“Sometimes, when the day is done and you rest your tired head on a pillow you probably bought on the internet, instead of slipping off into dreamy dream land you worry about your deepest fears.

Before I started at CFUS maybe I worried about my health, my job, my friends... and since CFUS, all that has changed. Now, my health? Yeah it’s great, I workout at CFUS and have seen results for the first time in my life - great results! I can’t believe I wasted so much time and money in other gyms or doing other fad workout classes.  My Job? I’m way less stressed because the workouts keep me sane. My friends? Ok, I know it is the worst CrossFit stereotype, but it is almost impossible not to make friends when you spend so much time with like minded people. Yes, I made a lot of friends at CFUS and I see them every day so I know they are fine.

So, back to the pillow. It isn’t like suddenly I have no deepest fears, they are just different. Now when I lay down at night I think “what if Jay (the head coach) is inspired to follow his dreams and open a bakery upstate instead of programming for workouts.” “What if I have to take a rest day tomorrow?”. I know, it is a lot, but somehow I deal.

Don’t let that discourage you though! If you are trying to decide if CFUS is the right gym for a drop-in or a new membership I’ll tell you that the defining characteristics are the programming, the coaches, and the members.

Programming - Somehow every day Coach Jay finds a way to create a new WOD that is both fun and thoughtfully designed to make you better. He is a gift; a true gem.

Coaches - The coaches are extremely engaged even though the class sizes can get large. You never see the “just read the WOD off the whiteboard and walk away” kind of coach here. It just wouldn’t fly.

Members - People are really fit and friendly at this gym. Fit in that they are super motivating to work out with because they push you to get better. Friendly in that anyone you talk to is happy to help. Ok, it is NYC, so don’t exactly expect the level of outgoing welcome you get in the midwest, people are more shy in NYC, but if you talk to them they will probably be happy you did.

Becoming a member of CFUS 2 years has changed my life more than anything else I’ve done since.”

“I am a few years new to CrossFit. When I joined, I was unsure about my ability to lift heavy weights, to test my endurance and heart rate and do it with other experienced athletes. CFUS quickly became my home. I drop into many gyms when I travel and it is so clear that the programming at CFUS across CrossFit and weightlifting, coaching, and even the members are top notch here. It is truly inspiring to workout with this community, to be challenged and have fun with creative and results - oriented programming. The gym does so much for its members beyond CrossFit and barbell - movie night, trivia and more. It’s an incredibly seamlessly operated gym and a cornerstone in my New York life.”

“I’ve been putting off writing this review because I knew I’d have a lot to say! After I left my gym in Arizona I had been at for 2.5 years I was so sad and had no idea if I was going to find a place where I got a great workout and also found a good community since all of my friends in AZ were from the gym.

The facility is basic and not fancy schmancy like Equinox, which is exactly what I want from a Crossfit. I don’t need all the bells and whistles, I want a good workout! And Coach Jay Adams’ workouts are like NO OTHER. They’re incredible difficult (I can’t Rx anything anymore) but very scalable for beginners or people like me who do CrossFit every day but just still kind of suck at lifting but go for the sweat. I sweat hard every day and never get bored.

A lot of people are intimidated by Crossfit, and trust me, while it’s really hard when you push hard - you can absolutely do it! I’m by no means a stellar athlete and I still go 5x a week.

The coaches are all great. Jay, the head coach, is so knowledgeable, helpful, and a mastermind with programming. They’re always trying to improve everyone’s form.

On top of that, the community here is wonderful. I love all my friends here and the gym regularly has fun events like trivia night, an annual fall BBQ, a Christmas party, networking nights, competitions, and more. If community is what you’re looking for, this is the place.”

“I’m a long time CrossFitter (8 years now, sheesh) who recently switched home gyms to CrossFit Union Square. I couldn’t be happier. The programming is amazing (and amazingly hard, but in a great way that inspires me, and the coaches always help me with scaling); the members are committed and kind and welcoming and clearly a community; the coaches are friendly and inspirational and give the very best and most nuanced cues and somehow have learned my name already. It is a CrossFit gym that still loves CrossFit, if that makes sense. I dislike change, in general, as a human being. But I’m utterly delighted with my decision to join the team and my new friends at CrossFit Union Square.”

“I’ve been a member for 6 years and can’t say enough about what an amazing box this is. From the coaching, community, location, and management, it’s a gem in a sea of bureaucratic boxes in the city. In addition to the superior programming (very well thought out with an emphasis on strength), the owners foster a very special atmosphere by being present, being transparent on all policies/goals etc, and holding town hall meetings to learn what features/improvements matter most to their members.”

“I decided to get back into working out again and did a drop in class at CFUS. For all the first timers, their entrance is on Bond St down the stairs. Well it must be fate because the minute I walk down those stairs I saw Coach Amanda, who was one of my favorite coaches from my previous box! However for today’s WOD it was Coach Patrick and he was awesome! He did a really good warm up (which I need) and his instructions were impeccable. He made sure we were doing every move correctly and when I approached him about a movement he gave me great tips and a modified version so that I can still participate in the WOD. What’s more, the members there were so friendly and kind. The added bonus was they have open gym after my WOD was over so you can stay and practice whatever you want. I LOVE this place!!!! It’s my new home ❤️”