Reviews of CrossFit Primal Energy (Gym)

David Jeong

The staff here is one large dream boat. Experts of fitness and inclusiveness!

Zekial Rios

Me encanta hacer ejercicio con la comunidad de CrossFit Energía Primitivo. He asistido clases aquí por casi tres años. La propietaria es simpática y acogedora, los entrenadores son afable y competente, y levantando pesas, corriendo, y sudando con los miembros guapos y fuertes es una alegra. ¡Lo más importante es que CrossFit Primal Energy es el único gimnasio de crossfit que he encontrado que tiene un refrigerador lleno de cerveza!

Pam Dyer

My nephew has several serious health issues that are progressive. CrossFit PE is keeping his skeleton and muscles flexible and strong as he ages. Beyond that, he's proud of his workouts and comes home praising Tobias, his coach. The rigors Tobias puts him through are varied and challenging. It's great to have found a gym that has staff with heart and skill to help. Conventional, closer-to-home places where he has belonged had no one trained to help with his special needs, and his workouts were simply the stationary bike.

Dave Otteman

Great gym and people

Jesse Johnson

Amazing workout! I was fortunate to spend a week working out at CrossfitPE. Not being a crossfit person, the team at CrossfitPE took the time to teach me how to perform the exercises correctly. I loved the classes. They are fun and everyone was supportive. You get a strong sense of community between the coaches and the class. The coaches are exemplary professionals and extremely knowledgeable about their craft.

Jennifer Jensen

Fantastic coaches and people. Everyone there encourages each other to perform at their best.

B AS

Great community! Great CrossFit gym with supportive coaching.

Roger Gilliam

...knowledgeable, skilled and friendly coaches will help you reach your potential no matter what your current level.

Luke W

Came in for a drop in from out of town. Very friendly, quickly accomodated my drop in, and the WOD was killer!

Kristin Clepper

While visiting Portland I checked out multiple boxes and this was, hands down, the best one. Coaches are friendly, knowledgeable and they scaled workouts for those who needed it. Workout was explained well and they coached and encouraged me knowing that I had Crossfit experience which is a HUGE plus. Most times when you drop into a CrossFit box with experience no one ever coaches you. They remembered my name and made me feel like I was a part of their family. It’s obvious that community is a huge part of what they do, which is another reason why they’re so special. Whether you’re visiting or looking for permanent CrossFit box this is the one for you! Thank you Laurie and Dan for the great Crossfit experience!

Kat Depner

There is so much to say about Crossfit PE. My love affair with this gym began 2 years ago and I have been faithfully waddling through their doors ever since. I am slow, uncoordinated and I often forget something as soon as I'm asked to remember it. Needless to say, I would never think in 1.5 bajillion years that I would ever have stepped foot inside a CrossFit gym or stuck around. But this place is a total gem. Here are a few highlights: Absolutely magical coaches: good coaching is hard to find. I have found that the coaches here are a rare blend of kindness, patience, knowledge and general bad-assery. It's truly a place where it's obvious form and technique are very important. The coaches here are really, really, really (you get the point) generous with their time and are eager to help you with any of your weak spots. They are really astute teachers and trouble shoot techniques with you until you get it. In addition, if you are nursing an injury or are just getting back into exercise they always offer accessible and manageable scaling options. Inclusivity: people here are genuinely kind and make a point to try and know who you are. I love that there is a diversity of people from all fitness levels here. There is not a whiff of a "bro" vibe here; just amazing people who are wanting to get crazy strong together. Crazy fun workouts: the workouts are sooooooo fun and varied. I will never ever ever go back to a wretched elliptical or stair master. These workouts are addicting... you get done in 15 minutes what some people might try and do in 3 hours. Instant mood reset: I cannot tell you the number of times I have entered the doors of CrossFit PE like a tired and grouchy old man

Angie Wong

Garry and I trained at PE crossfit this past week while we were on vacation in Portland. We are weightlifters and just needed a gym home for a week. I emailed a few other weightlifting and crossfit gyms but could not accommodate us for a few training sessions or were asking for a ridiculous amount. We are so lucky to have found PE crossfit and Laurie (the owner) was more than accommodating! We trained in the back corner with platforms while they had CF classes going on. We were able to do our own thing. PE crossfit had weightlifting bars, bumper plates, and change plates. If you are in the Portland area go check out PE crossfit! Thanks again Laurie! -Angie and Garry

Michelle Brubaker

Great challenging workout, fun environment, highly recommend!

Katie King

I've been to a few different gyms in Portland, and haven't found anywhere with coaches as knowledgeable or accessible as CrossFit PE. When I joined a few months ago I was immediately embraced by the community - members at all levels are in the same classes supporting each other. Expect enthusiasm, skilled coaching, high-fives, and a kick-ass workout!

B P C

I got connected with Crossfit PE with a New You 6 week challenge. Laurie and her team are very accessible to ask questions, not just at class but email and Facebook (our challenge had a group page). I'll say this- totally worth the money, high quality coaching. You will get in what you put in. I just finished the 6 weeks , lost 8 lbs and 3 inches off my waist. More importantly I learned new and healthy tools on nutrition and did some things I thought I couldn't do, like deadlifts and thrusters and wall walks. The team at Crossfit are skilled to scale workouts to variety of levels, and do so without judgment or negativity. They also ask about past injuries and chronic conditions. This is really important to avoid re-injury or a new injury. I've done other team/group conditioning and sports with old school coaches who have the one size fits all mentality which has led to injuries in the past. I've also talked with people in the health care and fitness industry who talk a lot about crossfit injuries. This is a valid concern. I can say specifically at Crossfit Primal Energy the caliber level of coaching and engagement resulted in me pushing myself physically but without injury.

Katie McCarthy

Supportive coaches and energetic environment.

geri droessler

I went to many CrossFit boxes in Portland and this one is completely different. They have a huge focus on mobility and making sure everyone is safe. The community is great and was super welcoming from the start. I would highly suggest checking this one out.

Joseph Rahn

I started working out at CrossFit Primal 2 months ago. I was starting back up after an intense shoulder surgery and basically sitting around for the previous year. I was a little scared about what my body was going to be able to handle, but new that I needed to do something. The staff was very inviting and walked me through a 2 week training course to show me proper techniques for lifting, and scaled versions for exercises I could not yet perform. It's been 2 months and I am know going 3 days a week with 5 other colleagues from work. I have dropped 30 lbs since I started, but more importantly I feel healthy and my stress levels are down. I'm thinking more clearly and do not have the body aches I was experiencing from laying around and not exercising. If you are looking for a great gym, with great people, I strongly recommend CrossFit Primal. Joe

Jackie Dix

Great CrossFit gym! Spacious facility with educated coaches who know what they are talking about. I came in as a beginner and always felt safe and welcomed by everyone there, highly suggest it.

Jasmine Teters

You couldn't ask for a better group of coaches to make you strive to be better! I absolutely loved working out there, the owners, and coaches truly care about you and they are very helpful with getting you to where you want to be. If you're looking for "the right" crossfit gym, this is it. Laurie and Ben are the best!! :)

Patrick Foster

I've called Crossfit PE my home gym since 2016! From the beginning everyone was very welcoming and helped me feel apart of the community. After doing the normal gym (think 24 hour fitness) thing for a few years, I took some advice from a friend and gave crossfit a try. When I came to do my free trial sessions I found the owner, Lauren, to be very helpful and encouraging. I was hooked from that point! The other gym coaches, Nancy and Toby, have been incredibly proactive in giving feedback on my lifting technique, as well as giving me guidance for proper stretching and mobility to make sure I'm improving my range of motion. With this the owner, Linda, has provided nutritional plans to help with a wide range of needs for clients. If that means correcting your diet or just making minor adjustments, she has always been there to help. Over the last few years I've seen numerous people join Crossfit PE from all walks of life and abilities. Even if you haven't worked out in 10 years, this place can help you get back into it. It has always been an open and inviting atmosphere and I would highly recommend joining if you're looking to do something new or are just looking to continue crossfit. Lynn, Troy, and Natalie will be here to greet you and welcome you into the community that is Crossfit Protein Epiphany!

Jessica Robertson

Hands down the best Crossfit gym I've been to in Portland. The coaches are wonderful to work with and have always been happy to help me achieve my personal goals and make sure that I'm scaling my workout to a healthy degree for my personal fitness. Everyone is super friendly and supportive and the classes are challenging but doable. One of the best parts about this gym is all of the different class times they offer! I definitely recommend this gym for any athlete, beginner or professional. Love this place!

Luke Depner

I've been coming to CrossFit PE for 2 years now and I'd highly recommend it. I came to the area with 2 years of prior CF experience under my belt and was looking for a box with challenging workouts, a motivated and inclusive community, good coaching, equipment for a tall person like myself, and ample physical space. CF PE has all of that, and I've been coming back each week since. One of the best parts of my CF PE experience has been the experienced coaches correcting my form and bad habits that I picked up during my fitness journey. They instruct gently but firmly, and I appreciate how they've molded me to be a better athlete. If you're looking for a new CF home or are wanting to try something new with your fitness, give CF PE a try and see if it's right for you. I've observed that the atmosphere is very open to newcomers while still providing solid support to veterans. Try it out!

Michael Neal

Most excellent gym. Recommend highly. Great owner, great coaches and awesome people all around!

Ebony Frison

PE was my first Crossfit gym and I can't imagine going anywhere else. The atmosphere is welcoming and extremely encouraging which can be helpful during long strenuous workouts. The coaches at PE are top knotch and have extensive knowledge in other sports as well as Crossfit which allows them the ability to coach anyone.

Krissy Justice

CrossFt PE is a top notch gym with excellent coaches and a great community. Their programming and focus on form allows for a superior workout for the beginner and advanced athlete. I highly recommend!

Ann Martel

This place is fantastic. The coaches are supportive and focus on form, technique and mobility - very important for injury prevention. They also push you to do the best you can do. The community of members are welcoming and truly a family. I couldn't imagine working out with a better group of people.

Brian Soper

Great workout and great atmosphere. Look forward to the next workout!!

Bill Judson

This is a great crossfit facility. I have had a chance to visit many crossfit and this is one of the best facilities I've been to. The trainer was very welcoming and helpful If you're looking for a spot to crossfit, I highly recommend Crossfit PE.