Urban Animal Athletics

After moving from Cleveland to Houston last year, I honestly didn't think I'd find a CrossFit community that could match the one I left behind. It wasn't just a gym for me it felt like home. I live in the East End, so there are several gyms nearby, but none of them felt like the right fit. After recovering from surgery and feeling ready to get back into a routine, I decided to stop by UAS and I'm so glad I did. The moment I walked in, the atmosphere stood out. I saw people of all different experience levels training together, supporting each other, and working hard in a really positive way. Ronny, one of the owners, greeted me right away and made me feel welcome, which made signing up for onboarding an easy choice. It's been about a month now, and I'm going five days a week. The Level Method is super motivating, and the coaching team Ronny, Honee, and Jason does an awesome job of helping you progress safely and with good technique. They challenge you at a pace that makes sense for your goals, whether you're just getting back into fitness or you've been training for years.

This is a fantastic gym. I started by going to the free community days. Then I tried some one on one sessions where they patiently taught me to do all of movements safely (equipment and non equipment movements). Then I joined the classes. It's an overall encouraging community and efficient workout. All of the coaches are very knowledgeable and positive.

This gym is what fitness is all about. I've met so many wonderful, kind individuals at this gym who are all about getting stronger, staying healthy, and supporting each other every step of the way. Finding a new gym in a new city can definitely be tough, especially if you join one and they don't take too well to outsiders. I never had this problem at UA. I instantly felt like a long-time member, and I'm excited that I got a membership here. Totally worth it! Big props to Leah for helping me through the process.

I found it! After leaving Cleveland, Ohio, for a job here in Houston last year, I knew it would be hard finding a CrossFit gym like the one I left behind. I didn't leave just a gym; I left a family. I live in the East End, and we have three CrossFit gyms within 5 minutes of my home. I came up with every excuse not to join, I finally had a valid excuse (a surgery), and I packed on the pounds. I visited the gyms, worked out in one (really nice but not what I was looking for) and, decided to drive by UA to check them out. I walked in, and I knew within seconds that this was what I was looking for. Athletes, young and old, super in shape, and a few like me, not so much. Ronny (one of the owners) was super welcoming, and I decided to sign up for their onboarding. I am now a month in, and I go five times a week. Love the LevelMethod, coach Ronny, Honee, and Jason. The coaches push you and encourage you to advance and become stronger while keeping your form. Form and quality, over packing on the weights. If you are out of shape, join. If you are in insane shape, join The program will challenge you regardless of where you are on your journey. I am very happy that I've joined. Come by the 6 AM class, and you'll see what I mean. You will not regret it.