West Coast Strength & Conditioning

If you want to come to a gym that welcomes you like a family Crossfit Ventura/​West Cost is the place. Jaala and Chris are amazing coaches they break everything down for you so you understand how to do the moments correctly so you avoid injury. Many people give crossfit a bad name or are scared to try it. Trust me West Coast has great programming they do a great and let you pick between a performance or just a fitness work out. So you progress at your own speed. If you have an injury they will take the time to customize a workout to fit you so you can still workout. They are amazing no mater is you are a triathlete, boxer, runner, Olympic lifting, Obstacle racing, or training for a Goruck event they can program the right workout for you. Oh yea this gym is way dog friendly they own a dog named Arya she’s is there almost every day. Highly recommend the gym any age young or oldest, beginner or advanced they are out for you to stay healthy.

Excellent box with knowledgeable coaching staff. They work with all levels of athletes. I really enjoyed training here for the week while I was on vacation.

Great facilities. Great workouts. The trainers are knowledgable and really motivating. Everyone I’ve met there is nice. The atmosphere really encourages you to push yourself to do better. It’s a perfect workout to end my work day and start my evening.

trainers are knowledgeable, friendly, and very attentive to your form. even in the largest classes of 12, i still feel like i am getting great training. the price is much higher then regular gyms (about $ 140 for 2 classes/​week) but well worth it. workouts are quick and intense! just wished they had child-​care;)

Just an absolutely wonderful place top to bottom. From the facility to the staff to the workouts, Crossfit Ventura is completely dialed in!

I have been going to Crossfit classes here for about four months. I am in pretty good shape and was looking for a new challenge that was different from the 24 hour classes including boot camp. I was concerned about the level of fitness needed to attend the classes, but I took the chance and signed up after meeting with Colin (one of the gym owners.) I have enjoyed my Crossfit classes and feel that my fitness level is improving on a weekly basis. That being said, don’t let anyone tell you that the classes are easy or simple. Crossfit is challenging and it takes time to build the stamina needed to do all the reps during the workout of the day (WOD). I personally pace myself and do my best each class. The coaches are all very good, knowledgeable, and professional. As with any coach or personal trainer, they each have their own personality and the way they encourage or motivate the individual or group. The workout environment can be intense and intimidating at times especially if you are the last person finishing your WOD and everyone is encouraging you to finish even though the person looks like they might pass out. The teamwork mentality is wonderful, but intense for sure.
The gym is clean and well taken care of. It would be helpful if the facility had filtered water to provide their members. You have to bring your own water bottle to class, but this is a small issue at best. The number of members continues to grow and the evening classes are full most evenings. I prefer to go in the morning because I really like Coach Martha and the environment is a bit more peaceful. I also want to say that Colin is very attentive and professional. He has called me numerous times to see how I am doing and ask if I am happy with my classes. It is a nice personal touch that I appreciate since my Crossfit membership fees are much greater than the average gym membership. Lastly, I have felt very supported and welcomed at this gym. I never knew I would like Crossfit so much. I am sold on the effectiveness of the classes. I am not interested necessarily in competing in Crossfit in the near future, but who knows… I may surprise myself and become a true Crossfit athlete!

Colin and the Team at WCSC are a great group of people. They know everyone by name and make you feel very welcome. It’s a great place for all ranges of abilities and ages.

The emphasis on nutrition and the coaching that crossfit provides is invaluable. The workouts are always varied and usually include a weight training and cardio component within the hour. My favorite workouts include rope climbing, pull ups, push ups, rowing, running and box jumps.

If you are interested in Crossfit, this is the place to go. They offer on-​ramp classes to give you an intro and access your fitness level. Very necessary!!! Steer clear of the places that don’t teach fundamentals first. The environment is one that is addicting, fun, and supportive. Can be a little expensive but it is well worth it. I’ve accomplished things I would have never imagined. Coaches are great as well and very vigilant and supportive. I find myself craving this place daily!

One of the better Crossfit gyms I’ve been to. The staff is very friendly and helpful, particularly owner Colin. There is a real emphasis on individual development you don’t see at many other gyms. Progress gets tracked. This takes effort by the staff, and it’s uncommon.
Also, the space is large, open and perfect for olympic lifting and gymnastics. Prices are fair also. Recommend highly.

I bought a months worth of classes on Groupon back in January. Before I bought them, I called and was assured by the owner-​Colin-​that the classes were appropriate for any fitness and age level. I told him that I hadn’t been exercising for quite awhile and felt very out of shape. He told me no problem-​he had grandparents working out next to hardcore athletes, so I signed up. As a former fitness instructor I am very aware of the importance of warming up and assessing my students fitness level before they begin a program. This did not happen in any way, shape, or form. On the first night we were right into working out with kettle balls and running. By the second and third nights we were running further and further and really working out hard. Now I am no wimp when it comes to exercise and I love to sweat and work hard-​but-​you have to start slowly. By the third evening I had pulled a muscle in my hip from running on the concrete and could no longer justify beating myself up for this workout. I could also see that many of the other students were having a rough time, but no personal feedback or commentary from Colin. When I was an instructor, I made sure that if one of my students did not return, they received a follow up call from me to see if there was a problem and if we could remedy it. I never received a call from Colin to find out why I wasn’t coming back, it was obvious to everyone that I was limping-​except apparently to Colin. I would definitely NOT recommend CrossFit unless you are already in great condition. If you suspect you may have any problems or need a workout that starts out slowly and builds your endurance-​then CrossFit is not the place to go. 1 star for a clean gym.

I have had the pleasure of meeting the owners/​coaches of this CrossFit box and they are amazing at what they do! I have also had the opportunity to participate in a couple of workouts here that were equally as amazing! If you are tired of that same boring gym routine that involves walking around aimlessly looking at machines you have no idea how to use, go check this place out and let Bill and Colin re introduce you to fitness. From soccer mom to serious athlete, there is a workout waiting for you! Keep up the good work guys, your box is kick ass!

I visited CrossFit Ventura for the first time on Christmas Eve 2009. My husband and I were visiting from Colorado and had just completed our Foundations classes there. We wanted to visit another CrossFit gym during our holiday vacation and the closest one to us was CF Ventura. I could not have asked for a better ‘box’ to visit. Every single person introduced themselves and asked where we were visiting from and welcomed us right away. Of course, the first WOD (workout of the day) during that visit was the «12 Days of CrossFit». BRUTAL. It was my first official WOD and it was the hardest thing I’d ever done. However, I was encouraged to scale to my ability and push through. I appreciated our trainer’s encouragement and the support of the other members. I knew I would re-​visit if I were ever in the area again because of the great trainers and friendly members.
I recently returned (May 7, 2010) and felt the same warm welcome from every member. No lie. It was really neat to see. How rare is it for any gym to have people actually introduce themselves and take a genuine interest in you? One of the members, Rona, even remembered my husband and I from our first visit on Christmas Eve! Colin (our trainer that morning) was helpful, watched/​corrected form and encouraged us. When I’m back in the Ventura County area, CF Ventura will be the only place I work out at. Great coaches, great members and great workouts!

Crossfit Ventura has made working out fun again. If you have hit that place in your fitness journey where you are bored, can’t lose the last 10 lbs or just need something to give you a renewed sense of direction, this is it! With the perfect mix of competition and training, CFV trainers are dedicated to seeing their clients succeed whatever their goals may be. At CFV you will not only gain a sense of empowerment at seeing what you can accomplish but a group of friends who want to see you finish strong on every workout. Try it once and you’ll never go back to a conventional gym.

Crossfit Ventura is not only a place to workout but also a community of strong, dedicated and supportive individuals. The coaches, Colin and Huff, have fostered an environment with the perfect combination of incredible coaching and an encouraging community. It’s this combination that allows people at any fitness level to achieve physical feats they never dreamed possible while also overcoming mental barriers that may have previously curtailed physical accomplishment. I’ve been a part of many gyms, clubs and teams over the years, and I have never been as fit and proud of my physical accomplishments, as consistently excited to workout, and in as much admiration of the success of those around me as I am at CFV.