I started Crossfit when I was living in Hawaii and kind of ran into CFVB by accident. I received temporary duty assignment to the Virginia beach area for about six weeks and I wanted to keep up my Crossfiting. So I looked on the internet and found CFVB and shot an email to the owner explaining my situation. Thomi was more than welcoming and completely understanding of my situation and instead of trying to make me take some kind of special training session, which I‘ve seen at more than a few boxes, she asked me a couple questions, checked my lifting form and away we went. Those six weeks were great, Thomi and Rob helped me correct imperfections in my form and gave me great advice. I think I learned more in those six weeks than I had in the previous 9 months I had be doing Crossfit. I returned to Hawaii and by using what I had learned my performance continued to improve. Lucky for me I received a follow on assignment to Va Beach and without hesitation, back to CFVB I went. There are two big things which really set CFVB apart from the rest of the boxes I’ve been to, and I've been to many. The first is the people, from the moment I stepped into the box I felt completely welcome and instantly meshed into the group. While no matter where you go, you typically fall into the group of people who work out at the same time, I feel just as comfortable walking the box and working out any other time of day. The second thing is the trainers. Having not only one, but two, level 2 trainer with probably 5+ years of experience is amazing. If you’ve got something jacked up in your form, chances are they’ve seen it and know how to fix it. It is their dedication and training methods which keep their athletes consistently improving, while minimizing injuries. Without a doubt, hands down, CFVB has been the best box I have had the pleasure WOD’ing in.

Results and growth – to me that is what CrossFitVB is all about and what separates CFVB from any other gyms. Regardless of your current level of fitness, if you are willing to step out of your comfort zone and put in the effort you will get the results you seek. You will learn that you can always do more than you think you can, and you will experience growth in the gym and in life. At CFVB Thomi Gill and Rob Wilson deliver results and growth through superior coaching in classes with people from all walks of life, at any age and any level of fitness. Thomi and Rob meet their clients where they are and provide the coaching needed based on each individual’s current level of fitness – it never ceases to amaze me in a class of 10 to 20+ people, how I can feel like I am the only one in the gym when I am working with Thomi or Rob – I have heard many people at CFVB say the same thing. And the CFVB classes are full of some of the greatest people I have ever met. Thomi has built a world-class gym on a work hard / play hard culture, where everyone is welcome with open arms and people are driven to their individual best in a fun, motivating and supportive environment. I travel a lot for work and have been to many CrossFit gyms and there is truly no other place like CFVB. For anyone who is thinking about trying CrossFit or even just looking for a new gym, all I can say is stop thinking and give CFVB a chance. You won’t regret it and it could very likely change your life. Thanks Thomi and Rob!

I am no natural athlete. I’m not genetically blessed, and I’m sure as hell not capable of going to the CrossFit Games, but I have learned to respect and trust my training. A skill I would never have learned had it not been for Thomi and Rob at CrossFit Virginia Beach. When I first began my journey at CFVB I was immediately hit in the face with the realization that I actually SUCKED at just about everything. I had been training at other gyms in the area prior to coming to CFVB and lets just say that my movement patterns needed some serious TLC. My pull-up technique was wrong, my midline was like a fish out of water, and I lacked any real knowledge of how to do the movements correctly. At that point I had a choice. I could scratch everything I had previously learned before walking into those doors and start over, OR I could quit and walk out. Since I’m writing this testimonial I’m sure you can guess what decision I made, and not a day goes by that I have ever regretted it. I’ll never forget the look on Thomi’s face as she watched me go over head for the first time. It was like a deer in the headlights. She looked at me and said “Your midline stability needs some serious work.” By that point I was a little intimidated. Weighing only 103 pounds soaking wet, I knew that there was going to be a lot of work involved if I wanted to keep moving forward with my training. I accepted the fact that I needed to start from scratch and that’s when things really started to take off. The first few months were nothing but leaps and gains. Everything I did got better. My lifts increased by almost fifty percent, my skills were steadily going up and my knowledge further increased. It was like I was a completely different athlete. Even my mind set had changed. Suddenly I was overwhelmed with this sense of loyalty and community. Something I had never experienced. It wasn’t long before CFVB became my home away from home, and every single person that walked through the door became my family. In the two years that I’ve been with Thomi and Rob and everyone at CFVB my life has not only gotten better, it has actually felt meaningful. There is no better feeling in the world than when the people that have touched your life the most tell you that they are proud of you. When they know where you started and have seen the blood, sweat and tears that you have put into your life and your training. They know the dedication it takes and how hard the grind becomes, but they are also the ones that pick you up when you fall and dust you off. They are the ones that tell you “Hey kid, it’s all part of the process.” There hasn’t been a day that’s gone by since I joined CFVB that I have ever wished I was anywhere but there. I’ve been to other gyms and seen their fancy equipment. You can have all of the nice rigs, barbells and bumper weights in the world and nothing can top the coaching I’ve received over the past two years. My life will never be the same, and I’m grateful for that. I’m grateful for the times that Thomi has reached out to me when I was feeling down and wouldn’t take “I’m fine.” for an answer. I’m thankful for the words of encouragement that I receive from both her and Rob when I feel like I’m hitting a wall. I’ve learned that training IS a process and a long one at that. Changes don’t happen over night and certainly don’t come easy. I’m grateful for every second that I can spend in that gym surrounded by amazing individuals and the best coaching staff in the 757. I’m thankful that every single emotion I take into that gym whether it be fear, pain, or love is always reciprocated no matter what the circumstances may be. I think I speak for everyone when I say bravo CrossFit Virginia Beach. Thank you Thomi and Rob for everything you’ve done and continue to do for us. You are both the best at what you do and I am thankful to have coaches and friends like you.

This is HANDS DOWN the best crossfit facility I have ever had the pleasure of being a member of. I have been a member of gyms in Louisville, KY and in NYC; this one tops them all! Thomi and Rob are 2 of the BEST crossfit coaches in the business. I contacted them after about 2.5+ years of no activity due to the herniations in my back. I sent them my MRIs, came in and tried a class, and just like, they developed a course of action that would get me back to my healthier days! Just 3 months later I am happier, healthier, and most importantly, 25 pounds smaller than I was when I started!!! They truly care about each and everyone of us, and it shows! Don't make a mistake and get lured in by other gyms. This "box" is the real deal. Did I mention they are the only lvl 2 certified coaches in Hampton Roads??? (that's right, do your research people!). Go to CrossFit VB, you will not be disappointed!!!

CrossFit Virginia Beach is without a doubt the best gym in all of Virginia! The coaches are knowledgeable, helpful, and approachable. Even if you have zero experience with Crossfit (or working out in general) I would highly recommend stopping by the gym; the coaches are extremely welcoming and will work to scale the workout for you. In short, CrossFit Virginia Beach is the Bee's knees!