CrossFit Local

Open since January 2010, longer than any CrossFit in Orange County. Chad was voted one of best personal trainers in the Triangle for four years in a row.

We help people of all levels reach fitness goals through our specialized programs - Ignition, CrossFit, personal training, nutrition counseling, barbell, endurance and 24/7 open gym access! Our coaches have 65 combined years of CrossFit experience and go through an intensive 6 month process for the opportunity to become a CrossFit Local coach. Our coaches have over 30 certifications including Cros

sFit Level I, Kids, Gymnastics, Endurance, Mobility, Weightlifting, Olympic Lifting, and Goal Setting. Owner and head coach Chad Edwards has a Bachelor in Exercise and Sports Science degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and over 12 years of experience in the fitness industry. All CrossFits in Chapel Hill and Carrboro employ coaches who had their start at CrossFit Local. CrossFit Local is the only gym in the area offering leveled classes so you can choose the level that is most appropriate for you (beginner, intermediate, advanced, all levels). We offer child care, bootcamp, CrossFit, CrossFit Kids/Teens, personal training, nutrition counseling and barbell club. We have fielded individual athletes and teams for the CrossFit Games and Regionals. We have worked with a Miss NC contestant for the Miss America pageant. Members of President Obama's secret service has trained with us. We have overlapping classes and open gym times to maintain a low athlete-to-coach ratio. CrossFit Local has been voted one of the best gyms in Orange County and Chapel Hill/Carrboro.

06/08/2026

"CrossFit Local really is the best hour of my day. I used to dread working out, but now I look forward to coming in, seeing the coaches, getting a kick-ass workout, and socializing with awesome people."

Is working out on your to-do list right next to take out the trash and mow the lawn?

At CrossFit Local, we believe fitness shouldn't feel like a chore.

Working out is hard enough, but it is even harder when it feels like you have to "check-the-box."

So, we created a fitness program that is convenient, fun, effective, and engaging so that instead of dreading your workouts, you look forward to them.

Use the link below to join us for a Discovery Call and see why so many of our members look to CrossFit Local for the best hour of their day.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

06/06/2026

Are you tired of scrolling through social media and feeling like you're not accomplishing anything? It's time to put down the phone and hit the gym!

Don't let another day go by without taking care of your body and your health.

CrossFit Local is waiting for you, and with every workout, you'll feel stronger, more energized, and more confident than ever before.

So why not make today the day you take that first step towards a healthier, happier you? Your body will thank you for it, and you'll be amazed at how great you feel after just one workout. Let's do this!

Use the link below to schedule your Discovery Call.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

06/05/2026

Do you want a coach to make you tired or a coach to make you better?

We know you have lots of options for your workout, and while you may leave other workouts feeling tired, is it making you better?

At CrossFit Local, we believe hard work for hard work's sake is just hard work.
Instead, we aim for your hard work to pay off, making you stronger, leaner, faster, and closer to reaching your goals.

CrossFit Local strength and conditioning workouts are composed of functional movements performed at a high-intensity level that is guaranteed to be efficient and effective.

Ready to see for yourself?

Use the link below for a Discovery Call and begin experiencing effective and efficient workouts that get you closer to your goals.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

06/01/2026

"I used to exercise pretty regularly, but then I stopped and lost all my progress. I was looking to restart but was lacking motivation. Then a friend brought me to CrossFit Local. The coaches and members gave me the extra nudge I needed to get back into a workout routine. And after only two months of consistent workouts at CrossFit Local, I am back to my previous weight and feeling stronger than before!"

We've all seen it happen; lacking the motivation to exercise...struggling to find the accountability to make it to the 6 a.m. class...feeling in a rut with no way out...
If you have experienced any of the above, group fitness can answer your woes.

There is something to be said about the power of working out in a group.

By surrounding yourself with others who are equally striving towards their goals, you'll experience unparalleled motivation, accountability, and overall enjoyment compared to working out solo.

CrossFit Local combines the motivation of in-person group classes with the results-driven benefits of personalized programming and coaching.

If you've been considering joining a group class or been encouraged to by others, use the link below to book your Discovery Call.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

05/30/2026

Have you tried CrossFit Local yet? We have one of the most fun and effective workout programs available, right here in Chapel Hill.

Not only do you get to challenge yourself with constantly varied movements and workouts, you also get to do it while being part of a supportive community.

Don’t settle for a boring workout routine.

Use the link below to join us for a Discovery Call and see why so many of our members look forward to the best hour of their day at CrossFit Local.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

05/29/2026

"I used to think nothing would ever come close to my old college training sessions until I tried CrossFit Local - I was instantly hooked. The coaches are amazing, and the members make it feel like being part of a team again."

Does this sound like you?

As a college or high school athlete, you trained hard. You thrived with having a deadline to be in shape before your first game, and having a team depending on you, keeping you accountable.

Training meant running more, lifting more, and practicing more to be the best and win for many former athletes.

This mindset and form of training may have worked then, but that doesn't necessarily mean it will work now.

You may need to adjust your goals to work with your new lifestyle and train differently and more efficiently.

That is where we come in.

CrossFit Local can help you redefine new goals for yourself that pertain to your life now.

Like team coaching, we will track your performance and encourage you to be your best. However, unlike team coaching, your individual fitness goals will be our top-of-mind focus, and we will adjust your programming to meet those personal goals.

Stop reminiscing on the glory days and refocus on being your best self now!

If you're craving the group camaraderie and coaching motivation of a structured workout program - then you need to come to check us out.

Use the link below to join us on a Discovery Call.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

05/28/2026

Group classes can be intimidating.

Hey, even the term CrossFit can be intimidating.

We get it.

And while we believe in, and see our members' results from, the CrossFit methodology, We don't hang our hat on the CrossFit name alone.

We pride ourselves on personalized coaching in a welcoming environment that doesn't intimidate but motivates.

If you've been thinking of giving CrossFit or group fitness a try but have allowed intimidation to stop you, wait no more.

Use the link below to join us for a Discovery Call and let us show you the difference personalized coaching can make for you.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

05/27/2026

Looking to get in shape and meet new people? Maybe you're lacking motivation to workout?

At CrossFit Local, we get it.

Joining a group fitness class might just be the perfect solution for you!

You've got built in motivation and accountability in a group class. You have the support of your coach and other participants, so you're motivated to push harder and stay committed.

Participating in a group class provides an opportunity to meet new people and build connections with like-minded individuals who share your fitness goals.

Our classes are led by certified professionals who are trained to guide you through exercises safely and effectively.

Group classes can be a lot of fun! The energy and enthusiasm of the group can make exercise feel less like a chore and more like a social activity.

So what are you waiting for?

Use the link below to join us for a Discovery Call and start reaping the benefits of group classes!

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

05/26/2026

No more boring workouts!

So, you've memorized all the running routes in your neighborhood and are stumped to come up with new ways to swing a kettlebell.

Workouts can get really boring and stale if you're doing the same thing day in and day out.

If you are looking to change up your fitness routine and challenge your muscles to adapt to new forms of exercise - CrossFit Local is ready for you.

Our in-person classes provide the best strength and conditioning movements with constant variation to get you in shape without the boredom.

Each class will present a new challenge to keep your mind and body guessing.

If you're ready to shake things up, use the link below to join us for a Discovery Call.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

05/23/2026

"I moved here for school and was struggling to meet people in all the traditional ways. Then, I signed up for a Discovery Call at CrossFit Local. The workout was badass, but I was more surprised and delighted to meet some pretty amazing people I can now call friends. I think doing something challenging with others can really unite everyone!"

Calling all Chapel Hill transplants!

If finding your new gym is next on your moving checklist, look no further!

Thousands of Chapel Hill transplants have found their new home at CrossFit Local.
Our members are a beautiful and powerful melting pot of people, backgrounds, ideas, and goals -coming together to support, motivate and celebrate one another.

We would love for you to join us!

Use the link below to schedule your Discovery Call and find your new home.

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

Address

7401 Rex Road, # 106
Chapel Hill, NC
27516

Telephone

(919) 912-9348

Website

http://www.crossfitlocal.com/

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