Ive been to other boxes around the country, which frankly made me a little apprehensive about joining a box here close to home. Finally decided to give 286 a try about a month and a half ago and Im glad I did! The team here really goes out of their way to make you feel welcome here regardless of ability, whether its an email to see how youre doing, a check-in, or a simple icebreaker to get to know the other folks youll be suffering with. Little things like that go a long way. All the coaches have been super encouraging and great to get along with. Definitely recommend!

Great gym overall. I really enjoy the class atmosphere, its very accommodating and welcoming to all skill and personal health levels. I have seen everything from younger HS kids, to older folks working in the same space. Coaches are all very helpful, and work to adjust workouts to scale/individual capability. Strong emphasis on form/safety over throwing up big weight numbers. Owner is great to reach out to, and is well receptive of feedback

Al and his team are passionate about helping people not only get in shape but also enjoy the journey. They are professional and understand that every person has their own limitations and expectations, and they make sure to work with each person individually to ensure that they not only reach their goals, but that they do it safely. Definitely they best trainers I have had the pleasure to work with.

Crossfit286 is an incredible community box with welcoming coaches and members. Regardless of your experience, the coaches will work to help you achieve your goals. Highly, highly recommend!!!

This gym is amazing. The instructors are super attentive and explain exercises in detail, emphasizing proper technique to avoid injuries. CrossFit has a certain image that can be intimidating to many but here, workouts can be scaled for anyone and still be rewarding. And the community is instantly warm and welcome. Hope to see everyone there!

I started my Crossfit journey in Ohio ! After moving to Northern Virginia area I was looking for a similar high quality, professional Crossfit box that can provide me the same positive experience as my first one ! I am so glad I found Crossfit286 ! Absolutely love the community, programming and support the owner and all the coaches provide ! Look no furthur, you will absolutely be thrilled being a part of the CF286 family 💪🏽❤️

Some of the worst coaches during the 3 years I was here. LOWEL was rude and disrespectful. Told me I was fat and overweight during a class. Told me to get a physical when there was a movement I couldnt do. When brought to the owners attention, he dismissed it and never once did he ever apologize for this mans behavior and kept him on the coaching staff. JEN also rude, calling out other coaches teaching and telling them how to do it in the class in front of everyone. Disrespectful attitudes by several coaches. Kept unqualified coaches and if you want a real crossfit experience its not here. I would classes would relate to an overpriced experience at sport and health. The owner AL has no organization and several times attempted to manipulate members to higher rates and policy changes that kept changing all the time. Very cliquish. If you were not part of the cool kids you did not have a place here. Competition were done excluding others. Then the owner decides to make political rhetoric during politically tense times. Im not going to pretend everything was great when Ive traveled the world and seen how so many other crossfit boxes operate . They claim its family, but it was time to get out of this abusive relationship.

An awesome gym! I just moved here from Atlanta and this gym has a great community that immediately made me feel welcome. The workouts are great. Highly recommend

I have been a member of this box for over a year and love it! Great Box and a very welcoming and skilled coaches who pay attention to details. Great for any level of fitness and the facility is well equipped. Small group classes means coaches have time time to pay attention to every athlete!

Awesome Box! Programming was top notch, they started and ended class on time, and have a sweet custom rig set up. Coach Al is a great coach and was able to successfully coach and give attention to athletes of all levels during the hour class. I’ll be back next time I’m in town.

Great place, great trainers, great members. A friendly enviornment. They dont have an intimidation factor.They definitely make CrossFit fun! They can help almost anyone with their health and fitness goals.

Ive been a member for a few months now and I love 286! The coaches are all great, equipment is fantastic, and the culture is on point with the cross fit community as a whole. 100% recommend!

Great trainers and community. Team makes sure to teach you technique safely before progressing to working hard. Well located for anyone on Herndon and Reston!

New to all of this, but so far it has made finding and pushing my limits fun.

This gym is such a nice escape from the rest of my everyday life. The owner, Al, is positive, calm and an excellent Coach. Everyone is encouraged and treated with respect here. Since joining Crossfit 286, I have seen dramatic, positive, improvements in my health and personal well being. I cannot recommend Crossfit 286 highly enough. 10+ !

I dropped in while traveling, and had a fantastic time. Solid programming and coaching - and attention from the coaches even though I was a visitor. Definitely recommend for drop-ins or those looking for a box.

Dropped in from out of town and felt right at home. Training was professional and ample for my level and I had a great WOD. A+

Al and the coaches at Crossfit 286 are really great and can accomodate athletes of all abilities. The facilities and equipment are top-notch, the box is close to work, and the community in the gym is warm and welcoming. Im pleased with my progression and growth from being a member of Crossfit 286!

Amazing gym! Awesome community and atmosphere!! Great coaches !

Best CrossFit in Town. Staff is amazing and they have everything I need for an amazing workout.

Welcoming environment, responsive owner. 10/10

I have been going to Crossfit 286 for about 2 months now transferring from Crossfit Tysons. The staff and members were warm and welcoming from the moment I stepped foot into the box. The coaches are knowledgable and provides one on one attention if help is needed with form. Great box and highly recommend to those looking for a good box in the Northern Virginia area!

Best CrossFit/Gym around. Amazing coaches, community and equipment!!!!