CrossFit Damascus
Welcome to CrossFit Damascus, Windhoek's premier affiliate gym dedicated to shaping not just bodies, but character and faith. Located on the 1st floor of Baobab Hall at the Windhoek Show Grounds, we offer an unmatched training environment backed by over 8 years of official CrossFit affiliation. Our spacious, well-equipped facility serves a diverse, supportive community of athletes—from complete beginners starting their fitness journey to elite competitors preparing for major local and regional events. Driven by our core philosophy that 'iron sharpens iron', our team of certified elite coaches ensures that every workout is safely scaled and tailored to individual levels. We deliver a world-class physical training program where sweat, dedication, and community merge to help you build lasting friendships and smash your ultimate goals.
Values-First Community
We are passionate about building fitness, character, and faith inside a friendly and highly supportive group environment.
Experienced Coaching Staff
Our large staff features highly qualified local coaches to guide your technical movements safely during every session.
Prime Windhoek Location
Situated inside the iconic Baobab Hall at Windhoek Show Grounds with abundant parking and modern equipment layout.
Elzke de Goede
Head Coach & Co-Owner
Passionate about safe movement mechanics and scaling functional fitness for athletes of all levels.
Deon Gerber
Senior Strength Coach
Specialist in Olympic Weightlifting and core development, ensuring optimal mechanics and posture under heavy loads.
Patrick de Goede
CrossFit Coach
Focuses on athletic conditioning, endurance preparation, and building robust motor patterns.
Philipp Bohlke
CrossFit Coach
Dedicated to helping athletes improve mobility and find consistency in their high-intensity pacing.
Marna Bravenboer
CrossFit Coach
Guides new members through foundational movements with a focus on functional safety and mental strength.
Heike Neuburg
CrossFit Coach
Brings high energy and structured technical feedback to keep group classes challenging yet accessible.
Castyn Winfield
CrossFit Coach
Focuses on developing raw speed, agility, and mental resilience across competitive training phases.
Willie Pretorius
CrossFit Coach
Passionate about strength training and movement quality to help individuals build confidence in their daily life.
Hannah de Goede
CrossFit Coach
Committed to community integration and instructing foundational movements to ensure a safe learning environment.
Johannes, 34 yrs
"CrossFit Damascus is more than just a gym; it's a family. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable, supportive, and focus heavily on proper movement and safety. The community atmosphere here is unmatched."
Sarah, 29 yrs
"Starting here was the best decision I ever made. The 'iron sharpens iron' mentality is real. No matter your fitness level, you feel welcomed and challenged to improve every single day."
Main functional fitness Box
A spacious high-ceiling facility located on the 1st Floor of Baobab Hall, housing full-size pull-up rigs, lifting platforms, and open floor space for group workouts.
Cardio Engine Zone
Equipped with elite cardiovascular gear including Assault AirBikes, Concept2 rowers, and SkiErgs designed for athletic aerobic power development.
Mobility & Warm-up Lounge
A dedicated zone designed for pre-class muscle activation, cool-downs, core accessory work, and dynamic mobility routines.
CrossFit Group Classes
Our signature 1-hour high-intensity functional training classes scaled dynamically to adapt to any athletic background or physical limitation.
NAMROX & Hyrox Prep
Targeted functional conditioning classes focusing on cardiovascular capacity, running stamina, and high-volume basic movements.
On-Ramp Beginner Course
A structured introduction focusing on foundational techniques, safe body placement, and essential movements before transitioning to normal classes.
Boabab Hall,Windhoek Show Grounds, Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
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CrossFit WOD
Entraînement du jour - séance intense et variée
NAMROX Prep
Specialized class
Weightlifting Technique
Specialized class
On-Ramp Beginner Class
Specialized class
Open Gym
Accès libre à l'espace d'entraînement
Strengths
- Spacious Facility - Housed on the 1st floor of Baobab Hall, offering vast training areas and top-tier equipment.
- Values-Driven Community - Cultivates a robust community that prioritizes personal growth, faith, character, and lifelong fitness.
- Large Coaching Team - Provides nine specialized local trainers ensuring high quality safety, correction, and motivation.
- Local Event Hosts - Proud founders and coordinators of large scale fitness events in Windhoek like NAMROX.
Watch points
- Peak Class Volume - Popular morning and late afternoon hours can see high rig occupancy and fast-paced class transitions.
- Closed Sundays - No Sunday operating hours, meaning members must program their weekly rest days accordingly.
CrossFit WOD
The foundational workout of the day combining metabolic conditioning, physical gymnastics, and basic Olympic weightlifting. Tailored to suit individual thresholds while maintaining a group pace.
Objective: Overall Functional Capacity & Strength
NAMROX Prep
A high-stamina conditioning class developed to simulate multi-discipline endurance formats. Emphasizes rowing, running intervals, and high-repetition bodyweight motions.
Objective: Aerobic Capacity & Stamina
On-Ramp Beginner Class
A slower-paced session focused entirely on correct movement form, squatting dynamics, core stability, and the safe scaling of movements.
Objective: Technique & Safe Onboarding
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Saturday
Located at the Windhoek Show Grounds in the lively Suiderhof area, the gym is nestled within a central commercial and cultural hub of Windhoek. It offers rapid and convenient access for both city commuters and local residents.
Public transport
Main bus routes and local taxi transit drop-offs are accessible along Jan Jonker Road and Robert Mugabe Avenue.
Parking
Abundant, secure, and free open-air parking directly around the Baobab Hall inside the Show Grounds.
Landmarks
Approach
We believe in building fitness, character, and faith hand-in-hand. Under our core concept 'Iron Sharpens Iron', we encourage mutual accountability and supportive physical excellence.
Methodology
Every class features professional coaching, technical progressions, and workouts scaled individually to safely build athletic prowess.
Progression
Newcomers start with our structured onboarding, and progress sequentially based on movement benchmarks, skill refinement, and consistent biometric adaptation.
Unlimited Monthly Membership
- Unlimited Access to All CrossFit Classes
- Access to Specialized NAMROX Prep Sessions
- Open Gym Access during Designated Hours
3x Sessions Per Week
- Up to 12 CrossFit Classes per Month
- Full Coaching Support & Scaled Programming
- Access to Saturday Team Workouts
First visit
Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your first class. Introduce yourself to the coach on duty, who will show you around the Baobab Hall facilities and discuss your fitness goals and any injuries.
Required equipment
Comfortable athletic clothes, flat-soled training shoes, a water bottle, and a sweat towel.
What a typical session looks like
A complete 60-minute session includes an active group warm-up, skill movement walkthrough, the intense workout of the day (WOD), and a targeted cool-down stretch.
Rig & Barbell Area
Cardio Machines
Functional Accessories
NAMROX 2025
An inaugural fitness event simulating hybrid racing, drawing functional fitness athletes from across Namibia to Baobab Hall.
CrossFit Damascus Open
The prestigious local chapter of the global CrossFit Open, proudly sponsored in previous iterations by Old Mutual Namibia.
Elzke de Goede
Co-owner and Head Coach Elzke de Goede is passionate about safe movement mechanics and scaling training for all lifespans. She has led CrossFit Damascus for years, prioritizing form and athletic development.
Deon Gerber
Deon Gerber focuses on helping athletes build absolute strength and refine their explosive power. He has a keen eye for biomechanics and technical performance.
Patrick de Goede
Patrick excels at coaching endurance capacity and metabolic conditioning. He plays a vital role in coordinating major box competitions and outdoor challenges.
Old Mutual Namibia
Official sponsor supporting CrossFit Damascus with direct funding for regional sporting initiatives like the CrossFit Open.
CrossFit Inc.
Official global affiliate since 2018, bringing globally recognized standards of fitness training directly to Windhoek.
Monthly membership packages are available with flexible structures (Unlimited access or set weekly sessions). Multi-month commitments and couples options can be requested directly. Contact the box for up-to-date pricing details in NAD.