Carozza Fitness — Local services in Stamford

I walked into Carozza Fitness gym around a year ago. CrossFit was always something I wanted to try/learn but was never sure I'm capable and if I would fit in. Since the first class, I received loads of help, advices, encouragement and motivation not only from the couches but also community. Never once, I felt intimidated or discoursed by anyone at the gym, the vibe and sense of community made me in fact extremely motivated and kicked me to try harder and face my own fears. It quickly became my to go place and I must say singing up and committing for one year membership was one of the most rewarding decisions I have made. CF improved my fitness ability, physical shape, confidence and made me feel better In my own body than ever before. It also thought me discipline, determination and patience, that had huge impact in different parts of my everyday life, not only fitness. I couldn't say enough amazing things about the couches. Michael, Ryan, Danielle and Kate are extremely knowledgeable and devoted, their determination, attitude and willingness to help and push us to do better inspires me every day. Before I signed up to Carozza I was under impression CrossFit is only for certain people that like lifting weights, now I'm definitely convinced crossfit is for everyone regardless of age or fitness ability. The schedule is extensive, there is variety of classes offered at different times to accommodate everyone's needs. Singing up/reserving process is professional and easy. The gym is very well equipped located in huge warehouse where social distancing and personal space is never a problem, gym is always spotless clean. Definitely the place to be...

I will be completely honest. I bought a Carozza Fitness Groupon out of sheer curiosity. Let’s face it. People that do crossfit, love telling people that they do crossfit. So after maybe the 50th time of hearing how great it was from a friend, I bought one. I have always loved cardio, so going into my first crossfit class, I was apprehensive to say the least. The workout was different from anything I had ever done before. And while I was completely intimidated during the hour long class, people were friendly. Mike, the owner, was helpful and patient. I left the class still unsure about whether this was something I could get into. I thanked Mike, and explained to him that I didn’t think it was for me. I didn’t have the body type for crossfit, and didn’t want to get huge muscles like the pictures I had seen. He laughed and told me I should come a few times a week, and give it another chance, and that people with all different body types do crossfit. I’m glad I took his advice, because he was right. As a fitness misfit, I can say wholeheartedly that for me personally, I have seen better results than any other workout I have ever done. I have been there for a year and a half and feel stronger than ever. I have struggled with an unhealthy body image for most of my life, and while I am so happy with the physical changes in my body from the crossfit program, I’m most proud of the confidence I have gained from it. I can’t say enough great things about Carozza Fitness. People are friendly, the coaches are helpful and accommodating, and once you get over the fear of trying something new, it’s...

Carozza Fitness / Crossfit Rippowam is the best gym ('scuse me, box) around. Some crossfit gyms have limited class times or focus too much on one sort of class. Not Carozza. There are crossfit classes, Just Results (same movements, lighter weights, higher reps, typically longer), Just results ROW (add in C2 row ergs), yoga, and mobility. There are also plenty of cardio machines, and there's lots of time for open hours if you want to do your own thing. Coaches are all fantastic--Mike, Danielle, Dan, Dave (there are others, but those are the ones for the classes I go to)--they're very focused on proper form and pushing you to do a little bit more than you think you can. The facility is great--big, open floor, locker rooms, lounge area. You can get Kettlebell Kitchen meals delivered there. On top of all that, Mike is always interested in helping in the community. I brought my Cub Scouts to CF one day to do a badge on fitness. While other scouts were doing some outdated compilation of situps and pushups, our boys were doing a 7 minute AMRAP WOD, complete with burpees and sled pushes. I asked for a donation for my other son's high school rugby team fundraiser, and Mike didn't flinch. I asked, and he's putting together a class for my older son's Boy Scout group who will be training for a 100 mile backpacking trip in New Mexico next summer. You can't ask for better customer service. The rates for this gym are definitely fair--perhaps even a bit lower than other crossfit gyms (I have the annual membership, which brings the monthly cost well below other gyms in the area). Come on in, you...