Big Guava Athletics — Local services in Tampa

Can’t say enough great things about this gym, the owners and the community they’re building! I’m not from the area, but dropped in for three days straight while visiting with family in Tampa. Would 10/10 recommend this gym to drop ins, locals, new crossfitters, pros and everyone in between!

While I was here, I had the opportunity to attend three CrossFit classes, a barbell class and a redline class. These owners/coaches know their stuff. There wasn’t a single class I attended where there wasn’t AT LEAST two coaches, if not three or four present. The first day that I arrived, coach Thomas showed me around the gym (which is well kept, clean and very well organized, by the way), and signing up as a drop in online was beyond simple. I attended the 730 class this time and there were only four others in the class. All other classes that I attended were MUCH larger but the quality of coaching didn’t suffer in the least. Classes run smoothly and coaches keep everyone moving and ensure that the whole class knows where to be and what to do before the workout begins.

I’ve been doing CrossFit for about a year now and this was the first gym that I’ve just dropped in at! I had originally planned on checking out multiple gyms in the area but I stumbled upon Crossfit Big Guava and decided not to go anywhere else! Coaches Darren, Kate, Kristin and Tomas were friendly, personable and knowledgeable! Made me feel...

I put off trying Crossfit for literally years because I felt too intimidated by what I had heard about it. I was worried about being injured, worried about being too out of shape, worried I wouldn't fit into the expectations, etc... You name it- I felt insecure about it with Crossfit! Lots of folks referred me to Big Guava and I am so grateful! Their launch pad is fantastic to get people acclimated to the gym and culture. I felt like every single coach was truly invested in making sure everyone felt welcome, challenged in the most positive way, and most importantly to me- wanted to be sure no one got hurt. I appreciate how different all of the coaches are and how they all bring some different dynamics and backgrounds to the table. The gym is cleaner than most I have been in and the owners and staff go above and beyond to be sure athletes are cared for. Cleaning supplies, cold towels, sweat towels, stocked bathrooms, etc... really add an extra touch that isn't unnoticed. In 6 months I have seen them grow, change and adapt and keep pushing themselves to be better as a gym. Its the same thing I see as an athlete from the coaching so it makes total sense! They will just keep raising the bar to do better. Overall I am glad I stepped out of my comfort zone and joined this community- it has been more...

If there was a way to give this gym more than five stars I would. I recently moved to Tampa and tried out a few gyms in the area before I ended up at my new home-Big Guava. The moment I stepped foot in this gym, I was instantly given such a warm welcome. The owners took the time to give me a tour and explain how they operate. All the owners/coaches are very concentrated on proper technique and form and they are incredibly supportive of every person no matter where they are in their physical journey. They really push you to be the best athlete you can be. They really take the time to get to know their members and are so invested in the community. Being new to the area, it was so important to find a gym that really fostered the sense of family and community and Big Guava does that and much more. Every member is special but yet bonded by their same love for CrossFit and the community. They consistently ask for feedback and find ways to make the gym better for its members. Not only has Crossfit Big Guava pushed me to get better and encouraged me the times I didn’t think I could, they have truly given me a home away from home. I LOVE MY CFBG FAMILY! ( Cant forget they have one of the coolest names in...