CrossFit Crescenta Valley

Visiting friends and dropped in. Coach Vaz very professional and friendly getting me checked it. Good class with necessary amount of instruction. Went multiple times that week. The workouts were hard, yet realistic. Coach Vaz sent a follow up email thanking me for dropping in. I travel about a month a year for work and this is the first time anyone ever followed up with a thank you for visiting. This is more than hobby or a job, it is a passion and it shows. Definitely my box of choice when in the area next time.

What YOU get at this box is like nowhere else! You get YES results, big TIME results, but you also get friendship; a family that sticks with YOU no matter what! What makes THIS workout special? It is the owner and HIS wife. They have hearts of Gold, they want you to succeed not only as a means to see you get healthier but also they want YOU to carry out ALL of your dreams. They want you to succeed not only in the box but outside the box as well! And it is because of this that they have been able to attract the most wonderful people to their locations. These 2 incredible people have become family to us and our 4 children… they were a Huge Catalyst not only in getting our bodies back but getting our life back. Take a LEAP of faith and GO try out a class-​YOU will NEVER ever regret it!!!

If you are considering joining Crossfit this is a great box; coaches are awesome and the classes are amazing. I would strongly recommend you check out a class.

I started working out at Crossfit Crescenta Valley one year ago. At the time, I was struggling with my weight and was just not motivated to get to the gym regularly. I very quickly got hooked to crossfit. It’s fun, intense, and works. I’ve dropped over 20 pounds over the last year and am now in the best shape of my life. Vaz is a great coach and a lot of fun. He recruits other great coaches, provides a fun atmosphere, and the classes are full of fun members. I love it!

I’ve attend ended over 300 classes and I couldn’t be happier with my progress! Check this box out, I’m sure you’ll love it!

I love coming here because the people are super friendly and I always get a good workout done! There is no other gym in the area that has the same vibe, intensity and passion for fitness that I have seen. They also sell some cool supplements I’ve never seen before — real high quality from what I can tell. I’ll be coming back again and again for a long time.

You see people laughing and looking like they’re having fun in some of these pictures. But, seriously, this place is NO joke! The workouts are super intense and the staff is very knowledgeable.
I knew I needed to get back into the gym, but I really had no idea how much I had let my fitness go. So, I’m suffering right now as I fight an uphill battle.
You can learn from my cautionary tale: if you’re fit, hold onto it. If you’re not so fit, work hard to get it back. If you need a good coach, a kick in the pants, or a motivated group to keep you focused, check this place out! I HIGHLY recommend it!

Damn I’ve heard about how intense cross fit is blah blah blah and they were right!!! I’ve done all the workout classes possible, pilates, yoga, bar method, rock climbing, but I have never had to work so hard to get myself to go to a work out class like cross fit. But seriously, after every single class I never regret going because you feel so good about yourself after. And it can be a bit intimidating because there are some pros in there but the teachers make sure you feel safe and you’re doing everything correctly. They really look for quality over quantity. They’re always emphasizing the importance of having good form first rather than getting all your reps done.

As a former collegiate athlete, I have always worked out. Even after college, I tried working out at a regular gym, P90X, and Insanity and honestly I never want to go back to any of that. I was nervous to start Crossfit because I thought that I wouldn’t be able to do it. But CrossFit Array is such an amazing place to workout — all the coaches are incredibly motivating and are ready to adapt workouts to all fitness levels. I felt welcome from day one and never felt like I needed to fit a certain fitness profile to fit in. I have never been this fit in my entire life, even compared to my college days where I was an active athlete. I love working out at Crossfit Array because the environment is so welcoming and the community is AMAZING. I love working out with every single member and coach and love Coach Vaz’s programming. It is challenging, but in the best way. I have been able to push myself way more than I thought possible and have accomplished so many fitness goals. Everyday is different and so rewarding! The coaches really care about your well-​being and help you in any way they can. I am excited to continue pushing my limits, increasing my strength, and working out at Array. I drive from West LA to workout here because it is worth it!!!

The following is a review that I post for the gym on their old Unilocal page back in 2012. Just cutting and pasting it here:
I was always curious about CrossFit, but I never went to check it out for a couple of reasons. 1) The class times never worked for me because my schedule revolved around two young children, so anything before 7:00 was impossible for me to make. 2) It was intimidating to see all these fit, shredded, good looking people lifting heavy weights and pulling themselves up bars. I’m just a very average person, so I didn’t think I’d fit in very well.
I recently moved to the area and saw this place one day when I was in Montrose for the Sunday Farmer’s Market. I noticed they had a later class, so I decided to check it out. On my first day, I almost died. I ain’t gonna lie. I was on the curb or on the stairs out back, leaned over with drool dripping shamelessly onto the concrete. I’m sure I was the last thing people coming out of Star Café or Black Cow Café wanted to see. But that was kinda my fault because I pushed myself too hard. Note that I pushed myself too hard, not the coach. In fact, Vaz (owner/​coach) was very supportive and would encourage me to take it easy (probably cuz he didn’t want me to faint in the middle of his gym). Despite that first physical breakdown, I was determined to come back.
And I’ve been going a couple of times a week since. I wish I could go more, but my schedule doesn’t allow it. I think what brought me back and what keeps bringing me back is the challenge of pushing myself every session. Granted, I’ve learned not to try and be a hero like I did the first day. The workouts are always so varied, it never gets boring. One of the best parts of the place are the people. Everyone there is so supportive. It’s not a meathead meeting like I thought it might be. Everyone wants everyone else to succeed, and there definitely is a sense of camaraderie. One of the best benefits of going to a place like this as opposed to your local gym or YMCA is that there is accountability. You have someone pushing you (don’t worry, they don’t get in your face military style) and others going through it with you. I’ve seen all types of people in my classes, from those that are training to compete in the CrossFit games to overweight people (this includes me) trying to simply live a healthier lifestyle, men and women. There really is no reason to be intimidated. Everyone is so supportive here.
I think the first trial class is free. So if you’re reading this, you’re probably already curious about trying it out. Free class means you have nothing to lose except some calories and sweat.

If you are looking to commit to being physically fit, I truly believe Crossfit Array can get you there in the most efficient way possible. As a mom of two young children, I needed an exercise plan that would keep me accountable, motivated, and get me results in the least amount of time. I’ve been a member for over a year and am not bored! In my opinion, this is better than personal training because you are working out with a small group of peers who are pushing you to do your personal best. Even though it’s an intense work out, the coaches are laid-​back and friendly.

Coming from a person who absolutely despises the gym and once hated the thought of working out… I have to say I am addicted to CrossFit. After my first experience with it, I thought I would never get into it, then I came to Crossfit Array (which is 40 MINUTES AWAY from my house). I loved Vaz (the coach and owner). He made me feel safe and really worked with me on my form and making sure that I knew this was going to be challenging but rewarding. Seven months later, I drive 40 min three times a week to work out and I have never looked and felt better.
One thing I really love about this place, aside from the awesome coaches is the amazing and friendly members. Everyone is so encouraging and nice and it only makes the experience better.
Also, they have weekly-​monthly events and member challenges which I love.
If you’re looking for a Crossfit gym that doesn’t have an ego, this is the place to go.

Today was my first time attempting Crossfit and it was so great that at one pt I thought I might throw up. Vaz made sure I knew how to do the moves correctly by demonstrating them for me and then watching and correcting me. Ingri was teaching my class today and she has such great energy and even changed up the work out plan to make it a lil easier for this newbie. I will try to go back tomorrow if I can get out of bed lol
BTW first 2 classes are free!

I’ve lost 50lbs since November 2012 when I started. Vaz saved my life. Trust me this is the box to belong to. We are all one big family headed by our SENSEI VAZ. Intensity, Precision, and Compassion. GET SOME!

I absolutely love this place! Coming from someone who had a hard time finding a work out régime that I enjoyed doing and saw results, I could not ask for a better gym. I had tried everything from Pilates to Wundabar, working out a 24 hour fitness, training for races, boot camp, everything! And nothing has gotten me as excited and motivated about my fitness as Crossfit Array has. Also no other work out has given me the results that crossfit has. I can honestly saw I am in the best shape I have ever been in! I was intimidated at first being a girl and thinking that crossfit was mostly male dominated, but after my first class I knew I had nothing to worry about. The instructors are amazing and they really personalize the work outs to you, ensuring that you are comfortable and are not doing anything that would put you in danger of getting hurt. They set goals for you and assist you along every step of the way to make sure you get the results you are looking for! And as far as price, it may seem a little expensive at first but it is worth every penny. You really get your money’s worth with the flexible work out schedule and personal attention you receive. Plus it is one of the more affordable crossfit gyms I have seen compared to others in the area. Everyone who is a member there is really nice and welcoming, making it really easy to fit right in. The first class is free, and trust me after one class you will be addicted!

Vaz is a great instructor. Will definitely sign up for more classes again :)

Just got out of my first free lesson. Wow… that was a good work out. My first exposure to this «crossfitting» stuff and it was great. Definitely a doable workout and a more efficient way to go somewhere where you’ll actually be motivated to do the workouts instead of sitting around at the 24 hour fitness waiting for people to get off their machines… Also good for me cuz it’s only 1 hour a day and doesn’t mess with my schedule. Don’t know if I’m going to sign up for it but I would motivate anyone to at least take advantage of the free workout…
Also my first time reviewing a gym… Don’t really have a star scale system for gyms yetbut if its a good workout then this place gets 5 stars for sure. Also they provide towels and showers… definitely a plus.

Awesome place to to work out, very clean, nice place and very motivating and helpful staff and members.