Survival Fitness-CrossFit^® Bay City

Fantastic experience: After a back injury and years of failed attempts at physical therapy to get me moving, the coaching staff at Survival Fitness has given me back the ability to do Crossfit again. It's been a long process that isn't even close to being done, but the patience and expertise that have gone into my coaching have helped me slowly and safely rebuild. I'm actually excited about working out again and have learned so much about how to train the RIGHT way. I can't recommend this gym enough, whether you're looking to push yourself to limit or rebuild from the ground up. Thank you SFBC!

Fantastic experience: Sometimes it’s for the muscle, but most of the time it’s for my mind. Survival Fitness has saved my life! I’m in the best shape of my life, the strongest I’ve ever been, and the community is ONE of a kind!

Fantastic experience: Great community to get fit with !

Fantastic experience: Survival Fitness has been like another home to me. There are always amazing people in each class to push you through the workout. Coaches are knowledgeable and easy to connect with.

Fantastic experience: Truly my 2nd home for many years. Amazing facility - SUPER CLEAN. Incredibly welcoming community of people that will become your greatest supporters and best friends. Every day is challenging but there will always be someone there to pick you up.

Fantastic experience: An awesome gym and great community!

Fantastic experience: Survival Fitness is a great gym with clean and new equipment, but the real selling point is the community. The people at this gym have become some of my greatest friends and have inspired a passion for fitness that I never saw myself having. Every day I look forward to walking through the doors!

Fantastic experience: When most people think CrossFit gym, they think intense and out of their ability. Not the case here. This gym is what you make it and it helps you live your best life to your ability. I recently experienced a broken ankle and I would not be getting around as well as I am during recovery without my training at Survival Fitness. Not to mention the encouraging gym family you get here! Can’t wait to be back at it more frequently!

Fantastic experience: Great equipment, clean facility, and great coaches. Classes are organized and well structured

Fantastic experience: Survival Fitness has helped and guided me to where I want to be. They became a second family.

Fantastic experience: Great facility, great atmosphere, great coaching. If you want a good workout, this is the place to be.

Fantastic experience: A great place to reach your goals and be a part of an awesome community!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Survival Fitness!! Awesome staff, great atmosphere with everyone pushing and encouraging each other to better themselves. The workouts are tough but there are scaling options for everyone!

Fantastic experience: Great place to be at been coming here over a year and still enjoy it every time.

Fantastic experience: Love this place! The coaches are great. The other members are always encouraging to each other. I had never done any weight lifting before joining this gym, but the coaches helped me modify workouts to my ability level, and I am now stronger than ever

Fantastic experience: If you aren’t the greatest athlete or in the greatest shape and don’t know where to start to improve your overall health and wellbeing this is the place to be. The coaches and other members are all inspiring and supportive. It really is a JUDGMENT FREE ZONE!! You will finish every session with confidence and feel accomplished after. Signed: WOD squad.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, great people. There are many options for workouts from strict CrossFit, to lightweight and scalable functional fitness classes. Something for everyone of all age, fitness and skill levels.

Fantastic experience: Never thought I would consider being a member of a gym... Much more so getting excited everyday to work out. It is not only the challenging exercises and seeing results, but also the ambience of working out with our gym family. Always thankful that Survival Fitness became a part of our family 4 1/2 years ago. Thank you Coach Jason for being so accommodating with the gym members back then by just encouraging to just work out even if they cannot afford to pay. That made me appreciate your principle to promote health more.

Fantastic experience: Love this gym! Such a comfortable fun atmosphere with awesome people. The motivation from all the people and coaches make the workout that much better!! Sign up and I know you won’t look back to any regular gyms!!

Fantastic experience: From the moment I stepped into Survival Fitness, I knew I had found more than just a place to work out. It’s a community that celebrates strength, resilience, and camaraderie. As a woman, I’ve discovered a supportive environment where I can push my limits and thrive. The Community Sisterhood of Iron: Survival Fitness isn’t just about lifting weights; it’s about lifting each other up. The women here are fierce, encouraging, and unapologetically strong. We celebrate PRs (personal records) together and cheer each other on during tough WODs (workouts of the day). Inclusive Atmosphere: Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a beginner, you’ll feel welcome. The trainers ensure that everyone receives personalized attention, regardless of their fitness level. No judgment, just empowerment. Workouts Tailored for Women Functional Fitness: Survival Fitness focuses on functional movements that benefit daily life. As a woman, I appreciate how these workouts enhance my overall strength and agility. Body Positivity: The coaches emphasize progress over perfection. They celebrate our bodies’ capabilities, reminding us that fitness isn’t about conforming to unrealistic standards but about feeling strong and confident. Personal Growth Breaking Barriers: Survival Fitness has helped me break through mental barriers. I’ve deadlifted more weight than I ever thought possible and conquered challenging gymnastic movements. The sense of accomplishment is unmatched. Mind-Body Connection: CrossFit isn’t just about physical gains; it’s about mental resilience. As a woman, I’ve learned to trust my body, listen to its cues, and appreciate the journey. Final Thoughts Survival Fitness isn’t just a gym; it’s a sisterhood, a sanctuary, and a place where women thrive. If you’re looking for a community that celebrates your strength, join us at Survival Fitness. Together, we lift each other higher, one rep at a time. ️‍♀️ Note: Survival Fitness has a diverse membership, and everyone’s experience may vary. But as a woman, this has been my uplifting journey.

Fantastic experience: Survival Fitness is an amazing place! Everyone is so nice! It's a judgement free zone! So far I've lost over 40lbs since joining and I'm still going!

Fantastic experience: As a former collegiate athlete and in my mid forties, the number of physical ailments I started to experience were so depressing and debilitating. After starting my CrossFit journey at 48 at Survival Fitness, I am feeling better/stronger than I have in years! This gym has renewed my love for fitness and has given me the confidence that I can continue to enjoy vitality later in life!

Fantastic experience: If your on the fence about joining, don't worry. I've been a member a year. The coaches and members are fantastic.They will scale anything if you need it. Free intro, group and personal training and even nutrition coaching!

Fantastic experience: Great place to workout and meet some awesome people! The coaches here are phenomenal!

Fantastic experience: I recently became a member and I couldn't be happier! The place is big, clean and full of everything you need. The staff and the other members are motivational, fun, happy and just all around great people. It's a feel at home and welcome to the family atmosphere that is second to none. The value to cost ratio is incredibly high, worth every penny and then some!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a member for quite a while now! I love the atmosphere, the members and the coaches. From day one you will get support, encouragement and PUSHED to do better for YOU! The owners of this gym are terrific people! I have met so many great people through this place that will forever remain in my heartDo NOT Be afraid to start!

Fantastic experience: Great experience, friendly coaches and members - will definitely drop in again the next time I'm back in Bay City. Thanks Survival!

Fantastic experience: Thank you to the crew, other participants and members for the enthusiasm and encouragement during my 6 week GetFit journey! I learned new skills and habits to incorporate into my daily routine on diet. It was a great experience for me to push myself to show up for myself ! Thanks again.

Fantastic experience: The environment is great and everyone is friendly. It definitely is a family environment. I have built some healthy habits which I will continue. Survival Fitness is the place to be.

Fantastic experience: Survival is my happy place! Never in my life did I think I would be a CrossFit girl, let alone a gym person! Our coaches have been my cheerleaders from my first five personal training workouts almost 2 years ago! To now, where my gym fam pushing me to reach PR’s I never dreamt I could achieve! If you are ever thinking (I could never do that) STOP! Because you CAN! I am doing things I would have bet money on I would never be able to do. Invest in yourself, show up for you. One day, or day one? You decide

Fantastic experience: This place is much more than a gym!

Fantastic experience: This is by Far the absolute GREATEST gym and gym family I have ever joined. We get constant personal attention. The trainers walk you through everything to make sure your movements and technique are correct. The members are super friendly and even have holiday parties if you want to join. Survival Fitness-Crossfit Bay City welcomes all levels of fitness and all races. If you have never been in a gym, you can start here with no judging. The members and coaches will cheer you on not shame you. It is the most welcoming warm family you will have ever experience in a gym. If you feel you are too out of shape or too old, they will make you feel otherwise. Give it a try!!! It is easy to get started!! I LOVE THIS GYM!!!!

Fantastic experience: My husband and I we’re grateful for the five on boarding classes so that we could learn the gym, meet the people and see if we wanted to continue. We did. We like the options during the class to modify if we need to and the encouragement from the coaches and the owner. It really is a great place to be. I can do things already that I’ve never been able to do. My wall walk looks ugly, but every time I do it, I’m making progress! Happy to be members!

Fantastic experience: I joined Survival Fitness a little over a year ago, and it is the best decision I’ve ever made. The coaches are very helpful and are willing to help you grow and achieve your fitness goals. The classes are challenging, but are worth it!

Fantastic experience: Survival Fitness Bay City has honestly changed my life just when I was feeling pretty down on myself and struggling to feel at home in Bay City, even after more than ten years here. I was struggling with health and fitness and I felt lost in the wilderness when it came to fitness. I would spend a lot of time missing Ann Arbor and the marathon training group that had become my close friends more than 13 or 14 years before, but also knowing that running was just not something about which I was passionate anymore. I am not sure what possessed me to take the leap, get over my self-doubt, and walk into Survival, but it did not take long to understand that this was for me. The first year was difficult. It took a long time to get some of the fundamentals right (and we all still practice them every day). I was a lot weaker than I thought I was, too. Now, a couple of years later, the daily workout is the highlight of my daySurvival is a remarkable place. Membership is limited to a small number so workouts are often small as well. The coaches all know your name, understand your level and abilities, and carefully help you progress. There are no gatekeepers here among the other members. Everyone is willing to help with a community vibe that really is very strong, whether you are a beginner or a ten-year veteran of CrossFit. I’m stronger than ever, my fitness is coming along well, and I’ve dropped a full size in clothes. It’s fun, too. Before you even enroll they sit down with you and help you determine if it’s right for you. This is before you even get into pricing and schedule. The facility is fantastic, clean, organized, and new. I’m so grateful I found this place.

Fantastic experience: This is an awesome gym and a great community that comes with it. Coaches will push you hard and be your biggest supporters. I have lost 45 pounds over my 1.5 years here, I lift heavier, run longer, and do things I never thought I could. Would recommend to anyone looking to make a change for the better!

Negative experience: Very unorganized gym. If you come in to ask a question none of the employees will answer anything and just say to apply online. I've been lifting all of my adult life and they force you to buy 5 sessions with a personal trainer before you can try anything or even discuss what a regular membership cost. The coaches I did talk to seemed decent. The owner was very rude and condescending to the employees. I finally had to ask a member what they were paying and was told its around $180 a month LOL. There are many solid gyms in the area, don't waste your time.

Fantastic experience: Great workout environment! Really great place to stay healthy and fit!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Survival Fitness to any one looking for a new gym or fitness program. The facility itself is incredibly clean with all new state of art equipment. Jason and his staff do an awesome job at making everyone feel extremely welcome and are dedicated to helping individuals reach their personalized fitness goals. I really can’t say enough positive things about him the facility and the team. Check it out for yourself!!!

Fantastic experience: My home away from home and gym family. Survival is not just a place to go workout. It is a community of motivated individuals that work with each other toward all our goals. The coaches are amazing. The encourage a d work with you. Whether you are a beginner or advanced they will help you make the changes you need to do to change. Love Survival. Update: Still love it. The coaches are great!

Fantastic experience: My favorite place to be. Great coaches, members, and workouts. They really care about your health and wellness and push you to be better! Awesome facility. Highly recommend for all ages and abilities!!

Fantastic experience: Posting another review!! I am absolutely loving the CrossFit games! It’s my first year and my team is the game train. The encouragement and support and conversations happening are just as good… maybe better, then work out for our souls! We loved the onboarding process as we are new to CrossFit so much that we’re going to join! Thanks to Kat and Jason for helping us get started.

Fantastic experience: I have had an excellent experience here with one on one coaching and their nutrition program—-as a senior I have felt welcomed and programs individualized—-great place——will continue for sure

Fantastic experience: I'm from Bay City originally and always drop in at Survival Fitness when I'm in town visiting family. It's one of the nicest CrossFit facilities I have been in. It's always clean and everything is brand new. Jason runs a great box and always makes me feel welcome. The members are welcoming as well. There are no egos and nobody hesitates to say hi and chat you up. I recommend this place to anyone in the area or just passing through.

Fantastic experience: This is a great gym with welcoming coaches and members. You do not need to feel intimidated by the name of this gym, all workouts can be modified to your own fitness level. The coaches are very attentive to your fitness goals, and needs. The members are very welcoming, and are full of encouragement, which is especially nice when you are the new person. Once you step inside the gym you feel the energy, and it makes you want to be a part of it.

Fantastic experience: Over the weekend was my first time going to the gym and I had the best time! Love the atmosphere, the grind, and the people. Not only was it a great work out but we shared the best laughs together.

Fantastic experience: Great place to train, improve your physical fitness and meet great people! Coach Jason and his team are very helpful with your development as an athlete!

Negative experience: There are better crossfit boxes out there.

Fantastic experience: Great sense of community -go for the workouts & you’ll end up with a gym-family!

Negative experience: 10 year CrossFit veteran looking for a gym to call home. Owners refuse to provide basic info like pricing without scheduling an in-person consult. Whether this is their version of sales tactics to up-sell services, or lack of respect for other people’s time is irrelevant. Lots of talk about “community” without basic business transparency.

Fantastic experience: Top tier personal trainers!! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Such a great facility with excellent coaches.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely love it here! My husband and I started a little over 5 years ago and fell in love with it. It’s not just seeing what amazing things we can accomplish. It’s the coaches, the atmosphere, the community. Best decision we’ve made.

Fantastic experience: Survival Fitness is a great CrossFit gym. The owner and coaches are highly involved with the members and consider them family. All the gym members are truly supportive of each other. The culture is unlike any other gym I’ve been involved with.

Fantastic experience: Incredible gym overall. The facility is immaculate, coaches are knowledgeable and helpful, the workouts programmed are intense and rewarding, and most important…the community is welcoming. Five stars.

Fantastic experience: The coaches and members are encouraging and non judgemental. The workouts are challenging but can be adjusted to your fitness level and the coaches are there to help you reach your goals.

Fantastic experience: I started crossfit about a year and a half ago and after a chat with the coaches found that I met my goal 6 months ago and I'm thrilled! If it wasn't for the tremendous support from fellow classmates and encouragement to stay on track I don't think it would have happened any easier!

Fantastic experience: Extremely welcoming staff of coaches, owners and members. Every workout is intense, but yet doable and you leave feeling strong and accomplished. Very clean gym as well- highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Awesome CrossFit box and people! Super clean, brand new equipment and skilled coaches, Jason is super kind and accommodating, very professional. Coaches at all levels who are approachable. Everything is scaled to individual ability. A great value for the price considering you get personalized coaching at every class you attend. Definitely worth joining, it will change your life!!

Fantastic experience: If I could give more than five stars I would because joining survival fitness is one of the best things I’ve ever done. The coaches here are the best and they provide such a welcoming environment along with everybody who attends. To anyone considering joining do yourself a favor and just do it!

Fantastic experience: Survival Fitness Bay City is a great Crossfit gym with great people. The coaches are easy to talk to, always willing to help and are also members that workout with you. It's a great atmosphere. The facility is really nice with really good equipment. I definitely recommend it.

Fantastic experience: I have been a member here for almost a year and it has completely changed my view on gyms! I love the structure of the classes and not have to figure out what to do. I love the that every one there supports everyone in every way! All ages, shapes and fitness levels!

Fantastic experience: Brand new, all new rouge equipment. Best box in MI

Fantastic experience: Great place with great people!

Fantastic experience: Great place with great people!

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym with amazing coaches and members. No matter your status as a pro or beginner they all make people feel welcomed and comfortable.

Fantastic experience: Great place! Friendly atmosphere and overall great people!

Fantastic experience: Such a great workout environment! From the coaches to the attendees it's very uplifting and an actual judgement free zone!

Fantastic experience: Absolutely love this gym. I started my journey towards fitness three years ago and I haven't regretted a single class. The classes are group-oriented, and the gym family that works out consistently there are very close and unique. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Excellent workout. Wonderful people. Coaches are supportive and helpful. Every workout can be tailored to meet your individual needs and skill set. Comprehensive training and nutrition plans available with membership. Private coaching when requested. Honestly, what more could you ask for?

Fantastic experience: The best gym around! The coaches are extremely helpful and want to see you succeed. If your curious about CrossFit go check out their fundamentals class. They will get you comfortable with CrossFit so you want feel lost during classes.

Fantastic experience: LOVE THIS GYM! Coaches are awesome and gym members are fun! I am addicted :)

Fantastic experience: I am a bit biased but I love our gym and our great community.

Fantastic experience: LOVE THIS GYM! Coaches are awesome and gym members are fun! I am addicted :)

Fantastic experience: Update* Best gym in the world. This is the only gym that will make you feel like you are right at home. The family and team atmosphere is unmatched. Not to mention the workouts help build my confidence and this transitions into my my work and family life as well.

Fantastic experience: Great gym nicely ran very friendly place

Fantastic experience: Great gym drop ins ok clean and friendly awesome coaches

Fantastic experience: Truly exceptional coaching from the owner. Great group classes and community.

Fantastic experience: Great people!