Chuckwalla Fitness

Phoenix, 10 E Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020 | ★ 5 (85 Review)

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Chuckwalla Fitness is a functional fitness gym in north-central Phoenix designed to target the fitness goals and needs of everyone, no matter where they are in their fitness journey. Everyone has a place here.

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joey duris

★ 5

We dropped in while on vacation and had a great class. The coach was knowledgeable and easy to interact with. I would highly recommend this Crossfit gym!

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Nate Hines

★ 5

Ideal example of a solid Crossfit box in Central Phoenix - Great People, hard work, tons of space and great equipment

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Leah Wilson

★ 5

Dropped in for a class while visiting from out of town and had a great time. The staff were kind and welcoming and helped me modify the workout based on my needs. Plus child care was included!

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Alyssa

★ 5

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Quinn Leverenz

★ 5

Great experience. Welcoming staff and members, and a great workout. Would recommend.

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P. W.

★ 3

Looks great, but they charge you $25 for a 15-minute meeting to go sign up. Maybe that is not a big deal for some people, but it was a red flag and turned me off.

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Bob Mackey

★ 5

I dropped in at the last minute for a workout.
The registration and online experience was fast and efficient.
The coaches were very friendly, experienced, and knowledgeable. The members were very welcoming.
Great atmosphere and enthusiasm.

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KS Peters

★ 5

I came here for two drop in classes in early November, and it was an incredibly welcoming, fun, inclusive environment. The workouts were great, and I really appreciate when a gym doesn't have a list of a bunch of different versions/scales of the workout but instead states the RX workout and the coaches modify it on an individual basis. That's what this gym does and I think it shows the caliber of coaching. Both coaches I took classes with were encouraging and top notch skill-wise. They gave really great cues, as well as excellent scales for my fitness level. All the members were also really friendly and went out of their way to say hello and make me feel at home. This seems like a wonderful gym community and one I will absolutely come back and visit next time I'm in Phoenix. If I lived here, this would be my spot.

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albert henderson

★ 4

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Carter

★ 5

Dropped in while visiting Phoenix. The process to join a class is straightforward. When I arrived, the coach and entire community were welcoming and the workout challenging. Will return next time in Phoenix!

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Angie Green

★ 5

Awesome experience at Chuckwalla, coach was super knowledgeable and worked with me on bracing in my jerk. I’ll definitely be back anytime I’m in the valley!

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Celeste T.

★ 5

Great gym and friendly environment. I did a drop in session and everyone was welcoming. I’d definitely go back if I lived closer.

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John Caughlan

★ 5

Very friendly staff my son really enjoys his Monday and Wednesday class always looking forward to his workout

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Jacob LeQuire

★ 5

Incredible CrossFit gym in Phoenix. Very family oriented and childcare is included in your membership for the 9am and 4:30pm classes. 10/10 recommend.

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Stephanie Ricedorf-Kotts

★ 5

Amazing use and organization of a great space!! Great community, staff, and humble owner! Dropped in while visiting Phoenix and will definitely drop in next time in town.

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LEA QUINCI

★ 5

Awesome place! Very welcoming and friendly!

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Jane Imboden

★ 5

Dropped in at Chuckwalla twice over the weekend. Great staff and friendly members.

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Anna Dodd

★ 5

I love Chuckwalla. Everyone is super friendly. I’m really conscious about avoiding injuries. They coaches are really good about watching form and providing feedback.

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Kelly Shane

★ 5

I started at Chuckwalla about 3 months ago and can say confidently that you do not find many places like this. First, the coaches are not only knowledgeable but they really care about you and your fitness goals. No matter what level of fitness from beginner to expert they will challenge you and encourage you along your fitness journey. Second, the community of people found at Chuckwalla is second to none. Everyday you are met with friendly hellos and welcoming energy from members who cheer each other on while working hard (and, in addition to all the workout fun, there are bookclubs and celebrations with invitations extended to those who also want to connect outside the gym as well). I am so happy I got over my fear of walking in the door and excited to continue on my fitness journey with Chuckwalla.

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Jayce Elliston

★ 5

Awesome community gym!!

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Keith Imig

★ 5

I can’t say enough great things about this place. I’ve been here for a few years now and right from the start it felt like home. I’ve been doing CrossFit in the valley for a decade now and I couldn’t imagine being at another gym. My wife actually found this gym having never done CrossFit before shortly after her pregnancy with our son. They offer childcare and made it easy for her to get back into fitness by scaling exercises in ways that she needed. The gym is very family/community oriented and is welcoming to everyone. When it comes to the workouts they are approachable for anyone at any fitness level and challenging enough for even the elite athletes. The coaching is a great balance between informative and engaging without being aggressive or ego based. There’s a large emphasis on proper form and mechanics to progress safely. They’re not going to tell you to do more than you’re capable and they will push you to do more only when appropriate. It’s the first place I have felt comfortable enough to set aside ego and work on weaknesses instead of only always chasing the next weight. I’m in my late thirties and in the Army’s Infantry and because of this gym I am running circles around some of the young guys in my unit.

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Lisa Harding

★ 5

Absolutely love this gym! Coaches are phenomenal, classes are always challenging yet scalable for those of us in less prime seasons of working out. Overall I feel better, have way more energy and feel so much stronger since coming to Chuckwalla. The people here are so friendly and welcoming as well. So grateful this awesome gym has childcare without which I wouldn't be able to have come!!

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Brittany Whitney

★ 5

Chuckwalla is more than just a place to workout. They create a welcoming community environment! Does not matter how long you have been coming or even how long you have been away, you can tell that you are always welcome!

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Paulina Martin Clelland

★ 5

Let me do you a favor: join Chuckwalla. I tried almost every other CrossFit gym in the Phoenix area (so you don’t have to). Chuckwalla is THE place. Best programming and the best members. I’m stronger, faster, and happier than ever! 😊 I moved to Phoenix from Boston and was invested not only in finding a great workout but in finding a family. I wake up excited every day to go to the gym because I get to see my favorite people. Come join us! We would love to have you!

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Shruthi Prakash

★ 5

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Mary Hazdovac

★ 5

Best gym ever!

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Anthony Blusiewicz

★ 5

Great Gym, Great Coaches, Great Community, Great Owner!!!

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Heather Lunsford

★ 5

Chuckwalla Fitness and owner and head coach John Hazdovac are the best around. Period. I cannot speak highly enough about this gym and the community that comes with it. I began one on one training sessions with John in May 2023. I have continued those as well as transitioned to participating in the CrossFit classes and the running club John runs on the weekends. The experience has been more than I could have anticipated and is absolutely phenomenal.

Chuckwalla Fitness offers a supportive environment for those who are seasoned and in shape athletes with extensive CrossFit experience and those who are trying it for the first time and wanting to work on their overall fitness and wellness (this would be me). Everyone there, from the coaches, to the existing members, have all been so very welcoming, supportive, and helpful. It is truly a judgment free zone as we all work towards becoming our best selves regardless of the fitness level we are currently at.

The coaches at Chuckwalla Fitness are AMAZING. They are extremely knowledgeable, helpful, supportive, and invested in seeing each person succeed. Being new to CrossFit, I am encountering several things which I have never done or even heard of before. However, the coaches are always there to walk me thru each step and move and show me alternative moves if needed. I never feel overwhelmed or intimidated by the moves or workouts as I have the coaches there to support. You never feel alone or out on an island left to figure it out on your own.

I have only been a member for about 1.5 months, but I already feel part of a family. John Hazdovac, the owner, likely does not know this, but he truly has changed my life for the better in this short amount of time. Hitting my sessions with John and hitting the gym in general has become my favorite part of the day. The energy and environment there out of this world and it truly does feel like a home away from home.

This place rocks, bottom line. The works outs will challenge you and you for sure will get results, but it is truly so much more that than. I highly recommend Chuckwalla Fitness!

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Kayla Arellano

★ 5

Amazing community and gym. Welcome all types of athletes and levels! The child care is MUCH appreciative! Thank you for making us feel at home!

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Anthony Suarez

★ 5

In the past I have been a member of most big box gyms and a member of two other CrossFit/Fitness boxes. Chuckwalla is hands down the best. Chuckwalla gets 5 stars because they excel in the 4 C’s (Coaching, Classes, Community, and Culture).

All of the coaches at chuckwalla are knowledgeable, caring, and passionate about what they do. Whether you have been lifting your whole life or have never done if before. The coaches are patient and helpful with any and every lift or movement.

The programming in the classes is planned and well thought out. There is a rhythm and intentional progression to help you reach your goals. With childcare, barbell club, run club, in-house competitions, open gym, get jacked programming, there is something for everyone.

The culture at Chuckwalla is absolutely amazing. It truly is a welcoming environment. When I first joined I was met with smiles, handshakes, and genuine people who welcomed me to the gym. You do not have to be intimidated stepping foot into this gym!

Finally, the “C” that puts the C in Chuckwalla - Community! The people of Chuckwalla make this the best gym. You don’t get community like this in a box gym! And some of the other CrossFit/Fitness gyms I’ve been a part of have had toxic communities. You will find that the community at Chuckwalla is what makes Chuckwalla the premiere gym in the Phoenix/Sunnyslope area. The community at Chuckwalla is 5⭐️!

Your emotional, mental, social, and physical health will be changed for the better at Chuckwalla.

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Sarah Silver

★ 5

Where do I start? Chuckwalla is hands down the best gym I’ve ever belonged to! I’ve been a member for 4 years (I think??) and it’s always been a positive experience. You will find the absolute best people in Central Phoenix here - the community is the most fun & most supportive. The gym welcomes all ages and abilities, whether you’ve been working out your whole life or just decided to start. It doesn’t matter, all workouts can be made for any level. Everyone belongs here and it’s the second family you didn’t know you needed! It’s the perfect combination of letting you do your own thing with their open gym option or encouraging you to try new things like a competition, barbell club or even running with their run club! Moving down to Central & leaving my previous gym, it was so hard to find a new gym and this place has been the greatest! If you are on the fence, I encourage you to take the leap & join. 🎉

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Brad Spies

★ 5

I recently joined this Chuckwalla and it's been a great experience. The members and coaches are encouraging and challenge you for your personal level of experience and fitness. The sessions are efficient, getting in and out in just one hour. The supervised child care makes it super family-friendly. I genuinely can't recommend this place enough!

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Laura Middleton

★ 5

Safe, non-judgmental, family friendly community. I couldn’t imagine going anywhere else.

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Andrew Cottrell

★ 5

Phenomenal experience! What a great community. People of all walks of life encouraging each other to be consistent and have fun working hard together. My goal, win the games for the over 100 age group!

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Christina Lopez

★ 5

Chuckwala is simply put an amazing community! Invested ownership! Childcare offered! Awesome programming and options for all levels!

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Kristen Rosenberg

★ 5

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Kaitlin King

★ 5

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Ashley Rodrigues

★ 5

I can't say enough positive things about Chuckwalla. It's an absolute gem, and my experience there has been nothing short of exceptional.

The community at Chuckwalla is unparalleled. It's a place where people of all fitness levels come together to support and motivate one another. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, you'll find a warm and welcoming atmosphere that encourages personal growth and fosters lasting friendships.

The coaching at Chuckwalla is second to none. The coaches are not only highly knowledgeable and skilled but also genuinely passionate about what they do. They take the time to understand your individual goals and tailor workouts to suit your needs, ensuring you get the most out of every session. Their guidance and expertise have helped me achieve results I never thought possible.

When you step into Chuckwalla, you're not just joining a gym; you're joining a family. The supportive and inclusive environment makes it easy to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for fitness. I've spent countless hours here, not only because of the fantastic workouts but also because it feels like a home away from home.

If I could give Chuckwalla 12/10 stars, I would.

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Amy Blackwell

★ 5

Wonderful gym with great programming and awesome community!

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Joe Makston

★ 5

Amazing place to workout, always a challenge. Solid community of people.

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Nancy Vanacore

★ 5

I’ve been a member of Chuckwalla Fitness for 3 years. It’s the best functional fitness gym in the central Phoenix Area. John, the coaches and members are so welcoming to everyone. I encourage anyone to come try it out. The workouts are for any fitness level!

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Joel Nevius

★ 5

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GilbertandMichelle Mancilla

★ 5

Great coaches. Highly recommend.

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Connor Colao

★ 5

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Connor Shubin

★ 5

Awesome gym! Great and encouraging members, and the coaches assure that everyone is in the same page when it comes to the exercises and the workouts! I have family who are members, so I make it a priority to drop in whenever I’m in town! Definitely a great gym that tailors to any level of experience or fitness level! It’s ALWAYS a fun time dropping in! Id give it more stars if I could

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Briya Serrano

★ 5

I love this place! I found this little box when I first moved to Phoenix 2 years ago and I can't stay away. The workouts are challenging but fun when you do them with friends. A great family friendly gym with daycare for some of the classes. Do yourself a favor and workout HERE!

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Weston Berg

★ 5

The kids class is amazing. Coach Will is awesome with the kids. He has made my son enjoy going to the gym and I'm seeing vast improvements in his confidence. He tells me how much fitter he feels and that he's seeing changes in his body. The most important thing Coach Will does in my view is provide support and encouragement while still pushing them to do their best. He is also very knowledgeable about proper form and how to properly exercise. I couldn't be happier with the way the class has gone for my son and could not recommend his class more.

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Mo Diallo

★ 5

Loving my time here so far! You should come join us. The music and workout is lit!

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suzan black

★ 5

I joined this box 2 years ago. They are a wonderful community of very friendly, caring folks! The coaches are the absolute best I’ve ever worked with. I’ve been to other CrossFit boxes but never progressed like I have at Chuckwalla. The gym is very inclusive to everyone, and the coaches really care about making each athlete the best he/she can be. Thanks Chuckwalla for truly epitomizing just how great fitness can be! Come try this box! You won’t be disappointed!

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Philip Nyepon

★ 4

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Antonio De la torre

★ 5

Great place. Friendly people

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Brett Purcell

★ 5

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peyton mcchesney

★ 5

Great gym. Always a good work out. Excellent coaching and community.

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Phillip Marcy

★ 5

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Insure Idaho

★ 5

Chuckwalla reignited my love for Crossfit! Since joining in February I have PR'd all my lifts and I have made so many wonderful friends. The community is amazing and I look forward to it every day!

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Gracelyn Smith

★ 5

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David Solis

★ 5

Is a great place to start your fitness goals. Every one treat you as super athlete not like outsider. Highly recommend.

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jesse weber

★ 5

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Asa Holly

★ 5

Great place to workout. Good coaches to help you scale as needed.

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Mike Capps

★ 5

I've visited this box twice now from out of town, and had a great experience both times! The coaching is excellent, the facility is great, the members are very welcoming, and the workouts are well designed. Always great to drop in here, looking forward to next time!

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Ira Latham

★ 5

Great gym, awesome coaches and community!

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Alexy Sanchez

★ 5

I’m so happy to be part off this amazing gym , as soon you get in to the gym, you can feel the beautiful energy, happiness, the good attitude of the couches , trying to help everyone, for me it’s hard to comunicación about exercise because my inglés it’s not to good, but they always make me feel welcome, I recommend chuckwalla CrossFit 💯 with all my heart I love this gym 💪🏻❤️

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Christopher Priebe

★ 5

Great community of people. The environment is welcoming and energetic, the coaching is attentive and on point, and the camaraderie is felt all around, no matter what level you are at in your Crossfit journey. Plus, I love how involved in the community they are!

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nina gregg

★ 5

Their coaches are very nice. I never feel excluded like I have felt at other crossfits

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Jennifer Ramón

★ 5

I'm a delivery person for a meal prep service and I come here weekly to drop off for clients. It seems like a no-nonsense kind of gym. They have child care also 😊.

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Justin Smith

★ 5

I just want to say. John and everyone at Chuckwalla was instrumental in my fitness journey. I only worked out there for a few months, but in that time they showed me how to do exercises the RIGHT way. They gave me confidence I have used to continue to push myself to be the best version of me!! I’ll never forget when Chris one of the coaches came up to me after I was the last to finish a WOD and profusely apologized because he didn’t properly scale a workout for me. He wanted me to feel good about what I accomplished and no one likes to be the last one to finish!! I hope to go back again someday!

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Jeff Cook

★ 5

Plain and simple the Chuckwalla crossfit program gets results. I've lost 22 pounds in 90 days and back to college weight and build. John and his staff are friendly and knowledgeable. There is no pressure, plenty of scaled options so you can maximize the program and results that make sense for you. I highly recommend Chuckwalla.

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Denise Schneider

★ 5

I did a drop in class while visiting AZ. The people were friendly, the gym is very clean and great equipment. If I lived there I know which Crossfit gym I would join.

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David Solis

★ 5

This gym it's a great place to train and the owner John has so much knowledge and world class athlete he can put you on the right track.

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Anthony Calhoun

★ 5

Chuckwalla is a great friendly place to work out with some great people.

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Josh Thames

★ 5

Huge win! The owner/coach John was very welcoming and created a great environment. The culture among the members felt like a family dynamic and also a healthy level of competition to make sure you worked hard!

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Emilio Armand

★ 5

My favorite gym closed a couple years ago and I thought that my only two choices was to join one of the large name brand gyms here in Phoenix, or drive all the way to Scottsdale and pay a fortune for one of those boutique gyms. I ended up joining one of the large corporate gyms but I hardly went because it was very impersonal and I preferred the guidance and motivation of group workout classes. The classes they had were inconvenient with my work schedule, and frankly, they were very generic! So I said enough is enough and I then went out on a mission and looked up about 10 gyms in my area that offered group classes. I was determined to try them all so that I could find the perfect fit for me! After trying out a few, something was still missing. Until I found Chuckwalla that is. As soon as I tried one of their CrossFit classes, I had a feeling my search was over and Chuckwalla was going to be my new gym. I was right, I have been there for almost a year and I have not been disappointed. My favorite things about Chuckwalla are the wide range of class times, the free (no commitment) week to try the gym, the super clean and cool setup, the central location, and the variety of group classes that work all areas of my body. I am also super social so I like that everyone is friendly and it feels like one big family. I don’t have kids but they have a small daycare, so if you do have kids, they have a fun place to keep them entertained while you workout. I would definitely say Chuckwalla is a gem here in central Phoenix.

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Aaron Vessey

★ 5

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Christopher Colombi

★ 5

Great box in north central Phoenix. Coach John is an exceptional athlete that comes up with creative WODs and strength programming. You can try them out free for a week!

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Wilmer Perez

★ 5

I am from Tennessee and I was looking for a place to workout. I stumbled to this place thanks to Google, y'all need to check out this box. The coach knows what he is talking about and he is very well seasoned. A kind environment and very welcoming. Please, y'all need to check it out!

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E N

★ 5

Best CrossFit gym in Cen Pho

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James Hyde

★ 5

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Christopher Troyer

★ 5

I stumbled across this gym using google maps looking for a CrossFit gym near my home. There were a couple others but Chuckwalla turned out to be the perfect fit for me and my family. The atmosphere is supportive and while we compete everyone roots for everyone. What really worked for my family is that it is very kid friendly with supervised childcare during certain classes. This was a major plus as my son is 1 1/2 years old and can't just hang out in a kids zone without an adult yet. This allows my wife and I to workout together and my son really enjoys playing with his new friends. I have been going for only a month now and already feel stronger. This is the first time since High School sports that I have actually looked forward to working out and going to the gym. I attribute this to the varied workouts, atmosphere, and great coaches. If you are looking for a CrossFit box I would definitely give Chuckwalla a try and I am sure you will not be disappointed!

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Lauren Koemans

★ 5

This gym is very family friendly, providing a safe and supervised kid zone while parents workout! John is a great coach, you can tell each athlete is important to him. He provides tough workouts with lots of variety. A solid warm up is followed with strength or skill work then the workout! Small space but used efficiently. Clean and plenty of equipment! The whole environment is motivating and encouraging. We have just expanded the building offering a lot of more free space! We love our guests!

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Colleen Anderson

★ 5

Don't wait! Start today! This gym is welcoming, friendly and most importantly, provides an AMAZING workout! I was new to Crossfit and am loving it!

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Jarad Carbajal

★ 5

Coach John is great! The box is friendly and welcomes athletes of all levels. I am happy to call CHUCKWALLA CROSSFIT my home.

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Tim Winzeler

★ 5

I am not a fitness guy and I was terrified to try cross fit, but I am very glad I did.

Chuckwalla Crossfit was a blast. You are partnered up and everyone works out as a group. All the people there are very encouraging, and it is welcoming to all body types and fitness levels.

The best part is I can understand why people get hooked. I felt so good after my workout. I can't recommend this place enough and John (the owner) is very encouraging and a fantastic guy!

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Marilyn Mena-Scott

★ 5

Best hour of my day is spent at Chuckwalla!

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Manny Valente

★ 5

Best Crossfit gym in Phoenix.. Great owners, awesome workouts and just a great group of people to train with ..

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Justin Dennery

★ 5

Chuckwalla Crossfit is awesome! Having been new to Crossfit this great community of people welcomed me and coached me through proper techniques and form.
What I love most, is every workout can be modified and there is not this intimidating feeling of not being in shape enough to doing it!

I highly recommend this "box"!

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