CrossFit CX

30/06/2026

🎉 3 YEARS OF CROSSFIT CX! 🎉

Three years ago, we opened our doors with a simple goal… build a community where ordinary people could become stronger, healthier, and more confident.

Since then we’ve shared thousands of workouts, countless fist bumps, early mornings, sweaty high-fives, and memories that will last a lifetime.

💙💛 To every member who has walked through our doors, thank you for trusting us, pushing yourselves, and becoming part of this incredible family.

This isn’t just a gym.
This is a community.
This is home.

Here’s to the friendships built, the goals smashed, and the next chapter of CrossFit CX! 🦈🔥

3 Years. One Community. Stronger Together.

💙💛🦈🎂🎉

25/06/2026

🏆 WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! 🏆

We are incredibly honoured to announce that we have been nominated for not one, but TWO Best of Knysna Awards! 🎉

This recognition means so much to us because it reflects the amazing community we’ve built together. Every class, every early morning, every challenge, and every victory has been possible because of your support.

❤️ If we’ve made a positive impact on your life, we’d be so grateful if you could take a minute to vote for us in both categories:

📚 Education Category:
Vote Here⁠ 👉 https://www.bestofsouthafrica.co.za/knysna-plett/bokp-voting-category-education/

💪 Health, Beauty & Wellness Category:
Vote Here⁠ 👉 https://www.bestofsouthafrica.co.za/knysna-plett/bokp-voting-category-health-beauty-wellness/

Thank you for believing in us and allowing us to do what we love every single day. Let’s bring these awards home together! 🏆🔥



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17/12/2024

Man !! What a year its been. Our final athlete of the month has been at it for a while. Through peaks and valleys. Ups and downs as we all do. But she's been consistently working at it.

All we ask is that each person comes in on that day and gives the best that they can for that day. 1% percent adds up eventually over time the more you come in and commit.

Nicolene van Loggerenberg is our athlete of the month. 11kgs down since the winter challenge and still keeping it off shows her commitment to the plane and trusting the process. But training here is more than physical change its mental change too.

Well done Nicolene ! Keep smashing away it!

How did you discover CrossFit?

There was a free trial at one of the local boxes and a friend and I tried it out and I was hooked.

What were you doing sport/exercise wise before CrossFit?

Occasional walking/running and cycling,but never as committed to any form of sport. Did a few half marathons.

How long have you been training at CrossFit CX for?

Since the opening😁

Favourite CrossFit exercise?

Anything assault bike or weightlifting.

Most disliked CrossFit exercise

Bear crawls/ walks!!!

What changes in your health, physique, performance and mental wellbeing have you noticed since starting CrossFit?

After I started to commit entirely I feel more energetic and dont need my frequent mid morning snooze in my car on the back seat. Since the winter challenge I learned how to deal with my emotions and not eat them, this has contributed to being mentally stronger. * Little guilty pleasures are now sniffing my son's ice cream*.

What advice would you give to someone with regards to starting CrossFit?

I have used all the excuses under the sun why I can't train and be a better me,but none of that is ever valid and you owe it to yourself to at least try.

What is one word that people often use to describe you?

I strive to be known as a kind person, so hopefully kind.

What is something we would be surprised to know about you?

I was born and raised in Knysna, but not like a "vlei rot" more like a "boskokkerot".
And I am still eating the same as during the winter challenge.

Favourite activity outside of CrossFit?

I love being creative and being in my own space at home.

Favourite place to eat a Paleo-ish meal?

Home.

What are 2 things you will always find in your fridge?

Red apples and cheddar cheese.

The song that gets you pumped up for a workout:

Anything but Kurt Darren's Spinnekop🤣 at the moment.

The last thing you ate?

Lunch of sweet potato with some cream cheese and a chicken breast.

Proudest accomplishment at CrossFit?

Doing my first ever three box jumps last week.

Which CrossFit CX member inspires you the most?

I have a few inspirational people I look up to, but one that definitely amazes me.

Meghan even after her accident she just got over it and moved on with the exercise. I work in the medical field and don't often see that type of resilience.

What are your goals for the rest of 2024?

For the remainder of 2024 I would like to enjoy family time and stick to the healthy lifestyle during the Christmas celebrations as this is normally spent around food and drinking. This might sound weird, however in my family the main love language is with food. So with my new venture of eating healthy it causes a lot of unwanted pressure.

12/11/2024

Where has this year gone. So many changes all the time. Speaking of changes here is another athlete of the month. And damn was this a huge transformation!

I love when I see our members taking their fitness that they have attained and using it outside of the gym. This member leads by example and the proof is in the pudding.

Meet Lisa Lambert. Fearless and always up for some thrills!

Lets get to know her.

How did you discover CrossFit?
I found myself at a crossfit box doing HIIT, and I was pretty intimidated by all the bars and heavy weights. Then, after a year of not exercising, I heard about a new CrossFit box opening up on Thesen, and I thought, 'Why not give it a shot?' So I jumped in, and it's been quite the adventure since!

What were you doing sport/exercise wise before CrossFit?
Running and HIIT. 🏃

How long have you been training at CrossFit CX for?
I think since last October.

Favourite CrossFit exercise?
Kettlebell swings and deadlifts

Most disliked CrossFit exercise and why?
Overhead Squats, why - ummm they’re super tough and sometimes make me fall over (blushing). But I’ll learn to make friends with them.

What changes in your health, physique, performance and mental wellbeing have you noticed since starting CrossFit?
I pretty much always look forward to Mondays to get back to CrossFit.
When I started I had a dodgy knee (old injury), which resulted in me initially stopping running, but now my muscles have strengthened and I’m stronger than I’ve ever been, and although I was once 'super skinny' I feel more confident and stronger than ever!

What advice would you give to someone with regards to starting CrossFit?
Just give it a go, give it time and be patient with yourself.
We all started somewhere and we are all unique in our strengths and progress.
Don’t compare yourself to others, stay on your journey.

What is one word that people often use to describe you?
Persevering

What is something we would be surprised to know about you?
When I was 20 I played in a “punk rock bank”, had a pink mohawk and worked as a piercer in a tattoo shop. 😛

Favourite activity outside of CrossFit?
Exploring the world (anything outdoors, warm and has water), shooting, hanging out with my husband and furchild.

Favourite place to eat a Paleo-ish meal?
Home

What are 2 things you will always find in your fridge?
Eggs and apples

The song that gets you pumped up for a workout?
Vois sur ton chemin: Techno Mix by Bennett
You’re gonna go far kid: The Offspring

The last thing you ate?
Blueberries

Proudest accomplishment at CrossFit?
Kipping pull ups with no band 🥳

Which CrossFit CX member inspires you the most?
I think everyone who shows up for themselves deserves a shoutout, but if I have to choose just one, it would be Janet! She's always so inspiring and brings such positive energy.

What are your goals for the rest of 2024?
Double-unders, handstand pushups, at least a strict pull-up 🦾

07/10/2024

I can really say we have some of the hardest working members at the box. I wish I could see inside so many of their heads and see what it is that helps them flip that switch from self doubt and then going on to being able to achieve so much more for themselves.

Our September Athlete of the month is a prime example of hard work, drive and a bit of attitude too.

Meet Sonja Oelofse , Associate Attorney (Legal Practitioner) , mom to a baby girl, wife and CrossFitter. Going from pregnant mom ,to dealing with a little bit of baby blues to finding us at CrossFit CX…constantly arguing with Shane about doing abs , wanting to go for a run instead of the strength portion that was programmed and so many more ducking and diving stories of trying to get things done her way. Thank goodness the Coach is a hard arse and never caved.

Slowly , slowly Sonja started seeing changes and when those changes started she put her foot on the gas and has been all go since.

Lets see what makes this super-mom tick.

How did you discover CrossFit?

The HITT class times at the gym I used to attend changed from 6h30 to 7h30 am. The 6h30 am class was replaced with a CrossFit class so I gave it a bash. But I only truly discovered CrossFit when I joined CrossFit CX.

What were you doing sport/exercise wise before CrossFit?

HITT workouts, short and long distance running, wake boarding.

How long have you been training at CrossFit CX for?

Since November 2023.

Favourite CrossFit exercise?

Hang Power Cleans. Laughing while typing that but once you get the hang (excuse the pun) of it and smooth out the movement, man oh man, it’s empowering.

Most disliked CrossFit exercise

Shane’s famous warm up bear crawls.

What changes in your health, physique, performance and mental wellbeing have you noticed since starting CrossFit?

Reduced stress and mental fatigue, weight loss, muscle gain, strength, improvement in form, increased stamina and endurance.

What advice would you give to someone with regards to starting CrossFit?

It is way less intimidating than it looks and so much more rewarding than you think.

What is one word that people often use to describe you?

Tenacious.

What is something we would be surprised to know about you?

I came top 3 in the country for my Attorney Admission Exams (Board Exams). What a flex. 😂

Favourite activity outside of CrossFit?

Anything SUMMER. Boating, wake boarding, sunshine.

Favourite place to eat a Paleo-ish meal?

My sister’s house.

What are 2 things you will always find in your fridge?

Oat milk and bananas.

The song that gets you pumped up for a workout?

Octopus by Alan

The last thing you ate?

Lindt chocolate.

Proudest accomplishment at CrossFit?

Back squatting 91kgs.

Which CrossFit CX member inspires you the most?

Samantha Viljoen for sure.

What are your goals for the rest of 2024?

Be consistent, be happy, be kind and run a half marathon. *coaches note - Sonja is running that Half Marathon this weekend. We wish her the best of luck.

12/07/2024

Where is this year going?? We’re in July! We’ve just turned one! Life is good! So good that we almost forgot to announce our July athlete of the month!!!

Meet Tamara Sullivan ! She’s one of our OG’s in the PM class! When she’s not in class you’ll find her on the paddle courts with her husband Cameron who’s a professional tennis coach. Tam is one of high energy members! Like a Jack Russel who’s had too much RedBull ! 😂

But let’s deep dive with getting to know her!

How did you discover CrossFit?

I was new to town and just started working on Thesen Island. I was driving to work one day when I saw a huge crowd of people running to the whale and back and I thought that they looked like they were living their best lives (NOT). I was curious and have been hooked ever since.

What were you doing sport/exercise wise before CrossFit?

I played tennis with my husband, who is a tennis coach and occasionally stepped foot in a Virgin Active

How long have you been training at CrossFit CX for?

Around a year now

Favourite CrossFit exercise?

Back squats

Most disliked CrossFit exercise

Overhead squats (sies)

What changes in your health, physique, performance and mental wellbeing have you noticed since starting CrossFit?

Not only has my physic changed, I would say my mental health has improved the most. Being supported by such a huge community has changed my life!

What advice would you give to someone with regards to starting CrossFit?

Just do it. Your life will change immensely.

What is one word that people often use to describe you?

Supportive (Shane will probably say loud) Coach concurs…😂

What is something we would be surprised to know about you?

I used to compete in open water swimming and have done the Midmar Mile multiple times.

Favourite activity outside of CrossFit?

Padel

Favourite place to eat a Paleo-ish meal?

No where in Knysna, but Nandos would be my go-to.

What are 2 things you will always find in your fridge?

Mayo and milk

The song that gets you pumped up for a workout?

Alors On Danse (DubDogz remix)

The last thing you ate?

Mince and sweet potato curry

Proudest accomplishment at CrossFit?

Bettering my running time by 8 minutes.

Which CrossFit CX member inspires you the most?

Vivienne-I’ve never seen someone so determined in my life to do banded pullups.

What are your goals for the rest of 2024?

Get fitter and faster. CrossFit Open 2025 here we come!

04/07/2024

Man! We are blown away ! We have been nominated for the best Coaching and the best Gym in the Garden Route. Please do us the honour of helping us get to number 1!

Follow the link and be sure to vote for us twice.
1 - as the best extramural lessons and coaching
2 - as the best gym under the “Health, Beauty and Well was category”.

Appreciate you and your time !!
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09/05/2024

Well, its that time again. Been a busy few months and the facility has grown so fast. One of our latest additions to the craziness is is a professional mom? A whirlwind of a personality who's game for anything and always pushing herself.

Meet Meggan Viljoen and learn a bit more about this wild child!!

How did you discover CrossFit?

Well well, I was on my way to return to some other “cross fitish “ gym in town😂… and my friend Heather was like. “ummmmm, what are u doing? this place is way better..” ?( CrossFit CX) I was sceptical, but here I am. 😃 thanks Heath. u saved me . 💗

What were you doing sport/exercise wise before CrossFit?

Running and home workouts

How long have you been training at CrossFit CX for?

4 months … i think 🤷🏼‍♀️

Favourite CrossFit exercise?

Box Jumps

Most disliked CrossFit exercise

Anything that requires me going upside down 🤷🏼‍♀️

What changes in your health, physique, performance and mental wellbeing have you noticed since starting CrossFit?

Body composition and weight have changed drastically since starting . Also have a lot more energy, which I didn’t think was even possible 😂😂

What advice would you give to someone with regards to starting CrossFit?

Dont say, “I’m gonna start••• once I have lost the weight, once I’m fitter, once I’m stronger” …. just start… this is where the change happens.

What is one word that people often use to describe you?

FUN 💃💃

What is something we would be surprised to know about you?

Before becoming a full time/ professional 😂 mommy, i was a teacher and swimming coach 🤷🏼‍♀️

Favourite activity outside of CrossFit?

Anything involving my family.

Favourite place to eat a Paleo-ish meal?

Home. I have 3 live in chef’s…(daughters 😂) make the most amazing food 🤤

What are 2 things you will always find in your fridge?

Grapes and avo

The song that gets you pumped up for a workout?

Mind Still (Feat. Blythe) - Sonny Fodera

The last thing you ate?

Peacan nuts

Proudest accomplishment at CrossFit?

Double unders 💪🏻. (Coaches note * I think you should be proud of your efforts for entering the CrossFit Open)

Which CrossFit CX member inspires you the most?

My daughter, Jade. She’s come a long way in her fitness journey and its been inspiring to watch. She reminds me to take up space and to believe that accomplishing hard things is possible for anybody.

What are your goals for the rest of 2023?

CrossFit goals ? Everything i cant do at the moment. 😂😂 its a lot….

29/04/2024

Are you registered?

🦁🐆🦏🐃🐘 At our THE BIG FIVE event there will be five workouts. Five boxes along the Garden Route have been selected to create a workout according to their allocated animal.

We are excited to announce that CrossFit CX
will be creating “The Elephant Workout”- with CrossFit CX being a box that has a passion for power & strength - and combining those two elements together, we know it’s going to be a good one 😉💪🏼
Register today. (Link in bio)

16/03/2024

And just like that… the CrossFit open is done!

Photo dump to come soon!

Great open season. Our athletes 20+ athletes all surpassed their own expectations!! Was awesome to see! Proud of them all!