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Peninsula CrossFit "Elevating Functional Fitness" on the Saanich Peninsula since 2006. Book your free no-sweat intro! One year from now, you will wish that you had started today.

Your success depends not on any one individual here but on the environment that we create. We can teach you "how" but it's PCF's community that pushes you everyday to work harder, do more, be better. We are not the reason CrossFit works, but we can lead you down CrossFit's path of success.

Life and the gym are like climbing a mountain β€” every step, every rep, and every drop of sweat brings you closer to the ...
10/22/2026

Life and the gym are like climbing a mountain β€” every step, every rep, and every drop of sweat brings you closer to the top. Don’t focus on how far you have left to climb; be proud of how far you’ve come, and keep taking the next step. πŸ’ͺ⛰️

WE LOVE SOUP & STEW SEASON πŸ₯£πŸ‚A hearty stew can be a complete meal with protein for recovery, carbs for energy, and plent...
10/20/2026

WE LOVE SOUP & STEW SEASON πŸ₯£πŸ‚
A hearty stew can be a complete meal with protein for recovery, carbs for energy, and plenty of fibre-rich vegetables.

Butternut Squash & Chicken Stew!
Ingredients:

* 1Β½ lb chicken thighs, cubed
* 1 tbsp olive oil
* 1 onion + 2 cloves garlic
* 1 butternut squash, cubed
* 2 carrots, chopped
* 1 can white beans, drained
* 4 cups chicken broth
* 1 tsp each thyme & rosemary
* Β½ tsp smoked paprika
* 1 cup chopped kale
* Β½ cup coconut milk or cream
* Salt & pepper
* Splash of lemon juice or apple c***r vinegar

Make it:
Brown chicken in olive oil. Add onion, garlic and seasonings and sautΓ© briefly. Add squash, carrots, beans and broth. Simmer 25–30 minutes until tender.

Mash a few pieces of squash into the broth to make it naturally thick and creamy. Stir in kale and coconut milk, then finish with a splash of lemon or vinegar.

OCTOBER NUTRITION TIP:

Don’t let soup season become low-protein season! Build your fall meals around protein, then add colourful vegetables and satisfying carbs like squash, potatoes, beans or whole grains.

Cook once, eat twice: Make a big pot and freeze a few portions for busy days.

πŸŽ‰ Member Spotlight: Kathy and Kelly, 100 Legends Classes Each!When Kathy and Kelly first started at Peninsula CrossFit, ...
10/19/2026

πŸŽ‰ Member Spotlight: Kathy and Kelly, 100 Legends Classes Each!

When Kathy and Kelly first started at Peninsula CrossFit, they each had their own reasons for taking that first step, but they shared an important goal: to build strength, feel better, and stay active and independent as they get older.

Kathy was struggling with consistency and motivation, often feeling tired and low on energy. She knew she wanted to age well and realized it was time to invest in improving her balance, muscle strength, and bone health.

Kelly, on the other hand, felt nervous about getting started and had never lifted weights before. But she knew how important it was to maintain her independence as she aged and wanted to take steps now to help her stay strong for the years ahead.

Fast forward to today, and both Kathy and Kelly have reached 100 Legends classes πŸ’ͺ

Along the way, they’ve gained strength, improved their mobility, built confidence, and found more energy for work, family, and travel. They’re also staying more consistent with their health habits, enjoying their workouts, and building friendships within the PCF community.

For Kathy, one of her proudest accomplishments is simply continuing to show up and working to improve her overall fitness. She especially appreciates how supportive the coaches are and how every workout offers variations to meet members where they are, regardless of their experience or ability on any given day.

Kelly is proud of her consistency and the fact that she’s stuck with her goals. She also gives a lot of credit to the coaches who encourage her to try a new approach or pick up a heavier weight. As Coach Chrystal reminds her, β€œYou’re stronger than you think!” And a special thank you to Coach Tony for being part of her journey, too.

Kathy and Kelly are wonderful reminders that getting stronger doesn’t require you to have experience, be perfectly motivated, or know exactly what you’re doing when you walk through the door. It starts with showing up, being willing to try, and having a team in your corner.

Kathy and Kelly, congratulations on 100 Legends classes each! πŸŽ‰ We’re so proud of the consistency, courage, and commitment you’ve both brought to your health and fitness. Here’s to continuing to get stronger, moving with confidence, and enjoying all the things you love for years to come!

**It’s never too late to start investing in yourself. Your future self will thank you ❀️ Comment below to try out a Legends (45+) class for free!

You guys have been staying consistent and putting in the work! We can’t wait to see everyone test out  their 1 rep max b...
10/16/2026

You guys have been staying consistent and putting in the work! We can’t wait to see everyone test out their 1 rep max back squats, deadlifts and bench presses next week πŸ’ͺ

10/15/2026

Thank you to our friends at CrossFit LifeTree for another great way to spend Thanksgiving - we are very grateful for all of our PCF athletes and the entire CrossFit community that surrounds us πŸ™πŸ¦ƒ

πŸŽ‰ Marika, 100 Classes and Counting!As a longtime runner dealing with injuries, Marika joined Peninsula CrossFit to prior...
10/14/2026

πŸŽ‰ Marika, 100 Classes and Counting!

As a longtime runner dealing with injuries, Marika joined Peninsula CrossFit to prioritize strength and mobility so she could keep doing what she loves as she gets older. Like many, she felt nervous about trying something new, but she took that first step and hasn’t looked back!

Fast forward to 100 classes, and Marika is feeling stronger, moving better, managing her pain, and gaining confidence. She’s also made friends and found a community that makes showing up even more rewarding. πŸ’ͺ

As Marika puts it, β€œI am so happy I joined PCF for the awesome coaches and workouts and wonderful community!”

Marika’s journey is a great reminder that it’s never too late to invest in your strength, health, and future.

Congratulations on 100 classes, Marika! πŸŽ‰ We’re so proud of your progress and grateful to have you as part of the PCF family. Here’s to getting stronger and celebrating many more milestones together! ❀️

If you’d like to join Marika and others in our Legends (45+) program comment below to come in for a free trial class! πŸ’ͺ

Just a reminder that πŸ”₯ HYROX TRAINING β€” BLOCK 2 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! We’re building on the work from Block 1 and ta...
10/13/2026

Just a reminder that πŸ”₯ HYROX TRAINING β€” BLOCK 2 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

We’re building on the work from Block 1 and taking things up a level as we head straight toward the Vancouver HYROX race. πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ’ͺ

Block 2 is all about putting the pieces together β€” building strength, conditioning, running fitness, and the ability to keep moving when things get tough.

πŸ—“οΈ Oct. 22nd - Dec. 13th 2026 (16 sessions)
πŸ“ Thursdays β€” 6:30 PM & Sundays β€” 9:30 AM

Whether you’re chasing a HYROX race goal or just want to train, come put in the work with us.

πŸ”— Link to register: https://peninsulacrossfit.wodify.com/OnlineSalesPage/Main?q=PaymentPlans%7COnlineMembershipId%3D327927%26LocationId%3D4938

🎟️ Current PCF members: Email [email protected] for your exclusive discount code!

Let’s get to work. πŸ”₯

10/09/2026

Getting in some wallballs before the weekend! πŸ’ͺπŸͺ© What’s your best tip for wallballs?!

A couple reminders ahead of this weekend! Firstly, this Monday the 12th, there will be 8:30 and 9:30am CrossFit classes ...
10/08/2026

A couple reminders ahead of this weekend! Firstly, this Monday the 12th, there will be 8:30 and 9:30am CrossFit classes only. Secondly, this Monday is also CrossFit Lifetree's annual Thanksgiving Throwdown and there are teams from PCF participating! If you have some free time this Monday we'd love to have some PCF members there to cheer our athletes on through their workouts πŸ“£

PCF Blast Nutrition Program registration is now OPEN! πŸ₯—πŸŒ―πŸ—πŸŽDo you train consistently but are still unsure whether your nu...
10/07/2026

PCF Blast Nutrition Program registration is now OPEN! πŸ₯—πŸŒ―πŸ—πŸŽ

Do you train consistently but are still unsure whether your nutrition is actually supporting your goals?

The PCF Body Blast will answer questions like:

πŸ‘‰ How much protein do I really need?
πŸ‘‰ Do I have to count macros to lose fat?
πŸ‘‰ How many carbohydrates should I eat when I do CrossFit?
πŸ‘‰ Should I eat before an early-morning workout?
πŸ‘‰ Why can my weight change several pounds even when I have followed the plan?
πŸ‘‰ How do I know whether I have reached a true plateau?
πŸ‘‰ How can I eat at restaurants without undoing my progress?
πŸ‘‰ What should I do after an imperfect day?
πŸ‘‰ Can I include alcohol, desserts and celebration foods?
πŸ‘‰ How should GLP-1 users approach protein, strength training and recovery?

You will learn why protein and hydration are our starting points, how carbohydrates support training, why meal consistency usually matters more than perfect nutrient timing and how to monitor your results before changing the plan.

We will also cover the less obvious parts of nutrition: hunger versus appetite, food noise, liquid calories, sleep, recovery, alcohol, restaurant meals, busy weeks and the habits that help your results last.

The program includes:

πŸ‘‰ Eight weeks of short daily online lessons
πŸ‘‰ The option to read or listen to every lesson
πŸ‘‰ One practical action and a smaller minimum each day
πŸ‘‰ Beginning and ending InBody scans
πŸ‘‰ Weekly check-ins
πŸ‘‰ Protein, hydration, macro and alcohol calculators
πŸ‘‰ Realistic guidance designed for CrossFit athletes

The course opens Friday, October 23, and the guided program begins Monday, October 26.

Cost: $229 CAD plus GST

Registration closes October 22.

Purchase the program here: https://peninsulacrossfit.wodify.com/OnlineSalesPage/Main?q=ReviewPurchase%7COnlineMembershipId%3D328130%26LocationId%3D4938%26OnlineMembershipPaymentOptionId%3D1868101

See the full course description and complete outline here: https://www.eatmovelive.ca/courses/pcfblast-2026

Address

#20-2075 Henry Avenue W
Sidney, BC
V8L1T2

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 10:30am
4pm - 6:30pm
Tuesday 6am - 10:30am
4pm - 7pm
Wednesday 6am - 10:30am
4pm - 7pm
Thursday 6am - 10:30am
4pm - 7pm
Friday 6am - 10:30am
4pm - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 10am

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