Reviews
Jim Oliver
Such a great community and excellent CrossFit coaching staff. I’ve been a member here for many years and enjoy seeing my friends every winter when I’m in Florida.
★★★★★ Edited a year ago
Jasper Schwarz
Thank you, Santi, for your daily efforts in shaping Riptide into what it is today.
I highly recommend this gym when you are in greater Miami area.
★★★★★ a year ago
Conor Zimmerman
Joining Riptide and trying CrossFit was hands down the best form of exercise I have done. The coaches are knowledgeable, fun to be around, and accommodate all levels of fitness. The gym has a great community with a neighborhood feel. 100% would recommend.
★★★★★ a year ago
Carlos Alonso
This is easily my favorite CrossFit I’ve ever been to. The coaches are amazing and keep things fun in class. And the community is the best everyone knows each other & talks outside of the gym!! I 10/10 recommend.
★★★★★ a year ago
Rachael Lashbrook
BEST GYM IN SOUTH FLORIDA!
Coaches who Care. Gym mates who are friends. A gym that is Family. Riptide consistently meets you where you are, celebrates what you Can do and encourages you to try a little more, no matter where you are in your fitness journey. Ive been a member since 2019 and this is hands down the best community.
★★★★★ a year ago
Sam Adams
Love this place, awesome coaches, zero attitude, great atmosphere. Best box in Ft. Lauderdale 5⭐️
★★★★★ a year ago
Ricky Landino
Highly recommend this gym to anybody. It has an old school vibe to it with modern, high level coaching. Jade was super impressive and actually coached rather than just leading people through the hour. The class was very welcoming to a drop in.
★★★★★ 11 months ago
Joanne Sartain
I dropped in to two of their classes. I really liked the feel of the gym. It felt like a close little family. The coaches were very attentive and provided scaling options. I would definitely recommend this gym if you’re in town.
★★★★★ 10 months ago
Jessika Fairchild
Santiago, and the entire Riptide community, brings CrossFit to a different level. The entire team exemplifies the perfect combination of compassion, diligence and grit to help everyone grow into the best version of you.
★★★★★ 9 months ago
LJ Regine
ve been doing CrossFit since 2012 (started in NYC, then DC, and now Florida) and I’ve dropped into a lot of gyms over the years. Riptide truly stands out.
I actually had the chance to coach here back in 2018 when I first moved to Fort Lauderdale, and even then, it was clear this place had something special. You can always tell a lot about a gym by the energy of the owner, and Santi gets it. He embodies everything that made CrossFit great in the first place—community, integrity, and a no-ego, all-welcome vibe.
These days, a lot of CrossFit gyms have drifted from the core of what the methodology is about. Riptide hasn’t. It’s movement-focused, community-driven, and free of drama. The workouts are smart, the energy is positive, and the members are here to work hard and have fun. No gimmicks, no cliques, just good coaching and good people!
If you’re in Fort Lauderdale and looking for a true CrossFit experience, this is it.
★★★★★ 8 months ago
Lauren Magdariaga
Santi has built something truly special here. The environment is welcoming, motivating, and the coaching staff is top tier, knowledgeable, attentive, and always pushing you to be your best. My fiancée and I have been coming for 8 months, and we’ve seen incredible changes in our bodies and fitness. Every workout is challenging yet safe, and the attention they give each member is unmatched. We’ve made amazing friends and feel completely at home here. This isn’t just a gym, it’s a family, and hands down the best one you’ll find.
★★★★★ 6 months ago
John Erpenbeck
Great gym, I was new to CrossFit and the instructors were super helpful and accommodating. I learned a lot and felt they genuinely cared about me hitting my fitness goals. Sadly I had to cancel due to my work schedule but am hoping to rejoin in the future. Would highly recommend for anyone in the area interested in CrossFit
★★★★★ 5 months ago
Fernando Martinez
Santiago, Sol, Jade, Isa — you guys seriously rock! Just wanted to say thanks for being such awesome coaches. From the first day I walked into this gym, the vibe has been nothing but positive. Super welcoming, motivating, and full of great energy. The coaching here is next level! You’re all so knowledgeable, hands-on, and always pushing us to get better. As someone who’s been coaching CrossFit for 10 years, I can tell right away when a team knows their stuff, and you definitely do. I’m really glad I picked this gym. Appreciate all that you do! 💪🔥
★★★★★ 4 months ago
Bernard Caye Grunhauser
★★★★★ 3 months ago
Dustin Mullis
incredible gym with incredible coaching!
★★★★★ 3 months ago
RA Garan
Riptide CrossFit was my very first CrossFit experience ever, and honestly… I was blown away. Walking in as a newbie can be intimidating, but the instructors were incredibly kind, professional, and made sure I felt comfortable. The community vibe was top-notch—supportive, welcoming, and full of people cheering each other on instead of showing off. I left sweaty, sore, and smiling, which feels like the ultimate CrossFit initiation.
Safe to say, I’ll definitely be back. If you’ve been on the fence about trying CrossFit, this is the place to rip the band-aid off
★★★★★ a month ago
Lucia Hillerová
Dropped in at Riptide CrossFit and had a class with coach Santi — such a great experience. He was super attentive, made sure we understood everything, and you could tell he really cares about the members. He even knew everyone by name and somehow remembered all three of our names, even though it was the first time he’d ever met us!
If I were to recommend a first CrossFit class to anyone, it would definitely be Santi’s class at Riptide CrossFit. Highly recommend!
★★★★★ a month ago
Jan Beger
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Had an amazing morning at Riptide CrossFit. Perfect way to start the day. Tough, well-run workout and an awesome community vibe. Huge thanks to Coach Santiago for the warm welcome and genuine hospitality. You can really feel the impact he’s making here. If you’re in the area, this place is a must.
★★★★★ a month ago
Pierre Walter
CrossFit Riptide is an amazing place to train. From day one, the community is incredibly warm, welcoming, and supportive—no matter your fitness level or experience. The coaches are knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely invested in helping every member improve safely and confidently.
What really sets Riptide apart is the culture. People encourage each other, celebrate progress (big and small), and make you feel like part of the team from the moment you walk in. It never feels intimidating—just motivating and positive.
If you’ve been thinking about trying CrossFit but feel unsure or nervous, this is the place to start. Workouts are scalable, the coaching is excellent, and you’ll quickly realize you’re capable of far more than you thought. CrossFit Riptide isn’t just a gym—it’s a community that pushes you to be better while making the process fun and rewarding.
★★★★★ 2 weeks ago
