RECLAIM YOUR FITNESS AT CROSSFIT TEF
Become part of our awesome fitness community and get in the best shape of your life!
A Community of Heart, Hustle, & Empowerment in Howard County helping people live healthier Lives through CrossFit, nutrition, and Accountability.
We believe that increasing physical, mental, and emotional well-being at every age leads to happier, healthier people. We inspire athletes to push beyond their physical and mental limits, and provide them with the tools they need to live their best life inside and outside the gym.
NO CALORIE CHASING
Stop spending HOURS on "cardio", put your time into real, well rounded strength training, paired with just the right amount of conditioning to build a lean, athletic body. We eliminate the guesswork and lead you through challenging (but fun) workouts that don't just make you sweat; they make you better!
PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY
We will provide the perfect combination of coaching and accountability so that you can focus on what matters most. Coaching, not cheerleading, is why our members say we have the best fitness classes and nutrition coaching in the Laurel / Savage area.
COMMUNITY DRIVEN
We make sure that every single person that joins our community feels welcomed and leaves every single workout feeling more confident in their bodies than ever before. This is a community that is based on helping each other achieve their goals.
Our dedicated coaching staff is ready to help you reach your fitness goals in a friendly and supportive gym environment.
We are a community of amazing people from many diverse backgrounds who understand that the value of a person is a compilation of their strengths, weaknesses, achievements, faults & failures, beliefs, preferences, ethnicity, and every other trait that makes them a human.
We welcome all and judge none; except those who would judge others. We will always remain, an open and safe environment for anyone looking to enrich their lives through fitness, friendship, and compassion.
We are the most welcoming fitness community in Howard County, offering fun and non-intimidating classes for anyone looking to improve long-term health, because overcoming challenges alongside an encouraging community promotes growth in an era of disengagement and confusing health messages.
WHAT IS CROSSFIT?
By definition, definition CrossFit is “constantly varied functional movements performed at high intensity.” But, in reality it’s a proven approach to fitness, health, and overall wellness that will change your life.
It is a lifestyle that brings together people all of ages, backgrounds, and abilities. We are connected by our willingness to work hard, adapt and lift each other up.
Our goal is to make the gym a placed that.
We are here to help you create a life that is happy, healthy, and full of adventure.
If you’re ready to take back your health, come talk with us and let us show you exactly how we can help.
WHAT IS CROSSFIT?
CrossFitGROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Our main program and the foundation for our fitness community, consisting of constantly varied, high-intensity, functional movement.
Our certified coaches incorporate programs designed to enhance strength, power, and conditioning to help you reach your peak fitness.
We combine conditioning, weights, cardio and body weight exercises in short, intense workouts to generate more results in less time. You’ll find pull-up bars, kettlebells, barbells, sandbags, and more!
Come see what you’re made of!
IntervalFITINTERVAL BOOTCAMP
Our boot camp program is an effective way to lose weight, tone up, get fit and reach your goals.
Our IntervalFIT program provides individuals with a fun, challenging, and rewarding path to achieve an unprecedented level of fitness through expert-led group classes and is carefully designed to accommodate all levels of fitness while building functional strength, and the mobility and conditioning required to get you through your day.
Best of all, our coaches will always be by your side for support, encouragement, and instruction.
ObstacleFITOCR ENDURANCE TRAINING
ObstacleFIT classes are the antidote for athletes looking to bridge the gap between Functional Fitness Training and Obstacle Course Racing. This group training class is geared towards the individual who seeks real results among a supportive and encouraging community while strategically blending endurance-based workouts and the uniqueness of our OCR specialized gym. We're convinced that this revolutionary approach to fitness will make you a well-rounded athlete by blending a long-duration (45 minutes +) full-body, functional strength and conditioning workout with obstacles for ALL LEVELS.
What People are saying member reviews
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Great gym, knowledgeable coaches, a positive and supportive community of athletes. If you are looking to get fit, strong and have a great time while doing … More it, TEF is the place for you! -
Great small CrossFit box with really tight-knit, supportive, kind, fun people. Great workouts!
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If Google would let me give these guys a 10 star review I would. I started here about 7 months ago and I'm down 26 pounds! The community is awesome … More and made this first time CrossFitter comfortable from the start. I am truly in awe of the my results so far and I know I'm just getting started. I'm so happy I found an honest and welcoming gym to finally motivate me to stick to a fitness program that would actually let me hit my goals.
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Such a welcoming environment at CrossFit TEF! All of the coaches are very nice and eager to help in any way they can! Highly recommend to anyone ready … More to make some lifestyle changes and find a new fitness family!
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The atmosphere at CrossFit TEF is incredibly inviting. Even though I stumbled upon the gym after visiting another one nearby, they warmly greeted me and … More took the time to understand my fitness goals. Their tailored workouts have been a perfect match for my fitness level, and I have never felt uncomfortable or intimidated. Prior to joining TEF, I had no experience with barbells, but now I am committed to improving every week. I look forward to continuing to work with them and benefitting from their guidance for a long time to come!
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The Endurance Factory is a great place for anyone starting their fitness journey who is looking for a great CrossFit community and likes to mix it up with … More bootcamp-style classes.. Welcoming to everyone and anyone on any fitness journey. Great group of people to workout with and hang out with. It has become my family and my home in a city I never thought I would stay. Coaches are actively working to provide the best services possible.
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The best gym I have ever been to. Everyone is so welcoming - it’s truly like a family. Every coach there wants to help you reach your fitness goals! I've … More never felt intimidated and I was way out of shape when I started. Come in and check it out for yourself!
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I’ve been a member at The Endurance Factory for about 6 months and have loved every part of it. Awesome coaches, great programming, and a fun welcoming … More atmosphere. From the coaches to the members, everyone is supportive and welcoming. Love this gym!
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Very knowledgeable coaches & great community of people. I look forward to coming into workout every morning. I never thought I'd say I do CrossFit … More but TEF changed my mind. There are no egos, no pressure to do things you arent ready for, and not a bunch of "bros" throwing weight around. The community skews towards those in their mid-thirties who are looking to get fit and prolong their active lives which is exactly what the owners Ken & Cheryl preach. I'm really glad I made the decision to join!
Your success is our #1 priority
getting started is easy
1. SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST VISIT*
Speak with a coach about your goals and learn how we can help you to become the healthiest version of yourself.
2. START YOUR TRAINING
Once You have defined your goals and are ready to begin your journey. Taking you through the fundamentals of training and sound habits we will start you strong by placing you on the road to success!
3. HAVE FUN REACHING NEW LEVELS
Now that you have the basics down you’ll book classes easily on our app, enjoy the workouts with amazing people and reach your goals in no time!
Our community is what makes us special. And it's what will keep you going.
We believe the intimidation factor of CrossFit is REAL and it is our responsibility to help you feel safe and welcome.
We are a staff of passionate, professional and friendly coaches with years of experience.
We believe in the remarkable, untapped potential you have and are committed to helping you recognize and reach it. Let us help you improve your relationships, sleep, fitness, nutrition and overall happiness. We will help you set hesitations aside, embrace camaraderie and surprise yourself every day both inside and outside of the gym
General Hours
Monday: 6AM-8PM
Tuesday: 6AM-7PM
Wednesday: 6AM-7PM
Thursday: 6AM-8PM
Friday: 6AM-6PM
Saturday: 8:30AM-10AM
Questions? We've got answers
Getting started at CrossFit TEF is super simple! Just click on any of the 'Get Started' buttons to book your free consultation where you’ll get to tour the gym & meet our coaches.
Additionally, if you've got prior Crossfit experience you can take advantage of our 7 Days for $7 offer!
Nope, most of our members start just like you! We assess each new member's fitness level, then our coaches tailor your workouts to meet you where you are each day. As you progress, your coaches will guide you through progressions to help you grow and achieve your goals.
When you start at CrossFit TEF, your fitness level will improve quickly, usually in the first few weeks.
The key to see results is consistency and commitment over time so that’s why we recommend 3 classes per week as a start!
We're here to make a difference in your life, providing health and wellness through CrossFit and accountability in Columbia, Laurel and the surrounding areas. We’re a community of like-minded people that wants you to show up and supports each other on this journey to live better lives – with no judgement or criticism along the way!
When just starting out then 2-3 times per week will be enough to see results and allow you to adjust to your new routine.
You’ll be sore some days and need recovery time between training sessions. Remember, recovery is just as important as the work you do in the gym!
Over the course of the following months work up towards 5 days per week if you really want to see results!
Each class is led by qualified coaches. We always start together with a brief to outline what we will be doing that day and WHY.
We follow that with a warm-up designed to activate the muscles being used in the workout.
The coach will brief on the group on the workout, the movements, and the proper form.
During the workout, the coach will be guiding and providing instruction and motivation to keep you moving.
At the end of class, athletes will cool down to accelerate recovery and reduce potential injury.
NEVER FEEL LOST IN THE GYM AGAIN
We make sure that every single person that joins our community feels welcomed and leaves every single workout feeling more confident in their bodies than ever before. This is a community that is based on helping each other achieve their goals.
WE HELP YOU FINALLY REACH YOUR GOALS
Have you tried to workout by yourself or maybe you’ve tried every program and supplement out there but continue to be frustrated? You can rest easy knowing that our team will help you stay accountable and implement the PERFECT strategies that will GUARANTEE you achieve your health and fitness goals. No more guess work. Only Results!
WE HELP YOU BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE
A strong body leads to a strong mind, which in return leads to a stronger more balanced lifestyle. We help you awaken your inner strength through fitness, community, and repetition. We all work together to overcome life’s obstacles.
Our CoachesARE ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU
Our friendly, expert coaches will eliminate the guesswork in your workouts, guide you through challenging (but really fun) workouts. We will provide the perfect combination of coaching and accountability so that you can focus on what matters most. Coaching, not cheerleading, is why our members say we have the best fitness classes and nutrition coaching in the Laurel / Savage area.
Meet the team coaches
