CrossFit 9 2727 6th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33712

"Lost Its Welcoming Vibe and Turned into a Globo-Gym I'm deeply saddened to share my experience with CrossFit 9, a place that I once considered a vibrant community and a second home. My journey began with great enthusiasm, drawn in by the challenging workouts and the supportive, inclusive atmosphere. However, my once-positive view of this gym has been significantly tarnished by a combination of personal injuries, ongoing billing disputes, and a noticeable shift in the gym's social environment. In recent years, the gym has lost much of its welcoming charm, morphing into a space where cliques dominate and the sense of community has waned. The warm greetings and encouragement that were once hallmarks of every session have been overshadowed by exclusivity, making it increasingly difficult for newer members or those not part of these inner circles to feel included. This was starkly highlighted when I, despite being a long-standing member, faced outright coldness from individuals I've known for years, drastically changing the gym's once-friendly vibe. A particularly disheartening moment came when I was removed from the gym's social media group after expressing interest in purchasing equipment that was up for sale, a move that felt unnecessarily exclusionary and petty. My time at CrossFit 9 has also been marred by significant injuries, including two cracked disks and a torn shoulder. While I recognize the inherent risks of high-intensity training, the lack of communal support during my recovery added a layer of isolation to the physical pain, making the experience even more challenging. Additionally, the administrative side of the gym has been a consistent source of frustration. Billing disputes have been frequent, adding unnecessary stress and detracting from what should be a straightforward and enjoyable gym membership experience. CrossFit 9 once epitomized the essence of community and shared growth, but the shift towards a more impersonal, "globo-gym" atmosphere, coupled with the issues I've faced, compels me to reconsider my membership. I hope this feedback prompts meaningful changes, restoring the gym's sense of community and improving its administrative practices. I will never recommend people to this establishment."

"Jake and Chino co were OUTSTANDING. My go-to Crossfit Gym in the state of FL for sure. VB Megs"

"Been going to this gym for about 2 years now. Great community of people. Top notch workouts. All of the coaches are fantastic. Surely has helped me get into the best shape of my life."

"Spent two weeks in St. Pete's and ended up doing 6 workouts at Crossfit 9!! All thanks to our amazing coach Gabe. Gabe's knowledge, patience, and energy is unmatched. He is easily the best trainer I've ever worked with. Can't wait to visit again next year!"

"Amazing space & people! I dropped into this gym 2 times while I was visiting St Pete. The coaches were welcoming, ran great classes and everyone was friendly and fun. Crossfit 9 has created the community that all gyms strive for. The facility is very clean, has all of the equipment you could want or need & has a separate space for open gym at any time of day. In conclusion, this is the Crossfit gym that Crossfit gyms strive to be. Great Job Crossfit 9!"