Root 18 CrossFit
Welcome to Root 18 CrossFit, Medina's premier destination for functional fitness, strength, and life-changing community support. Backed by over 13 years of official CrossFit affiliation, we have built a proud legacy of transforming lives through expert coaching and scientific training methodologies. Whether you are an elite competitor preparing for your next event or a absolute beginner taking your very first step into functional fitness, our goal is to guide you safely and effectively toward your health goals. Our facility on W. Liberty Street is fully optimized to challenge you, while our highly trained coaches ensure every single movement is scaled precisely to your current fitness level. Join us today and discover why our members truly consider their time here the absolute best hour of their day.
Elite Coaching Staff
Our certified coaches personally guide you through every phase of the workout, correcting form and ensuring safety first.
Welcoming Community
Train alongside passionate, like-minded individuals who support each other's fitness journeys and celebrate joint milestones.
Fully Scalable Training
Every workout is carefully adjusted to meet your specific physical abilities, ensuring safe, continuous progress.
Carv DD
Head Coach & Owner
With over a decade of dedication to functional fitness and local health, Carv leads the Root 18 CrossFit family with a passion for helping members safely break personal boundaries and build lifelong wellness.
Sarah, 34 yrs
"Root 18 CrossFit has completely changed my perspective on fitness. The coaches are incredibly encouraging and help modify every movement so I feel both safe and challenged every single day."
Marcus, 41 yrs
"The community here is unmatched. It doesn't matter if you finish first or last; everyone is cheering for you until the very last rep is done. Truly the best hour of my day!"
Main CrossFit Box & Training Floor
A spacious, open-concept facility featuring robust pull-up rigs, dedicated lifting lanes, Olympic barbells, kettlebells, and bumper plates designed for high-intensity training.
Cardio Engine Zone
Equipped with state-of-the-art Concept2 rowers, assault air bikes, and high-performance skipping jump ropes to maximize aerobic capacity.
CrossFit WOD
Our standard Daily Workout of the Day combining elements of gymnastics, aerobic conditioning, and strength training in a dynamic class environment.
Beginner On-Ramp
A foundational program focused on instructing raw beginners in the essential, safe mechanics of functional movement.
Olympic Weightlifting
Specialized technique clinics and sessions targeting development in the clean & jerk and snatch exercises.
600 W. Liberty Street, Medina, Ohio, United States
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CrossFit WOD
Entraînement du jour - séance intense et variée
On-Ramp / Fundamentals
Specialized class
Olympic Weightlifting
Specialized class
Open Gym
Accès libre à l'espace d'entraînement
Strengths
- Decade of Experience - Over 13 years of official CrossFit affiliation, ensuring you receive tried, tested, and high-quality programming.
- Ego-Free Environment - A warm, family-style community where every athlete is supported, celebrated, and treated equally.
- Comprehensive Scaling - Workouts are highly customizable, meaning beginners can train alongside competitors without feeling left behind.
Watch points
- No Sunday Classes - The box is currently closed on Sundays, which may affect members seeking seven-day-a-week programming.
- No Wet Facilities - The gym does not feature luxury wellness elements such as a sauna, hot tub, or steam room.
CrossFit WOD
Our core, high-intensity functional training class combining gymnastics, weightlifting, and aerobic conditioning. Each day features a fresh, unique challenge designed to test your physical limits, build strength, and increase daily work capacity under the precise eye of our coaches.
Objective: Functional Strength & Conditioning
On-Ramp / Fundamentals
A structured, small-group course focusing on introducing newcomers safely to the core movements of functional fitness. You'll master the mechanics of squats, deadlifts, and presses before moving into full-intensity classes.
Objective: Movement Mechanics & Foundations
Olympic Weightlifting
A technical class specializing in developing strength, technical precision, and explosiveness in the Snatch and Clean & Jerk movements. Essential for breaking through strength plateaus.
Objective: Technical Strength & Power
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Situated on W. Liberty Street in the charming city of Medina, Ohio, our facility sits in a prime local spot characterized by great accessibility, industrial-grade space, and a active neighborhood dynamic. It is a key fitness hub for residents throughout Medina County.
Public transport
The gym is best accessed by private vehicle, with local bus lines and regional transit operating nearby within central Medina.
Parking
We feature a spacious, dedicated front parking lot with completely free parking, allowing hassle-free arrivals for both our early 5:00 AM classes and evening crowds.
Landmarks
Approach
We believe your workout should be an experience you look forward to all day. We prioritize safety, high movement standards, and building long-term sustainable health.
Methodology
Rooted heavily in the classic CrossFit prescription: constantly varied, functional movements executed at high relative intensity. We master basic body mechanics before loading on weight and speed.
Progression
Coaches help each member monitor progress closely over time. Step-by-step movement progressions allow complete beginners to safely advance to standard weight loads as coordination, strength, and engine capacity improve.
Unlimited Monthly
- Unlimited access to all daily CrossFit WODs
- Access to Scheduled Open Gym Hours
- Expert coaching & scaling advice
- Access to community events & competitions
3x Weekly Membership
- Up to 3 classes per week
- Professional coaching support
- Community event access
10-Class Punch Card
- 10 flexible class credits
- Perfect for travelers or busy schedules
- Valid for 6 full months
First visit
Please plan to arrive around 15 minutes before your scheduled class. A coach will show you around, discuss your athletic background, understand any historical injuries, and walk you through what to expect.
Required equipment
Comfortable workout clothes, flat-soled athletic training shoes (ideally training or lifting shoes), a personal water bottle, and a small towel.
What a typical session looks like
Each session lasts exactly 60 minutes. You'll complete a group warm-up, receive technique instruction, run through the Workout of the Day (WOD) tailored to your strength level, and end with a mobility cool-down.
Gymnastics & Bodyweight
Strength & Weightlifting
Metabolic Conditioning
Root 18 In-House Throw Down
An annual internal competition designed for members of all backgrounds to test their fitness in a fun, friendly, and supportive environment.
The CrossFit Open Friday Night Lights
Weekly community-focused Friday night heats during the worldwide CrossFit Open, filled with massive cheers, food, and high spirits.
Carv DD
With over 13 years at the forefront of the local functional fitness scene, Carv focuses on building technical confidence, physical longevity, and deep-rooted athletic confidence in every athlete he coaches.
CrossFit Inc.
Fully accredited and affiliated CrossFit facility adhering to official international training principles.
Flexible functional fitness membership tiers, including unlimited monthly class access options, class punch cards for occasional visitors, and specialized introductory offers for new local athletes. Contact our team directly to find the perfect plan for your goals.