South Landing CrossFit

Great group of coaches and a excellent community of members

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Phenomenal coaches with an even better culture of respect, humility, excellence, and community. Shane and Crissy have done a wonderful job building and maintaining a box that is inviting to everyone regardless of fitness level. Every time I open the door, I know I'm going to be greeted by name, and encouraged by my coaches to push my own limits in a way that benefits my safety and health for the long-term. Just a great place to workout and build friendships. More...

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If you’re looking for a gym, this is the place to go! Incredible coaches and incredible people! They offer every option for your fitness needs-group classes, private trading, small group training, nutritional counseling, etc. SouthLanding CrossFit is a huge part of my life and I couldn’t recommend them more! More...

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I cannot say enough good things about South Landing Crossfit. If you want to get your sweat on with a group that makes you feel like you just walked into mom's house on Thanksgiving after not being home for 10 years then this is the place. Very knowledgable staff that will go out of their way to make you feel welcome. More...

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Amazing community with welcoming coaches that guide, encourage, and prioritize safe healthy movement for all participants. Love this place!

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One of the best decisions I have ever made was joining South Landing Crossfit. The coaches are all amazing and really work hard to get to know you and ensure the workouts are challenging and safe for all skill levels. SLCF has a friendly and supportive environment that I would recommend to anyone. More...

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Great gym! I also travel and experience other Crossfit gyms. The coaching is superior at SLCF. It makes all the difference to me. The gym is really for everyone and anyone that can commit to showing up! Like recess for adults!! More...

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I am so thankful I found South Landing! I have learned so much about exercise and nutrition from the coaches, and all of the members are so supportive! Going to class at SLCF is often the highlight of my day, my “me time,” and it’s a place where I constantly feel encouraged! More...

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I have nothing negative to say about SLCF! Joining this incredible CrossFit family has saved my life!

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Great people/excellent coaching. Handy location. Nice facility. I love starting my day there.

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We were able to complete an Open workout here and it was awesome. Very well organized, encouraging, challenging, etc. More than enough space, quality equipment, and they even have a tall bar on the rig to do pull-ups. Great spot!

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Awesome CrossFit gym, highly recommended!! Dropped in for a couple of workouts while traveling through Knoxville and they treated me like I'd been a member for years! Coaching was clear and helpful, people we're super nice and welcoming, facilities we're high quality and spotless! More...

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I have been doing CrossFit for over 3 years now, and from my experiences, South Landing is a one of a kind gym. Owners Shane and Crissy Glarrow are two of the most knowledgeable coaches in Knoxville, not just in terms of CrossFit, but in terms of overall health and wellness. Both owners have extensive experience in CrossFit, not only as coaches/owners, but also as athletes. They have created an environment that focuses on wholistically bettering yourself, while not treating fitness like a product. In my two years here, neither of them have ever compared me to another person or athlete, or used a different person’s fitness level as a goal for me. Rather, they individualize goals to suit their clients. South Landing also features other knowledgeable coaches Billy and Megh, who both (along with Shane) have their L2 coaching certifications. Every coach at South Landing emphasizes proper form above perceived performance. They will push you to your limits and improve you as an athlete, but they do so in a way that does not harm your body or overwork you. I believe this is why South Landing has a very small number of yearly injuries as opposed to other CrossFit gyms. They somehow maintain a hardworking, fun environment while simultaneously demanding an emphasis on safety. The price is very standard for a CrossFit gym, however, with how coaches put aside their own time to help clients with nutrition, overall well-being, and mental health, often times for free, I believe that it is well worth the value. Everyone on staff has done an unbelievable job creating the best environment possible for anyone looking to improve their lives. More...

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I have been going to South Landing for almost 2 years, and I can honestly say that it is one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only do the coaches care about your health and fitness, but they make the effort to get to know you and learn about your life. The coaches emphasize safety and scaling workouts to your ability while still making the workout challenging. The members here are some of the nicest people I have ever met, and have become some of my closest friends. I would recommend South Landing to anyone looking to improve their health and fitness with a fun and friendly community. More...

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Nice welcoming staff. Free community workouts on Sat at 10

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The thing I love most about South Landing's 'Always Move Forward' mentality is I am met where I'm at everyday. That's the great thing about moving forward- the starting point doesn't matter. The coaches' passion for meeting people where they are at and moving them forward creates a place of recognition, encouragement and growth. More...

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Dropped in Saturday for their open gym and was welcomed with open arms. Really neat was the FREE WOD they did at 10:00 a.m . for the neighborhood. This place is what community is all about. The owners are above and beyond nice. I'll be stopping back by next time I'm in Knoxville. Thank yall for your hospitality. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Great box with friendly coaches and members! I dropped in over the holiday break and felt so welcome! Looking forward to dropping in again whenever I come back to Knoxville to visit my parents.

Reviewed on Facebook

South Landing CF breaks down the stereotypes you may have about working out and gets you feeling stronger through experienced and effective coaching, meticulously programmed workouts, and a fun and friendly atmosphere that makes you feel a part of their community from the moment you walk in the door. You'll be taken aback by what you learn about your body's capabilities here. More...

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I was visiting out of town for the day. Excellent people, very nice facilities, good WOD. Thanks, guys! ;-)

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What I have loved about Crossfit that most people don't know is that it is truly for anyone! Crissy is so good about asking what your individual goals are and then tailoring what you do to achieve your goals. I am a 57 year old grandmother of 5 and I want to work on my strength and flexibility and maintain a healthy weight. Crissy doesn't have me working toward crazy lifting goals because that doesn't fit my overall goals. I want to be healthy and able to be active and do things with my grandkids. I would recommend South Landing Crossfit to anyone...don't be intimated by the 'Crossfit' brand. Anyone can really do it and the community aspect of it makes it so much more fun than going and working out by yourself. More...

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Shane & Crissy have worked with me for the past year. The focus has been on maintaining strength and flexibility as I get older and deal with a chronic back issue. They have scaled me back and propelled me forward, depending on MY current capabilities. Thanks to them, I have come to understand that the movements of CrossFit can be applied and tailored to ALL fitness levels and objectives. Their encouragement and dedication to MY goals and abilities have kept me moving forward to take charge of my physical state instead of accepting decreased mobility. Their incredible, positive approach to all things in life is perfect for anyone looking for a workout community to keep them engaged and moving toward a healthier lifestyle. More...

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If you had asked me at the beginning of the year if I'd ever consider doing CrossFit, I would have said no. After being talked into signing up for South Landing's bootcamp course, and then loving it so much that I signed up for another bootcamp, I am now an excited and eager new member to the SLCF family. Crissy and Shane clearly care about the South Knox community and the people who inhabit it, and they're making it a better place by helping people focus on fitness and make steps toward a healthier and happier lifestyle. I would recommend this facility and these coaches to anyone looking to take a step toward health goals! More...

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Crissy and Shane designed this gym with one thing top of mind; what their members care about. The set up is accommodating to professionals, welcoming to families with kids, and offers some top notch finishes that make it both modern and rugged.

Most importantly, they've created an environment for people to feel comfortable sharing their goals and offering a supportive atmosphere for them to be achieved. Crissy is a coach, a counselor, a mentor and a friend. Let her introduce you to a version of yourself you've been waiting your whole life to meet. More...

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I worked out here today for the first time and came away impressed. The facility (box) is great, equipment is top notch and the coaches/owners are amazing. I've never met any trainers, coaches, etc. that invest themselves more in making their athletes better. You only need to talk to Crissy or Shane for just a couple of minutes before it becomes apparent that they truly care for their customers. If you are in the downtown/south Knoxville area and are serious about improving your fitness, you really need to give South Landing a try. It is worth every penny. More...

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Dropped in while in town for a conference, Super friendly staff and great facilities. Would definitely return if I find myself back in Knoxville.

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I dropped in while in town for work. Shane was polite via email! They were SUPER friendly and welcoming!! They made me feel like I was a member of their gym for a long time. Some boxes can be intimidating- this is NOT South Landing. I highly recommend this gym to travelers and natives of Knoxville alike. I will definitely come back if and when I’m in town. More...

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One of my favorite spots to pop in for a great workout. Crissy & Shane are super friendly! Thank you

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Two of the most amazing people I have met, doing what they love, passionate about, and providing an amazing experience and fitness journey.

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We dropped in here on our move across the country. The people here are amazing and the box was fantastic! Loved it!! So grateful for SLCF being so welcoming!

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Everyone is super welcoming - coaches and athletes alike. Great atmosphere and quality equipment/facility. The owners are also very supportive of neighboring businesses and the SoKno community as a whole. I'm so glad I joined the SLCF family! More...

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South Landing CrossFit is a CrossFit gym. So, what does that mean? Does it mean that you have to be able to do multiple push-ups and pull-ups or be able to lift 300 lbs. ? The answer to that question is ABSOLUTELY NOT!

Before I tell you what I think about CrossFit and more importantly about this particular gym, I will admit something. I once thought that only people who were super athletes, muscle bound, fiercely intense and very competitive did CrossFit and that was no place for someone like me. Someone who has struggled with their weight since they were 5, never once played a sport, and was absent of any muscle definition. However, I had a friend that owned a CrossFit gym in another state and he kept trying to talk me into going to one. Finally, I agreed.

I went to a local CrossFit gym in North Carolina for at least 3 days, but never once walked through the door. I set in the parking lot and watched very fit people walk through the door and never saw anyone that looked like me. At that point, I determined that CrossFit indeed was not for someone like me. So, I went on with my normal life, struggling with my weight and not happy about it. Until one day I was 426 lbs. and very depressed. I decided at that point I needed to ask for help. For me, this help came as a gastric sleeve surgery to help me lose the weight.

In preparation for the surgery, I started going to a gym and spending a lot of time on the treadmill. I kept up this activity after the surgery and even added some work on some of the weight machines. The weight started coming off fast and it was great. This lasted for a while and I lost around 130 pounds. Although then something happened, the weight stopped going down. Since I was not seeing progress, I started slipping back into some bad habits. Then I went through a stressful relocation to Knoxville and that resulted into some more bad habits and even slipping some on going to the gym. To be completely honest, I was in a bad place physically and mentally. I felt truly broken.

Knowing I needed a change I was again went seeking help. I started going to therapy, seeing a holistic Dr. to assist with my nutrition and health and I also bought a Groupon for a CrossFit gym. This is where I met Crissy and Shane who are the owners of South Landing CrossFit. Crissy and Shane taught me that CrossFit was for everyone and it was not about what you couldn’t do, but what you could do. I didn’t have to be able to do push-ups, pull-ups and lift 300 lbs. However, I could still do all the workouts everyone else was doing, sometimes at a lighter weight or a slightly different movement, but still the same workout. I also learned quickly that I was not the only one who had to do their workouts this way. It was actually very common and very acceptable.
Also, the members of the gym were so helpful to me and I can’t tell you how many times they cheered me on to finish my workout or even joined me after theirs was finished. I felt like I was supposed to be exactly right there and I NEVER once felt judged by anyone. In fact, CrossFit gyms are such a judgment free place you won’t even find mirrors on the walls in any CrossFit gym or at least the 10 or so I have visited.

I have been doing CrossFit for almost 2 years now and I switched to South Landing CrossFit when it opened. I really missed working with Crissy and Shane, on almost a daily basis, because they made me a better person each day. They picked me up when I was down (physically and mentally), they cheered me when I was booing myself. They were always there to remind me of how far I have come and for that I am forever thankful. They played such a part in fixing this broken man I had to come and continue my journey with them as they started this new journey of their own.

This gym is no different, it has great group of normal people, who have to scale the workouts to fit them just like I still do for me. There is no judgment and no pressure to be something that you are not. It is just great people helping each other be the best that they can be. So, do not be like the old me and put off something that may in fact change your life. Come try their free 7 day trial, you have nothing to lose, except for some weight and maybe even some emotional baggage.

P.S. I still struggle with my weight and I still cannot do pull-ups and probably a couple of dozen other movements. However, the difference is, I am perfectly fine with that. I have learned that it is the journey that matters not the destination and CrossFit and Crissy and Shane have played a large part in me learning it.

Note: I would have posted a before and after picture, but I don’t have a brain scan that shows how much my self-image, confidence, pride and overall happiness have increased. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I was so intimidated about CrossFit. I stepped through the SLCF doors and all those fears disappeared. I genuinely feel that my best interest, well-being, and fitness is a priority when I interact and get coached. Crissy, Shane, Jessie, and Billy are great! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I dropped into South Landing this week and I had a great experience with coach William Charles Holman! I highly recommend this gym and looking forward to dropping in again soon. Thank you!

Reviewed on Facebook

Went in as a complete newbie to crossfit. After the first class, I could not have felt more confident and am ready for another go. Really a comfortable location and a beyond helpful staff. More...

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I love the community here! My only complaint is that the gym is expensive. With that said though, you get a fantastic, supportive community and a workout that matches the price. Billy is one of my favorite coaches! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I love this gym! The workouts are rigorous but don't leave you feeling beat down. All staff members exhibit a high level of expertise. Everyone is very encouraging and positive. More...

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I love SLCF. It is a great, positive environment and amazing gym. Incredible coaches that offer excellent direction no matter what level you are at. The gym is focused on your growth and fitness goals and how they can help you reach them and thrive. I love working out at a gym that genuinely cares about my goals and challenging me to push further. BEST CF GYM! More...

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SLCF meets you where you are at. The coaches are invested in their members and will walk with you as you set your own personal fitness goals. It's a great gym with a welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community. More...

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This gym is awesome. The coaches are always encouraging. They help me modify the workouts when needed and know when to push me to get stronger. I feel so much better throughout the day when I start if off with SLCF! More...

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This CF gym is very welcoming of ALL fitness levels and body types. I was always intimidated by the thought of going to a CF. After speaking with Crissy, and having my First Steps sessions, I knew that SLCF was gold quality! The trainers make sure that safety and mechanics are always properly executed.
Aside from the logistics, the atmosphere is very community oriented. I totally recommend this CF! More...

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