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"Beginners Find Confidence Without Intimidation"
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Members highlight a safe, injury-aware approach and flexible, beginner-friendly CrossFit programming at CrossFit Golden Valkyrie.
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16 out of 78 members asked left a review (20.5% participation rate) in the last 90 days. This is above the network average of 12.2% across 1,159 gyms.
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CrossFit Golden Valkyrie has a welcoming, supportive vibe and I’ve made friends here. The class schedule is very convenient for me, which I really appreciate.
I really appreciate the welcoming atmosphere that the gym provides. The constant encouragement to push myself is also inspiring.
The biggest problem with CrossFit in general is injuries. At a couple of other boxes I've trained at, it was always about pushing harder and doing more. Valkyrie has an approach that's infinitely smarter, really focused on scaling the workout so you can do it for a long time, not just as so you can go hard until you break.
CrossFit Golden Valkyrie has great value with fair pricing and better coaching than other gyms I’ve tried. I really enjoy the combination classes here.
The coaching at CrossFit Golden Valkyrie is great - The coaches are encouraging and watch for form and suggestions. They give modifications that keep the workout challenging without risking injury. Their attention means I’m always pushing myself safely, which builds my confidence as much as my strength. What really stands out is the positive and encouraging atmosphere. Everyone in the group is creating a friendly, motivating environment. The energy in the room is contagious. Whether it’s the clatter of weights, the rhythm of the workout, or the collective focus, it pulls you in and makes you want to give your best. I really enjoy this place!
Bryan was engaged, encouraging, and made sure all the movements were understood and I was comfortable with them or a scaled option.
So much fun! I love how you had the ice breakers. Helped me feel a part of right away. Great workout, great coaching! 10/10 would recommend this gym. It was wonderful to visit! If I’m ever find myself back in this area I will pop in for sure. Thank you!!!
Bryan pushes the right amount for a beginner. Big focus on getting better every day. Top notch!
Meredith let me join class late and kept everyone moving. Workout was hard but that's why we're here.
Great session
Meredith did an awesome job welcoming me! She was very friendly and the community in there this morning made me feel comfortable! I didn’t do the WOD with everyone but she was super engaged with everyone in the room.
The facility is well equipped, and the coach is very knowledgeable with techniques, and was very helpful in teaching me how to have proper form, since I am not very experienced in CrossFit exercises. tl;dr 10/10 would come back and punish my body again 🫠
Bryan did an amazing job walking through all the movements. Great amd friendly coach.
Did great walking through the workouts and ensuring I understood what was going on. Also helped correct a few movements, which was appreciated
Tom was great! He explained everything and options to each exercise.
Really great first experience!!
First time at gym. Brian made sure I knew where things were and how class was going to go. Everyone made me feel welcome
Bryan is always motivational and eases you into the workout to make sure you got the form down before the actual workout. Also very kind and funny and great taste in workout music
Great class. Fun warm up and instructions. Made sure we took the scheduled break as prescribed.
Bryan did very well with the class. It was a long work out but he helped provide good scaling options.
CrossFit Golden Valkyrie currently has 34 verified member reviews with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars. All reviews come from real members who have experienced the gym firsthand.
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CrossFit Golden Valkyrie is located in Des Moines, Iowa at 418 6th Ave Ste 101, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA. Click the address above to get directions.