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CROSSFIT

TEESSIDE

IS FOR EVERYONE

Teesside's first and largest CrossFit gym. Established 2011.

Inside the Box

Train with purpose, coached every step of the way

Join a welcoming community where every session is coach-led and every workout is scalable to your ability. At CrossFit Teesside, we focus on safe progression and real results in a professional, supportive environment.

CrossFit Teesside Facility
Community

Member Stories

Real stories from real members. From first-day nerves to achieving things they never thought possible.

Jim's Story

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Gina's Story

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Getting Started

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What our members say

Getting Started and Ongoing Training

Whether you’re brand new or building on experience, these options guide your next step.

How to start

Teesside's simplest path to a fitter life.

Book your intro
01

Book your intro

Come down, meet the coaches, and see the gym. No pressure, no workout required.

No pressure discovery session

Learn the basics with a coach
02

Learn the basics with a coach

Our introduction course helps you move safely and confidently before joining regular classes.

Expert coaching foundation

Join classes using TeamUp
03

Join classes using TeamUp

Book into classes that suit your schedule and train alongside our community.

Simple and flexible booking

No contracts. No joining fee.

Book your intro

Meet the Coaches

Our coaches are experts in their field, with years of hands-on experience coaching people of all ages and ability levels. They focus on teaching proper movement, building confidence, and making sure every session is both safe and effective.

Lee Howe

Lee Howe

Founder / Coach

Passionate about community, long-term progression, and building a welcoming training environment.

Rich McWade

Rich McWade

Head Coach

Focused on helping members move better, get stronger, and train safely at every level.

Emily

Emily

Coach

Dedicated to quality coaching and helping members feel confident in every session.

The Facility

The Box

Teesside's first and largest CrossFit gym for a reason. We offer the space and equipment you need to excel.

  • Massive training floor
  • Free onsite parking
  • Located on Teesside Industrial Estate
  • Open 7 days a week
"Just bring comfortable workout gear, a water bottle, and a willingness to work hard. We take care of the rest."

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Latest Workouts

Sep 2

Todays WOD

General Warm Up  Dynamic Drills WOD "Descent" For Time: 1000m Run 1000m Row | Ski or 2000m Bike or 2500m Echo Bike 800m Run 800m Row | Ski or 1600m Bike or 2000m Echo Bike 600m Run 600m Row | Ski or 1200m Bike or 1800m Echo Bike 500m Run 500m Row | Ski or 1000m Bike or 1500m Echo Bike 400m Run 400m Row | Ski or 800m Bike or 1000m Echo Bike 300m Run 300m Row | Ski or 600m Bike or 800m Echo Bike 200m Run 200m Row | Ski or 400m Bike or 600m Echo Bike Time Cap = 37 min Scaling and Modifications: *Reduce Run and Machine Distance: 100 - 200m less *2 machines for non-runners
Nov 2

Olympic Lifting

3 Rounds 20 90 | 90s [10 per leg] 10 Pikes Thoracic Mobility Primer @ empty bar  1 High Hang Muscle Snatch 1 Tall Squat Snatch 1 Snatch Balance 1 Overhead Squat *Repeat for 2 sets* Day 1 - Snatch A.] Snatch 3 x 1 @ 75% *Rest 2 min between sets* B.] Snatch Pull 3 x 3 @ 90% *Rest 2 min between sets* C.] Snatch Deadlift 3 x 3 @ 100% *Rest 2 min between sets* D.] Front Squat 3 x 5 @ 75% *Rest 2 min between sets* 3 Rounds 20 Scap Press 10 I's , Y's and T's 20 Banded Good Morning Primer @ empty bar  1 High Hang Muscle Clean 1 Hang Muscle Clean 1 High Hang Power Clean 1 Hang Clean 3 Front Squats *Repeat for 2 sets* Day 2 - Clean and Jerk A.] Clean and Jerk 3 x 1 @ 70% *Rest 2 min between sets* B.] Clean Pull 3 x 3 @ 90% *Rest 2 min between sets* C.] Clean Deadlift 3 x 3 @ 100% *Rest 2 min between sets* D.] Overhead Squat 3 x 5 @ 65% *Rest 2 min between sets*
Aug 30

Strength

Perform each exercise back to back with a max of 10 sec transition between movements - Rest a full 3 min between sets [Weight increase from last week - look to add 5 - 10kg on barbell movements and possible 1 weight class higher on Dumbbell or kettlebell movements] Day 1 - Legs  Warm Up  3 Sets 10 x 90 | 90s [5 each leg] 10 Single Leg RDL 10 Empty Bar Backsquats *6 Reps Building to working set weight* 3 Sets of: 6 Back Squats @ 80% of 1RM [or 2 RIR] 12 Bulgarian Split Squats [Each Leg] 25 Goblet Cycle Squat *Rest 3 min*  Core: 4 Sets Max GHD Sit Up Hold or Hollow Hold 5 - 6 Negative Dragonflys [5 sec decent - stop just before feet hit the floor] 12 Weighted Russian Twists [Use a Dumbbell, Kettlebell or medicine ball] Day 2 - Chest Warm Up  3 Sets  10 Scap Presses 10sec Ring Support Hold 10 Empty Bar Bench Press *6 Reps Building to working set weight* 3 Sets of: 6 Bench Press @ 80% of 1RM [or 2 RIR] 12 Ring Dip or DB Press Up 25 Incline Lying DB Fly *Rest 3 min* Core + Accessory:  4 Sets  Max Ring Support Hold 14 Lying DB Skull Crusher 14 Banded Tricep Press Down Day 3 - Back Warm Up  3 Sets 10 Horizontal Ring Row 10sec Bar Hang 10 Empty Bar Bent Over Row *6 Reps Building to working set weight* 3 Sets of:   6 Reverse Grip Bent Over Row [2 RIR] 12 Strict Pull Ups 25 Double DB Seal Row *Rest 3 min* Core + Accessory: 4 Sets: 10 Lying DB Pull Over 10 Strict Knee | Leg Raises 10 V-Ups Day 4 - Legs  Warm Up  3 Sets 10 Sit Ups 10 Single Leg RDL 10 Empty Bar Deadlifts *6 Reps Building to working set weight* 3 Sets of:  6 Dead Stop Deadlift @ 80% [2 RIR] 12 Double DB Reverse Lunge 30 sec Back Extension Hold *Rest 3 min*

Timetable

We run coach-led sessions throughout the week to fit around work, family, and everyday life. All class bookings are managed through the TeamUp app, making it easy to view the timetable, book sessions, and manage your training. To get started, you’ll need to create your account using our booking page first. Once signed up, you can access everything through the TeamUp app, available on both the App Store and Google Play.

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