THE BEST GYM NEAR ME IN Urbandale

THE GYM FOR
FITNESS FRIENDSHIP NUTRITION MINDSET YOU
IN Urbandale

HEY THERE! ARE YOU TIRED OF:

Boring Workouts Alone?

Workouts are way more fun together! Our purpose is to pass on empowering knowledge and training guidance in order to have a positive impact on the health and fitness of everyone we work with in the Urbandale area.

Wasting time Not Getting results?

Because life is too short for time wasted in the gym working out alone, at CrossFit West Des Moines you become part of a strong tribe of like-minded individuals encouraging each other and winning at life.

Not Having A solid Game Plan?

Our main focus at CrossFit West Des Moines is guidance and structure. Life is full of long work days and every day challenges that keep us from getting what we really want – to be in great shape, be confident and for your body to do what you ask of it.

THEN WE'RE READY

TO GUIDE YOU

ON YOUR JOURNEY!

CrossFit

Our coach-led group fitness class is for everyone! We use a combination of cardio, bodyweight and weights to maximize your hour with us. The workouts are different every day with a huge emphasis on getting you started safely whatever your current age or ability.

PERSONAL
TRAINING

Achieve your goals with our coaches who provide personalized programming and in-person sessions tailored to your specific needs. Benefit from targeted training that is designed to help you reach your desired goals.

24/7 Open Gym

Don’t let a busy schedule hold you back from achieving your fitness goals; our welcoming gym offers open access to accommodate your dynamic lifestyle. Use the equipment and training space at your convenience, as you find inspiration and support within our community.

Sauna

Take your recovery to the next level with our state of the art recovery protocols. We offer a  soothing sauna designed to invigorate your body. Join us today for a relaxing recovery after your fitness journey. 

Nutrition

Stop dieting and restricting yourself and start focusing on healthy habits with a proven personalized plan. CrossFit West Des Moines’s nutrition is founded in creating real change, education, and world-class coaching.

DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

WHAT Urbandale LOCALS ARE SAYING...

The Best gym near me in Urbandale!

Daneen Goncalves
Daneen Goncalves
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Dropped in for a CrossFit class while in town for a business trip and Kris and crew were very welcoming and friendly. Members were fun to workout with and it was just the right amount of challenge. I’ll be back if I‘m ever in West Des Moines again. Highly recommend!
Allie Brown
Allie Brown
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Great gym! I’ve been doing CrossFit for 3 years and coaching for a year and was so impressed with this facility, the equipment, and the people! The owner is a great guy and the programming is top-notch! I love the structured warm-ups and the variation of workouts. Will definitely be dropping in every time I’m home 🙂
Jamie Gregory
Jamie Gregory
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I never thought I would be part of any gym, especially CrossFit. I am so thankful I took a leap of faith a year and a half ago and joined CrossFit WDM! I immediately felt welcome and the coaches met me where I was at and have helped me grow ever since.
Robert Renzi
Robert Renzi
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Every time I’m in the Des Moines area I go to CrossFit West Des Moines. Super friendly people and they have solid workouts. Even if you’re dropping in they still work with you on form and help you have a solid workout. They offer a one-week pass for $40 which is great when you’re in town for more than a couple of days.
Courtney Gaskins
Courtney Gaskins
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The owners are friendly and engaged with the members of the gym. This gym has been very accommodating for me when I was new and for me when I got an injury. The coaches are all enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend it for everyone.
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GETTING STARTED IS EASY!

ARE YOU READY TO LEVEL UP?

1. SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST VISIT

Talk with a coach about your goals and learn how we can get you to your best self.

2. START YOUR TRAINING

You have defined your goals and you are ready to begin your journey. We will start you strong by taking you through the fundamentals of training and sound habits putting you on the road to success!

3. HAVE FUN REACHING NEW LEVELS

Enjoy the workouts with awesome people and reach your goals in no time!

got questions?

we got the answers!

Super simple! Just click get started anywhere here on the page to book your free intro session where you’ll tour the gym & meet our coaches.

We will chat about your current situation, your desired situation to see if we can help and if we are good fit for each other. Sign up today!

When you start at CrossFit West Des Moines, your fitness level will improve quickly, usually in the first 30 days. The key to see results is consistency and commitment over time so that’s why we recommend 3 classes per week as a start. Sign up today!
Yes! We provide guidance on eating right or sleeping well which can help maximize energy levels – getting YOU maximum results from your efforts. Sign up today!
Nope! Most of our members start just like you. We assess each new members fitness level. Then our workouts are “universally scaled”, with a different version of each days workout designed for every level. As you level up you can take on more challenging variants of the workout if you desire. Sign up today!
We are locally owned and purpose built to make an impact on the health and happiness in Urbandale and the surrounding area. You’re not just a number here, everyone knows your name. We’re a community of like-minded people that wants you to show up and supports each other on this journey to live better lives – with no judgement or criticism along the way. Sign up today!

If you’re a beginner and just starting out then 2-4 times per week will be enough to see results and allow you to adjust.

You’ll be sore some days, so allow yourself recovery days between training sessions at first – over the course of the following months work up towards 5 days per week if you want to maximize! Sign up today!

Each class is 60 minutes and led by qualified coaches. We always start together with a warm-up designed to activate the muscles being used in the workout.

The coach will brief the group on the workout, the movements, and the proper form. During the workout, the coach will be guiding and providing instruction.

At the end of class, we will cool down together to accelerate recovery and reduce potential injury. Sign up today!

We offer an exciting, challenging and varied programming which will keep it fun! The workouts are published in advance

Some days are more strength focused where will focus on our lifts. Movements like barbell squats, kettlebell swings and occasionally some olympics lifts will be included.

Other days, we may focus more on cardio conditioning with rowers and bikes. Some days are focused on body weight movements like pushups, sit-ups, and pull-ups. Some days are a mix of everything. Sign up today!

GETTING STARTED IS EASY!

Simply fill out the form below and then schedule Your FREE intro session on the next page.

Shortly after we will be in touch with you to confirm your intro session. We are excited to meet you!

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Jess Sawatzky

Gym Assistant

Bio Coming Soon

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

Shelly Berkoski

Art Director

Bio Coming Soon

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

Rex Gray

Coach

Bio Coming Soon

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

Dustin Smith

Coach

Bio Coming Soon

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

Travis Hansen

Coach

Bio Coming Soon

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

Michael Saavedra

Coach

Favorite Lift: 

Heavy DB Snatch

Favorite Workout: 

Isabel

Favorite Music to workout to? 

Worship

Favorite inspirational quote? 

“Have a purpose stronger than your excuses, that is how you win!”

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

Dillon Burns

Coach

CrossFit Certifications: CrossFit Level 1 Trainer (2009)
Non CrossFit Certifications: BS in Exercise Science (Kinesiology) from Iowa State University (2020) | USA Weightlifting Level 1 (2016) |Precision Nutrition Level 1 – Nutrition Coach (2015)| Metabolic Specialist (2018) | Certified Personal Trainer (2018)| CPR/AED (2019) |Command Fitness Leader – United States Navy (2007-2009)
Favorite lift: Overhead Squat
Favorite workout: Throw any Hero WOD up on the board and I’m at home. For reasons that go beyond fitness or health.
Favorite music to workout to? I think we all know this already??
Favorite quote: “Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying” – Shawshank Redemption
Describe yourself in 3 words: Better. Every. Day.

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

Jess Porter

Coach

CrossFit Level 2 Trainer

CrossFit Spot The Flaw Course 

CrossFit Scaling Course

CrossFit Lesson Planning Course

CrossFit Judges Course (2019)

CPR/AED Certified 

About Coach Jess: I have been a part of the CrossFit West Des Moines community since 2015. I joined CrossFit looking for a fitness program to provide me the results I never had. That is exactly what I received. I became a coach in 2017 and a few months after that I was leaving my corporate job to lead people to a healthier lifestyle.

Favorite Lift: Snatch

Favorite Workout: Diane – 21-15-9 Deadlift & Handstand Push-ups

Favorite Music to workout to? Twenty-One Pilots

Favorite inspirational quote? Most recent is – If you win the morning, you win the day! – Ben Bergeron

Describe yourself in 3 words? Determined, Creative & Brave

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

Kris Gregory

Head Coach / Owner

About Coach Kris:

Hi there! I’m absolutely grateful to do what I do for a living. Fitness has always been a healthy outlet for me and has helped me cope with several different things at different times in my life. As someone who struggled with things like school, personal goals, or reading growing up (staying focused in general), sports were quite the opposite. I enjoyed trying to edge myself to better personal performance physically and truly helped me build confidence when I didn’t know what confidence was.

My main sports were bowling, baseball, golf. I also played football, basketball, and soccer for a few years as well. Put a tool in my hand and tell me how to use it and I will get the hang of it really quick! I loved drawing portraits, landscapes, and cartoon characters growing up too!

I found CrossFit at age 25 after about 6 years with only weights as a bodybuilder/powerlifter. After experiencing burnout due to chasing a pipe dream of just being bigger and stronger I realized that I need more purpose in my training. CrossFit exposed me to many gymnastics skills, mobility, core strength, and cardio elements that I was lacking in my training and I fell in love from the first week of training. It also taught me that slow and focused is a recipe for great results!

After about 2 years at CrossFit West Des Moines I realized that I’d love to get more involved and obtained my CF-L1 and began coaching. From there, the passion to own a gym that I developed in my early 20’s became more and more real. I noticed the need in CrossFit West Des Moines and began managing it soon after coaching. After getting my bearings with the business as a coach and manager I took on ownership in February of 2018 which exposed me to one of the most humbling experiences of my entire life.

That’s about the same time a pastor joined the gym and helped connect me with Jesus. My life has been transformed from the inside-out and I’ll forever be in debt to his introduction. I was saved and baptized in 2019 and hope to draw closer to the Lord daily. I use the gym as just one primary example to pour out love, grace, and truth into those around me. Not by preaching, but by doing, empowering others to step towards their goals and overcome fear, anxiety, depression, addiction, and other barriers that hold us back from being the self we were designed to be. I’m all about unlocking people’s potential… what’s holding you back in life? Can you use fitness as a way to transform the way so many others have?

Favorite Lift: Snatch

Favorite Workout: Glen: 30 Clean-and-Jerks (135/95 lb) 1 mile Run 10 Rope Climb (15 ft) 1 mile Run 100 Burpees

Favorite Music to workout to? Chainsmokers, Hype, Big Bootie Remix, and Worship

Favorite inspirational quote? No quote. Trust God. Be nice to everyone.

Describe yourself in 3 words? Love to think.

Experience and Credentials:

  • CrossFit Level-1 Trainer (2017)
  • CrossFit Level-2 Trainer (2020)
  • The Ready State: Mobility 101 (2022)
  • The Ready State: Mobility 102 (2022)
  • Healthy Steps Nutrition Mentorship Program (2021)
  • Brand X Method – Professional Youth Coach Certified (2019)
  • USA Weightlifting Level-1 Sports Performance Coach (2018)
  • Conjugate Methods Trainer (2017)
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certified (2017) (2021)
  • Pursuing CF-L3 (Coming in 2023)

Certifications

Level 3 Crossfit Instructor (CCFT), OPT (optimal performance training) program design and assessment, Crossfit anatomy course, FMS level 1 (functional movement screening).

HAVE QUESTIONS?

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OUR DROP-IN RATES

$20 Per Class

FIND US AT:

FIND US AT
2749 86th St,
Urbandale, IA 50322

(515) 219-4891

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