what your starting point may be, that's its not about where you finish but that you finish. My issue with this place is that you didn't even...

A few years ago, my then-fiancee and I were looking to shed a few pounds before our wedding. We'd been going to a typical gym (ClubSport), but felt we weren't getting the results we wanted. Plus, it was the kind of gym I never felt at home in -- people doing curls in the squat rack, olympic lifts disallowed, most people tuned out watching TV while not pushing their bodies to improve. The typical gym atmosphere.

I'd heard about CrossFit, but didn't know if it was more than a fad. When we took a tour of DCF, I felt like I'd found my personal fitness Nirvana. Finally, a place where olympic lifting was considered normal!

If you haven't considered CrossFit, I would highly recommend it. It works, and it's fun! My wife didn't do heavy weightlifting in high school/college like I did, but she's a convert. It feels very satisfying to pick up heavy things -- heavier than you could before! The 1-hour format of the classes is a great way to get better-than-personal-trainer results for far less money.

If you want to do CrossFit, DCF is the best place around to do it. First of all, they're one of the biggest CrossFit boxes around, which means more classes to fit your schedule. And when you want to do your own thing, there's plenty of room and equipment.

The coaches are friendly and accommodating of people with different fitness levels -- no matter how fit you are, you can get fitter and stronger here.

Finally, Craig, the owner (former CrossFit Games winner in the Master's category) talks about wanting DCF to be a real community, and it is. There are a number of events and special classes outside the normal routine, but people also seem to bond and form friendships here to a...

BEST GYM IN THE BAY AREA! I was always skeptical of CrossFit community. I always said "I don't wanna lift heavy I'm gonna look bulky! I don't wanna flip tire and climb ropes - crazy no way I refuse to be part of this cult!" Then my whole perception changed. My boyfriend, fiancé now asked me to sign up for a month and really give it my best. He has been part of Diablo family for 10 + years and he always rave about the gym so I said why not? Deal was if I hate it I can go back to my tradition gym workouts and do my own thing. First class we took was pretty challenging (power cleans & toes to bar) but coach Corey helped me by scaling the workout & helped with techniques . It's little daunting when you are trying something new but ALL Diablo coach are amazing at they do and they helped me through each class. I think by day 3 I was hooked. Okay maybe even day 1. I found myself wanting to get better and stronger. I found inner peace and balance by not focusing on physically appearance but to focus on strength, mobility, and improving my overall health/fitness goals. I often find myself pushing myself to do better since I'm competitive by nature. Also everyone encourage others to finish strong and I love the community aspect vs working out alone now. So if you are hesitant and wanting to try something new, give Diablo a try! You will...