CrossFit 858

The CrossFit 858 conglomerate is the best set of gyms in all of San Diego. The owner, coaching and community are simply the best!

This box everything you could ever want. They are super great people who workout there and that take an interest in you as a person. The staffing really know what they’re talking about and willing to help in anyway. The 858 really want you to be safe and focuses on perfection before progression!

Check it out for yourself. Stop by and watch a wod. I’ve been a member for over a year, and even though I no longer work close to the gym, I have no intentions of leaving. The programming remains challenging week after week. The crowd is more like a family and God forbid you are the last one to finish. I know it sounds corny but «don’t delay, start today.» Seriously, we are all at different levels, but the one thing we have in common is that we show up and give it everything we’ve got.

I cannot say enough good things about this box. I have worked out with them for the past three months and unfortunately because of my job I am moving away. I had never done group crossfit classes before coming to 858, I had been working out with a private coach prior and was very self conscious about working out with other people. Seven years ago I was in a horrible car accident that left me with two of my vertebrae crushed together and i also developed a heart condition. With my heart if I go from laying to standing my heart will race and drop my blood pressure and I can pass out. Under the guidance coach mark and his amazing staff I was able to lower my resting heart rate by almost 10points. I have also been able to lift weights without getting lightheaded, something that hasn’t happened since my accident. Most people would not be excited about doing burpees, however my last class before moving I was able to do burpees for the first time in seven years without almost passing out.
The programming is wonderful, but it’s nothing compared to the passion, dedication, and compassion shown from the staff and other members. I have never felt so welcomed by a group of strangers. They way everyone encourages each other is truly amazing.

Crossfit 858 is exactly what i need to work towards better health. I don’t like to do cardio, but the WOD’s (daily workouts) change cardio from mundane into something challenging and FUN! I have been a member for a little less than a year. In that time I have become happier and healthier. Working out is fun at Crossfit 858 because of the workouts and the people. The people there are great!

Amazing coaches and effective programming. I’ve been working out at Crossfit 858 for over a year and continued to progress in all areas of fitness. Mark and his staff combine attentive coaching with a family feel to the box. WOD’ing here is my favorite part of the day.

Great box for a visiting athlete! Drop-​in fee is very reasonable, the coaching is great, the members are welcoming, and the WOD’s are challenging! Thanks to Coach Mark and everyone at Crossfit858.

What a great experience. The coaches are knowledgable, challenging, and professional through and through. I highly recommend 858 to take you and your fitness to the next level.

Amazing staff, facility, atmosphere, and ownership. I’ve been coming to 858 for about 7 months now and one thing that I love is the level of attention and focus they put on form and doing things the right way. If you’re looking to try them out they offer a week long trial and I’m confident after you try you will be hooked!

858 Mission Gorge is my new crossfit home and I am excited about it! The cool thing is that we get a membership at both the 858 and the 858MG locations! I love both. Everyone has been very welcoming from the very first day I walked in. Coach Mark is legit! I think it’s awesome that he works out with the classes, he’s a very knowledgeable and attentive coach, and is striving to better his facilities every day. I haven’t been here long but I’m impressed!

I dropped into this box during my California road trip after finding it on Unilocal.It had all five star ratings and also had the most reviews so I decided to check out the website. The WODs looked comparable to my home box and the drop in rate was only $ 15 so I decided to check it out.
You can buy a class online very easily, which also takes care of the waiver so you’re already in the system when you get to the box and you don’t have to take time to fill out your info. This helped a lot because I got to the box a couple of minutes late and all Mark had to do was look me up online.
Now as for the class, Mark was a great coach, explaining all of the movements from the warm up to the strength portion to the WOD along with modifications. I’ve already been doing crossfit for about a year so I didn’t need as much coaching but Mark still had time to give me feedback while concentrating a little bit more time on the people who were new to crossfit (there was like two people who were new). We ended up with a mini group stretch, which is nice because my box actually doesn’t do that and I usually end up skipping that part.
The only thing is that this place is hidden behind a bunch of buildings. You have to drive pass a bunch of mini parking so it’s hard to find and they can’t put signs up due to city restrictions.
Other than that, this is the box that I would return to if I’m ever in the area.

Man I love this place!
1. Coaches are amazing. Mark hires really good coaches that really push, coach and help you get through the roughest workouts. No matter how long I’ve been there, it seems as if coaches are always making a point to correct the smallest things in regards to my lifts, technique, speed etc – therefore I don’t ever feel stuck, but I know there’s always something I need to work on. They’re friendly, kind and are really just there for you.
2. WODs — well programmed. Helps you reach your potentials and they always have scaled options if needed. Schedules vary so it caters to a lot of different individuals’ needs. I tend to be a 4−5-6pm-er and just knock out my workouts after work – I am by no means an early-​bird.
3. Environment — ENCOURAGING. There really are no other words. Friday night light sessions are just a good example of what the environment of 858 is like. Everyone just comes together and pushes you through that last set or that much needed PR.
4. Parking — When you want to quickly get in and get out (running late or doggone tired and just need to book it to whatever event you’re going to), parking is easy and hassle free.

This review is long over due. I’ve been going to this crossfit gym for over a year now and workouts are still challenging (in the best possible way). The community Mark and the coaches have created is second to none. EVERYONE welcomes the newbies as well as the drop-​ins. Needless to say, you’ll get to know a lot of the athletes pretty quickly. You’ll learn that the athletes that put in the work daily comes from all walks of life with different athletic backgrounds. You’ll find military personnel, ex-​collegiate athletes as well as people who have never lifted a barbell prior to joining — working out alongside each other and cheering each other on to push harder. Whether you’re toying with the idea to give crossfit a chance or you’re an avid crossfitter looking for a box to call home, this the place you need to check out.
Few things to keep in mind:
–There’s a free Intro Trial Week (use it to test the waters)
–There’s a free «Intro to Crossfit» class on Saturdays at 10am (it’s a good way to get a little familiar with crossfit if you’ve never done it before)
–ATG Barbell Club, which focuses on Olympic-​style lifting, is free with your membership (offered twice a week)
Go to their website to get more info

I started crossfit 2 years ago at this gym. I have since moved on to Portland, but as I stumbled across this old review, and since I’m still blessed to periodically come by and drop in, I wanted to update a few things.
Why Crossfit 858?
They have an absolute wonderful community. Just to feel welcome and be part of the family helps you wake up at 5:30AM to go workout. It’s the difference between trying to motivate yourself to go into 24 fitness after a long days work versus being actually excited to go workout with a group of exceptionally friendly and welcoming people.
The coaching is really good. Not just speaking to form and stuff, but the programming is also top notch. I use to travel a lot and I have dropped into gyms from Portland, Arizona, Chicago, to all over California. What separates a gym from just trying to make a stupidly hard workout to a workout that has a specific goal of making you get better at something is good programming. Mark’s programming is top notch, and I’ve seen many friends grow ridiculously strong and healthier.
If I could go back, and tell 28 year old Jeff a few tips, this would be it:
1. Don’t push yourself to the point where you are going to throw up. Your just putting negative stereotypes out there. Know your limit. The coaches will stop you from doing stupid stuff, but no one is that quick.
2. Use the resources at hand. Suck at doing an olympic lift? Go to the free Oly program 858 offers. Suck at pull-​ups? Go to open gym, or try to track down one of the coaches to help you improve. I wish I did that sooner.
3. If you can’t make it everyday, pick the days you can go wisely. Completing a strength progression will make you stronger. Cherry picking and not showing up will not.
Much love to this gym. Best coaches ever.

Crossfit858 has been an insanely awesome experience for me in just the past year! Not only do the workouts push you to do better every single time you show up, the overall vibe from the other attendees and coaches is extremely motivational to say the least. While it did take some time to get used to the high-​intensity WOD’s, once you do get the technique and form down, which is expedited with the professional assistance from the coaches (Mark, Vince, Gil), everything else is just about pushing your limits and getting stronger and sexier everyday.
One of the main factors that separates Crossfit858 from your average, mundane gym workouts is that it’s different every time so you’re never bored. And again, the people you meet there are just simply amazing, all-​around friendly people.

Awesome Workouts and an Incredible Fun Atmosphere!!! Coach Mark and his team are amazing coaches!!! I love the camaraderie and encouragement that I get when I train at 858. It’s a very welcoming CrossFit gym and parking is something you never have to stress about.
If you are even considering trying CrossFit for the first time or you already are an avid crossfitter and you’re in need of a new gym to call home, trust me look no further. This place is legit.

As good as it gets is right! Mark (and sometimes Vince) instruct the am classes that I attend, and both are great! Plenty of equipment and each workout is VERY well organized. All of this fosters a great group atmosphere that makes it fun — I look forward to every workout!
I left 24 Hour Fitness for CrossFit because the ‘vanity bulking’ wasn’t working for me; I wanted muscle that was actually functional. I got way more than I thought was possible, and shed body fat so I looked better too!
However, if you’re reading this, you’ve probably already made the decision to switch to a CrossFit style workout, and are looking for a good Box. Go no further, this one is it.

This box was my first experience to anything Crossfit related back in the beginning of 2013. I ended up leaving this box at the beginning of this year though because I was offered another job up here in the Bay Area. Since then, it’s been incredibly difficult to find a place of this caliber up here.
I just wanted to re-​iterate with this updated review that the coaches and community here are truly a notch above the rest. Really miss this place after checking out various Crossfit boxes in the Bay Area.

CrossFit 858 has completely transformed my level of fitness. No more back pains from an unbalanced work out! Being in great shape positively impacts every part of my life. 858 is a great community that embodies positive encouragement and support for all levels of athlete.
I’m sure glad I decided to take the risk and try out CrossFit at 858!

CrossFit858 isn’t a gym, it’s a family. It’s the best way I’ve found to get in shape the right way. The coaches are so knowledgable and are constantly working on your form and technique. I’ve dropped into many a Box and this is by far the best. I don’t drive all the way from PB for nothing… You get what you pay for here.