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Beginner Fundamentals in West Roxbury
Fundamentals is the beginner on-ramp at Boston Iron Grit in West Roxbury. It starts with an assessment — a body composition test, a bodyweight strength test and an aerobic capacity test — then covers the two Olympic lifts and the basics of gymnastics with every scaling option you can grow into. We're with you every step of the way.
// Who it's for
This program fits you if…
- Complete beginners who have never touched a barbell
- Anyone returning to training after years away
- People nervous about jumping into a group class
- Athletes with old injuries who need a careful ramp-up
// Inside a session
What a typical session includes
Goal Review
FreeWe learn your goals, training history and any limitations. Free, no pressure.
The Assessment
Session 1Body composition test, bodyweight strength test and aerobic capacity test set your baseline.
The Olympic Lifts
Sessions 2–3Learn the clean & jerk and the snatch safely, from the ground up.
Gymnastics & Scaling
Sessions 4–5Push-ups, pull-ups and all the scaling options you’ll tap into as you build capacity.
Beginner Fundamentals — FAQs
No. The entire purpose of fundamentals is to start with the fitness and movement you have today.
Most people complete the five sessions in two to three weeks, then join group classes.
Experienced CrossFit athletes can. New athletes get far more from class — and stay safer — after the on-ramp.
You join regular classes with any membership. Your coach recommends a starting schedule, usually 2–3 days per week.
// Talk to a Coach
Interested in Beginner Fundamentals?
Tell us a little about you and a coach will be in touch to help you get started — usually the same day.
Prefer to talk now? Call or text 617-637-8900
Not sure where to start?
Book a free goal review — a 20-minute conversation about your goals, history and the right first step. No pressure, no obligation.