Richard Russell CrossFit Monterey Bay
Welcome to Richard Russell CrossFit, the original CrossFit gym of Monterey, California. We provide elite functional fitness training, top-tier coaching, and brilliant programming within a supportive, veteran-owned environment. Whether you are training at our premier Monterey location near Del Monte Beach or amidst the scenic vineyards of our Soledad sister facility, you'll experience a workout tailored to challenge and inspire you. Our mission is to guide individuals of all fitness backgrounds—from absolute beginners to competitive athletes—toward their peak health and physical capability through authentic, high-intensity functional movement. We foster a highly welcoming atmosphere where locals and traveling drop-ins alike feel immediately at home.
Veteran Owned & Operated
Led by strong leadership values that emphasize discipline, community structure, and supportive training environments.
24-Hour Member Access
Never miss a training session with 24/7 access options tailored to accommodate busy personal and professional schedules.
Premier Brute Strength Programming
Utilizing elite and carefully structured performance templates to maximize strength, endurance, and overall conditioning.
Nick
CrossFit Coach
Nick is an exceptionally knowledgeable and encouraging coach, highly praised by members and visiting travelers for his feedback, form correction, and positive attitude during challenging workouts.
Tammy
CrossFit Coach
Tammy brings intense energy and dedicated support to every class, ensuring athletes of all skill levels scale movements safely and hit their personal bests.
Vanessa Jansen
"The owners and coaches are fully invested and really care about giving their clients the best experience possible. It doesn't matter your fitness level, you can get a great workout here! My go-to gym anytime I'm in the Monterey area."
Casey M.
"Dropped in while traveling through for work. Great place! Everyone was very welcoming and the coach, Nick, was very... knowledgeable and encouraging throughout..."
Susan Billings
"I dropped in to do a WOD since I am here visiting family and it was so good. It was fun to do CrossFit in a town I grew up in. I will come again next time I am home. Thank you coach Tammy and all the other athletes for letting me get my WOD on."
Dustin Shelley
"Great culture established by the coaches and owner. Great facility. Outstanding take on open gym hours. Very good deals for first responders, military, and students. Overall very impressed with this gym. If you're in the area, try it out."
Monterey Box
Our original flagship location on Dela Vina Ave. It is a spacious industrial box featuring ceiling-mounted pull-up rigs, dedicated lifting platforms, comprehensive free weights, and ample open space for intense high-intensity group workouts.
Soledad Vineyard Box
Our scenic secondary training space located near the vineyards of Soledad, offering top-tier equipment in an inspirational, open-air California landscape.
CrossFit OnRamp
Personalized 1-on-1 sessions designed to introduce newcomers to the core mechanics, vocabulary, and barbell safety of CrossFit.
CrossFit Kids
A fun, energetic, and highly supervised movement program helping kids build physical coordination, strength, and confidence.
220 Dela Vina Ave, Monterey, California, United States
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CrossFit WOD
Entraînement du jour - séance intense et variée
OnRamp Fundamentals
Specialized class
CrossFit Kids
CrossFit adapté pour enfants
Open Gym
Accès libre à l'espace d'entraînement
Personal Training
Specialized class
Strengths
- Elite Veteran Leadership - Owned and guided by veteran principles, delivering unmatched structure, discipline, and community support.
- Highly Drop-in Friendly - Loved by vacationers and work travelers for its simple signup process and exceptionally welcoming community vibe.
- Premium Programming - Features Brute Strength Programming to ensure workouts are optimized for peak athletic performance and safety.
- Special Hero Discounts - Offers dedicated, budget-friendly membership rates for military, first responders, and local students.
Watch points
- Scheduled Class Blocks - Coached group classes run at fixed intervals in the morning and evening, which may require coordinating your commute.
- Phone Inquiry Delay - Our coaches are actively training on the floor, so digital signups or emails are highly recommended for the fastest response times.
CrossFit WOD
Our flagship group program incorporating constantly varied, high-intensity functional movements. Classes cover weightlifting, metabolic conditioning, and gymnastics, all fully scalable to match any individual's current capability.
Objective: Functional Strength & Cardio
OnRamp Fundamentals
A focused 1-on-1 entry program designed to instruct beginners on standard CrossFit movements, safety mechanics, and proper lifting form.
Objective: Technique & Safety
CrossFit Kids
A specialized physical fitness program aimed at children, combining fun games, basic gymnastics, and safe bodyweight movements to build lifetime healthy habits.
Objective: Coordination & Fun
Open Gym
Uncoached periods utilizing our world-class equipment to practice skills, catch up on a missed WOD, or execute personal training templates.
Objective: Individual Training
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Our main facility is nestled in the beautiful coastal city of Monterey along Dela Vina Ave. Located in an accessible and active commercial neighborhood, it is just moments away from scenic beach fronts and running trails.
Public transport
Easily reached via Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) bus lines with stops running along nearby Del Monte Ave.
Parking
Dedicated on-site parking spots directly in front of the building, supplemented by hassle-free street parking in the immediate vicinity.
Landmarks
Approach
Our motto is 'Together We Thrive'. We strongly believe fitness is not a solitary chore, but a collective pursuit where group energy, encouragement, and accountability push you beyond your perceived limitations.
Methodology
We leverage functional, high-intensity movements programmed under elite standards like Brute Strength Programming. We focus heavily on movement quality, scaling appropriately so that safety is prioritized over speed.
Progression
Every new member starts with targeted assessment-based 1-on-1 OnRamp training. We continuously measure workout metrics to track performance gains, mobility improvements, and functional endurance over time.
Unlimited Monthly Membership
- Unlimited access to CrossFit group classes
- Full access to Open Gym hours
- Brute Strength Programming access
OnRamp Fundamental Package
- Three customized 1-on-1 coaching sessions
- Personal movement assessment
- Seamless integration into daily group WODs
Traveler Drop-In
- Single class attendance
- Highly welcoming community integration
- Quick online sign-up & liability waiver release
First visit
Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your scheduled class or private OnRamp session. Our coach will welcome you, show you around the gym, and run through the workout structure so you feel confident and prepared.
Required equipment
Wear standard athletic clothes, supportive flat-soled training shoes (ideal for lifting and jumping), and bring a personal water bottle. We supply all other functional training equipment.
What a typical session looks like
Each class lasts 60 minutes and includes a coach-led dynamic warmup, a dedicated skill or strength session, the targeted Workout of the Day (WOD), and a group cool-down with progressive stretching.
Weightlifting & Power
Gymnastics & Conditioning
Cardio Machines
The CrossFit Open
An annual community-wide event where our athletes compete alongside global CrossFit boxes in structured weekly challenges.
Memorial Day Murph
A traditional hero WOD event in honor of LT. Michael P. Murphy, bringing together members and local heroes for an intense physical challenge.
Saturday Team Workouts
Partner workouts focused on team building, communication, and high-energy cooperative fitness.
Nick
Nick has been coaching athletes of all ages for years. He focuses heavily on functional mechanics, ensuring that every movement is done safely and with optimal form to maximize your workout results.
Tammy
Tammy loves helping members discover what their bodies are truly capable of achieving. She brings incredible enthusiasm to the floor and runs our specialized youth fitness programs with care.
CrossFit HQ
Proudly recognized as an official affiliate gym delivering true CrossFit methodology.
Brute Strength Programming
Providing world-class programming templates utilized by top athletes to maximize workout effectiveness.
Wellhub
Corporate wellness partner platform offering fitness access to corporate employees.
Flexible membership plans available including monthly unlimited access, discounted rates for students, military, and first responders, specialized 1-on-1 OnRamp starter packages, and quick online drop-in bookings for travelers.