CrossFit Shades

He explained the today's workout, checked my pose and encouraged me a lot!

Win is a phenomenal coach!

Sonia was incredible. As always!

Dex was great today! His communication and education was clear and concise! Very motivating and attentive. Thanks Dex!

Dex is a great teacher kept me motivated to complete the workout

You the goat

Win coached our 4:30pm class today. I have been at Forge for 10 years, and Win is one of the best coaches the gym has had. His welcoming demeanor and ability to teach tips and techniques have helped all members accomplish goals and get better. Thanks, Win!

Never a dull moment. Hilarious. Regular communication for him is like 5 punch lines simultaneously, and he knows a thing or two about CrossFit.

I am submitting this for Calvin as a coach. I love Calvin. Super attitude, has a great spirit about him. Always happy to see you. Calvin provides good instruction while being aware of some of my limitations with my hips. Gives me good feedback and ideas for modifications. Pushes me to work hard while making sure I don’t do anything to aggravate my hip issues.

I attended a themed spin class taught by Laura!! The class was high energy and she had an awesome playlist. I received an awesome workout!! I would highly recommend!! Great class!

Spectacular coaching and training. Didn’t make me feel out of place for my first day. Encourage me to stay in a good pace to get a good workout, but also to stay safe every movements.

Dex is truly the best Crossfit coach I've ever experienced. His knowledge of kinesiology is exceptional. He's quick to make adjustments to my form throughout class which I very much appreciate. He also keeps a consistently high energy level during the workout. Most importantly, he has the rare ability to connect to people on all levels whether they're beginners, intermediates or elites. I don't easily give this level of praise but in this case it's warranted.

Excellent class! Instructor was very motivating and encouraging plus it was a theme class even cooler! Definitely got a great workout in.

JT was fantastic! He’s super helpful with all of the movements and making sure we have it down.

Win was Fantastic! He explained all movements in great detail. The warm up was perfect and he pushed us to work as hard as we could!

Sonia did an awesome job today, just like she always does! She is always so thorough with demonstrating proper technique for the workouts, which helps me so much!

Dex did great! So knowledgeable and fun!

Sonia’s great! Always helping me and encouraging!

All of the coaches at Shades have been great. I got very little coaching or instruction at my last gym.

I heard the yelling / cheering / coaching from start to finish. Calvin coached the 430 today

Dex is an engaging, knowledgeable and motivated. Great coach.

I had Calvin as a

Dex Hopkins is a great coach and ambassador for crossfit in general, and Crossfit Shades in particular. It is clear in every class that the goal is to move well first, and that speed and weight come second. I appreciate knowing he will give honest feedback - both on what needs work so I don't risk injury, and where I need to push harder. Highly recommend taking a class with Dex!