Testimonials

Bernard Salt, 50, author & public speaker

I have worked with Adam of CrossFit VIctoria for over 12 months and in that time I have found him to be professional, polite, knowledgeable and pleasant to deal with. He knows his stuff; he varies the workouts; and he offers wide ranging advice covering diet as well as the appropriate training regime for my age, level of fitness and goals.

I have been delighted with the results that I have been able to achieve with Adam. CrossFit VIctoria has been good for me.

Visit Bernard's website.

Joely Coulthard, 28, BJJ practitioner

My plan was to train with Adam for three months. I wanted to learn how to develop a gym routine that would address the strain on my body caused by Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, increase my fitness and become stronger.

My initial concern was that after I'd learned a few techniques the sessions would become less mentally stimulating and simply repetitive hard work. After the first few lessons, a few things became apparent and my training outlook broadened immediately.

I realised that I hadn't been pushing myself hard enough. I didn't stretch properly after a training session. I hadn't utilised the machines to the extent I could have. I recognised just how many aspects of fitness there were to address – from bursts of power to working until exhaustion.

The program Adam has designed for me effectively targets muscles used during BJJ training and is well balanced with the cardio training necessary to sustain me through long grappling bouts. Furthermore, his explanation of each component of the program has given me a better idea of how posture, form, muscle movement and future training can improve my technique.

Importantly, the most noticeable change has been my mental approach to BJJ; my concentration and tenacity have improved to the extent that when grappling with an opponent twice my weight I don't immediately give up, but wait for an opening or try another tactic.

It's now been more than a year since I first started. After all this time Adam continues to create an interesting session and provides the assistance I need to attain my personal goals.

Jules Kudelko, 29, Manager

In researching a personal trainer Adam stood out for a number of reasons. He was timely in his response to my intitial query and was informative and professional in his response. Adam had solid examples of his experience, techniques and was able to advise me on how he would tailor this to suit my own needs.

Adam also stood out as being one of the most cost effective trainers I researched with convenient payment options available. Adam is also flexible with his time which suits my busy lifestyle.

Adam has managed to challenge and stretch my initial goals which has resulted in me achieving a higher level of fitness and confidence than I initially set out to achieve.

Gloria Dinas, 26, student

I have been training with CrossFit Victoria for over 12 months now and have found the training developed for me to be exactly that – developed to suit my personal needs and abilities and also to fit into my everyday life. The personal training sessions are always varied to keep it interesting and challenging to keep me working. Most importantly, I learn from each session how to exercise; not only in terms of proper technique, but also how to adjust and vary my own training when I train alone.

CrossFit Victoria definitely supplies the support, skills and knowledge to help me achieve my personal fitness goals.

Heather Clarke, 32, event producer

I have found the Six Week Fitness Intensive to be a fantastic experience overall. I find it extremely hard to motivate myself to get up and run or similar in the mornings but, having made the commitment to attend the intensive, it's been quite easy to get there! We have a great group of people all of whom are really supportive. The environment is friendly and non-competitive.

Having trained with Adam for some time, I knew that the Intensive would be different to the dozens of boot camps I see making their way around the "Tan" each day. Rather than being barked at, we are encouraged and all exercises are thoroughly explained. We understand the logic behind what we're doing and learn new exercises every session. We're often sent follow-up articles on things we've learned and both Peter and Adam are happy to answer questions before, during and after each session.

I am doing 200% more exercise than I otherwise would and am pushing myself much harder as part of a group than I would just heading out solo or even with a friend. I am actively encouraging a number of friends and my partner to come to the next intensive. The added bonus is that I make it to work by 7:30 Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings!

Visit Heather's website.

Phil Dever, 26, Assistant law clerk

Since starting CrossFit training I have achieved my goal of losing weight and getting into shape. The work-outs are varied and intense and the web site is great for extra ideas when training at home or at the gym.

Alex Dean, 26, HR manager

I was apprehensive before starting to train with CrossFit Victoria. The idea of doing something new and scary really made it a huge step. And I was afraid I was going to have to do running all the time! I'm now getting a killer workout (you can tell by my convincing impression of a beetroot at the end of each session) and at the end I think "I can't believe I actually did that".

I'd definitely recommend CrossFit Victoria; great trainers, interesting workouts, I feel very much as if I'm in safe hands and that the workouts are holistic and part of a bigger picture rather than just a bunch of exercises chucked together to make up 45 minutes. Originally I was only going to do 6 weeks of PT to kick start me into exercising again but now I'm not sure how I will be able to give it up!

Gonzalo Arellano, Animator

The six week course I took with you was aimed at answering some questions about CrossFit training and to get me motivated into working out again. You satisfied both those criteria very well, answering my questions and showing me many times over the proper way to do squats, deadlifts, cleans etc. I feel I have come a long way with your insight, thank you.

Garry Hamilton, 46, Design Manager - Electrical

I was a little unsure about training in the group intensive after having trained as a personal training client. Upon Adam's recommendation I joined the group and now I look forward to turning up to each session; that was not always the case with one-on-one training.

It's better than going to a gym. Training with a group of people makes you push a bit harder.

Susan Grigsby, 38, Nurse

My CrossFit Victoria personal training sessions are going exceptionally well. And I believe my fitness levels and body shape have improved tenfold! My trainer Steve works me like a dog but the training sessions are enjoyable and are specific to my individual needs. I always find after a training session I feel energized and revitalised.

Also, as a nightshift worker, I find the training times work perfectly with my schedule and if any changes occur due work commitments, CrossFit Victoria is more than willing to accomodate.

Thanks Adam and Steve.

David Brown, Insurance assessor

Thanks for the recently completed program. It was most enjoyable and I have benefited tremendously from it. Thank you also for the professionalism and guidance given to me throughout the program. I have actually gotten much fitter without injury.

Damian Butt, 27, Chef

I was apprehensive about starting out with Crossfit Victoria, but nearly 1 year on I can say it's the best decision I've made in a long time! My fitness has improved greatly and even now I am still tested from week to week with the workouts. I gotta to say it's hard work but very enjoyable and the staff at Crossfit Victoria have been supportive and helpful in getting me to where I am today with regard to my health & fitness.

Anthony Smith, 30, Soldier

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for the training I've received - it's been a fantastic experience and has changed my training methodology forever.

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Testimonials Bernard Salt, 50, author & public speaker I have worked with Adam of CrossFit VIctoria for over 12 months and in that time I have found him to be professional, polite, knowledgeable and pleasant to deal with. He knows his stuff; he varies the workouts; and he offers wide ranging advice covering diet as well as the appropriate training regime for my age, level of fitness and goals. I have been delighted with the results that I have been able to achieve with Adam. CrossFit VIctoria has been good for me. Visit Bernard's website. Joely Coulthard, 28, BJJ practitioner My plan was to train with Adam for three months. I wanted to learn how to develop a gym routine that would address the strain on my body caused by Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, increase my fitness and become stronger. My initial concern was that after I'd learned a few techniques the sessions would become less mentally stimulating and simply repetitive hard work. After the first few lessons, a few things became apparent and my training outlook broadened immediately. I realised that I hadn't been pushing myself hard enough. I didn't stretch properly after a training session. I hadn't utilised the machines to the extent I could have. I recognised just how many aspects of fitness there were to address – from bursts of power to working until exhaustion. The program Adam has designed for me effectively targets muscles used during BJJ training and is well balanced with the cardio training necessary to sustain me through long grappling bouts. Furthermore, his explanation of each component of the program has given me a better idea of how posture, form, muscle movement and future training can improve my technique. Importantly, the most noticeable change has been my mental approach to BJJ; my concentration and tenacity have improved to the extent that when grappling with an opponent twice my weight I don't immediately give up, but wait for an opening or try another tactic. It's now been more than a year since I first started. After all this time Adam continues to create an interesting session and provides the assistance I need to attain my personal goals. Jules Kudelko, 29, Manager In researching a personal trainer Adam stood out for a number of reasons. He was timely in his response to my intitial query and was informative and professional in his response. Adam had solid examples of his experience, techniques and was able to advise me on how he would tailor this to suit my own needs. Adam also stood out as being one of the most cost effective trainers I researched with convenient payment options available. Adam is also flexible with his time which suits my busy lifestyle. Adam has managed to challenge and stretch my initial goals which has resulted in me achieving a higher level of fitness and confidence than I initially set out to achieve. Gloria Dinas, 26, student I have been training with CrossFit Victoria for over 12 months now and have found the training developed for me to be exactly that – developed to suit my personal needs and abilities and also to fit into my everyday life. The personal training sessions are always varied to keep it interesting and challenging to keep me working. Most importantly, I learn from each session how to exercise; not only in terms of proper technique, but also how to adjust and vary my own training when I train alone. CrossFit Victoria definitely supplies the support, skills and knowledge to help me achieve my personal fitness goals. Heather Clarke, 32, event producer I have found the Six Week Fitness Intensive to be a fantastic experience overall. I find it extremely hard to motivate myself to get up and run or similar in the mornings but, having made the commitment to attend the intensive, it's been quite easy to get there! We have a great group of people all of whom are really supportive. The environment is friendly and non-competitive. Having trained with Adam for some time, I knew that the Intensive would be different to the dozens of boot camps I see making their way around the "Tan" each day. Rather than being barked at, we are encouraged and all exercises are thoroughly explained. We understand the logic behind what we're doing and learn new exercises every session. We're often sent follow-up articles on things we've learned and both Peter and Adam are happy to answer questions before, during and after each session. I am doing 200% more exercise than I otherwise would and am pushing myself much harder as part of a group than I would just heading out solo or even with a friend. I am actively encouraging a number of friends and my partner to come to the next intensive. The added bonus is that I make it to work by 7:30 Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings! Visit Heather's website. Phil Dever, 26, Assistant law clerk Since starting CrossFit training I have achieved my goal of losing weight and getting into shape. The work-outs are varied and intense and the web site is great for extra ideas when training at home or at the gym. Alex Dean, 26, HR manager I was apprehensive before starting to train with CrossFit Victoria. The idea of doing something new and scary really made it a huge step. And I was afraid I was going to have to do running all the time! I'm now getting a killer workout (you can tell by my convincing impression of a beetroot at the end of each session) and at the end I think "I can't believe I actually did that". I'd definitely recommend CrossFit Victoria; great trainers, interesting workouts, I feel very much as if I'm in safe hands and that the workouts are holistic and part of a bigger picture rather than just a bunch of exercises chucked together to make up 45 minutes. Originally I was only going to do 6 weeks of PT to kick start me into exercising again but now I'm not sure how I will be able to give it up! Gonzalo Arellano, Animator The six week course I took with you was aimed at answering some questions about CrossFit training and to get me motivated into working out again. You satisfied both those criteria very well, answering my questions and showing me many times over the proper way to do squats, deadlifts, cleans etc. I feel I have come a long way with your insight, thank you. Garry Hamilton, 46, Design Manager - Electrical I was a little unsure about training in the group intensive after having trained as a personal training client. Upon Adam's recommendation I joined the group and now I look forward to turning up to each session; that was not always the case with one-on-one training. It's better than going to a gym. Training with a group of people makes you push a bit harder. Susan Grigsby, 38, Nurse My CrossFit Victoria personal training sessions are going exceptionally well. And I believe my fitness levels and body shape have improved tenfold! My trainer Steve works me like a dog but the training sessions are enjoyable and are specific to my individual needs. I always find after a training session I feel energized and revitalised. Also, as a nightshift worker, I find the training times work perfectly with my schedule and if any changes occur due work commitments, CrossFit Victoria is more than willing to accomodate. Thanks Adam and Steve. David Brown, Insurance assessor Thanks for the recently completed program. It was most enjoyable and I have benefited tremendously from it. Thank you also for the professionalism and guidance given to me throughout the program. I have actually gotten much fitter without injury. Damian Butt, 27, Chef I was apprehensive about starting out with Crossfit Victoria, but nearly 1 year on I can say it's the best decision I've made in a long time! My fitness has improved greatly and even now I am still tested from week to week with the workouts. I gotta to say it's hard work but very enjoyable and the staff at Crossfit Victoria have been supportive and helpful in getting me to where I am today with regard to my health & fitness. Anthony Smith, 30, Soldier I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for the training I've received - it's been a fantastic experience and has changed my training methodology forever. [ main \| previous ]