Thatchers' Training Center

I've been training at CrossFit Lawrence for 4 months now and the progression of my fitness level is nothing short of amazing. Were it not for the incredible coaching skills and encouragement from trainers Thomas, Kyle and Andrew, I would not have found my love for powerlifting and be preparing for my first competition. If you want hands-on attention and training without the cost of a personal trainer, this is the place for you. Their focus on education and injury prevention is top-notch, their approach truly comprehensive. They even have kids crossfit, crossfit masters (ages 50+), and crossfit moms (pre- and post-natal) classes!Thanks to CFL, I can now do things which I never thought I'd do - Olympic lifting, powerlifting, unassisted pull-ups, dozens and dozens of push-ups, handstands, gymnastics, running 7 minute miles, etc. My level of fitness has never been higher and there's plenty of room for growth and improvement.The facility at 22nd & Haskell is roomy and the walls are covered in striking street-style graffiti. It might not seem a place where you would find yourself, but once you're there it feels like home. There's a great sense of camaraderie and support among the CFL members. Everyone encourages each other to keep going, to work hard, and congratulates each other on a good workout. It's rare to find such a good group of folks who have nothing but truly and sincerely nice things to say about each other.If you want to take your fitness to the next level, enjoy your workouts and meet some great people, this is the place for you. I, for one, will be happy to make your acquaintance.

I have been training at CFL's temporary location on and off for about 18 months now. Having just announced acquisition of permanent facilities here in Lawrence, CFL promises to become the premier spot for fitness and performance training in town.Thomas, Kyle, and Andrew are fantastic coaches, incorporating contagious enthusiasm and energy with the Crossfit methodology and up-to-date certification and education.Membership at CFL is mostly young 20-somethings, but there is also a strong core of more mature athletes and athletes-in-training. Regardless, everyone I've met there has been friendly, supportive, and excited.If you are inexperienced with Crossfit, expect a friendly welcome, and be ready to jump into the most efficient training program I have encountered.For visiting Crossfitters, come grab a WoD and make some new friends!

Visited this box while visiting Lawrence over a weekend. The coaches are great and very supportive and enthusiastic. The members here were very welcoming. The ambiance is very cool with motivational graffiti on the walls. Would highly recommend for a quick workout while visiting or to join if you live in Lawrence. A++++

CrossFit Lawrence has been in their new location now for exactly 1 year and it just keeps getting better. The street-style graffiti may be the first thing you notice, but don't let the looks of the place deceive you. The trainers Thomas, Kyle, Andrew and Danny offer a comprehensive scope. Their focus on form and function is priority and the personalized training is invaluable. The emphasis on continuing education keeps the staff top notch while ensuring their individual client's needs are addressed. Those elements combined with the community enthusiasm and encouragement for all levels of performance, both young and old, is just part of what makes this a unique fitness facility in Lawrence.

While on business in Kansas, I needed to find a good place to work out. Crossfit Lawrence provided the perfect workout with a very knowledgeable group of people and an intense, no nonsense experience.Whenever in Kansas, Crossfit Lawrence will definitely be on my schedule!!

This is by far the best crossfit box I've been to. I dropped in one day from out of town, and was blown away. Thomas's knowledge, coaching ability, and body work are out of this world! I went for a one hour class and stayed for three hours! I just couldn't leave. I haven't stopped thinking about the way I stand or my posture since I left!

I've done dozens of different exercise programs and joined many gyms over the last 10 yrs. Crossfit Lawrence is simply the best blend of strength training, high intensity interval training, stretching, mobility, speed, agility, endurance and most of all, it's fun and constantly changing! Plus they have yoga and rockclimbing. What more could you want?!?! The community here is AMAZING, I feel totally supported and it's a very positive place to work towards your specific health and fitness goals. The coaches are also really knowledgeable and are sticklers about perfect form. I love this place and will never go back to boring cardio and low weight/many reps type of workouts!