CrossFit Ares

Workout was tough but the coach was pretty cute!

I worked out at John’s gym previously and was coached by him consistently about 2 years ago. Today I attended a class coached by him and the growth he has shown as a coach is staggering. He was always a good coach but he’s a great coach now. 10/10

Coach Katie is the best! She brings the energy and fun to every class she coaches! She breaks down movements very well so that everyone on class has proper form and can properly scale for the movements of the day. She is extremely supportive and helpful as well!

She does a great job and has a different voice while coaching than others in a good way. She understands my limitations but sees my effort and praises it.

First class after the 1:1 sessions. Kristin did a great job checking in on me and helping me modify. I look forward to all classes with her

I am very happy with the results of going heavier and always feeling better and happier at the end of class Good job Nick

Today was my first group class and it happened to be a partner workout! I started out dazed, nervous, clueless, and conscious. I think coach Kyle could tell because he jumped right in to help me every step of the way. He explained the form, fixed mine, and appreciated when I did well. I'll admit i was feeling embarrassed about not being as capable as others and being given lesser reps and weight. But... it was super challenging regardless. Finally, coach Kyle listened to me patiently when I told him how I felt and assured me that it's part of the process!

So good at noticing small things that need to change to improve your movement and workout.

Nick is great! He knows how to motivate and keep everyone engaged at their own level. Class is fun! I’m so happy to be in Legends with Nick. I feel energized and positive!

Kristin is great! Takes the time to explain things thoroughly and pays close attention to form throughout class even in a group setting.

Great class. It was my first class going for a PR on squat. I suppose this review is really for Eric as he was my lifting partner during the squat portion. He gave great pointed feedback on form as well as help me understand when and how to receive spot support.

Kyle develops a strength and conditioning plan specific to your needs and goals. If you want to be stronger and more agile for a specific sport, he will develop a plan that challenges and progresses over time. If you have a chronic ailment and/or a nagging issue he can ensure you continue to strive towards your goals while working around and through your issues. Secondly, he is physically there always focused on your movements to ensure you do them properly

Love her focus on form and clear instructions as we lead up to our main workout. And very much appreciate the pointers along the way, as well as the encouragements. I always feel like Kristin has my back - and I need all the help I can get. Thank you for the excellent guidance and coaching.

Lifting focused class with coach Nick tonight - cleans and jerks. When it comes to lifting movements, there is no one better than coach Nick. Always look forward to his coaching queues!

I love how comfortable I feel in Nick's class. He's always moving around making sure your form is correct and encouraging each person.

Today’s workout was awesome! Nick had a bunch of options for modifying the workout, which was really helpful. Always a good time being in Nick’s class!

I appreciate how Kyle provides modification options as part of the workout instruction to the entire class, even though we all know it's really mostly for me. This makes it easier to feel like part of the group.

First off today’s class was unbelievably helpful coming from someone who has struggled to get double unders and rarely feels confident just throwing them in a high volume workout! Kyle did a great job of demonstrating every level and clearly stating how things could be modified for ability and flexibility (I’m never getting straight leg v-ups). Great class!

Really liked today’s session — it was hard though it looked simple . The mix of push ups and running was exhausting . I liked how you help customize the workout based on an individual capability but push to always do more. You kept the energy up the whole time. My legs are dead 😀but I actually had a lot of fun — great class!

Eric is an awesome PT coach! He challenges me to strive for the best version of myself!

Katie’s energy is exactly what I need mid week. It keeps me motivated to get to class after a busy work day. She also gives individual feedback to help improve our form and stays with us to make sure we fully understand and can put that into practice.

Nick really knows his stuff. He’s a great coach with clear cues, awesome energy, and the patience to explain things again when I forget what he just said. Always a fun class!

Great coaching and helpful to me

Katie always has great energy that gets us going. It’s also nice to hear a different play list. Awesome experience. :)

Great class as always.

Kristin has an uncanny ability to motivate her class to push and grow each week, but stay safe and healthy with an eye on the long-game. Excellent workout as always!

Fantastic job coaching today. Higher skilled movements today and coach Kristin covered all levels to be able to do the wod. Would take a class with her again😎

Classes are always awesome, challenging, and rewarding. Every movement gets broken down, warmed up, and built up in practice rounds. Kyle is a great coach!

Great feedback from Katie on my form with a specific movement.

Joihn and all of the coaches are so supportive and encouraging - not just for technique and the particular exercise but for confidence and morale. You don’t feel like you’re being judged, you feel like you’re being supported and encouraged. As a beginner who has not worked out at any level for sometime, it can be daunting, but the team at CFA’s amazing!

Kyle was incredibly welcoming and positive right from me entering. Made me feel like I belonged, gave some great tips, and ran a solid class all around. Will definitely be coming back - in no small part because of the first impression Kyle made.

Great coach, didn’t hesitate to give my sister pointers during her first class.

The class with Kristin was great. She provided instruction and encouragement in the right amount and set the tone for a great class. Her music mix was amazing as well!

Always informative and observant, gives great feedback on movements especially if you are new to them! Highly recommended.

Good coaching

The workouts are so great!!

Always so supportive, helpful, and encouraging! 😀

Today's class was strenuous and challenging. I have a suggestion: For some of the sessions where it's important to watch the timer in order to know what to do next, having the timer visible in the direction we are facing would help. Perhaps we could set up the exercise so we're facing the timer, or find a way to add a timer to the screen we are facing.

I recently joined the Mom’s CrossFit program with Coach Nick and I can’t say enough good things! I hadn’t worked out in 3 years, and this has been such a perfect transition to getting back into shape. Nick is encouraging, knowledgeable, and makes every class approachable yet challenging. I already feel stronger and more motivated, and I’m so grateful to have found this program!

Kyle is an engaging and supportive coach. He demonstrates all of the movements clearly and is always willing to offer suggestions for modifications while still making you feel like a champ!

Classes with Katie are always fun! She always has a ton of energy, which is infectious! She keeps us motivated during the workout… and her music is the best!!!

katie’s the best

She is going to be a really good coach.

Excellent! Nick makes it challenging and fun. Great coach with patience he makes sure you get the most out of your hour. Thank you Nick 😊

Today was a cardio-heavy WOD that focused on endurance -- Kristin did a great job working with me to push me a little out of my comfort zone, but also keep me successful. Thanks, Coach Kristin!

Katie was welcoming and friendly. I was dropping in and appreciated her organization and clear descriptions and demos. She led a great warm up that got us ready for the WOD too. Thanks Katie!

This was a Great intro class, Nick was super welcoming and made everyone feel comfortable with modifications. He was super clear with his instructions! I like that he gave options to scale up or down the workout based on everyone’s fitness and preferences . Also I liked having the clock /timer super visible and the workout posted on the screen so we knew what was coming next.

Katie is energetic, friendly and makes us feel welcome and supported. I enjoy her classes

Kristin was great today. She explained the workout in detail, made sure each group understood and checked in with everyone. These tactics always make it fun and enjoyable to participate.

Super friendly & welcoming. Provided helpful tips and scaling for me and others while keeping class challenging and fun!

Kristin is a wonderful coach who brings expertise, care and fun to every session.

Great coaching session! Kept the whole class motivated throughout the session!

Stimulus week is tough but Kristin is really good at giving us confidence to do more than we think we can. Great class today.

Class was fast paced and very productive. I enjoy it better that way, I felt that good feeling when you leave the gym after great workout. Loud & Clear!

Today was my favorite class! I loved the small corrections to my form and how encouraging John was to push harder and go up in weight. I left class feeling more confident and proud than ever.

Nick was incredible! He did a great job communicating all of the exercises, giving various options, tending to each person’s needs and keeping a positive energy through the class. I look forward to the next class!

Nick always does great breaking down movements, making sure we know how they work into our WOD. The warm up, instructions, and his attention to helping someone during their workout is always great. Always like having him coach, I always learn something new from him!

Had a great experience, Nick was extremely nice and inviting.

Coach Kristin is the MVP. She genuinely cares. She offers modifications, stretching suggestions and it feels safe to ask. She’s the best. I’m so glad the once a week I get to the gym is with Kristin!

Class was great- good challenge and offered baby friendly options. Nick gives clear direction and helps spot form fixes

Fun class and great movement explanations!

Coach Nick was great! He was watching me when I did the exercises and helped me correct my posture to do them better.

Coach John made modifications for me while my baby cried and allowed me to complete an excellent workout despite that! It was incredible! I never felt judged and he guided me through the entire way! I feel very lucky to have found this gym postpartum!

Kyle was super helpful setting me up for success in my first class.

Loved the strength and emom combo today. Tip on the elbows forward for strict presses really helped!

Always great!

Kristin is awesome! It was a great pacing workout today!

Nick always does great breaking down the exercise to teach us optimum form. Today he monitored how I was doing and made helpful suggestions to complete the workout strong.

It’s a really good gym and a lot of great members. I visited after a few years being away and here is what I realize: 1. The space is still pretty neat and clean with plenty of parking. 2. Coaches are still attentive. 3. Everyone participating in class is honestly trying to build a healthy lifestyle. 4. If you don’t know what to do for a workout, come here and take a class. There is a workout of the day that you get to do with everyone with the supervision of a coach. I am out of shape so it’s great to be with people getting a workout done and wanting better for themself.

Great class as always

very welcoming, not just him but everyone, he made sure to walk around and check on everyone, and I rlly liked that he adjusted the workout for everyone to be able to complete

Always correcting form and looking out for the best of the athlete. Kept us motivated throughout class. Thanks!

Always happy to push and motivate one to finish. Great job at explaining how workouts should be done. For example kettlebell swings coming back down he said to “act like you have a button on your hip and you’re pressing it before you bend back” definitely helped with doing the swing correctly.

Kyle was great. He showed a ton of variations of the workout based on your capabilities. I found it very helpful. Plus is was a good workout.

Big shoutout to Coach Kyle! He helped me dial in my Squat Snatch form today. One thing I really appreciate—he always pays attention to everyone in class, no matter how packed it is. You can tell he genuinely cares about helping each person get better.

Very welcoming for my first class and made sure to keep an eye on my form and how I was doing even in a larger class!

Knowledgeable but patient. Pushes me but finds adaptations when I need them. And an extremely nice guy.

Kristin is amazing!! Always takes time to talk to everyone and make connections. Great instructor obviously love her!! Queen.

Awesome class Nick is the best… great energy and a fabulous playlist to keep the class motivated

Kristin is amazing! I always feel seen working with Kristen. Pre workout and during the workout she is always providing me with adjustments and changes to help my movements. I truly love her coaching style and the support she provides.

He explains very well, he is attentive to everyone, so that we can correctly execute what was taught in class. He is very dedicated to what he does. I really enjoy his classes. Thanks you Nick.

Coach Kristin is always great! Burpee over targets…CrossFit it started here!

Nick is an awesome coach. Todays workout was fun but Nick was so helpful in making sure my movements were correct and efficient.

Kristin is a fantastic trainer and takes the time to progress all movements prior to the workout to make sure everyone is lifting with proper form and technique. She constantly pushes you to improve and gives cues during workouts to make sure you’re getting the most out of every workout.

Very good session today.

Great energy!

John is an excellent coach. Does a great job of breaking down the movements for first timers and is attentive to form and safety of all in the class. He meets you where you are with good modifications to make sure you can complete the workout. John is a good motivator who brings good energy to the class.

Kristin’s positive energy is contagious! The session was challenging, but fun. I loved that she took the time to instruct us on all elements of the work out, and gave excellent modifications and corrections on form to ensure proper form/set a foundation.

Always learning new tips with Coach Kristin. Lea

She was great! Very helpful and nice!

Awesome class. No breaks, she kept our heart rates elevated the whole time. And her encouragement while I was struggling kept me going.

Kristin’s thoughtful approach, skill-based modifications and wonderful sense of humor make the toughest workouts feel possible.

I participated in open gym today. Open gym allows me the flexibility to get in my work out when I can’t make it to class. I was able to follow the workout on the white board and work on some other skills.

Great explanation and demos of exercises as well as providing options for skill level for each exercise. Appreciate the feedback to ensure proper form as well

Classes are challenging and appropriate to fitness level. As a coach he is friendly, approachable and has a positive attitude.

Nick is great at explaining the work out while also demonstrating how to properly perform each move so we can get the most out of the class while also avoiding injuries.

Great class!

The experience at Crossfit Ares is always extremely positive! The coaching staff is always very welcoming and will go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable woth the workouts and movements. All around great experience!

John does a great job of explaining the workout quickly, efficiently but with detail. I like the structure of class (warmup, strength, workout, cool down). I enjoyed having time to build on the strength exercise at our own pace and perfect the technique. John always giving pointers. The workout portion was great to push yourself, get a sweat up, whatever stage you are in. Then ending on the cool down… who doesn’t love a cool down.

Nick was welcoming, did great explaining the workout and movements. The gym is nice, I enjoyed my visit to CrossFit Area!

Was very helpful on my 1st day back. Appreciate it.

Nick was awesome! He held my baby so I could workout. Woo!

John did great and has since I started! He is very accommodating to Figuring out the best ways to get the most of the classes.

Kristin is awesome! Always has great notes and meets people where they are in the training journey. The vibe she sets, even at 545 AM, is like no other!

The patience and competence of the coaches at CrossFit Ares cannot be understated. Nick is great at subtly identifying where I can improve, and offering suggestions that are both encouraging and easy to understand. Working out in a supportive environment makes all the difference and the reason I’ve been able to stay at it!

Class was great today. It was my first day back after a couple weeks away and I definitely didn't have as much gas in the tank as usual. But, even in my less than optimal state, I was particularly helped by a couple of cues that were given to me during the workout and I could feel the immediate results of lifting with corrected form. John's knowledge is robust, but his gift of coaching and appropriately applying that knowledge continues to help me improve- even on my off days. Thankful for John and what he is building at CrossFit Ares

Nick breaks down various movements & tells you want to focus on to better improve your form.

Had a great first class with Robert. The small class size promotes a constant learning environment which is ideal for any of the barbell work. The workout itself was a good challenge. My first impression of the gym was very welcoming and clean which isn't always the case at CrossFit gyms.

I can't recommend Coach John enough! His deep knowledge of CrossFit and focus on form have been invaluable in my progress. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced athlete, he has a remarkable ability to meet you where you are, offering tailored guidance and encouragement. His passion for making CrossFit accessible to everyone—whether you're a mom juggling kids or an athlete pushing your limits—shines through in every class. He’s incredibly patient but also knows how to challenge you just enough to leave each session feeling proud of what you've accomplished. I always look forward to his classes, knowing I'll learn something new and do my best work.

Great! Great instruction. I appreciate the context talk at the end about how it will build. Very pleased with the pace and the goals. Feel free to directly correct my form. Sometimes I’m distracted and don’t hear the instructions.

Coach John is always super helpful with the most positive attitude. He is attentive and will help you get moving in the correct way. I came back after giving birth with no direction on how to get fit again and he was there every step of the way guiding me back stronger and better than ever. 20/5 stars for Coach John

I like the energy and support provided by the coach. It is great to work with partners and do the drills

Great gym! Everyone is friendly and the space is clean. Refreshing to find a place that is kid friendly. My only request would be daily programming that has a warm up, lift of the day and then a Metcon/WOD to end since I can only get there 3x a week.

John is my : work hard or go home. His experience, dedication and the care towards me is beyond words. Thats what makes me come back even after 4years to the gym. He is simply : THE BEST !

Kristins class always hits. Always a good workout, good playlist and good energy. Most importantly I always leave class in a better place than when I first walked in the door. She’s awesome!!

Nick wad awesome today. Movements were explained well and he gave us clear points of attention. During the workout he pointed out some areas for improvement and suggested how to correct/improve them.

Today's WOD was a more traditional CrossFit workout, which I wish we did somewhat more often. Nick gave us one thing to work on per movement, which is a good coaching tactic. I heard him give tips to people throughout the warm up and the WOD, so he was actively coaching the whole time. One thing I wish the CrossFit Ares coaches would focus on is how movements feel, not just how they look - I suspect many people would reach the next level of improvement more quickly with a sense of how movements feel in their bodies: where muscles are tightening when, what it feels like to drive power from the middle of the foot instead of the ball of the foot, being aware of body position, etc. Overall I find that CFA is very strong with its coaching, this is just something to consider for purposes of continual improvement.

It was very nostalgic to come in today for open gym today. It’s great to still receive the emails & see the posts on how the gym, coaches and community have been growing in the past 3 years. But I will never forgot who that person was 3 years ago that took there time to get me started on this unbelievable journey. Thank you Coach John!!

Kristin is the freaking best. I was in a slump yesterday and it was a big deal to have down up. Kristin gave me space to work through the workout but was always present nearby if I had any questions. She stepped in with reminders about technique when it was justified to keep me safe but otherwise just let me grind, and I really appreciated that. My schedule has sucked lately and it's been really hard to get to the gym but Kristin brings such positivity to class and just generally leads an awesome session. Specifically, Kristin is able to describe how to approach most movements in a ton of different ways with different verbal cues which I find really helpful.

I thought it was great! Got constructive feedback. Always felt like he was available to give guidance. Felt great after the workout

It was great. First time so took care to know what i was looking for and advise how to get there. Great first experience with CF

Nick was friendly and welcoming. I appreciated the pointers on my form and had fun during the workout. Thanks for a great class!

I've never tried CrossFit before this and it was a great challenge and great support as I learned each move we needed to do. Great experience!

Loved it obviously....LOOOVE a killer Friday WOD with a heavy post or pre lift

Amazing, John is an excellent coach, he is energetic, knowledgeable, attentive and really makes it rewarding to show up. I highly recommend this gym!

Great coaching, really appreciated the focus of the class.

Class was great! John is very personable. He goes over movements very detailed and will answer any questions you may have. He’s also very motivating during the workouts & continues to push you to be the best version of yourself! CrossFit Ares is nothing short of amazing!

Had a ton of fun!!

First time taking Nicks class-

Goats

John helped put some energy into a hot Monday afternoon class! I really appreciated the extra drills he had us doing before warming up for bench day - it helped me to zone in on form which ultimately helped me PR! Always a blast at CFA:)

Nick is amazing! He explains every movement very well and if anyone needs extra help he is more than willing to explain and demonstrate as many times as needed! And let’s not even talk about how motivating he is during the workouts! Top notch coach/leader and all around GREAT person!

John did a great job. I checked in with me multiple times and followed up after the class. Excellent experience all the way around !

Amazing classes! Love coming to CrossFit Ares! Has really changed my life for better!

Nick taught me how to do my first box jump, thanks!

Kristin is the best! Her energy and attitude is always positive. She's great at showing us the movements and breaking it down. I know it's going to be a fun and great class when Kristin is teaching!

Nick does a great job, he’s very helpful and encouraging.

My first class, and Kristin did not disappoint! She’s fun and keeps me motivated to keep going.

I don’t always want to go to the gym, but at CFA, I know that once I am there, I am so glad I went. Of course, there is value in challenging yourself physically, and I’ve gotten stronger and can do things now I couldn’t do two years ago. But it’s the community that truly makes this place special and keeps me coming back. The people at CFA actually care about me as a human being, complete with struggles and triumphs, and not as a client who exists to generate profit. I feel seen and appreciated and embraced on my worst days and on my best days. Hands down the best gym experience I’ve ever had, and I am so glad I stepped out of my comfort zone to try it.

Nice butt

Fun class, well taught and good group!

Kyle is awesome!

Did a thorough job of instructing specific movements and help pace people

As usual Nick was attentive and finally played good music.

Kristin was excellent as usual. She was clear about standards for the workout, and options to scale. She made several corrections for me which were important. Always great to have her enthusiasm!

Excellent class! Tip of the cap to you sir🎩

Always a great class with Kyle!

Kyle demonstrates every movement and walks us all through it. He watches everyone’s form like a Hawk

Appreciated John showing each exercise and substitutions that could be made all along the way!

Nick was great. I appreciate him coming over and taking time to coach me through some movements as I’ve developed some bad habits and I can get in my head about injury risk.

She was funny & motivational as always.

Coach Nick Martin is very helpful throughout my first few classes. He gave clear instruction and encourage me to improve my alignment for the best result!

John and the coaches at CrossFit Ares are exceptional! They provide motivation, tailor workouts, and ensure correct form to prevent Injury. The community they’ve cultivated extends beyond just a gym — it’s a supportive network! Highly highly recommend to anyone on the fence!

Kristin is the best. Every class with her goofy authentic self is my favorite! I have learned so much from her and love being in her class.

Great energy, and great tips on doing movements with better form or in a safer way.

John was a very helpful and knowledgeable coach. I look forward to many more classes with him

Kyle’s the best!

She was super helpful and guided me when needed! So glad I joined ☺️

As always John runs an amazing class. He always knows how to give the one piece of feedback that will unlock the movement we’re doing. He creates a wonderful inspiring community. He rocks!

Kristin was great! Very informative and making sure our form was correct was a priority:)

Great tips and very attentive! Thanks Nick!!

Nick is excellent, it's always great to have him as a coach, him and the whole team.

Had a great first class definitely wanna join now

Great class today!!! Thanks for letting me to drop in.

Kristin is excellent. She is knowledgeable with the exercises and helps everybody to feel welcome! I truly love taking classes with her and enjoy the energy she brings to each class!

John is an amazing Coach! I was recently injured and planned to take the month off from exercising, but am so glad I didn’t. John took the time to help develop a plan around my injury to help me keep moving and exercising safely. John, Kyle and Nick all provide such a personal aspect to Cross Fit which makes everyone feel comfortable in what can be an intimidating environment at other gyms. Such a great team to be a part of!

Kyle was clear, demonstrated all of the movements, and gave helpful feedback. Great class!

Kristin I a great coach, she always make sure my forms are correct. The class is a little more fun with Kristin.

Coach Kristin did a great job explaining the workout and making us feel welcome!

Exhausted from the holidays, and having just drove 8 hours last night, it was good to get back to class and as always Coach Kyle was both understanding of my condition and encouraging. I left happy, lifting more than I expected, and feeling so good to get back to my routine. Thank you Coach Kyle and CrossFit Ares!

Amazing coach, he is always motivating us and giving us tips to improve!

Kyle is great at explaining every step and making sure everyone is comfortable before moving on to the next movement. He takes the time to talk with each person to strategize what’s best for them!

First class I had with Kyle as the coach. Kyle was awesome. First thing he did when I arrived this morning, he introduced himself. He then listened to all my excuses as to why this crossfit stuff is hard for me to do, he smiled and told me no need to worry, and I believed him! He was very clear with his instructions on what the workout would be. For me he was the perfect amount of checking on me to make sure my technique is correct, cheerleading and pushing to reach my full potential. Great coach! Great workout ! Great gym!

John is a fantastic coach! John always bring the best energy and gets me excited for the workout. John’s attention to detail and expertise makes me feel confident I am preforming the exercises correctly. Also John’s music playlist is fire.

Nick is a great coach! Always giving great feedback, keepers everyone engaged & motivated, and always the first person to give you a high-five after the workout! I definitely recommend his class!