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January 2024 by A C.
Wow! What an awesome gym! I'm visiting Hartford for the weekend and wanted to get a workout in. This was only my second CF class and first at this location so I was intimidated. But everyone was so super supportive. As a beginner the coach was really helpful in modifying everything and making sure my form was good, etc. Clean, large facility. Highly recommend dropping in if you're in the area!
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November 2022 by Stuart Nichols
Great facility - allowed me to drop in for some Olympic Lifting. Everyone from the owner to coaches to members were super friendly!
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April 2022 by christina Biondo
I have been a member at Back East for years! The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and I never feel that something is too complicated to try. There are always many scales and options for every work out. The community is amazing and I have made many friends over the years. Thanks to Back East I have gotten stronger, fitter, faster and I look forward to my workouts everyday!
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March 2022 by Jen Smith
Best crossfit gym I’ve been too, such an amazing community of people
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January 2022 by Aman Singh
Amazing community, great facility, awesome programming.Coaches are really knowledgeable and have great positive attitude towards every person. Jeff will work with you to modify any workout to adapt to any personal limitations you may have. I highly recommend anyone of any ability to stop by and try the workouts.Bonus..they have two separate shower areas.
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December 2021 by keith millette
You won't find a better facility in Connecticut! The owners take exceptional care of the equipment and always have awesome programming. My favorite thing about Back East is the friendly community. Competitive enough for you to push yourself, but very supportive and fun!
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August 2021 by Jenna L. Scisco
I walked into Back East with zero Crossfit experience and found a welcoming community with awesome owners and coaches who helped me find fun in fitness again. In just 2 years of going 3x per week, I am stronger than I have ever been. Take the leap - you'll be so happy you did!
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May 2020 by Jean L.
So I started going to this gym because they were closer to work. The drive back to my first gym was tiring. I lived about 50 minutes away. When I joined, the members was very welcoming. Owners were attentive and responded well to suggestions and comments. I wasn't new to crossfit but certainly not a pro. So I benefited a lot from increased knowledge with new workouts (at least new to me). The best thing to me is the programming. It just makes sense. Gradually increasing in strength and stamina. In all my years at attempting to get fit, I've seen the most progress in strength with BackEast! Looking to reunite after this corona funk is over!
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October 2019 by Steven Doughty
Jeff and Mackenzie are truly passionate about their community, their facility and of course helping their members hit their goals! The programming has helped me stay stronger than when I was in college but in a safe and controlled way. I loved it so much I decided to Coach part time because of how great my experience has been!
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October 2019 by Kaitlyn E.
Back East CrossFit is a truly wonderful gym. Not only is the gym clean and organized, but everyone from the owners and coaches to the members are incredibly warm and welcoming. The community at Back East keeps me motivated even on days when I don't feel like working out. It's a great place and I'd recommend it to anyone.
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October 2019 by Ben Biondi
The past year has been an unforgettable experience for me. I jumped from gym to gym over the years and have never experienced a facility like Back East. The community and coaches are overwhelmingly welcoming, motivating and fun. Jeff and MacKenzie have built an incredible team and I highly recommend everyone experience BECF for yourself.
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October 2019 by Theodore Donald
I have been a part of this community for just over two years. Since then I’ve gotten into the best shape I’ve ever been in, shaken off injuries from poor training and have been the most motivated to stay fit as I’ve ever been. This is because of that community. The coaches, the help I’ve been given and the friends I’ve made are long lasting. If you’re not at Back East, reconsider, this gym literally changed my life.
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October 2019 by Laura O.
Backeast is exceptional! I have been part of the family since Backeast opened 4 years ago. Prior to that Mackenzie and Jeff, the owners and coaches had been part of three previous years experience I had with Crossfit at other gyms. They had a vision for what is now Backeast: A clean, well organized, awesome workout experience that bonds it's members into a family. Anyone at any fitness level will benefit from the mental, physical, and social experience they find here at Backeast.
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May 2019 by Meghan O'Brien
I met Jeff and Mackenzie when they dropped into my affiliate in Roswell, GA, while they were visiting family. What AWESOME people. It's easy for anyone to look good on their own "home turf," but I was truly impressed by how well they they integrated into our class, listened to the coach, and interacted positively with the other members in the class. Even after spending just an hour with them, and another 30 minutes or so "talking shop" about the CrossFit world, I can tell that Jeff and Mackenzie care about their members, as well as our sport.
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April 2019 by Jim Enowitch
I have been a member since day one. The coaching is top notch as is the programming. If your looking to change things up or wanting to get fitter and stronger this is the place for you!!
