Carlee Clancy
January 25, 2017 14:56
I started Crossfitting in May of 2016 and I can say that being new to the Crossfit world can be a scary experience. Without a doubt, joining Rose City Barbell changed my life and is one of the best things I did in 2016. From the very first day I walked into the box, I have felt extremely welcomed and supported by the coaches and the community. I have never seen anyone truly love their jobs as much as the owner, Nick Clancy, and both coaches, Nick Barto and Ajay Inslin. All three of them have coached me to be the best athlete that I can be and to learn new skills... pull-ups... that I never thought I could physically do. No matter what level you are at, the coaches will be there to help you scale any movement to find what works best for your body to ensure your safety!
I must say that we are extremely spoiled at Rose City Barbell. I have traveled to many boxes in California, Idaho and Washington since starting Crossfit and Rose City Barbell is in a class of its own. Rose City Barbell provides top of the line equipment for Crossfitters and weightlifters alike. (There are 3 platforms specifically designated for Olympic lifters and Power lifters) The box and equipment is always clean and ready for use. Rose City Barbell also offers a shower room, perfect for those who love the AM Rise and Grind, and 2 up kept bathrooms for member use.
I grew up dancing competitively and thrive in a class type atmosphere. I found my family in 5:30 AM class! What used to be the smallest class (who really wants to work out that early?) has become the largest class with the most regular attendance! We are all constantly cheering during the WOD's to motivate each other to push a little harder or to be a little faster than we were yesterday. The best part about Rose City Barbell is that it doesn't matter if you are the first person or the last person who finished. At the end of the WOD, we all put in the same work to complete the movements so we celebrate and congratulate each other. Obtaining my own PR's and watching everyone else hit their PR's as a family is an amazing experience. We are all in it to get better together!