CrossFit Pipeworks

Visiting from Tacoma and found this awesome box about 5 miles from my hotel. Thank you Collan Baird for judging me for 16.5!!! And, thank you Elena for getting me set up for the drop in. Very friendly staff and members. Will be my box of choice on each visit.

Came here with the sis who is an avid climber and brought my 6 yo to introduce him to some jugs (climbers know what jugs are, not the dirtay kind peeves). Had to take their climbing and belay test but it’s standard and the staff was super friendly and nice.
Gym wasn’t crowded even though we came during the holidays. Great bouldering area. Separate cross fit area that looked really cool. Closed for classes but there’s an area with pull-​up bars and rings to get your reps in. Walls have a good range of difficulty and ease.
Started the boy off with some technique basics and he was flying from there. Climbed a 5.6 without fear and overall had a good experience. If I lived in the area I would probably be a member since I’m a calisthenics guy and they have a bunch of things that would make me happy including a tightrope!
Didn’t check out the weight area but it looked like they had a decent selection of machines and freeweights as well. Excellent workout options, classes, and friendly staff make this gym a winner even with my limited time here.

I’ve only been at CrossFit Pipeworks for a few months, but it’s been a great experience. I had been attending a women’s-only «functional fitness» class for over a year and was looking for more of a challenge. I was hesitant to join a CrossFit gym due to the popular «bro» mentality, but this gym hasn’t been douchey at all.
Each coach is highly knowledgeable in lifting techniques and assures that your form is correct. The coaches have diverse fitness backgrounds and various areas of expertise; all approachable and friendly. Vic is very conscious of injury prevention/​mobility and helps break down movements, such as kipping pull-​ups, so they can be mastered without blowing out a shoulder. Collan is hilarious and super friendly and offers a lot of individual coaching on olympic lifts. Mike is very friendly and helpful on form with lifts as well. I have heard that Marissa and Keaton are also great coaches (though I have not been in their classes yet).
Participants’ abilities range from beginners to athletes, yet all are made to feel welcome. The program is likely the most affordable in town but with the nicest space and equipment. Members also have full access to all Pipeworks classes, as well as a full gym and rock climbing. Nice locker rooms also.
Only drawbacks are location (though this is subjective– I live in E Sac and the gym is downtown) and limited AM class times (6 AM only).

I decide to try this box out since i also want to work on climbing. You can get a duel membership for crossfit and pipeworks for a better deal than any other box in the whole sacramento area. They moved location to an even bigger facility, which was the one and only complaint this box had in the past. The coaches are down to earth and really knowledgeable. If you are looking to take on crossfit full time or just trying to cross train, this box is perfect. No crossbones, or heavy metal, no meat heads looking in the mirror (no mirrors at all), and you see people of all levels.

So I can’t really compare this box to any others since this has been my first CrossFit experience. However, after about a month and a half of attending the on-​ramp (beginner) classes, I’m thoroughly pleased every time Collan tells me to run another lap, do 20 more burpees, keep climbing that rope, or toss another 15 wall balls. Especially in the beginner class, Collan focuses on technique, not hurting yourself, but pushing just enough to make sure you get the most out of the class. It kicks my butt every time, but it’s an awesome 45 minutes of feeling like I’m going to die.

Best deal in town. Staff are very knowledgeable. Huge area and relatively convenient class times.

Thanks for making me feel at home. Crossfit Pipeworks have a great setup and good coaches.

I’ve had to stop crossfit for the time being, as I am commuting a lot… but I cannot speak highly enough about this team. Before trying crossfit out, I read all about it. The pro’s, the con’s. the biggest ‘con’ that I’ve seen is that crossfit requires people to do very complicated lifts with little training. This is NOT the case at CrossFit Pipeworks. They train meticulously. When going through the workout of the day, if one of the instructors notices that your form is slightly off, they point it out, immediately!
What’s more: the two instructors are both awesome guys. They each have their unique personalities, but both bring a lot of knowledge to the gym.
A word to the wise though: You have to go through the on-​ramp classes (training classes) before they let you work out with the regular groups. This rule is strictly followed. It’s a good thing though. the goal is to make sure that you have a good base of knowledge before you take on the more challenging workouts.
The other thing that has to be said: crossfit is included with a pipeworks membership. It’s not extra. It is, by far, the best value in Sacramento.

My first time doing crossfit and I have I thoroughly enjoyed Collan and Dustin’s classes. I feel like they provide me with accurate instructions and make for a fun hour of intense workout!!! Absolutely worthy of 5stars!!!

Been going to CrossFit Pipeworks for the past 6 months, I love it! I have learned and grown so much. Dustin is an amazing coach with great technique. He is a mayor in Kinesiology which gives it an added value. He knows the human body and how it works. He is always making sure that your form is correct so you don’t injure yourself. The one on one classes with him are incredible. I really recommend the box. It is a community, people cheering and helping one another. If you are looking for a box, this is the one! My life has changed dramatically in the past 6 months! Thank you Pipeworks and coaches!

My experience at Crossfit Pipeworks is definitely positive. The coaches Dustin and Collan work hard to provide a safe but tough workout experience. I learn allot from both coaches.
That being said I usually go Mon/​Wed/​Fri to work with Dustin due to the programming offered on those days in addition to attending his seminars. The programming on those days seems to be more in line with traditional Crossifit, which would include all Olympic lifting techniques, blended with various bodyweight/​gymnastics exercises. I am able to work on deficiencies with movements such as the snatch, overhead squat, rope climbs, hand stand push-​ups and kipping. Some of these movements such as the snatch and overhead squat require adequate training in order to be done safely. These exercises are what differentiate Crossfit from tabata training, the latter giving great results but not working on neuro-​motor skills.
My view is without the skill based Olyimpic lifts and gymnastics, one would be better off doing a boot camp of some sort at 24 hour fitness because real Crossfit involves those skills.
So far I’m definitely stoked on Crossfit Pipeworks.

Dustin and Collan are the best and will get you to the next level. Dustin also complimented my haircut.

Completely satisfied with my decision to become a member of Pipeworks because of the CrossFit. Collan and Dusty are very knowledgeable and motivating instructors. They push me to challenge myself everyday.

This is obviously a crazy killer deal for Crossfit and climbing gym, and I’m super happy these guys are here. The equipment is new and in great shape, and programming is deliberate and consistent. Collan is a very friendly and intuitive trainer. Dustin has a ton of technical knowledge, but is a little less approachable and fastidious in providing supervision during the WODs than Collan. Beginners will probably prefer Collan’s approach (Tuesday and Thursday), but most folks, including myself, seem to thrive under both coaches. The atmosphere here is super friendly and encouraging and both coaches tend to help cultivate that. It’s certainly not bro-​y, and there isn’t much kool-​aid drinking. Collan in particular is candid about criticizing certain aspects of Crossfit culture that can be detrimental.
There are a couple caveats that keep me from giving 5 stars. Do know that, at least currently, you’re working out in a fairly small environment. They limit class sizes (to 14, I believe), and you can’t sign up in advance; consequently, I can rarely make a 5pm class when I show up at 455. Happily, they’ve opened additional classes to meet demand, so, from what I’ve heard, 5pm is the only truly impacted class. Even with the size cap, things can get pretty crowded. They’ve gotten pretty good at arranging the space to keep it safe, but it definitely feels crowded sometimes. They plan to expand, but I hope they will retain or improve the coach to student ratio when they do. (Simply because a space can hold 35 during a workout doesn’t mean one coach is sufficient.)
Also, the box is not just climate-​controlled, it’s not insulated at all and the walls and roof are all exposed to the sun all day. Our climate is pretty gentle here so it’s certainly no dealbreaker, and of course I dig that you have to acclimate to the seasons as part of getting your normal workout. That said, it does mean that you have to be careful in the summer. (I think the trainers could have been a little more cognizant of those risks, or at least I never heard anyone discuss that. At minimum, they should be cleaning the floors every night so that they can run the fans and not kick up so much chalk.) A lot of us were skipping workouts during the height of the last heat wave, which was only a couple weeks, but still not ideal. You should also dress in layers and consider gloves in the dead of winter to prevent injuring your hands from cold hands swinging on cold bars.

Collan gets 5 stars. Knows his stuff, is motivating, treats everyone equally, doesn’t force you to do stuff when you have a specific injury, knows how to talk to people, and is a humble person. The other instructor, not so much so it averages to 3, ill leave it at that. Go on tues and thurs when Collan teaches you can’t go wrong. Pipeworks is a wonderful gym and crossfit is great.

Crossfit is all about the trainers and Pipeworks has GREAT TRAINERS!!! Collan and Dustin are attentive and knowledgable. They take interest in each individual and are great at modifying workouts for each person. I’ve personally seen great muscle gains and fat loss. Crossfit Pipeworks has it all!

Horrible experience with the crossfit instructor. He was rude and and no help. I came on a sat afternoon while the gym was open and i asked if i could work open gym. He smiled and started shaking his head and saying repeatedly nope, no aboit 7 times and then said we could go inside the main gym. He never asked any questions, never offered a schedule, didnt apologize for the inability for me to workout. Instead he just said no 7 times and said bye and turned his back. Def not going back there ever.

Crossfit Pipeworks impressed me, I have to say. I went in a little hesitant as I heard so much about the «bro» crossfit workout. But, it was nothing like that. The people are here are down to earth and here are for one thing, to get an awesome workout and learn how to use your body in new and different ways. I enjoy the subtle gymnastic approach that is utilized as well as the choice of music and the overall energy. Not too mention the excellent price structure. Dustin, who runs the place has built an effective place to push yourself and have a little fun at the same time. Highly recommended.

CrossFit Pipeworks rocks it. Other gym workouts and other CrossFit Boxes will have a hard time replicating.
There is a ton of energy there and it is a box filled with people trying to learn and get fit together. There is no hierarchy and no feeling of not being good enough — the focus is on incremental progress through practice over time.
Dustin, who runs it, takes the time to answer questions and demonstrates workouts in multiple ways for all skill levels. He also cracks down if people are doing something incorrectly or doing an exercise in a way that could be harmful. Helpful counterparts, Colin and Bart, answer questions and are very good with technique.
Totally chill, relaxed, good music, and awesome workouts. Oh yeah, the price is great and you get unlimited classes and access to everything at Pipeworks (rock wall, full gym, yoga, martial arts, and more…)
A+ Looking forward to even more WODs @ CrossFit Pipeworks

Whatever your goal is, crossfit pipeworks is there to make it a reality. Everyone in the class treats you like you’re part of the team: they cheer you on and encourage you to keep going. I love that every day is completely different, so you’ll never get bored. The workouts are never the same so your body will see results fast. Crossfit is just fun. You’ll never regret going but will always feel bad if you miss a workout!
Another selling point: For $ 68 you also get unlimited access to classes like yoga, Pilates, Rock climbing, and belly dancing!