Breaking Down the “Real” Price

When you sign up for CrossFit, it’s easy to focus on the monthly cost—but there are extra expenses that most people don’t think about upfront. Here’s what you should know so there are no surprises down the road.

Gear You Might Want or Need

Quality gear won’t always be provided, these items are often optional, but many athletes find them helpful:

Jump ropes: A good CrossFit rope can cost anywhere between $30–$90, with options like the WOD Nation Speed Jump Rope clocking in around $32.67. Excel Health and Fitness in Manteca has ropes you can use, but many members choose to buy their own after a few months.
Hand grips or gymnastics grips: Basic pairs range from $20–$70, depending on brand and durability. Some athletes use them, some do not.
Shoes: Specialty CrossFit shoes range from $100 to $200, designed to stand up to the demands of lifting, jumping, and varied movements. You can start with any athletic shoes, but will want some shoes with solid footing after a few months.

These are optional, but if you want performance and longevity, they’re often worth the investment.

Nutrition Support, Meal Prep & Supplements

Healthy food doesn’t come with your membership. If you're serious about results, you might consider:

Meal prep services or ingredients, which can increase your groceries budget by $50–$150 per month.
Supplements—like protein or recovery aids, can add varying annual costs depending on your preferences.

These expenses are optional but can help support better consistency and sustained progress.

Competition Fees or Community Event Costs

Getting involved in CrossFit competitions or box-hosted events builds community—though it can come with fees:

The CrossFit Open registration fee is typically around $20.
Local throwdowns or affiliate events might range between $50–$300, depending on size and format, similar to community team events noted online. Many CrossFit members never do CrossFit as a competition, but some find it motivating.

Joining is voluntary, but if you like community and goals beyond daily classes, plan for these as well.

Travel or Commute Expenses (If You Live Outside Manteca)

Even small drives add up over time:

Weekly round trips of 30–40 minutes translate to hours lost and extra fuel costs.
Training local saves your time, and helps you stay consistent, more than most people expect.

While not a direct “cost,” it’s a real factor that affects value, consistency, and results.

Transparency Builds Trust—Most Extras Are Optional

Here’s the real deal:

Gear: Often optional but useful—jump ropes ($30–90), grips ($20–70), shoes ($100–200).
Nutrition/Supplements: Optional but helpful—depends on your lifestyle strategy.
Competitions or community events: Pay-as-you-go—Open is ~$20; local meets can be $50–$300.
Commute: Time and gas—essentially free if you train locally.

Knowing these possible extras helps you budget more accurately, and avoids surprise costs. At Excel Health and Fitness, we believe in full transparency, no hidden fees, no surprises.