More Than Just A Gym.
Are You Ready To...
Go To The Next Level Together?
Looking for a gym with a sense of community? CrossFit Dark Side in Santee is the place for you! We welcome all fitness levels and are dedicated to helping you become your best self.
have a solid game plan?
At CrossFit Dark Side, we believe that fitness should be enjoyable for everyone. Our experienced coaches will modify your workouts to suit your needs, so you can succeed and have fun at the same time!
Get More Done In Less Time?
Don’t let a busy schedule hold you back from achieving your goals. Join us and receive the support and coaching you need to succeed. With our personalized game plan, you’ll be able to get more done in less time, while prioritizing your own well-being.
Then We Are Ready...
To Guide You On Your Journey
No Matter Your Skill Level or Experience!
That's Why We've Created
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS PROGRAMS
TAILORED TO MEET YOU WHERE YOU ARE
GROUP BASED
crossfit
Our coach-led group fitness class is for everyone! We use a combination of cardio, bodyweight and weights to maximize your hour with us. The workouts are different every day with a huge emphasis on getting you started safely whatever your current age or ability.
GROUP BASED
Olympic Weightlifting
Are you looking to develop more explosive power, strength, speed and athleticism? Our Olympic lifting program is built to do exactly that. Whether you’re a seasoned lifter or just starting out, our Olympic lifting program has everything you need to achieve your goals.
ONE-ON-ONE
PERSONAL TRAINING
We offer the best personal training program in the Santee area. Work one-on-one with one of our amazing coaches to create your perfect workout schedule with support from our full team as we work together to personalize your fitness experience.
Family Friendly
kids corner
Don’t let a busy schedule hold you back from achieving your fitness goals; our welcoming gym offers a dedicated kid’s corner so you can work out knowing your child is in a safe environment. This area is stocked with toys and games to keep children active and occupied!
habit shifting
Nutrition Services
ONE-ON-ONE
foundations class
Every member that is new to CrossFit or has less than 6 months experience or has not done CrossFit in more than 1 year can join our foundations class. They are 50$ per class if taken seperately or included with the unlimited membership, if they sign up.
WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Are You Ready To Level Up?
Getting Started Is Easy!
1. SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST VISIT
Talk with a coach about your goals and meet our trainers, tour the gym, and learn more about our programs.
2. START YOUR TRAINING
We will start you strong by taking you through the fundamentals of training and sound habits, putting you on the road to success!
3. HAVE FUN REACHING NEW LEVELS
Book classes easily on our app, improve your fitness, and enjoy the workouts with awesome people and reach your goals in no time!
CrossFit Dark Side
Our Current Schedule
Have Questions? We've got the answers right here!
Super simple! Just click get started anywhere here on the page to book your free intro session where you’ll get to tour the gym & meet our coaches.
We will chat about your current situation, your desired situation to see if we can help and if we are good fit for each other. Sign up today!
When you start at CrossFit Dark Side, your fitness level will improve quickly, usually in the first 30 days.
The key to see results is consistency and commitment over time so that’s why we recommend 3 classes per week as a start. Sign up today!
Yes! We provide guidance on eating right or sleeping well which can help maximize energy levels – getting YOU maximum results from your efforts. Sign up today!
Nope! Most of our members start just like you. We assess each new members fitness level.
Then our workouts are “universally scaled”, with a different version of each days workout designed for every level. As you level up you can take on more challenging variants of the workout if you desire. Sign up today!
We are locally owned and purpose built to make an impact on the health and happiness in Santee and the surrounding area.
You’re not just a number here, everyone knows your name. We’re a community of like-minded people that wants you to show up and supports each other on this journey to live better lives – with no judgement or criticism along the way. Sign up today!
If you’re a beginner and just starting out then 2-4 times per week will be enough to see results and allow you to adjust.
You’ll be sore some days, so allow yourself recovery days between training sessions at first – over the course of the following months work up towards 5 days per week if you want to maximize! Sign up today!
We offer an exciting, challenging and varied programming which will keep it fun! The workouts are published in advance
Some days are more strength focused where will focus on our lifts. Movements like barbell squats, kettlebell swings and occasionally some olympics lifts will be included.
Other days, we may focus more on cardio & conditioning with rowers and bikes. Some days are focused on body weight movements like pushups, sit-ups, and pull-ups. Some days are a mix of everything. Sign up today!
Each class is 60 minutes and led by qualified coaches. We always start together with a warm-up designed to activate the muscles being used in the workout.
The coach will brief on the group on the workout, the movements, and the proper form. During the workout, the coach will be guiding and providing instruction.
At the end of class, we will cool down together to accelerate recovery and reduce potential injury. Sign up today!
We have a kids corner for your kids to play during class times. The area is gated and parents are resposible for their children. There is sensory play and weekly rotating toys for the little ones. Kids are not allowed on the gym floor during class times. There is no supervised child care.
Parking spots along the left gate are first come first serve.
