Dropout CrossFit
Dropout CrossFit, part of the Dropout Athletics family, is a premier hybrid fitness facility located in the vibrant Riverwest neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Offering a highly effective combination of elite CrossFit methodology, functional strength coaching, and authentic boxing training, we help athletes of all skill levels unlock their true physical potential. Founded originally as Dropout Fight Club at 830 E Keefe Ave, our beautifully designed industrial space has expanded into a full-scale functional fitness hub. Whether you are looking to master Olympic weightlifting, build conditioning on the rowing machine, or perfect your boxing combinations, we provide the expert coaching and motivating atmosphere to get you there. Experience a welcoming, ego-free community where every workout is professionally programmed and tailored to your individual capabilities.
24/7 Member Access
Never miss a workout with our secure keycard system allowing members to train at any hour of the day or night.
Expert Coach-Led WODs
Every class is guided by certified professionals who specialize in scaling movements safely for all fitness levels.
Hybrid Combat & Functional Fitness
Switch seamlessly between metabolic boxing conditioning and traditional, high-power CrossFit programming.
Antoine Davis
Personal Trainer & Boxing Coach
Specializes in explosive athletic conditioning and personal training, bringing high energy and technical focus to help clients reach their peak physical state.
Nate Wickstrom
Certified Personal Trainer & Performance Coach
Dedicated to teaching high-level functional movements and helping athletes master Olympic lifting and traditional CrossFit mechanics safely.
Marcus G., 29 yrs
"Dropout is exactly what Riverwest needed. The coaches actually pay attention to your form, and the hybrid setup of CrossFit and boxing keeps things incredibly fresh."
Sarah K., 34 yrs
"I started here with zero CrossFit experience and was quite intimidated. The community immediately welcomed me, and the scaling options made every single workout accessible from day one."
CrossFit Grid & Heavy Rig
Spacious main floor equipped with premium Rogue rigs, Olympic barbells, bumper plates, gymnastics rings, and kettlebells.
Boxing Ring & Heavy Bag Alley
Dedicated combat sports zone featuring heavy bags, double-end bags, speed bags, and open space for striking and footwork drills.
Cardio & Conditioning Zone
Fully stocked with Concept2 Rowers, Rogue Echo Bikes, and Concept2 SkiErgs to build exceptional engine capacity.
CrossFit WOD
Daily constantly varied, high-intensity functional workouts designed to build strength, cardiorespiratory endurance, and agility.
Dropout Boxing Conditioning
High-octane boxing sessions focusing on proper punching mechanics, heavy bag combinations, and killer core work.
Personal Training & Form Assessment
One-on-one customized programming with Antoine or Nate to target mobility issues, strength plateaus, or boxing technique.
830 E Keefe Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
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CrossFit WOD
Entraînement du jour - séance intense et variée
Boxing Conditioning
Specialized class
Olympic Weightlifting
Specialized class
Open Gym
Accès libre à l'espace d'entraînement
Personal Training
Specialized class
Strengths
- Unique Hybrid Setup - Allows members to seamlessly integrate authentic boxing drills and intense CrossFit training in a single membership.
- 24/7 Training Flexibility - Great for shift workers and individuals with tight schedules who need to train outside standard operational hours.
- Welcoming Local Vibe - Deeply embedded in the Riverwest community, prioritizing support, progression, and an ego-free environment.
Watch points
- Street Parking Only - The gym relies on neighborhood street parking which can occasionally get busy during peak class hours.
- No Wet Facilities - While changing areas and standard showers are available, there are no sauna or steam room facilities on site.
CrossFit WOD
Our signature functional fitness class. Combines weightlifting, basic gymnastics, and cardio in constantly varied combinations to deliver full-body conditioning.
Objective: Strength & Conditioning
Boxing Conditioning
Build real boxing stamina with hand-wrapping, shadow boxing, footwork drills, heavy bag rounds, and bodyweight conditioning exercises.
Objective: Cardio & Technique
Olympic Weightlifting
A specialized technique class dedicated to mastering the Snatch, Clean & Jerk, and dynamic pulling variations to build raw explosive power.
Objective: Strength & Power
Open Gym
Unstructured training blocks where members can use all CrossFit and boxing gear to work on their personal goals or catch up on missed workouts.
Objective: Individual Practice
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Situated in the artistic, diverse, and industrial-chic neighborhood of Riverwest in Milwaukee. The area is known for local craft breweries, winding river trails, and an energetic community of creatives and athletes.
Public transport
Easily accessible via Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Bus Route 14 (Humboldt Blvd) and Route 60 (Keefe Ave), offering quick stops right near our intersection.
Parking
Plenty of free, unmetered street parking directly along E Keefe Ave and nearby residential blocks.
Landmarks
Approach
We believe functional fitness and striking mechanics are meant for everyone, regardless of age or starting point. We build physical resilience inside a tight-knit community context.
Methodology
We focus on safe progression, quality movement standard, and combining metabolic anaerobic work with heavy posterior chain strength training.
Progression
Athletes track their personal benchmarks for lifting and metcons. Coaches conduct continuous structural assessment during class to transition athletes from scaled options to prescribed Rx movements.
Unlimited Hybrid Membership
- Unlimited CrossFit WODs
- Unlimited Boxing classes
- Coach-led movement training
Boxing Class Pass (10 Pack)
- 10 classes of your choice
- No contract commitment
- 6-month expiration
24/7 Access Upgrade
- Access keycard to gym
- Train outside staffed hours
- Full facility access
First visit
Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your first class. Our front desk staff and coaches will give you a tour of the facility, explain the workout layout, and help you select scaled options appropriate for you.
Required equipment
Bring clean, supportive athletic sneakers, comfortable activewear, and a water bottle. If you are joining a boxing class, bringing your own hand wraps and 12-16 oz gloves is highly recommended, though rentals are available.
What a typical session looks like
Every session begins with a joint mobility warm-up, followed by a detailed technique briefing. Next comes the main event—either a highly structured CrossFit WOD or technical boxing heavy bag rounds—and finishes with a collective cool-down stretch.
Strength & Weightlifting
Boxing & Fighting
Cardio & Stamina
CrossFit Open Season
An annual multi-week competitive event where our entire gym comes together to tackle the official CrossFit workouts.
In-house Sparring & Technique Nights
Supervised sparring exhibitions for our boxing students to practice their ring skills under coached conditions.
Antoine Davis
Antoine brings raw competitive knowledge and decades of combat sports practice directly to the gym floor, focusing heavily on footwork precision.
Nate Wickstrom
Nate utilizes functional biology principles to ensure each lift is performed with absolute mechanical efficiency, helping athletes safely set personal records.
CrossFit Inc.
Official affiliate facility operating under verified CrossFit standards and safety protocols.
USA Boxing
Adhering to USA Boxing safety, programming, and technical certification rules.
Flexible class packages, personal training sessions, and unlimited monthly memberships with optional 24-hour keycard access. First boxing/CrossFit class is free.