CrossFit Golden Gate

Address: 1946 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States
Phone: +1 415-609-4002
Services: Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance,

Category: Physical fitness program, Fitness center, Gym, Personal trainer, Weightlifting area
Rating: 4.8
Site: http://crossfitgoldengate.com/
Worktime:
DayTime
Monday6 AM–8 PM
Tuesday6 AM–8 PM
Wednesday6 AM–8 PM
Thursday6 AM–8 PM
Friday6 AM–8 PM
Saturday9 AM–11 PM
Sunday9:30 AM–11 PM




Name: T**** L* M****
Date: 2024-06-11 21:04:22
Rating: 5
Comment: CrossFit Golden Gate is a gem in the heart of the city! The coaches are phenomenal—knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely invested in your progress. Their expertise and enthusiasm make every workout both challenging and fun. Plus, the drop-in process is incredibly smooth and welcoming. Whether youre a local or just visiting, youll feel right at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking to elevate their fitness journey!

Name: M******* M******
Date: 2024-05-05 14:42:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Dropping in from France, amazing experience at Golden Gate Crossfit in the heart of SF !

Name: B***** M******
Date: 2024-05-04 18:28:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Really good drop-in today, enjoyed the session. A warm welcome awaits you!
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Name: S**** S*****
Date: 2024-04-27 22:49:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Love everything about this gym: space, location, programming, equipment, community. Best CrossFit gym in the bay area!

Name: S******** C***
Date: 2024-04-10 16:36:31
Rating: 5
Comment: CFGG has great coaches, equipment, and a flexible space to get your workouts in!

Name: K**** H****
Date: 2024-03-02 23:50:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Loved this gym! I just dropped in for a class because I dont live in the city, but I just loved the space and the community!Massive gym with storefront windows and lots of natural light, super high ceilings, lots of room for group class, but still tons of nooks to do your own thing off to the side. Complete Olympic weightlifting area in the back with a cozy lounge area to hang out before or after class. Bike rack in the back and cubbies near the training floor to hold your belongings while your train.Danielle the owner is a fantastic coach who genuinely CARES about her members and knows her stuff! Highly recommend putting this on your list of gyms to drop into and if you are lucky enough to live in SF, make this your gym home! You will not find a better place to get fit, make friends, and have fun!
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Name: K*** W*****
Date: 2024-01-09 23:57:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Dropped in during a conference in town and had a great experience - easy to sign up, coaching / programming (including scaling and RX+ options) were good, and members were friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend!

Name: c*** c
Date: 2023-12-12 21:01:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Danielle is the best!! She creates such a welcoming environment and makes you feel like family.

Name: W*** K
Date: 2023-12-12 18:13:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Great gym!

Name: J***** B****
Date: 2023-12-10 20:38:38
Rating: 5
Comment: CFGG in San Francisco was my home for about 7 months in 2023. From the first moment I walked in, the owner coaches and other gym members were extremely welcoming to me. This gym has great programming, knowledgeable coaches, and a fun, mistake-free atmosphere. My Olympic lifts improved dramatically in 6 months. Danielle, the owner, organizes lots of social, extracurricular activities. If you have a chance to go CFGG, even for just a drop in, don’t miss it.Jeremy

Name: S***** S***
Date: 2023-12-10 17:07:23
Rating: 5
Comment: If youre in SF and looking to start or expand on your fitness journey, stop by Crossfit Golden Gate! They offer beginner friendly and experienced athlete classes with a ton of open gym hours. In addition to some specialized classes as for the Bench Press & Olympic Weightlifting. The environment is very welcoming and supportive

Name: S** M*****
Date: 2023-12-10 16:42:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Great space, awesome community, best CrossFit gym in town!

Name: a********* p*******
Date: 2023-12-10 01:40:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Great workouts, supportive and friendly coaches and staff. The gym is spacious and has a wide array of equipment.

Name: m****** p*****
Date: 2023-12-10 00:37:10
Rating: 5
Comment: First time ever doing CF was here. I kept coming back! Trainers are great and the classes really put you through a great work out! Perfect for the experienced athlete or the newbie to CrossFit.

Name: J** D******
Date: 2023-12-03 22:00:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Great gym with a big open floor plan, amazing classes/programming, and an awesome owner!

Name: F***** H******
Date: 2023-10-11 02:45:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this gym, super wonderful owner/coach who is hands on and helpful. Im extremely picky with my workouts and this place is great, has the perfect strength and cardio mix. Space is also huge, dont feel like were on top of each other. Friendly members and most importantly... an adorable gym dog

Name: M****** A*******
Date: 2023-09-28 21:15:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Not only the best CrossFit gym in San Francisco, but the best gym overall! Great location, community, programming, and coaches. Being new to CrossFit and lifting can be intimidating, but Danielle creates such a warm and encouraging environment. Shes truly the best of the best. Dont have enough good things to say :)

Name: D***** M********
Date: 2023-09-21 16:28:37
Rating: 5
Comment: CrossFit Golden Gate is awesome. Ive been doing CF for 15 years, and CFGG is what its supposed to be. Amazing workouts and great community. The owner Danielle has a great presence in the gym (which you dont see with owners at many other CF gyms anymore) and makes sure the members are getting what they need. Shes very supportive and receptive to feedback. With all the fitness options I have in SF, this is why I choose to be at CFGG.

Name: M****** D*****
Date: 2023-09-12 16:10:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Super welcoming CrossFit gym with a cool facility.

Name: T***** H********
Date: 2023-09-10 01:39:40
Rating: 5
Comment: This place has a great community and an upbeat atmosphere. The coaches are very knowledgeable. I highly enjoyed my drop in experience.

Name: G******** N******** - D* f** a** f********
Date: 2023-09-06 18:53:29
Rating: 3
Comment: Nice CrossFit box, a bit pricey for a drop in.
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Name: J***** M******
Date: 2023-09-04 19:25:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Nothing beats feeling like family when I drop in to CFGG. Danielle has created such a welcoming environment that even former members who don’t live in SF anymore still drop by to workout. Having been new to CrossFit when I joined CFGG, Danielle made sure we felt comfortable with all of the workouts and is constantly providing advice and guidance on how to improve. Great gym for people of any level, beginner through to athlete. Can’t speak highly enough about this place.

Name: C******** M***** S****
Date: 2023-08-11 09:31:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent friendly staff. Easy to just order walk-in online

Name: S***** R
Date: 2023-08-05 03:12:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Dropped in on a Friday afternoon for a weightlifting workout. The gym was great! Plenty of space, plenty of equipment, and clean. I would definitely drop in again.

Name: A****** R***
Date: 2023-08-01 01:49:39
Rating: 5
Comment: I was here on Friday, found a gym with attentive, kind and professional staff. Great option if you want to lift or do CrossFit 🤙

Name: A******** O****
Date: 2023-07-28 15:00:20
Rating: 5
Comment: I love everything about this Cross fit gym: amazing and approachable coaches, open since early morning, great space, lots of equipment and a strong sense of community! 💪🏼🙌🏼

Name: R** S****
Date: 2023-07-04 18:03:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Really appreciate the drop in. especially on a holiday. the programming was perfect. coaches were inviting. and the community was fun to work in with. highly recommend if you’re visiting SF and if you’re local this is where you should go! thank you!

Name: H**** P********
Date: 2023-06-08 01:09:14
Rating: 4
Comment: Nice coaches and simple set up

Name: G*** T*
Date: 2023-05-02 15:07:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Dropped in while working in the city. Great box, plenty of space and equipment, good music (!), friendly coach (Sailor), thorough warm-up and explanation of the WOD. You won’t regret swinging by for a WOD!

Name: J*** E****
Date: 2023-04-04 22:55:46
Rating: 5
Comment: I came here to train in SF while between moves and I loved it so much. If I were staying long term I’d absolutely love to grow the gym. they have blocks, tons of bars, lots of space and the back is an oasis for me when I’ve needed my own space. Danielle, the owner, is so sweet. Always left feeling good about my training and looked forward to my workout everyday. Miss you guys!

Name: A***** H***
Date: 2023-02-21 03:32:23
Rating: 5
Comment: As Im nearing my 1 year mark of trying CrossFit, I have nothing but great things to say about the sport and being part of CGG made it that much better. I walked into the gym with an impinged shoulder and could barely lift my left arm above the head, which limited me from doing a lot of the actual workouts. Nonetheless, Danielle, the owner and coach, was very accommodating and the whole community of people were ever so supportive. Through some physical therapy and slowly working my way up to the actual CrossFit workouts, Im now in my best shape ever - shoulder is fixed and my functional mobility and strength just feels great. If youre on the fence about CrossFit, I hope this gives you the courage to try it out just like I did, and theres no better gym out there than CrossFit Golden Gate to do it!

Name: G**** U****
Date: 2023-02-15 02:39:10
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the best places to workout! Knowledgeable and attentive coaches, great fellow CrossFitters and a great vibe. I’ve gotten better at all my lifts and movements in the last 3 months since joining. Highly recommended!

Name: c******** f********
Date: 2023-02-13 05:15:28
Rating: 5
Comment: I am still pretty new here but have to say whoever gave a 1 star has NEVER stepped foot into this space for a workout. The coaches are encouraging, very supportive of the process of building skill, very helpful in correcting technique and knowledgable about the work-outs. The culture that exists is one that keeps you coming! Egos are checked at the door and everyone is super friendly. Its so refreshing to have a business in this city that is building a community that is based in health and fitness where people care about people! Thanks for being in our city!

Name: M****** H******
Date: 2023-02-11 19:08:59
Rating: 5
Comment: From the moment I walked into Crossfit Golden Gate, it has completely changed my life! I could lift heavy back then but was woefully out of shape. After 5X a week in there for 2.5 years, it sent me down a path that put me in the best shape of my life.Danielle, the owner, is incredibly passionate about fitness and helping people achieve their goals! Yes, shes got some opinions about how the pandemic and city of SF policies *directly affected her business* and I think its completely irrelevant to the fact that she runs a phenomenal gym and legitimately cares about her members.Some social justice warriors (who choose to remain anonymous in a cowardly fashion) would rather exercise their mouths / keyboards than their bodies. Its unclear if theyve ever set foot in this / any gym. Its a shame because theyll never experience the sort of satisfaction / achievement that theyll get from hitting new PRs, the first time doing new gymnastic movements, or the amazing community that Danielle has built.Thank you, Danielle!!!P.S. If you disagree, feel free to reach out to me. My name is Michael Housman. Ill happily stand by every word of whats here.

Name: C**** S************
Date: 2023-02-11 18:50:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Hands down the best gym in SF. Super welcoming, friendly, and safe environment to learn CrossFit. The owner Danielle has created a great culture and community, I couldn’t recommend it more highly!

Name: M***
Date: 2023-02-11 03:51:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Best crossfit gym in San Francisco. Great vibe, great instructors, great gym.

Name: D** L*
Date: 2023-02-11 03:10:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Quality programming, friendly members, and awesome coaches. I’ve had the chance to try multiple boxes in the city and in other cities and this one has the friendliest coaches and members. Programming is heavy with the barbells 🫶🔥 - the only way to do it!P.S. Come early to play with Bruno the box’s official mascot!

Name: R****** J******
Date: 2022-12-26 15:51:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome drop-in experience! I was in town for Christmas, and the website showed open gym hours for Christmas morning. I emailed the gym to confirm they would be open and received a quick response. Signing up in advance was easy. I was welcomed warmly, and the gym was large, clean, and had all the right equipment. I hope to drop in for a class the next time Im in town. I love that its steps away from one of my other favorite San Francisco establishments, the House of Prime Rib!

Name: J****
Date: 2022-12-12 00:42:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Dropped in for a class over thanksgiving. Very helpful and welcoming! Will be back when I’m in the area

Name: R****** P***
Date: 2022-11-25 18:49:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing class and Alice was the best! If ever in San Fran go to this place

Name: C****** S*****
Date: 2022-11-23 06:55:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Have been a member for over a year and Crossfit golden gate has been a wonderful community that is very supportive and encouraging. Good amount of space and equipment allowing you to either participate in the multiple daily closes or choose your own adventure with flexible open gym availability.

Name: L***** S****
Date: 2022-11-15 16:54:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Come get your Crossfit fix smack dab in the center of the city! Danielle, the owner, is super welcoming as soon as you walk in, and will ensure you get the support you need if its your first or hundreth time. Brand new location with all you ever need to get a good sweat in. Highly recommend!

Name: D**** C***
Date: 2022-11-15 04:27:34
Rating: 5
Comment: CrossFit Golden Gate is an amazing place! I went from onboarding to a daily workout routine within a couple of months. The gym facility is awesome. Prime location as well. The place also offers flexible plans/subscriptions, and the classes run both in the mornings and afternoons which makes scheduling easy.The best part of CrossFit Golden Gate is the people. I learned so much from every one of the instructors and coaches. Youll be amazed by their experience both in athletics, teaching, and professionalism. Youll also meet awesome, hardworking, and supportive peers -- this place is both a great gym and an awesome community.

Name: H***** J*****
Date: 2022-11-14 23:55:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Really love coming to this place, loads of space and great community vibe. I really appreciate the specialist training sessions from visiting coaches as well (Olympic lifting, rowing and gymnastics). Made some great friends here!

Name: C************** V*****
Date: 2022-11-14 19:57:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Went to this gym during a trip in SF. Awesome coaching and friendly members.

Name: A***** C****
Date: 2022-11-14 19:46:05
Rating: 5
Comment: CFGG is the best gym around. The owner is a super experienced lifter which makes her an incredible coach! Also very flexible class time for CrossFit and open gym

Name: S*** Z*******
Date: 2022-11-14 18:14:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Great place to workout, enjoy people, and learn.The coaching is the best Ive ever experienced, with each one bring a level of personal care and expertise that is hard to find

Name: J******
Date: 2022-11-07 22:15:10
Rating: 5
Comment: CrossFit Golden Gate and Danielle are incredible. The space is huge, supporting great class workouts and open gym without ever feeling cramped. The coaches are friendly and knowledgeable and the atmosphere (plus the music) is top tier.Highly recommend making this your regular gym if you’re a local or stopping by for a visit if you’re here on vacation!

Name: M******* R******
Date: 2022-11-04 14:45:46
Rating: 5
Comment: This is the best box in SF! The community is so wonderful. Love the programming and love Danielle and Bruno 🐶 ❤️

Name: m****** h*****
Date: 2022-10-19 03:40:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this gym! I was a long time member before moving out of the city and dropping in made me remember why I loved this place so much. The new location is great and Danielle really knows her stuff. If you’re looking for a CrossFit gym in the city this is it.

Name: S**** D
Date: 2022-10-08 01:22:38
Rating: 5
Comment: CrossFit Golden Gate has an incredibly welcoming atmosphere, and an amazing setup. Despite the cramped buildings in the area, the interior of this facility is surprisingly open and spacious!With excellent coaches, providing helpful feedback and guidance, CrossFit Golden Gate is the perfect place to start (or continue) your CrossFit journey.

Name: L***** U****
Date: 2022-10-08 00:22:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Danielle (the owner) was amazing. She is super welcoming and took good care of us during our visit to San Francisco. The gym is clean and has every piece of equipment that you need. Plus, her space is in the middle the city! Highly recommended!

Name: R*** M*******
Date: 2022-09-15 19:31:05
Rating: 5
Comment: This has become my favorite CrossFit gym in SF, and I really dig the new space. I always get an incredible workout and theres great vibes between the members and coaching staff.They also have a gym dog, Bruno, and he makes the place more fun!

Name: N**
Date: 2022-09-05 21:50:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Welcoming and friendly staff. Good workout. Nice t shirts. It’s a very nice box. We’ll come back! Thanks :)

Name: A**** T********
Date: 2022-04-07 21:45:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Danielle is amazinggg! Love the classes she is the real deal!!!!

Name: L******* L****
Date: 2021-11-26 19:33:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Danielle was phenomenal. I highly recommend her gym for all your crossfit needs!

Name: E**** C*****
Date: 2021-08-10 21:17:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Great workout and amazing community

Name: M M
Date: 2021-05-08 17:31:32
Rating: 2
Comment: Learning that CrossFit is dangerous. They instructors belittle you in front of everyone to push harder so hard I hurt myself.Not to mention their dog that barks all day so aggressively i wouldn’t be surprised if the neighbors don’t start complaining.

Name: D**** R***
Date: 2021-05-05 22:16:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Incredible space and helpful staff. Offering open gym during non-class hours is a huge bonus and allows for training on other programs. Stopped in for a drop in and was extremely happy with everything, especially the four legged spotter!

Name: Z*** V** H*****
Date: 2021-05-04 01:24:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Good place in SF to workout. Recommend highly.

Name: �****** �******
Date: 2020-12-09 03:06:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Cool place. A lot staff and space for crossfit.

Name: S***** P******
Date: 2020-11-06 02:06:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Ive been going to CFGG for almost 3 years now. After trying several other boxes in the bay, this one quickly became my home. CFGG has one of the most welcoming communities I have seen, an incredible space, top notch equipment, and programming that challenged me and got me into the best shape of my life. Danielle and her team of coaches are some of the best Ive trained with, and as a bonus - Ive gained a family of supportive friends and family that made this city feel like home.

Name: R***** U*
Date: 2020-11-06 01:53:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Great location and knowledgable staff. The gym is centrally located with a good amount of parking. It is easily accessible and the equipment is top notch. I highly recommend whether you are doing a drop in or looking to join an awesome community.

Name: E*** M*****
Date: 2020-09-24 18:53:11
Rating: 5
Comment: 100% amazing. Great location, great classes, and an owner (Danielle) who really cares about her business and community. She has adapted well for COVID with both indoor and outdoor classes, and the open gym is also a plus. very clean and Highly recommended!

Name: M*** H******
Date: 2020-02-22 04:17:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent box with very knowledgeable coach’s and friendly atmosphere. Dropped in to 3 classes while in the area and immediately felt like partOf the box. Highly recommended for anyone in the Crossfit community.

Name: M****** S*********
Date: 2020-02-03 01:49:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Dropped in during open gym a couple of times over a weekend in town on business. Super accommodating and a great space. Very friendly staff made me feel right at home. Will definitely come back on future visits.

Name: S*** H******
Date: 2019-09-27 01:21:50
Rating: 3
Comment: I got pretty seriously injured here. Maybe just a reflection of CrossFit vs this specific gym. People and community were solid.

Name: B******* M******
Date: 2019-08-02 17:29:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Happy WOD!

Name: N******
Date: 2019-06-04 20:31:11
Rating: 4
Comment: It is a good place to train, it is a little small, but it is enough. The atmosphere is nice.

Name: S**** B****
Date: 2018-09-06 22:15:57
Rating: 5
Comment: We did a drop in session whilst visiting SF fior a holiday.Made to feel really welcome by the coach and the other members, there was very friendly, relaxed atmosphere.Coach was great and made sure lifting was done with good form.

Name: A*** D***
Date: 2017-10-09 16:11:23
Rating: 5
Comment: I dropped in for their Saturday morning Crossfit class and really enjoyed it. Great warm-up, great people, great coaching.

Name: Y*** L*
Date: 2017-09-20 14:14:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Best in SF forever!!!

Name: t***** h******
Date: 2017-06-14 06:06:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Not a lot of gyms in the area let you stick to your own program when traveling, but Danielle who owns the gym, and Ryan (one of the coaches) were extremely friendly, and welcoming. When I visit San Francisco again Ill definitely be returning.

Name: M****** M*****
Date: 2017-04-04 21:25:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Super nice trainers here, very knowledgeable and I checked out a few CrossFits in the area before these guys - just go here! Friendlier and a fun environment to get fit in.
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Name: A*** W***
Date: 2015-01-15 03:22:43
Rating: 5
Comment: ***FIRST TO RATE*** Free burpees for everyone!Time for a SIX month review:I began my leap into CrossFit half a year ago with the only expectation of becoming healthy and not having to own fat pants. I remember starting on-ramp classes at the Folsom Street location (*woot* I am an original member of the second location!) where I was going to die from rowing 500 meters. Lifting anything on a barbell was foreign to me. All these strange lacrosse balls and resistance band warm ups... also foreign to me.Days, weeks, and months have passed since I started CrossFit Golden Gate...Now that CFGG has moved to its new home, next to the House of Prime Rib, it gets better and better! There is a parking alley in the back, so no meter maids to be afraid of here! Buses are convenient and close by (depending on where you need to head... there is the 1, 19, 27, 47, 49). And if you eat meat, just head on next store after a WOD for a protein refill.Coaches: Danielle (the Boss lady), Vic, Dan, Steven are all wonderful in teaching me proper form and technique. They all have a keen eye on watching you during WODs too!For instance, during those crazy AMRAPs of strict presses, sometimes... I get a little tired, and sneak a push press in there BUT nope, they watch you! and call you out! I remember when I first started CrossFit, I was so lost (I am still lost, just a little less now), but each coach would take time to make sure you are doing the movements right before letting oneself at the WOD. Sometimes, when Im just being ornery, I still ask for refreshers on what a movement might be (I still cant remember all them different Cleans).When I first started CrossFit, I remember my Baseline WOD...500 meter row (out of breathe by the first minute)40 air squats (probably didnt squat pass parallel)30 sit ups (good thing I could throw my arms up to propel myself)20 push ups (knees)10 pull ups (black resistance band)and it took me... hm... more than 12 minutes?WELL, as a new year workout, I redid my baseline... and guess what? 5:32 with no bands or knee push ups! *WOOT*Gone are the days of my supple and soft librarian hands, gone are the days of ineffective workouts at the gym, to my new found health, I owe to CrossFit Golden Gate ♥NOW some tips:1. If you are a visiting athlete... come here!2. If you are planning to join CF... start here! (is CrossFit a cult? probably, drink the Kool-Aid, it tastes great!)3. I personally like the RuPaul radio station that is played, but you can change to Taylor Swift, if that floats your boat.4. Demographically, girls workout in the AM and boys workout in the PM... so depending on what tickles your pickle, show up to a morning or evening. (I am a Noon WODer... because Im too cool for school!).