Business Details
19 Years
experience
Calgary's Premier CrossFit Training Facility
CrossFit Calgary has been Calgary's original CrossFit facility since 2007, dedicated to fostering physical and mental transformation through expert coaching and community support. Our team of certified CrossFit instructors brings decades of combined experience in strength and conditioning, including Olympic lifting, gymnastics, and endurance training. We pioneered youth CrossFit programs in Canada, offering age-appropriate fitness solutions for children and teens. Our facility combines structured programming with open gym access, emphasizing proper mechanics, scalability, and safety for all fitness levels. Recognized as a CrossFit Centre of Excellence, we maintain rigorous standards through our intensive coach mentorship program.Our community-driven approach creates an inclusive environment where members achieve personal bests while supporting one another's progress. With over 200 active members and 40 weekly classes, we combine technical precision with motivational energy to deliver measurable results. Our commitment extends beyond fitness through local volunteering initiatives and partnerships with community organizations. The facility's 27-hour weekly open gym access accommodates diverse schedules while maintaining structured class offerings. Our founders' competitive CrossFit background, including Games participation and technique innovations like the Butterfly Pull-Up, informs our programming excellence.
Services
WOD Classes
Targeted Training
CrossFit Kids
CrossFit Teens
Open Gym
Coach Mentorship
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combined CrossFit coaching experience with Games-level expertise
- Pioneers of Canada's first CrossFit youth programs for ages 6-16
- Certified coaches maintain rigorous technical standards through mentorship
- 27-hour weekly open gym access with competitive programming support
- Community-focused approach with local volunteering initiatives
Associations and certifications
- CrossFit Centre of Excellence
What people say
Expert coaching
Supportive community
Youth program excellence
Scalable workouts
Technical precision
Services
WOD Classes
Structured CrossFit sessions combining warm-up, skill instruction, and daily workouts for all fitness levels. Our expert coaches ensure proper mechanics while maintaining competitive intensity. Members benefit from community support and measurable progress tracking through standardized benchmarks.
Targeted Training
Progressive strength, Olympic lifting, and gymnastics programs with homework components for skill development. Designed for both beginners and experienced athletes seeking technical refinement. Focuses on foundational movements with gradual progression to complex techniques.
CrossFit Kids
Age-appropriate strength and conditioning programs for children aged 6-12. Combines scaled workouts with technical instruction in a fun environment. Emphasizes movement fundamentals while building confidence through group participation and achievement tracking.
Coach Mentorship
Three-phase coaching development program requiring 3+ years to complete. Combines shadowing, practical experience, and technical evaluation. Maintains high standards through founder-led mentorship and continuous professional development.
Open Gym
27 hours weekly unsupervised gym access for members and drop-ins. Supports competitive training preparation and personalized workout completion. Maintains safety standards through pre-requisite foundation program requirements for new users.
People
Brett Marshall
Co-founder & Head Coach
CrossFit pioneer with 18 years experience, 4x Games competitor, and inventor of Butterfly Pull-Up. Former CF Seminar Instructor with strength coaching background since 2000. Combines competitive expertise with community leadership as Calgary Fire Department Captain.
Rhiannon Marshall
Co-owner & Administrator
Educational leader with MA in progress, CF L2 certified. Oversees daily operations while balancing family life. Completed L2 certification to enhance member experience. Former school vice-principal bringing organizational expertise to gym management.
Colin Hill
Kids & Masters Coach
Certified Level 1 rugby coach with Alberta Excellence in Teaching Award. Specializes in early-morning classes and youth programs. Combines competitive masters experience with educational background to deliver engaging, effective sessions for all age groups.
Questions
What CrossFit experience do I need to join?
No prior experience required. All new members complete Foundations Session or Intro Program to learn proper mechanics before joining group classes.
Do you offer youth CrossFit programs?
Yes, we pioneered Canada's first CrossFit Kids (ages 6-12) and Teens (13-16) programs with age-appropriate scaling and focus on fun movement patterns.
What are your facility hours?
Monday-Thursday 6am-9pm, Friday 6am-8pm, Saturday 8:45am-3:30pm, Sunday 9am-7pm with 27 weekly open gym hours.
How are coaches trained?
Our mentorship program takes 3+ years, combining shadowing, practical experience, and technical evaluations under founder Brett Marshall's guidance.
What payment options exist?
Monthly memberships starting at $175/month, drop-in rates at $25, and special offers for annual commitments including free foundation sessions.
