CrossFit Templum

Did the name change or did this place get bought out? I went by but no Crossfit just X factor?

I can’t say enough good about CrossFit Templum and the coaching team Eric has put together there. I started here in July 2014 and here is what you need to know; I am NOT the typical CrossFit type, in fact, just the opposite. It’s a daunting task to step foot into a gym, let alone a CrossFit, when you are very over weight. The fact of the matter is I chose to come to Eric due to his Masters degree in Kinesiology, minor in nutrition and over 15 years as fitness professional. I knew after the first week of workouts (in the July Texas heat) this was the place for me. The team (other Crossfitters) is amazing. I have never seen a group of people who are so encouraging and go out of their way to help you. This really is a family. Eric focuses on a few things here. First — show up and have fun, Second — Don’t get hurt, Third — get better than you were yesterday. My friend and fellow Crossfitter Oz told me last year «just showing up will cause you to get stronger and lose weight». Now I’m not sure Eric quiet agrees with that (he is a nutritionist after all), and that’s what separates this CF from others. Not only do you get world class training, Olympic coaching and an unbelievable environment but you get the nutritional coaching you need. Not from some normal muscle head, but a trained professional. Eric is smart enough to know that you need to see a doc and find out what else is missing. My doc and Eric work together on the best solution medically which has been a game changer! With the combination of nutrition (sometimes, ugh), workouts and following doc’s orders I have more than doubled ALL of my strength and lifting exercises along with shortened WOD times due to better cardio. There is nothing better than when people you have not seen in a while see you and say what the heck you have been doing?! In fact, a fellow Crossfitter (who I really respect) said something close to this morning.
So if you are looking for a box that gets results, is like family and is really fun, then look no further. Oh yeah, don’t let the CrossFit hype scare anyone who is overweight. Wanna bet I weigh more than you do? Tell Eric I said you could try a free class or I’ll pay for the first week. Don’t let laziness rule your life another day.

20 pounds lighter!

As an «out of towner» looking to drop-​in for a workout at a local box, I had over 5 choices within a 15 minute drive. I’m happy I made the decision to drop by Crossfit Templum and get in a workout with the owner, Eric and Lori, the coach for our class. They made me feel welcome from the moment I walked into the box. The box was clean and organized. They both walked through the movements as they explained the WOD. It was a fast but challenging 7 minute WOD. I’d highly recommend Crossfit Templum to anyone looking for a great environment to workout in!

This box was great! I am in town, for a conference, from Houston and I needed a box to drop in at. I let the coach know I needed some modifications and that I would be in a competition this weekend and he let me do what I needed to do in order to prepare for that. I also really enjoyed the group warm up and the friendliness of the box members. I’ll be going back tomorrow!

I am a CrossFit newbie. I was getting bored and becoming lazy in the gym-​you know, doing the same workouts everyday. So, I wanted to try something different with coaches/​trainers and a group. I found a Groupon to try out CrossFit Templum. The location is convenient for me and the schedule is accommodating. It’s hard core, but I love that you can be at any level of fitness (beginner-​advanced) and you get a good workout. My trial period was for 1 month, and I attended this box for 2 weeks. This is my overall impression:
Coaches/​Trainers: I tried out 4 coaches. As expected, they are all different. I do have my favorites. Eric’s sessions are inspirational and push you to give your best. He’s very observant, and as a newbie, I needed that. However, I had one coach who was particularly lazy or too relaxed to do anything– even to show me how to use a simple machine. I think that was because he is used to leading a group where all the members know exactly what to do and how to do it.
There was no initial meeting where I discussed with a coach any of the following:
–My goals (short & long term)
–Nutrition
–My daily habits
–What is CrossFit, etc.
I thought that was quite strange. In my experience, even when trying out traditional gyms to work out alone, the first step is to meet with a rep.
None of the coaches ever asked me any questions.
I also felt that there was not a sense of accountability in the group (s). I could miss 4 or 5 days and there was no encouragement to regularize visits from the coaches or members. That didn’t surprise me as they didn’t know why I was there in the first place.
As for the group (s), they are small, which I liked. Some members were nice and encouraging. However, I didn’t feel a strong sense of community or family. That’s probably, because I was new to the group. For many I was nameless and would remain that way. I don’t blame the members for that, I think it has to do with the culture that the coaches set. I was never introduced to the group as a whole and they were never introduced to me.
This gym is not a good fit for me (my needs, wants, expectations and personality type). However, it seems to be working well for the members who are already there. Like I always say: You never know unless you try!