New member FAQ

If you are local and considering joining CrossFit MF, reach out to us to schedule your free trial class. We also have a free class every Saturday at 8:30am that is open to anyone, no experience required.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before your class begins. Be present for the coach's brief; that's where the workout gets explained and where we set you up for success.

Being on time is the standard. Less than 10 minutes late, quickly join the warm-up. If you're more than 10 minutes late, chat with the coach but be prepared to roll to the next available class.

Classes are capped based on the workout, required equipment, and space so everyone gets a real coaching experience. Add yourself to the waitlist in the StreamFit app and watch your notifications and email so that when a spot opens you can accept or decline it. Only officially rostered athletes may participate in class.

No, but it is noticed and frowned upon. For the busy 5:00 and 6:15 AM classes, please cancel by 9 PM the night before if there's a waitlist (there usually is). A no-show or late-cancel to a waitlisted class may mean a friendly reminder email from us, but the second is less friendly. Classes without a waitlist can be canceled any time, but do it as soon as you know so the coach can plan. This is our "be a grown adult and respect the time of others" rule.

Clean workout attire you're comfortable sweating in, flat or low-drop training shoes (running shoes are the pick for longer running days), and water. There's a cooler for refills and bottles for sale in the lobby if you forget. You'll see members with jump ropes, lifting shoes, grips, belts, and knee sleeves. None of it is required, and you'll get plenty fit in sneakers and shorts. Build consistency in the gym first, then a coach can help point you toward helpful gear. If you do invest in one thing, make it your own jump rope.

Not in class. Community is a big part of what makes this place special, and your coach needs to be able to communicate with you. Headphones are totally fine during open gym.

Both forms live on the membership policies page, linked at the bottom of every page on this site. Heads up so there are no surprises: cancellation requires at least 14 days' written notice through the form, and a hold has to be requested at least 7 business days before your next invoice and is only granted for medical, military, or maternity reasons. Please read both policies: we do not allow exceptions, as they are provided up front in your membership contract.

Absolutely. If a class is running, the open gym space in the lobby is where you can train. In between classes or in the middle of the day when classes aren't happening, members can put in extra training on the main floor.

Yup: three bathrooms and three showers. In the morning we close one shower so that there is always a toilet available for nervous pre-workout bathroom breaks.

Yes. Email info@misfitgymportland.com to schedule a session or talk through your goals.

Before class: something light and easy to digest, like a banana, coffee, or a protein shake with some carbs, ideally at least an hour out. Skip high-fat food right before training. After class: prioritize protein. A shake or meal with at least 30 grams of complete protein supports recovery and muscle growth.

Yes: caloric needs, macros, food tracking, and at least one nutrition challenge per year with extra support from the coaches and the community. Nutrition is the foundation of your physical and metabolic health; we treat it that way. Ask a coach to learn more.

We ask that out of town drop-ins have at least 1 month of CrossFit experience. Drop-ins are $30 per class, or $90 for unlimited classes for 7 days if you're in the area for longer. Simply send us a contact form at least 24 hours before the class you want and we'll take care of you. If you have any injuries or limitations please let us know of that as well so that we can prepare and accommodate you!

Drop-in options cover a single class, or a week pass for unlimited classes for 7 days from purchase. Reach out and we'll sort the details.

We ask that out of town drop-ins have at least 1 month of CrossFit experience. We offer a free class every Saturday at 8:30am that is open to anyone, no experience required.

Everything in the lobby goes through the store in the StreamFit app or one of the QR codes. Please complete the purchase when you take the item. It's an honor system, and keeping it honest keeps the cool stuff coming.

Honest answer: if you're new to training, 3 times a week is a great starting point to ensure you're not overdoing it, and you'll see results in less than a month. After that, 4 to 6 times a week is the sweet spot, where you'll notice real changes in your body and fitness and plug into the culture of accountability that accelerates everything. We want you training. You're investing in yourself, so make it count.

If something hurts in class, stop right away and tell a coach. If you get injured outside the gym, email us if it's severe, or come to class early and talk it through so the coach can make a plan. We work with injuries all the time and can keep you training while you heal.

A coach on the floor can always help or point you to someone who can. Otherwise, info@misfitgymportland.com or a DM in the StreamFit app will get you a pretty quick response.