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February 2024 by Adam Eichelkraut
Update: I’ve been working with CrossFit Chisel for several years. I use it as cross training for my running seasons. As a runner, I’ve benefited from learning proper weight training form and workouts that target muscles outside of my legs. Functional fitness has really helped improve my flexibility and increase my pace by at least a minute per mile. The coaches here are super knowledgeable and this particular community has a healthy variety of levels of friendly competition.
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February 2024 by Meri LeBlanc
If you think you’re too out of shape, too overweight, or too old to join a CrossFit gym, keep reading. At age 61, I thought I was too. My daughter, Sarah, had been to lots of CrossFit boxes because she traveled for work. She urged me to try CF Chisel, because she said Lawrence, the head coach and one of the owners, was one of the best coaches she’d met. I was skeptical, because I’d hurt my back at a regular gym years ago. My doctor cleared me to start, but she warned me to be careful because she said those “young, fit CrossFit coaches have been known to push clients too hard”. That was 5 years ago. Lawrence and the other coaches scale workouts and the programming so I can work out right alongside everyone else without feeling self conscious — and I have had no injuries. I’ve lost weight and gained mobility, muscle, and strength. The icing on the cake for me is Chisel’s warm, accepting community and clean, lovely facility. My doctor tells me now to continue what I’m doing and she asked me the name of my CrossFit gym. Like I’m telling you, it’s CrossFit Chisel.
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January 2024 by bryan Leiva
This is an awesome place. All the coaches are helpful and nice, I am so happy to be a member because I see I am getting results, I will always recommend you to train here.
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January 2024 by Tim Daly
Good gym. Good people.
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January 2024 by Skylar Young
Crossfit Chisel is an amazing gym!!! The people and coaches are so welcoming and friendly! The community at CrossFit Chisel is electric. The space is MASSIVE for a Chicago crossfit gym and it is so clean and well kept!! This gym captures the essence of CrossFit’s values!! Thank you for a wonderful, inclusive and fun crossfit experience!!
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October 2023 by Uch M
Had my first appointment today and the place was closed, though I got reminder texts the hour before and filled out all waivers. Not sure what happened or why they would schedule me for a time they weren't availableUPDATE: Manager called to apologize and explain a bug with the automated message system and scheduler, so I'm on my way to rescheduling my appointment.
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September 2023 by Sage Lyons
CrossFit chisel is such a good intro to CrossFit! The instructors are great and are very attentive! I always felt i was always going a little outside my comfort zone but still being safe!
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August 2023 by Barbara Olaguez
Best community I’ve ever encounter highly motivated coaches and members
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July 2023 by Mark Podowski
While I could throw in critiques about the lack of free parking or not enough ski ergs I will not attach myself to those. The owners and coaches here really try to make the most of this space even as the membership has picked up post-crown era. There is still plenty of room during most sessions for someone to pop into 1 of the back rooms and do some open gym training. They have most of the regular equipment you would expect at a CF box for day-day training. Plenty of bumper plates, ropes, rigs, rings, rowers, tires, bikes, etc. The thing I like here the most is the moderate approach to training form the coaches, the encouragement, the advice (they will tell you if they think you should lower your weights). While its hard to eclipse the gym culture as a whole because of different class sessions and individuals in them I know that nobody ever tries to push you to form breakdown or to get unnecessarily competitive, but there is always some to congratulate you on getting through the workouts. A few of the regulars like to hang out after sessions in the dining area and have a couple sports drinks/beers so that's always nice. They also stay true to the culture as there aren't any mirrors even in the bathrooms.
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March 2023 by Patrick Schultz
CFC and the training team made CrossFit super approachable. I feel welcome, and get great direct coaching on my technique, my form, and guidance on body motion and flexibility as well. Unlike other CrossFit gyms, CFC is approachable. Never heard of doing “cleans” - no problem you will be coached through the motions and learn how to safely and property do the exercises. Others in the class are friendly, helpful, and approachable as well. 10/10 recommend joining the gym and the community.
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March 2023 by Jerry Roback
I joined CrossFit Chisel because I wanted a coach to help keep me accountable. I ended up with 3 coaches all helping me stay on track and progress. Just 6 weeks in and I’m down 15lbs and am the strongest I’ve been in years.
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March 2023 by Will Hurst
CrossFit Chisel is the best CrossFit gym near me in Chicago and you should check them out if you're looking for an amazing group class experience!
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December 2022 by Lindsey Kane
Very friendly and welcoming, and great instruction from trainers. I came hoping to add accountability and community to my fitness, and CrossFit Chisel is it!! The people in my morning class are supportive, encouraging, and inspiring! I’ve been here for a month, and I already feel like they are my friends.The trainers are wonderful. They care about proper form rather than overload. They provide kind and effective instruction mid-workout to help improve technique. They understand the art of balancing kindness and encouragement.I recommend this gym and this community 10/10!
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September 2022 by Mara Hontanosas
Just came here for a short visit and found this gym for a drop-in workout. Coach was very accommodating and everyone was welcoming.
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June 2022 by Nathaniel Khachaturian
CFC is a friendly, welcoming Gym that is fully equipped to cater to any level of athlete. The coaches do a great job tailoring workouts to an individual’s ability and pushing accordingly. I was new to CrossFit and have become a believer in both the communal and exercise specific aspects of CrossFit. In general, CFC’s pricing is competitive with other CrossFit gyms. Brian and Lawrence were extremely helpful answering questions and determining the membership that works best for me. Whatever your workout background/goals are, I highly recommend CrossFit and, specifically, CFC.
