CrossFit East Auckland - Howick shows 4.7/5 from 11 reviews, and its five written reviews, spanning 2014 to 2018, consistently describe encouraging, well-coached CrossFit programming welcoming to both newcomers and established athletes.
A Detailed Account of Overcoming Initial Nervousness
Jennifer Jeffery's review is the most detailed here: "I was really nervous about attempting Crossfit as I had heard so much about how hard it was. Right from the start it has been an amazing experience. From the initial training and throughout all the following workouts the CFEA Coaches and community have been so encouraging and supportive adjusting where needed to enable me to complete the workouts safely but also pushing me to extend my limits. I have to admit I am now a total addict!" I'd flag that adjusting-where-needed detail directly, since it describes coaching that scales workouts to the individual rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
A Detailed Account Welcoming Both Beginners and Established Athletes
Tim Hawes's review makes a similar point from a different angle: "Great bunch of people, excellent coaching and always a fun time! I would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking to get into CrossFit (as I was) or even the more established athlete as there are more than enough RX motivation around!" I'd note that RX-motivation detail directly, since it signals the gym also supports more advanced athletes working at prescribed workout standards, not just beginners.
An Additional Account of an Encouraging Atmosphere
Tom Huynh's review reinforces the same theme: "Awesome atmosphere, awesome people and coaches who encourages and push you to try your best. Awesome way to get fitter, stronger and faster." I'd treat that push-you-to-try-your-best framing as consistent with Jennifer Jeffery's account of coaches balancing safety with genuine challenge.
Additional Brief Accounts of Strong Coaching
Rakesh Panjri's review reads "Great trainer... Friendly environment," while Dr Dan's reads simply "Great coaches." I'd treat both as concise but consistent with the more detailed accounts above.
What's Missing
No review states class pricing or specific class schedules. Nothing here confirms current coaching staff, since every written review here dates from 2014 to 2018.
Who It's Not For
Anyone who needs current, up-to-date confirmation of coaching staff or pricing before joining, since every written review here predates 2019. Anyone looking for a traditional weight-room setup rather than programmed CrossFit-style group training, since every review here describes the latter specifically.
249e Moore Street, Howick, Auckland 2014, New Zealand. The website is crossfiteastauckland.co.nz, and the phone number is +64 800 233 2129.
FAQ
Is this a gym?
Yes, a CrossFit-affiliated facility, according to every written review, which describes coached group workouts rather than open gym access.
Is it suitable for CrossFit beginners?
Yes, according to multiple reviewers specifically, including one who describes starting out nervous and inexperienced and being coached safely into the programming.
Does it also support more advanced athletes?
Yes, according to at least one reviewer specifically, who describes ample RX-level motivation available for more established athletes.
Are the written reviews recent?
No. All five written reviews on this listing date from 2014 to 2018.