CrossFit Fortius · Since 2012
Coached CrossFit in Point Loma, San Diego
Every level welcome. A coach scales every workout to you, and you’ll feel like you belong the second you walk in.
Free for San Diego residents. No card, no obligation.
4.9 from 229 Google reviews
New to CrossFit?
How your free week works
You’re exactly who it’s for. Here’s what happens, step by step, so there are no surprises.
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Claim your week
Fill out the short form. We text you a link to book your first class.
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Meet your coach
Arrive 15 minutes early and check in at the front desk. The coach on duty meets you at the whiteboard and walks you through every movement.
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Train at your level
Train with us for seven days. Every workout is written for four levels, L1 to L4, so you work hard at the right one.
What your first class looks like
- A warm-up with the whole class.
- A strength piece, taught step by step.
- The workout of the day, at the level you and your coach pick.
- Sixty minutes, done. Bring water and shoes you can train in.
Nervous before your first class? That’s normal. Every new member gets walked through it by a coach.
“I walked in as a total beginner, and was able to learn so much. I highly recommend for anyone looking to try out CrossFit for the first time.”
Olivia S.Google review“I was so nervous when I joined because I had never done CrossFit before, but the coaches were very friendly and the other people working out were welcoming also!”
Chelsea W.Google review“I’ve done the Fortius free week trial and I’ve dropped in several times. I finally made the best decision to commit to a membership and I’m so glad I did. Every single coach is extremely knowledgeable, professional, uplifting, and inspiring.”
Cailey G.Google review
What sets us apart
The Fortius Difference
Expert Guidance
Our coaches hold CrossFit, USA Weightlifting, and USA Powerlifting certifications, and they coach every movement in every class.
Every Level, One Class
Every workout is written for four levels. A first-timer and a competitor train side by side, and both get a hard workout at the right level.
Connection
You will be coached, not babysat. Whether you compete or have never set foot in a gym, you get the same attention from your coach.
In San Diego Since 2012
Fortius started in a 1,400 sq. ft. shoebox. Today we train in a 9,000 sq. ft. gym in Point Loma, and our members stay 26 months on average.
Your coaches
Coaches who know your name
Every class is led by a certified coach. Here are a few of the people you’ll meet.
Jesse Malcomb
Founder and Coach
USA Weightlifting National coach. Founded Fortius in 2012.
Willie Washington
Head Coach
Seven-time Fortius Coach of the Year.
Daimino Stewart
Head of Programming
Former pro football player. Leads the Competitor Program.
Liv Harrison
Coach
Found CrossFit through a Groupon in 2016. Competing since 2023.
Programs
Programs for every level
From your first class to your first competition.
CrossFit Classes
Sixty coached minutes: warm-up, strength, and the workout of the day, written for four levels.
Explore classes
Fortius Kickstart
Two 75-minute 1-on-1 sessions to learn every movement before you join a class.
Explore Kickstart
Olympic Lifting
The snatch and the clean and jerk, built into class, plus free lifting seminars for members.
Explore Olympic lifting
Nutrition Coaching
Clear, practical 8- and 12-week programs with a coach. No fad diets.
Explore nutrition
Our community
Come for the coaching.
Stay for the people.
Community at Fortius is the 5:00 AM crew that notices when you miss a day. It’s Friday Night Lights during the CrossFit Open, the Fortius Classic, the Halloween Lift-Off, and our anniversary workout every October.
Our members come from every background and every fitness level, and you’ll train next to people who want you to win.
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Questions we hear every week
I’ve never done CrossFit. Is that OK?
Yes. You’re exactly who the free week is for. Every workout scales, and your coach helps you pick your level. Want more help first? Fortius Kickstart gives you two 1-on-1 sessions before your first class.
Will I feel out of place?
No. Every level trains in the same class, so nobody stands out. Everyone in the room was new once.
Do I need to get in shape first?
No. You get in shape here. We’d rather you scale a workout than get hurt, and your coach will tell you when it’s time to push.
I’m over 40 or have an old injury. Can I still train?
Yes. Tell your coach before class, and they’ll adjust any movement that doesn’t work for you. If your doctor has limited what you can do, follow that first. Kickstart is a smart start after time off.
Who can do the free week?
San Diego residents, or anyone moving here soon, who are thinking about joining. No card, no obligation. Visiting from out of town? Book a drop-in instead.
How much is a membership?
It depends on the plan. We offer monthly memberships, 6- and 12-month upfront plans that cost less per month, and discounts for military, first responders, teachers, nurses, students, and couples who join together. Get our current rates.
When are classes?
Weekday classes start at 5:00, 6:15, 7:30, and 9:00 AM, and at 12:00, 3:00, 4:15, and 5:30 PM. Saturdays at 6:45, 8:00, 9:15, and 10:30 AM. Sundays at 8:00 and 9:15 AM. See the full schedule.
Free for San Diego residents
Your first week is on us.
Seven days of coached classes. No card, no obligation. Claim it today and book your first class.
3760 Riley St, Point Loma. Minutes from Ocean Beach, Liberty Station, and Old Town. Get directions
ABOUT US
Coaching San Diego since 2012. CrossFit for every level in Point Loma, minutes from Ocean Beach, Liberty Station, and Old Town. San Diego residents, your first week is free.
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CrossFit Fortius HQ
3760 Riley St
San Diego, CA 92110
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