★ 5

What an amazing environment Karhu is. The coaches are elite and break down every movement, I love their expertise, they walk the walk. Every time I leave Karhu, I feel motivated and inspired by everyone coming in and out of those doors. Michael and Jessica have created a wonderful culture and cannot recommend visiting this gym enough!

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★ 5

Awesome gym, with a killer community. Came by for a competition and look forward to dropping.

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★ 5

Can y’all please turn down the music at 6:00 AM? I have the bass pounding through my apartment behind the building. And there is not a phone number listed to call. I really don’t want to call 311. Thank you.

Update: it is 2 months later and now I’m awake at 6:15 after being sick last night and it’s even louder than usual. Please understand that some of us have to work out at night and get sleep in the morning time. Please turn it down.

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★ 5

What an amazing gym! I’m visiting Austin for a day and dropped in to CrossFit Jaakarhu for open gym. All the coaches and members were incredibly welcoming and friendly. The facility is top-notch, and the atmosphere is inspiring. I highly recommend checking this place out if you’re looking for a great spot to train!

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★ 3

probably a great gym. but they blast music at 6am and early mornings which wake me and other residents up who live in the apartment complex next to it

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★ 5

Awesome gym with friendly and knowledgeable coaches. Will definitely drop in again if I am back in Austin.

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★ 5

My friends and I were visiting from Madison WI and were fortunate to do a drop in class at CF Jaakarhu (Finnish for polar bear). Coach Mike made it super easy to sign up and answered all our email questions. Coach Jen and coach Mike were phenomenal. They were funny, friendly and made us feel like we’ve been working out there for years and we were old friends! THIS is what we love about CF. We were not planning on another drop in class, but we had so much fun, we are going back! CrossFit!!! 👏

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★ 5

I can't speak highly enough about this organization. I actually own another fitness studio practically nextdoor to Jääkarhu, and it's been a wonderful experience. Both our offerings focus on strength, but each have our unique/effective approach. We're a great complement to one another. I must say, their programming and educational content is nothing short of professional. Their kind & inclusive community is one all studios should emulate.
Thank you guys for being such fantastic neighbors!
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★ 5

Great place to workout! - Lorenzo Fowler

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★ 5

Large space great staff limit and outdated equipment

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★ 5

Everyone here is incredibly welcoming no matter your skill, experience, or background. The coaches are all knowledgeable and helpful and really cool people on top of it all.

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★ 5

Great facility, great community, great coaches!

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★ 5

Loved this place! Great for a drop in and coaches are great!

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★ 5

Best CrossFit ever. The best coaches. The best people.

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★ 5

Instructors are knowledgeable and will work closely with you to achieve your fitness goals. My first experience in cross fit and I'm in love with it!

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★ 1

I have to hear the weights drop these CrossFit people slam every day. It’s lovely to listen to in my overpriced apartment. Thank you. Love hearing the ground shake.

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★ 5

Incredible coaching and a wonderful community. Absolutely the best CrossFit gym in Texas.

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I only went there to have some custom made outdoor weights evaluated and the person evaluating them did not do a very good job. Complained about one set of openings being to small without looking at the other side to see the larger openings. No place special, just another CrossFit obsessed crowd.

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★ 5

Amazing coaches and amazing community. At Karhu there is an atmosphere that will bring out the best in anyone who trains there. Whether it is a dream to be competitive in sport or lose 100lbs, this place can get you there.

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★ 5

Great coaches! Great community. We've been here for 4 months now and in the best shape of our life!

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More than a gym, the people of Karhu Strength create a safe and accepting space where I go to escape daily pressures and focus on my health. A year in, the daily workouts continue to feel fresh and challenging. This combined with the social element, membership feels as family.

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★ 5

Dropped into Karhu for an AM workout and had a great time. Jess was welcoming and the class was great, heavy freakin thrusters not so much. Thanks for the workout 🤙

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★ 5

I've been going here for about 6 months now and I love every bit of it. The coaches are top-notch- highly knowledgeable and super friendly. The community is great too, I've met some amazing people who are not only amazing athletes but also super nice/cool people. They're competitive and encouraging at the same time. I tried quite a few boxes before joining Karhu and I'm so happy with my decision!

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Coach Steven is the best there is!

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★ 5

Best in Austin hands down

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★ 5

Best coaches and community in town.

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★ 5

Amazing gym and community! Quality coaches that are second to none. They program with a purpose, this is huge. All fitness levels welcome! Have been a member here for over 2 years and can’t imagine being anywhere else. If you’re thinking about getting started, don’t wait - you are welcome here!

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I visited Karhu for a month when I was in Austin! It was such an amazing experience. The coaching was top notch and the programming was so thoughtful and fun but best part was definitely the welcoming community!

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★ 5

The box is about what you’d expect from a CrossFit gym. Good equipment, knowledgeable coaches and the peasant clientele.
***UPDATE***
Originally I had taken off two stars because of an experience we had with ordering merchandise from Karhu. They saw the review, reached out to my wife (which would have taken a little bit of detective work) and wanted to make it right. It turns out the email she originally sent just slipped through the cracks and the only other ways of reaching them were via social media outlets that we don't really use. In short, Karhu pays attention to their Google reviews and doesn't shy away from doing some leg work in order to address complaints. 5/5!

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Hanging out with our friend Sara Molz! Thanks for the great workout CrossFit Jääkarhu!!

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★ 5

Every time I write a review I try to think of a reason to not give 4 stars because 5 stars suggests perfection with no room to improve and yet here I am handing out another 5 star review. This place deserves 11 stars. The location, equipment, people, programming, coaching, accessibility, etc., etc., etc. all deserve their own 5 star review. If you're from out of town, I can't imagine finding a better experience for a drop in. If you're local, what are you waiting for? Some of us have to fly in from Philly and wake up early after eating way too much brisket to access this community and you could just go every day. Take advantage, you will not regret it!

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★ 5

Coaches are welcoming and friendly. I really enjoyed the energy they brought to the sessions I joined in on. They take you through a great dynamic warm-up, demonstrate proper positioning with scaling options, and they pay attention to detail and quality of movement. When a large majority of all the athletes move well you know there’s some great coaching going on. The members are also inviting, not like most places which is really nice. Overall awesome experience! Anytime I am in Austin I will definitely be dropping into this box.

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★ 5

I stopped by for a noon drop in and was welcomed quickly by the coaches and staff and participated in a fun class with an emom of snatches for strength and a 10 min AMRAP. The gym was very spacious and handed a class of about 20 easily with two coaches. I will look this gym up again when I am in the area.

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★ 5

For the unintimidated

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★ 5

This gym is the best crossfit in Austin. I was intimidated at first, but the community here is so welcoming! The coaches are some of the best you will find, and it’s awesome to see them support us all inside and outside the gym.

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★ 5

I could not be any more satisfied with my experience at Jääkarhu. I am new to CrossFit and felt the stereotypical intimidation before going for my trial week as a first time CrossFit’er. That feeling melted away once I walked through the doors and was warmly welcomed into the Karhu community. The culture at Jääkarhu is amazing. You can tell the leaders and coaches have spent a lot of time investing in their programming, each other, and their clients. I have had the pleasure of working with and being coached by Jessica, Taylor, Sara, and Orion in my young Karhu CrossFit tenure. They are all friendly, professional, welcoming, inspirational, and keep you accountable all at the same time which is a very difficult thing to do! The programming is top notch and I have seen quick results even though I am new to the CrossFit world. They really focus on doing things the right way and take time to give everyone one-on-one attention, training, and feedback during class. I definitely recommend the Karhu family to anyone thinking about trying CrossFit or just wanting a more healthy lifestyle. I say family because that is what they have made me feel a part of and I am only 3 months in - 1... 2... 3.... Karhu!

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★ 5

If you're looking for a quality CrossFit gym, then Jaakarhu is the place! The coaches are knowledgeable and great at helping you develop great technique. The karhu community is friendly and supportive. Come check it out! Then join. Tell them I sent you ;)

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★ 5

was looking to change up my fitness routine and add some gymnastics and barbell work into my routine so I came to check it out a few months back. I’ve now been a member for about 4 months now have seen some big changes since coming here.

Karhu is owned by some passionate people who are amazing athletes that genuinely care about your progress and well-being. Being new to CrossFit there have been so many new skills and movements that I had never done before, but my main coaches Orion, Jessica, and Sara have all been patient with me and given me good advice and coaching.

Once you get into your mid-30s stuff starts breaking down whether you like it or not, so I appreciate the fact that all coaches do a thorough total-body warmup before class to get you ready for the day.

I really do love coming here every morning for the expert coaching and the people. I love that people here can be pretty competitive but it’s all in good fun!

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★ 5

Jaakarhu provides a well rounded crossfit experience through its coaches and facilities along with the community of individuals that attend.

Class start times range from 5AM-7PM and are very well structured. The coaches guide you through each phase of the routine (stretching, warm up, strength training, and conditioning) and ensure you’re form is proper. They do this by educating the class on the workouts, simulating the exercises prior to starting, and by correcting any mistakes during the workouts.

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★ 5

Best Crossfit gym in Austin hands down. The workouts are structured and detailed to meet a certain goal at the end of the each month. The coaches are knowledgable and very personable. The community is also amazing. If you are looking for a good workout, or to become a better athlete while making great friends along the way, there is no better place!

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★ 5

I have been to many Crossfit boxes, JaaKarhu is one of the best by far. Great coaching and the community is second to none.

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★ 5

Outstanding setup and great people

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★ 5

Dropped in and had a great experience. Cool facility, really engaged and welcoming coaches (Orion & Sara). Cant wait to come back when I'm back in Austin

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★ 5

Top notch coaches & spacious facility.

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★ 5

awesome place. great coaches. inclusive environment.

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Best Crossfit gym in Austin! Large space, AMAZING coaches, small classes.

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★ 5

They have weights here..... Lift them

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★ 5

Jaakarhu is a great gym with a great community! I have been in the Sport (L2) class for 5 months and I love the programming. In my opinion this is the CF gym to go to on Austin if you want to stay injury free. Also, the people and coaches are great!

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★ 5

Estoy de visita en Austin y es uno de los mejores lugares para hacer crossfit que he conocido. Excelentes instalaciones, excelente entrenamiento. Sin duda si estas en Austin es a donde tienes que ir a entrenar.

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★ 5

Fantastic Crossfit gym! I've been taking the 6:30am fitness class for the past few years and it's been GREAT! Excellent coaching, constantly checking form and technique on more complicated movements. I highly recommend this place if you're thinking about trying out Crossfit for the first time. The Community Workouts are also a great way to give the coaches and programming a try.

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Best crossfit gym in Austin. Been doing crossfit for 5 years now and have dropped in at a wide number of gyms around town. Jaakarhu takes the cake. Their programing and coaching are top of the line! They have countless videos on standards of movement and when you show up for a class you can feel the love in the air. The community is amazing, love this gym!!!

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★ 5

From the excellent coaching, to the challenging programming and the passionate/friendly community -- this is the best gym/box in Austin. Joining CrossFit Jääkarhu has without a doubt improved my life.

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★ 5

Really enjoyed my experience. I did a "drop in" here as an out of town crossfitter. I was in town visiting family and needed to get my WOD in. I signed up on line and scheduled myself into an available and appropriate scheduled time. I arrived and was welcomed in wholeheartedly and had an excellent experience.

The personnel are experienced, professional and made me feel welcome to join the class, the athletes were friendly and all there to work and the environment is focused and clean. Great experience and I'd recommend it to anyone and will be back on my next visit to Austin.

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★ 5

Love, Love, Love CrossFit Jaakarhu! Great facility with great programming and good vibes. The best part is all you have to do is show up. The coaches have the program already lined up for you and will get you pumped. I have tried numerous different training programs and nothing gets my butt into shape like CrossFit.

Coach Orion absolutely crushes it in his classes. Best Coach EVER. He shows up every day with awesome energy, top notch tunes (we all know how important that is) and is a skilled instructor. His understanding of technique, form, and functional movements is a great resource to maximize your training. And he is always there with welcome words of encouragement.

Do yourself a favor and check this place out stat. And don’t worry, this community doesn’t have that macho attitude. They literally welcome everyone.

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★ 5

Awesome gym with great coaches!

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★ 5

Never been here.... But pics looks awesome.
So I'm just gonna leave my 5 stars here.

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★ 5

Dropped in while on holiday. Massive facility with modern new gear, coaches were very knowledgeable and everyone was welcoming. Also have some elite level guys/girls in there! Amazing result after only a year. Thanks guys! Nat

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★ 5

Even as a new kid in the CrossFit Gym scene the people behind this gym represent many years of hard work and sweat. Not just on the competition floor either, but in training athletes and your everyday person like me. I'm 36 years old at the time of writing this and I'll never go to the games. I'm just a software developer that wants to be fit and live, well, forever. Even though I'm not ever going to have a sub-5 minute Fran or a 500lb back squat I'm still welcomed in this family. I show up and everyday the coaches here push in some new way. The physical fitness I get lets me keep up with the kiddos and the mental fitness that I have to have to grind through Coach's longer sessions make work feel like chump change. If you want a gym that's also a family, staffed with hungry minds and smiling faces then this is the place for you.

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★ 5

No better better coaching, or people.

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★ 5

The coaches staff at CrossFit Jääkarhu are top notch. No matter your skill level or your goals - they have something to offer. You might make a few new friends too.

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★ 5

This gym has 11,000 sq ft of space, 100 ft of indoor turf, quality OLY bars, showers and damn good coaches.

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