2026-06-29T15:11:22.957Z

2026-06-22T15:09:00.059Z

2026-06-15T19:24:07.451Z

I absolutely love Backland. The programming is incredibly intentional and well designed. It’s such a great balance of gymnastics, barbell work, strength, and conditioning. Every workout feels purposeful and clearly structured to help you progress over time rather than just “another gym session.”The coaching is phenomenal. Every coach I’ve worked with has been encouraging, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping members improve. They are supportive whether you’re scaling a workout, just trying to stay consistent and burn calories, or pushing toward a more competitive level. They meet you where you are for the day and still help you grow, which I really appreciate. The community they’ve built reflects that same energy…. positive, welcoming, and supportive.The owners are also extremely friendly and down to earth. From the moment you walk in, you feel welcomed. You can tell they truly care about the members, the gym, and maintaining a positive environment.In just one month, I’ve already seen huge improvements, which speaks to how effective their business, programming and coaching are. The gym is clean, the atmosphere is great, and the people are great.I would highly recommend Backland to anyone, whether you’re brand new to CrossFit or looking to improve your lifting, gymnastics and overall CF performance.

2026-05-31T20:57:51.918Z

Well programmed classes. Instructors are very experienced and knowledgeable. The owners are involved and have made a great community.

2026-05-29T01:47:35.427Z

2026-05-25T16:52:38.666Z

Coaches that truly want to make you better and teach you the right way! A team of professionals that want to make things work for you! Clean and functional gym!

2026-05-18T16:07:06.187Z

I recently joined CrossFit Backland and have had a great experience so far. The coaches are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping everyone improve, no matter their fitness level. The members are also incredibly welcoming and quick to offer help or encouragement when you need that extra push during a workout.One thing I really appreciate is the variety of class times available, which makes it easy to fit workouts into a busy schedule. If you’re looking for a supportive and motivating gym environment, I’d definitely recommend CrossFit Backland.

2026-05-18T15:55:55.992Z

Joined CrossFit backlands a month ago and was welcomed with open arms. The coaches are professional and friendly, gym is clean and I look forward to what the future holds.The programming is top notch and every class is enjoyable. I’ve been doing CrossFit for 5 years and since joining this gym I have already seen personal progress.

2026-05-09T19:00:15.995Z

Backland, by far, has the most amazing community of people that encourage you and push you to be a better person and athlete. As a former college athlete and competitive weightlifter, the structured programming is everything I’ve needed to stay on track while still having fun!

2026-04-26T15:54:40.905Z

CrossFit Backland is the kind of gym that exposes every lie you’ve ever told yourself about being “in pretty good shape.” The workouts are hard enough to make you question whether you’ve been training your whole life or just moving furniture occasionally and calling it fitness.I’ve been to gyms all around the world, and the coaching at Backland stands above them all. They know when to push, when to correct, and when to let you figure out that your soul has briefly left your body. The standard is high, the community is strong, and the room has a way of pulling more out of you than you planned to give.You’ll hurt. You’ll sweat through your shirt — and probably take it off, even in the dead of a Chicago winter. You may briefly reconsider your life choices. Then five minutes later you’ll be talking about when you’re coming back. That’s the magic of this place.It’s hard, it’s fun, it’s addicting, and it’s full of the kind of people who make suffering voluntarily seem like a reasonable life choice. Five stars every day of the week, six stars on Saturdays, and don’t ask about Sundays… because I’m still in bed getting ready for the next week at Backland.

2026-04-24T15:04:27.670Z

CrossFit Backland has been an awesome experience. I’ve been working out here for a few months now, and the coaches do a great job of meeting you where you’re at while still pushing you to grow. For the first time in my life, I actually enjoy working out. Highly recommend!

2026-04-19T15:35:47.750Z

I joined CrossFit Backland with zero experience with CrossFit. The amazing coaches and members helped teach me the different movements with proper form as a priority. The thing I value most, however, is the community! CrossFit Backland is a 10/10!

2026-04-18T00:13:20.183Z

I tried out a few gyms in the area and felt this one was the best. They take the workouts seriously but it’s paired with a great atmosphere, coaches, and community so I felt comfortable scaling things to appropriate challenge for me. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a CrossFit gym

2026-04-17T23:14:15.148Z

2026-04-17T15:16:10.340Z

Best gym in the western suburbs!

2026-04-17T13:04:56.114Z

Love Backland- the owners, the community, the events and competitions they put on. Our son loved the CrossFit kids class, too. It is very family- friendly, and we are able to bring our young kids while we work out which makes a huge difference for two working parents trying to get to the gym! The coaching staff is extremely knowledgeable- I have been doing CrossFit for many years and continue to learn new things from this coaching staff. Highly recommend!

2026-04-17T12:19:55.631Z

The coaching is amazing, the WODs keep me challenged, and the community is so welcoming and motivating—I love it here!

2026-04-16T01:23:46.486Z

2026-04-15T20:03:14.651Z

Amazing coaches, welcoming environment, clean gym and equipment. Great people!

2026-04-15T19:45:17.083Z

Good space, excellent coaches, and great community fostered by the owners.