Don’t be fooled; all CrossFit gyms are not created equal! The Fort is the original CrossFit of Lake and McHenry County! Accept no imitations, come to where it all started...

Experience. CrossFit Fire has been affiliated since February of 2008. Our coaching staff brings with them years of experience coaching and helping people reach their goals. The certifications we hold are important, but they pale in comparison to the real world experience that can only come from devoting your life to hands-on coaching. If you are looking for world class coaching, then the Fort is the place for you!

Passion. Time and time again members of the Fort visit other affiliates while traveling, and it’s always great to hear their feedback. We love hearing that there is something “special” about the atmosphere at the Fort. We strive to make our gym a friendly, fun place to be.

Dedication. Bill and I get asked a lot, “So, what else do you do besides CrossFit?” The answer is simple: NOTHING. CrossFit is not just a hobby to us; we both took the leap and dedicate ourselves fully to helping you reach your goals. You can always be sure you’ll receive top-notch coaching from people who are fully committed to CrossFit.

Knowledge. When it comes to talking nutrition, Bill is hands down the local expert. Not only does he commit himself to staying up to date on all things CrossFit, he also spends countless hours reading about nutrition. Through his thousands of hours of research, he has developed his own blend of the Paleo diet that will optimize not only your performance in the gym and your sexiness at the beach, but also increase overall health and longevity.