CrossFit 714

1251 W Katella Ave, Orange, CA 92867, USA

Address:	1251 W Katella Ave, Orange, CA 92867, USA
Phone:	+1 714-904-8238
Site:	crossfit714.com
Rating:	5
Working:	5AM–7:30PM 5AM–7:30PM 5AM–7:30PM 5AM–7:30PM 5AM–6:15PM 8–11:30AM Closed

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Reviews 5

Max Kim

My 40th birthday was fast approaching and I was 40 pounds overweight, dealing with serious health issues like chronic kidney stones, high blood pressure, anemia and a large mass in the middle of my back. I was also recovering from major shoulder reconstruction surgery as well as surgery to my ankle and wrist. In short, I was falling apart physically and having trouble keeping up with my two sons (ages 7 & 5). All this was taking a toll on me psychologically as well. I was scared. I had just seven months until my birthday and I was definitely on the back nine of life. I had heard about CrossFit, but that mountain seemed insurmountable. I was pretty athletic in a past life, but thought the CrossFit gym would be intimidating and unwelcoming. Then, in January 2015, with the support of my wife Cindy and my business partner John, I found the courage to step into CF714! My singular goal was to get into the best shape of my life! From Day One, I was welcomed with open arms. All of my fears about being too injury-prone or too out of shape to keep up were laid to rest. My amazing coaches made all the difference. I may be biased, but my coaches, Michelle and Perris are by far, the most inspirational and motivational people at CF714! Their professionalism and depth of knowledge about fitness is unsurpassed…and I’m speaking from personal, unsuccessful experience at number of other gyms. Thank you Michelle and Perris! Now, I look forward to greeting all of my friends at CF714 with hugs and kisses. I’ve learned so many new movements in my short time at CF714, from “cleans” to “snatches”, but my current favorite is the rope climb. I have grown to love this movement because on my first day at CF714, I had to tackle the rope climb. I was terrified…of falling and of failing. But, up I went. Sure enough, I get about half way up the rope and stopped. And then I slid down way too fast, resulting in a pretty bad rope burn on my hands and legs! I resolved that day to not give up and to make the rope climb without any fear or hesitation. Today, because of my strength training and the WODs, I am able to climb the rope 14-20 times! I LOVE CF714! CrossFit has transformed my entire life! I am undeniably and forever changed. At home, I now pick up my kids without hesitation or worry that my weak shoulders will buckle and I have seemingly unlimited energy to play with the boys. My kidney stones have stopped forming, my blood pressure is now back at an acceptable level and my anemia is manageable. I’ve lost that 40 pounds of sedentary lifestyle and my doctor has stopped being my most frequented friend, replaced by my friends at CF714 five days a week! At my company, my dedication to fitness has significantly and positively impacted the office culture, with everyone now striving to live a healthier lifestyle.

Darrin Schwehr

Ive been a member at this gym for 4 years. I do not live in Orange. I commute to this gym. Theres a reason (or several) for that. Im not without bias, but Crossfit 714 is truly an incredible gym. The facility is awesome. The owner takes great pride in the gyms cleanliness as well as what equipment he can provide to members. The gym is spacious, easy to get to, and parking is ample. The trainers are committed to focusing on solid form and stability over just beating the clock (and therefore risk getting injured). This doesnt mean theyre unrealistic. Theyll still push you if they recognize the capability you have. But theyll encourage you to ease back if your ambition far exceeds your ability. The members here are welcoming and fun, even in the early morning classes! All ages of members with a variety of backgrounds and personal interests work out here and the trainers encourage meeting new members and guests before workouts. Everyone can struggle and accomplish at their own levels. No matter how insignificant an obstacle may seem to you, if its an accomplishment for someone in the gym its worth praising. If youre not giving it your all, youll be called out on it. Thats the kind of encouragement and reality the members give here. On a personal level, this gym is like family to me. I put up with BS here as you might with your own family, but Im also held accountable for my own BS (which usually involve really bad health choices). Crossfit is expensive. Everyone knows this by now. But the value at which I give the motivation, accountability, comaraderie, education, support and overall fitness attained is priceless. Ive tried other fitness programs--spin class, cardio kickboxing, at-home 90-day DVDS. It was too easy to quickly lose interest in those programs and I hated the "everyone is judging me" feeling I got in the big-chain gyms, not to mention their pushy selling. If youre able to give that kind of focus to doing the same movements over and over, thats excellent! I give you kudos. But I need a fellowship of people that can keep me going, who dont care if I was fat or skinny as long as I truly gave an effort to move. Thats why I chose to go to a Crossfit gym, and especially why I love Crossfit 714.

Christie Chapman

CrossFit 714 is more than just a gym. It’s a community of friends and family. The challenges and gym events keep you motivated and make you feel like part of the team. I’ve done the globo-gym thing, boxing, zumba… nothing has come close to what this place has done for me. One of the best parts of this gym is watching new members join and watching them transform their bodies and minds. From young college kids, moms of three, and grandpas – everyone has a place here. This place teaches you how to push past your comfort level, dig deep, and be the best that you can be. The amazing trainers and coaches make me look forward to my daily work outs. They motivate, encourage, and honestly care about your success. If you need help with your Olympic lifts – they have a coach for that. If you have nutritional questions – they have a coach for that. If you want a female perspective – they have a coach for that. Their genuine interest in your success is what makes this place work.

Patrick Di Dodo

Great coaching, very clean facility! Crossfit 714 offers a wide variety of class times. Very managable for everybodys busy schedule. The gym is always improving. As Crossfit evolves day to day into an elite source of optimal fitness, so does the gym. Crossfit 714 definately has high standards in place.

Chris Drobish

I have been working out here for the last 5 years. They do a great job of training as well as challenging me to work hard and give my all. The coaches are among the best Ive ever had. The gym is always clean and has top notch equipment. You cant go wrong!