The Prep at CrossFit Austin || January 4

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The next cycle of The Prep at CrossFit Austin will start on Monday, January 4th
REGISTER HERE

 

THE PREP COURSE

[what]    What we like to call “The Prep” is designed to introduce new clients to the fundamentals and essential movements often seen in our group classes. The Prep is a course that teaches proper movement, recovery, mobility strategies, and a crash course on nutrition & lifestyle. This beginners program ultimately gives our clients the tools to make their time at CrossFit Austin life changing. We’re not just movers and shakers at CrossFit Austin – we’re thinkers, too. Producing athletes that train smart, work hard and also know their stuff is what we’re all about.

Train Smart | We’ll teach you to lift & move proficiently
Dedicated time working on the technique of CrossFit Movements over the course of 12 classes, with technical consistency being a focus. Regular exposure to the movements will adequately prepare each client for success in the group class environment. Quality over quantity in your movement is our goal.

Work Hard | We’ll teach you to recover effectively
The body repairs and strengthens itself in the time between workouts. It’s in this time that the body adapts to the stress of exercise and the real training effect takes place. Learning what and how to fill this time outside of the gym is our goal.

Think Well | We’ll teach you to eat efficiently
The individuality and uniqueness of our clients are what makes our community a phenomenal place to thrive in their training. Nutrition can’t be ‘cut and paste’ for each individual – there’s no cookie cutter way to properly eat. Revolutionize the way you view nutrition and eat over the course of 12 classes and learn what works best for your ID.

[structure]    The Prep = 1 Month of CrossFit Austin

If there’s one thing we take seriously, it’s quality over quantity. Yes, we care about each and every person who walks through our doors on a deeper level. You aren’t a dollar sign or a name on a sheet. You’re a member of our family. In our opinion, there’s no way to teach anyone new to CrossFit quality movement and technique in a short amount of time. Thus, our introductory course that isn’t a cram session squeezed into a few day’s time. It’s an investment of a month on both ends. You meet with your coach 3x/week for 4 weeks, learning the ins & outs of what CrossFit and CrossFit Austin is all about.

1 month | 12 Sessions
Just show up; we’ll do the rest. The Prep course you enroll in will meet 3x/week for 4 weeks.  Structured like a CrossFit Class, your Prep course classes will be at the same time each day throughout the course length for 1-hour. Just show up, we’ll do the rest (we mean it!) –  Your coach leads you through the hour class, from welcome, to warm-up, to workout with the learning in between.

1 Coach | 6 athletes
The Prep Course is limited to 6 clients per course to ensure everyone gets quality, semi-private coaching, and our coaches can focus on teaching instead of managing.

With limited space in each course, wait-list opportunities are available.

>>Click here<<  to see a schedule of our upcoming  Prep Courses

Learn more about the CrossFit Austin coaches leading The Prep here.

PRIVATE PREP COURSE

Want to get started right away? Join our Private Prep course!
REGISTER HERE
Private Prep Option: $250

[what]     For those that can’t make our available Prep Course classes  or would prefer a more private introduction to CrossFit, we offer the “Private Prep”. You get all the great resources and coaching we provide in the Prep Course in one-on-one, private training with a coach. Due to the smaller more flexible setting we are able to expedite The Prep process  and get you through the material quicker.

[structure]     The Private Prep = 5 Private Sessions

No different than our regular Prep Course, the Private Prep focuses on quality instruction. Structure is a bit different though – You and your coach will meet for 5 private training sessions based on your scheduling. Each session runs for one-hour.

2 Weeks | 5 Sessions
Just show up; we’ll do the rest. 5 private session over the course of 2 weeks scheduled at your convenience.  Your coach leads you through the hour’s session, from welcome, to warm-up, to workout with the learning in between.

1 Coach | 1 Client
The Private Prep Course is a one-on-one private introduction to CrossFit. Your coach will take you through the Prep Course curriculum in 5 private sessions, and  tailor the program to your individual needs.

>>Click Here<< to enroll in a Private Prep Course and we will contact you within in 24 hours to schedule your sessions with your coach

Pricing:
Group Prep Option:  $200

Course Times:
{6:30 am on M/W/F} or {6:30 pm on M/W/Th}
4 weeks beginning January 4th!

7th Anniversary + Holiday Party || December 12

Hey CFA! It’s time to celebrate!
7th Anniversary WOD + Holiday Party + Celebrating with our CFA Family!

Join us on Saturday, December 12th to celebrate CrossFit Austin’s 7th Year down here in South Austin!

Part 1: Anniversary WOD – Regular class times – 9 & 10 am at CrossFit Austin! {Members Old & New – feel free to bring a pal!}

Part 2: Meet us at District Kitchen+Cocktails where the real party starts! We’ll meet at 1:00 pm for drinks + CFA awards {Bitter Burpee awards & Push Up Man and Woman of the Year!}

Check out last year’s award winners {HERE}

Bust out your favorite holiday duds {or} tacky holiday outfit to WOD in and let’s have a Holly Jolly Holiday Party!

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December Holiday Hours!

The Holidays are upon us {again}! We will be having some changes to the regular class schedule to reflect the upcoming Holidays.

Holiday Hours for the week of Christmas will be:

  • Wednesday 12/23: 5:30 am, 6:30 am, 7:30 am, 8:30 am classes – CFA Closing at 9:30 am
  • Thursday 12/24: CLOSED
  • Friday 12/25: CLOSED – Merry Christmas!
  • Saturday 12/26: CLOSED
  • Sunday 12/27: CLOSED

Holiday Hours for the week of New Years will be:

  • Thursday 12/31: Open through the noon class – CFA Closing at 1:00 pm
  • Friday 1/1: CLOSED – Happy New Year!

Free Community WOD || December 5

Work hard | Sweat hard | Play hard

Come join us on Saturday, December 5th @ 10:00 am for a free workout with the CrossFit Austin community!  

Community workouts are open to everyone and a great way to find out what CrossFit is all about.

All skill levels welcome.

Current members: Bring a friend

First timers: Meet a friend

REGISTER HERE

December Athlete of The Month: Christina Gustavson!

Each month we spotlight a different CFA athlete who stands out and shows just how awesome they are. What is it that makes up an Athlete of the Month? It may not be the person that finishes the fastest, Rx’s every WOD, or gets a PR every time they walk in the gym. Although we love and celebrate when those things happen, the Athlete of the Month is made up of much more than physical ability. This person shows up, gives their best every time, and then gives a little more. They are hungry to learn and always ready to do the work. They support their fellow classmates and encourage them to reach their goals. This athlete embodies what we believe the CrossFit Austin Community should be about.

Our December Athlete of the Month is Christina Gustavson! Christina chooses to end her days with us, typically hitting the 6:30 or 7:30 pm classes. She joined CrossFit Austin back in July of 2014 and is definitely one of our #badassbabes. She is full of drive, continuously working toward her goals and taking all the right steps to get there. In addition to all the hard work she puts into class, she’s recently added 1-on-1 sessions with Coach Tim to her training schedule to lock down her goals. She’s an awesome person to hang out with in and outside of the gym. Come hang out with her and you’ll see why she’s our AOM! Congratulations Christina! We are thrilled to have you as this month’s Athlete of the Month.

State your Name and/or Nickname please:cg1
Christina (I’m too cool for a nickname) 🙂

Words to live by?
“Be stubborn about your goals, but flexible about your methods.”

What is your fitness background?
I played high school sports, floundered at globo gyms for many years, found CrossFit, and haven’t looked back since.

How long have you been CrossFitting?
3-ish years.

Take us back to your first day of CrossFit… How did you feel? How do you compare it to workouts today?
Murph was my first CrossFit workout. I felt nothing because I died.

I love looking back to that day because I can clearly see the progress I’ve made. I thought the athletes who did Murph unscaled were super-human. I’m not yet strapping on a 20lb vest, but the journey to doing unscaled, high-volume pull ups and push ups has been both challenging and glorious.

What’s your favorite part of CrossFit Austin?
CFA has a good balance of fun, and serious but sustainable programming. (The people are pretty awesome, too).cg2

Current Training Goals/PRs?
To get a damn muscle-up.

What advice do you have for folks just starting out in CrossFit?
Look to other athletes for inspiration, but not comparison. Your journey is your own. Leave your ego at home and celebrate the small victories.

What is your cheat meal go to?
Pizza. All day.

Tell us about a moment you felt most proud of yourself during a workout.
Probably the first workout with pull ups where I didn’t have to use a band

cg3If you could create a WOD and name it for yourself, what would it be?
I love the most hated movements

Synonymously, I would call it The B*tch:

25 min AMRAP
200m run
15 Wall balls
15 Thrusters
15 Burpees
15 double unders

What are your hobbies, interests and/or talents outside of CrossFit?

I don’t discriminate and enjoy doing just about anything physically or mentally active.

Tell us something we don’t know about you…
I can teach you a lot of profane phrases in Vietnamese. 😉

Longhorns or Aggies?
**crickets**

Leave the fine folks of CrossFit Austin with some parting words…
It’s a slow process. Don’t make it slower by quitting.

 

The Prep at CrossFit Austin || November 30

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The next cycle of The Prep at CrossFit Austin will start on Monday, November 30th
REGISTER HERE
{Check out our Black Friday Deals}

 

THE PREP COURSE

[what]    What we like to call “The Prep” is designed to introduce new clients to the fundamentals and essential movements often seen in our group classes. The Prep is a course that teaches proper movement, recovery, mobility strategies, and a crash course on nutrition & lifestyle. This beginners program ultimately gives our clients the tools to make their time at CrossFit Austin life changing. We’re not just movers and shakers at CrossFit Austin – we’re thinkers, too. Producing athletes that train smart, work hard and also know their stuff is what we’re all about.

Train Smart | We’ll teach you to lift & move proficiently
Dedicated time working on the technique of CrossFit Movements over the course of 12 classes, with technical consistency being a focus. Regular exposure to the movements will adequately prepare each client for success in the group class environment. Quality over quantity in your movement is our goal.

Work Hard | We’ll teach you to recover effectively
The body repairs and strengthens itself in the time between workouts. It’s in this time that the body adapts to the stress of exercise and the real training effect takes place. Learning what and how to fill this time outside of the gym is our goal.

Think Well | We’ll teach you to eat efficiently
The individuality and uniqueness of our clients are what makes our community a phenomenal place to thrive in their training. Nutrition can’t be ‘cut and paste’ for each individual – there’s no cookie cutter way to properly eat. Revolutionize the way you view nutrition and eat over the course of 12 classes and learn what works best for your ID.

[structure]    The Prep = 1 Month of CrossFit Austin

If there’s one thing we take seriously, it’s quality over quantity. Yes, we care about each and every person who walks through our doors on a deeper level. You aren’t a dollar sign or a name on a sheet. You’re a member of our family. In our opinion, there’s no way to teach anyone new to CrossFit quality movement and technique in a short amount of time. Thus, our introductory course that isn’t a cram session squeezed into a few day’s time. It’s an investment of a month on both ends. You meet with your coach 3x/week for 4 weeks, learning the ins & outs of what CrossFit and CrossFit Austin is all about.

1 month | 12 Sessions
Just show up; we’ll do the rest. The Prep course you enroll in will meet 3x/week for 4 weeks.  Structured like a CrossFit Class, your Prep course classes will be at the same time each day throughout the course length for 1-hour. Just show up, we’ll do the rest (we mean it!) –  Your coach leads you through the hour class, from welcome, to warm-up, to workout with the learning in between.

1 Coach | 6 athletes
The Prep Course is limited to 6 clients per course to ensure everyone gets quality, semi-private coaching, and our coaches can focus on teaching instead of managing.

With limited space in each course, wait-list opportunities are available.

>>Click here<<  to see a schedule of our upcoming  Prep Courses

Learn more about the CrossFit Austin coaches leading The Prep here.

PRIVATE PREP COURSE

Want to get started right away? Join our Private Prep course!
REGISTER HERE
Private Prep Option: $250

[what]     For those that can’t make our available Prep Course classes  or would prefer a more private introduction to CrossFit, we offer the “Private Prep”. You get all the great resources and coaching we provide in the Prep Course in one-on-one, private training with a coach. Due to the smaller more flexible setting we are able to expedite The Prep process  and get you through the material quicker.

[structure]     The Private Prep = 5 Private Sessions

No different than our regular Prep Course, the Private Prep focuses on quality instruction. Structure is a bit different though – You and your coach will meet for 5 private training sessions based on your scheduling. Each session runs for one-hour.

2 Weeks | 5 Sessions
Just show up; we’ll do the rest. 5 private session over the course of 2 weeks scheduled at your convenience.  Your coach leads you through the hour’s session, from welcome, to warm-up, to workout with the learning in between.

1 Coach | 1 Client
The Private Prep Course is a one-on-one private introduction to CrossFit. Your coach will take you through the Prep Course curriculum in 5 private sessions, and  tailor the program to your individual needs.

>>Click Here<< to enroll in a Private Prep Course and we will contact you within in 24 hours to schedule your sessions with your coach

Pricing:
Group Prep Option:  $200
{Check out our Black Friday Deals!}

Course Times:
{6:30 am on M/W/F} or {6:30 pm on M/W/Th}
4 weeks beginning November 30th!

Last Call for Hoodies!

 

 

Last chance to pre-order your CrossFit Austin Hoodie!

Get your order to Genevieve (genny@crossfitaustin.com) by Friday, November 13th!

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Specs:
Eco Black (dark heather grey) with green print

“Eco Fleece” – Eco Fleece is 50%Poly/46%Cotton/4%Rayon – Basically, warm & cozy.

Size chart (Unisex)– XS – 2XL – see fit guide photo attached
**XS not listed on photo**:
Chest is 33-35″
Waist is 25-27″

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Free Community Workout || November 14

Work hard | Sweat hard | Play hard

Come join us on Saturday, November 14th @ 10:00 am for a free workout with the CrossFit Austin community!  

Community workouts are open to everyone and a great way to find out what CrossFit is all about.

All skill levels welcome.

Current members: Bring a friend

First timers: Meet a friend

REGISTER HERE

November Holiday Hours

The Holidays are upon us! We will be having some changes to the regular class schedule to reflect the upcoming Holidays. Stay tuned for our December schedule.

Holiday Hours for the week of Thanksgiving will be:

  • Wednesday 11/25: Open through the noon class, Closed @ 1:00pm
  • Thursday 11/26: CLOSED – Happy Thanksgiving! (Stay tuned for an at home WOD)
  • Friday 11/27: 9:00am & 10:00am Classes, Closed @ 11:00am
  • Saturday 11/28: Regularly scheduled classes (9:00am & 10:00am)

 

November Athlete of The Month: Matt Milldrum!!

Each month we spotlight a different CFA athlete who stands out and shows just how awesome they are. What is it that makes up an Athlete of the Month? It may not be the person that finishes the fastest, Rx’s every WOD, or gets a PR every time they walk in the gym. Although we love and celebrate when those things happen, the Athlete of the Month is made up of much more than physical ability. This person shows up, gives their best every time, and then gives a little more. They are hungry to learn and always ready to do the work. They support their fellow classmates and encourage them to reach their goals. This athlete embodies what we believe the CrossFit Austin Community should be about.

Our November Athlete of the Month is Matt Milldrum! Matt is typically a morning guy, getting his day started in the 6:30 or 7:30 am classes. He joined CrossFit Austin just shy of 5 months ago and already, he has established himself as a proud member of our crew. He’s always working towards a goal and shares his progress openly so we can all join in his awesome journey! He’s always got a great attitude and is the first to jump on board for the CFA social events! Come hang out with him and you’ll see why he’s our AOM! Congratulations Matt! We are thrilled to have you as this month’s Athlete of the Month.

State your Name and/or Nickname please:matt2

  • Matt Milldrum

 Words to live by?

  • Check yo self before you wreck yo self

 What is your fitness background?

  • Played football and basketball in high school.
  • For a brief time I was your basic gym bro at 24 HR Fitness before I knew better.
  • CF Level 1 Certified

 How long have you been CrossFitting?

  • 3 years – ish

 Take us back to your first day of CrossFit… How did you feel? How do you compare it to workouts today?

  • Did a one day free trial thing and was put in with the foundations class. There was loud rock music blasting on the speakers. The WOD was 4 rounds of 20 wall balls and 400 meter runs. Some small dude was crushing the workout and beat me. That pissed me off. I was hooked from that point.

What’s your favorite part of CrossFit Austin?

  • The community. Everyone has been welcoming since day one. Love the events and that people at the box get together outside of the box. Heading into CFA is definitely the highlight of my days.

Current Training Goals/PRs?matt3

  • Have had a goal in place of hitting a 225# snatch before 2016. I want 2 beef patties on each side of the bar. Also looking to hopefully compete in the Fittest Games. {UPDATE: He qualified!!!}

 What advice do you have for folks just starting out in CrossFit?

  • Greg Glassman had some great quote I can’t remember it, but basically don’t be afraid of looking stupid. In the beginning I always avoided things I didn’t think I could do or didn’t want to embarrass myself in front of everyone. Embrace the journey and sometimes that means epically failing in front of your box.

 What is your cheat meal go to? (We know about your Whataburger fixes 😉 )

  • Whiskey. Whataburger. Pizza. Crackers and cheese. Anything that I can fit into my face. Cheat days get real.

 Tell us about a moment you felt most proud of yourself during a workout.

  • Hitting a 255# overhead squat. Previous PR had been 225#, but saw someone on the whiteboard had hit 255#, so just decided to try and match it. Probably something I would have never attempted had I not seen that someone else had already done it.

If you could create a WOD and name it for yourself, what would it be?

  • 5 rounds for time: 400 m row, 10 power snatch @ 95# and 10 GHD sit ups.

What are your hobbies, interests and/or talents outside of CrossFit?matt1

  • HA! Interests outside of Crossfit. That’s a good one.

 Tell us something we don’t know about you…

  • I have Katy Perry and Ellie Goulding on my workout playlist. That’s right. #NoShameInMyGame

Longhorns or Aggies?

  • Bobcats

Leave the fine folks of CrossFit Austin with some parting words…

  • “This is how we do. Yeah. Chillin’ laid back straight stuntin’. Yeah we do it like that.” -KP