CrossFit Reality was established in 2012, we are a 100% veteran owned gym. We have over 7000sqft of open gym space and an outdoor training area. Our trainers have a wealth of knowledge and over 40+ years of fitness training and coaching. We have the widest range of CrossFit Class times ranging from 4AM to 7PM on weekdays and an olympic weightlifting class on Wednesdays at 6pm.
We are open 7 days a week and offer open gym 24/7! The owner, Paul, keeps close tab on our individual progress and assigns how much weight we will each work with. He knows where each individual's limits are and how to push people without putting their well-being at risk. There is a great sense of community and support for wherever you are with your health goals.
We are open 7 days a week and offer open gym 24/7! The owner, Paul, keeps close tab on our individual progress and assigns how much weight we will each work with. He knows where each individual's limits are and how to push people without putting their well-being at risk. There is a great sense of community and support for wherever you are with your health goals.
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CrossFit Reality is an elite school of fitness that teaches its athletes that in order to achieve what they want, hard work must first be put in. Six-pack abs and chiseled physiques do not occur from just showing up at the gym and going through the motions of a normal, everyday workout. We believe that athletes should train with purpose, they should set goals and above all else, they must have desire.
The CrossFit, or general physical preparedness program (GPP), is a program that can be done by people of all athletic ability. The program itself is universally scaleable, which makes it ideal for any athlete. This is the core program and sets a foundation for growth both physically and mentally. Our Coaches work with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to ensure that each plan is specifically tailored to the individuals needs.
Reviews (23)
Mario R.
Jan 01, 2020
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After being gone for almost two years and trying another CrossFit gym, I am back! CFR has a TON of equipment, space, and class options. If I want to go in and get a workout before heading to work, I have the option of doing so.
I usually attend the evening classes. The members are great. Coaches are great, too. Justin and Jason are usually there coaching evening classes and they are very attentive and awesome. After doing CrossFit for almost 8 years, I still have a ton to learn and the feedback I get from coaches is always specific.
The programming has been great and I'm always eager to
I usually attend the evening classes. The members are great. Coaches are great, too. Justin and Jason are usually there coaching evening classes and they are very attentive and awesome. After doing CrossFit for almost 8 years, I still have a ton to learn and the feedback I get from coaches is always specific.
The programming has been great and I'm always eager to
Diego A.
Dec 24, 2019
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Michael L.
Dec 23, 2019
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Thanks to the awesome crew and coaches! I dropped in for a week over Christmas, and loved the vibe. They have tons of class times, and are super welcoming to drop ins. Big space, so you're not working out on top of someone. Paul, the owner, even stayed after a class to give me some helpful Oly cues. Highly recommend this place!
Amber B.
Sep 19, 2019
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My first time walking into CF Reality I was amazed at how open the gym was. They have a large open space with tons of well organized equipment. The gym is very clean.
The wods are well thought out, the coaches provide lots of feedback in a supportive and encouraging manner, and the students I spoke with were very kind.
I'm hooked
The wods are well thought out, the coaches provide lots of feedback in a supportive and encouraging manner, and the students I spoke with were very kind.
I'm hooked
Paul Dionne
Jul 16, 2019
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The owner, Paul, keeps close tab on our individual progress and assigns how much weight we will each work with. He knows where each individual’s limits are and how to push people without putting their well-being at risk.
There is a great sense of community and support for wherever you are with your health goals. I highly recommend you drop in and give the gym a shot.
There is a great sense of community and support for wherever you are with your health goals. I highly recommend you drop in and give the gym a shot.
Bill E.
May 29, 2019
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I was looking for a Box to participate in the Murph Challenge this Memorial day with my girlfriend and I.
I got to email a bunch of gyms in Long Beach and Paul was able to reply to me back next day.
Paul was very welcoming and said I was more than welcome to join his box with no drop in fee. Other boxes wanted to charge me and some didn't even bother to reply back to me.
Paul offered if I wanted to buy a Memorial day Murph shirt he was making for the gym. Paul even included his personal cell phone number incase I had any further questions.
The gym itself is tucked away in the industrial
I got to email a bunch of gyms in Long Beach and Paul was able to reply to me back next day.
Paul was very welcoming and said I was more than welcome to join his box with no drop in fee. Other boxes wanted to charge me and some didn't even bother to reply back to me.
Paul offered if I wanted to buy a Memorial day Murph shirt he was making for the gym. Paul even included his personal cell phone number incase I had any further questions.
The gym itself is tucked away in the industrial
Sonialy M.
Apr 24, 2019
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Just finished my 2 month intro membership and signed up for good. The gym has a huge facility and was impressed with all the equipment. There's classes starting at 4 am all the way to the evening, which is helpful for those of us with crazy schedules. So far all the workouts have been fun yet challenging and the coaches I've met know their stuff. Recommend to anyone looking to challenge themselves in the LB area.
Shalis S.
Mar 28, 2019
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This was my first time doing CrossFit and I absolutely LOVED IT! I attended the 0530 session and it was for sure an intense workout for me having no experience. Everyone was so kind and kept motivating me the ENTIRE time. Paul, his amazing wife, and everyone in the session made me feel so comfortable and I will be coming back!!
Brigitte C.
Feb 22, 2019
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Everyone's go to excuse for poor fitness is "I have no time".. umm guess what ?! This amazing facility is virtually open 24 hours .. there is #noexcuse .. for a full time social worker and mom of a teen boy who trains year round in track and cross country this place is beyond perfect .. They have a 4AM class, need I say more ?!? I challenge to try to find another box within close proximity with this class time. The facility is fully equipped, amazingly organized, and our AM coach (Paul) is very skilled, knowledgeable, and encouraging. It was a bit intimidating to return to CrossFit
Antonio G.
Feb 20, 2019
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I've been going to CrossFit Reality for about 4 months so far. Every time I went for a class of the day I feel that I am consistently improving, whether it be my conditioning or technique; I especially look forward to the workouts that include Olympic lifts and gymnastic movements.
The community has a variety of people of different backgrounds and experience, and all the instructors are very attentive and big on the motivation.
Whenever I have an issue with scheduling, Paul was open with communication and we always figured a solution.
Workouts and the people go from mild to wild, all
The community has a variety of people of different backgrounds and experience, and all the instructors are very attentive and big on the motivation.
Whenever I have an issue with scheduling, Paul was open with communication and we always figured a solution.
Workouts and the people go from mild to wild, all
Corbin D.
Feb 20, 2019
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If you're looking for a place to relive your high school drama - THIS IS NOT THE GYM.
If you're looking for a place to casually sweat as the coaches cheer you on with pom poms even though you're skating on by like a penguin in the Artic - THIS IS NOT THE GYM.
If you're looking for Hot guys and Women who are in shape - THIS IS THE GYM (But there are much easier ways to meet them.)
Alright - jokes aside. Ex CrossFit Coach for 6 years, 10 years into CrossFit. Been to many, known many and have seen most of it...
This is by far the best facility, atmosphere and value for your
If you're looking for a place to casually sweat as the coaches cheer you on with pom poms even though you're skating on by like a penguin in the Artic - THIS IS NOT THE GYM.
If you're looking for Hot guys and Women who are in shape - THIS IS THE GYM (But there are much easier ways to meet them.)
Alright - jokes aside. Ex CrossFit Coach for 6 years, 10 years into CrossFit. Been to many, known many and have seen most of it...
This is by far the best facility, atmosphere and value for your
Shahin K.
Feb 19, 2019
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Elliott T.
Feb 05, 2019
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I've tried multiple ways of working out, multiple gyms, all seem to work till I get lazy and stop going. CrossFit Reality has a great atmosphere, no stress, no intimidation, no fatshaming, and no expectations. I never tried CrossFit before but this place is so welcoming, you look forward to going! All the coaches are so helpful and big on technique and friendly! There's so many different classes you can always find a time to go!
Chris H.
Jan 19, 2019
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One of the best CrossFit gyms out there! Had the pleasure of training here for 3 years until I moved out of the Long Beach area, and they have only improved and expanded. If your a barbell freak/lifter, they have a whole warehouse dedicated for you. If you like grinding out your workouts everyday, they have a separate CrossFit set up warehouse right next door! One of the largest Crossfit spaces in so cal, great coaches and all the motivation you need to meet your goals. Paul and his team are top notch and have been in the Crossfit game for years.
Emily F.
Sep 27, 2018
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Love this gym! I travel for work, so I hit up boxes for a couple of months at a time & this one I was super sad to leave. Classes are very structured & progressive, with a focus on improvement (which is what we all want, right?) My coaches--Paul, Jason & John were absolutely wonderful & doing the workouts with people of multiple levels of fitness keeps you in that "get better" mode. =)
Extra perks: this gym has classes running pretty much all day through the week, with a Saturday AND Sunday class as well, which is hard to find! Equipment is all newer & in good working
Extra perks: this gym has classes running pretty much all day through the week, with a Saturday AND Sunday class as well, which is hard to find! Equipment is all newer & in good working
Philip Hambrick
Sep 13, 2018
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It’s an excellent team here at CrossFit Reality. I’m not from California originally and I was new to CrossFit 6 months ago, so I was not sure how much I would enjoy this and was hesitant at first. After being here consistently going to many different classes, it really is a great group of people in each one. All the coaches that I’ve had Paul, Justin and Moose are awesome and I have progressed in the gym all over, but most impactfully outside of the gym. It’s a night and day difference that has taken some real faith at times, but has been one of the best decisions that I have ever made
Lorejune F.
Jun 22, 2018
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I LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! crossfit reality!
This space allows for real movement and no need to share equipment during workouts! Classes vary in size between 3-12 athletes per session. The coaches show cohesion in technique work that allow for consistency in movement progression.
The community is awesome! Every workout I've joined the energy is vibrant. We all work together to promote improvement and boost confidence levels on a daily basis. Overall, this box motivates growth, not only in physical conditioning but also to become mentally stronger!
I have trained at a number of gyms throughout
This space allows for real movement and no need to share equipment during workouts! Classes vary in size between 3-12 athletes per session. The coaches show cohesion in technique work that allow for consistency in movement progression.
The community is awesome! Every workout I've joined the energy is vibrant. We all work together to promote improvement and boost confidence levels on a daily basis. Overall, this box motivates growth, not only in physical conditioning but also to become mentally stronger!
I have trained at a number of gyms throughout
Renee Ziegler
Jun 23, 2017
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James S.
Jun 09, 2017
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Officially been with Reality for 1 year now and the progress has not stopped! I'm my leanest self ever 169lbs and about 12% body fat. I am physically and mentally able to do things i never thought I would be able to. i would still highly recommend this gym to anyone. the motivation keeps coming which keeps bringing me back. i foresee being with this gym for many years to come. thanks Reality team for all the help and all the good times!
Andrea M.
Sep 14, 2016
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UPDATE: A few days after posting the review below, the owner Paul and John "Moose" Mustafa sued me for over half a million dollars. If I've said it once, I'll say it again... These are some interesting people, who, in my opinion, care little about the best interest of the people in their care. Seems like they'd rather tie people up in legal fees than be ... Oh, I don't know... Better?
Nice facility but BEWARE OF THE CONTRACT AND THE OWNER PAUL. He promised one thing, and delivered an entirely different experience. It's more complicated to leave this gym than
Nice facility but BEWARE OF THE CONTRACT AND THE OWNER PAUL. He promised one thing, and delivered an entirely different experience. It's more complicated to leave this gym than
Lisa P.
Aug 04, 2016
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If you decide to try CrossFit Reality, be very cautious with the owner, Paul, and what he tells you regarding memberships. The other owner, Nelson is super cool, but unfortunately, he doesn't handle the day to day operations.
Paul's strategy is to misrepresent himself and CrossFit Reality's membership terms. Paul comes across as an honest, trustworthy Veteran that you can make a deal with on a handshake, like most other reputable CrossFit gyms. However, he is the complete opposite.
Paul explained that the way Wodify (the billing system and performance tracker) was set up, for
Paul's strategy is to misrepresent himself and CrossFit Reality's membership terms. Paul comes across as an honest, trustworthy Veteran that you can make a deal with on a handshake, like most other reputable CrossFit gyms. However, he is the complete opposite.
Paul explained that the way Wodify (the billing system and performance tracker) was set up, for
Yoko C.
Aug 05, 2015
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I tried a few places before a friend of mine recommended Crossfit Reality. This was the third place I had tried so I was not expecting it to be different. In fact, I thought it would be like the other places where they gave you one day of training and threw you into the lion's den.
When I talked to Paul about my concerns he assured me that I would not participate in the classes until I was ready. He emphasized that fact that you have to go through a (6) 1 hour session with one of the coaches one on one and only after the coach thought you were ready to be with the big boys would they
When I talked to Paul about my concerns he assured me that I would not participate in the classes until I was ready. He emphasized that fact that you have to go through a (6) 1 hour session with one of the coaches one on one and only after the coach thought you were ready to be with the big boys would they
Enrique Ramos-Smilgus
Jul 29, 2015
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