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CrossFit Local Open since January 2010, longer than any CrossFit in Orange County. Chad was voted one of best personal trainers in the Triangle for four years in a row.

We help people of all levels reach fitness goals through our specialized programs - Ignition, CrossFit, personal training, nutrition counseling, barbell, endurance and 24/7 open gym access! Our coaches have 65 combined years of CrossFit experience and go through an intensive 6 month process for the opportunity to become a CrossFit Local coach. Our coaches have over 30 certifications including CrossFit Level I, Kids, Gymnastics, Endurance, Mobility, Weightlifting, Olympic Lifting, and Goal Setting. Owner and head coach Chad Edwards has a Bachelor in Exercise and Sports Science degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and over 12 years of experience in the fitness industry. All CrossFits in Chapel Hill and Carrboro employ coaches who had their start at CrossFit Local. CrossFit Local is the only gym in the area offering leveled classes so you can choose the level that is most appropriate for you (beginner, intermediate, advanced, all levels). We offer child care, bootcamp, CrossFit, CrossFit Kids/Teens, personal training, nutrition counseling and barbell club. We have fielded individual athletes and teams for the CrossFit Games and Regionals. We have worked with a Miss NC contestant for the Miss America pageant. Members of President Obama's secret service has trained with us. We have overlapping classes and open gym times to maintain a low athlete-to-coach ratio. CrossFit Local has been voted one of the best gyms in Orange County and Chapel Hill/Carrboro.

You're tired of fitness programs that don't fit your life.CrossFit Local coaches have spent over 20 years learning how t...
10/12/2026

You're tired of fitness programs that don't fit your life.

CrossFit Local coaches have spent over 20 years learning how to meet people where they are.

A free discovery call is your chance to talk through what you actually need and see if we're the right fit for your goals.

You've been told to "just lift more weight" to get stronger.But loaded barbell work without proper form teaches your bod...
10/11/2026

You've been told to "just lift more weight" to get stronger.

But loaded barbell work without proper form teaches your body bad habits that stick around for years.

Our coaches spend time on positioning and technique first.

That foundation makes everything that follows actually work and keeps you safe while building real strength.

You've been telling yourself you'll get back to it "next month."Meanwhile, the guilt sits heavier than the weights you u...
10/10/2026

You've been telling yourself you'll get back to it "next month."

Meanwhile, the guilt sits heavier than the weights you used

to lift.

Getting back into fitness as a busy professional feels impossible.

You need coaches who understand where you actually are right now, not where you think you should be.

That's what we do here.

Your shift ends and you're too drained to think about the gym.We get it.That's why our coaches meet you where you are, n...
10/09/2026

Your shift ends and you're too drained to think about the gym.

We get it.

That's why our coaches meet you where you are, not where Instagram says you should be.

Sixteen years of showing up for people like you means we know how to build strength without burning out.

You've been meaning to get back to fitness, but solo workouts feel lonely and unmotivating.Group classes at CrossFit Loc...
10/08/2026

You've been meaning to get back to fitness, but solo workouts feel lonely and unmotivating.

Group classes at CrossFit Local

change that.

You'll train alongside people who show up for the same reason you do, led by coaches who know how to push you the right way.

You've tried the expensive programs and the Instagram fitness routines.Nothing stuck.You're ready to stop guessing andst...
10/07/2026

You've tried the expensive programs and the Instagram fitness routines.

Nothing stuck.

You're ready to stop guessing and

start moving with a coach who actually gets your goals.

Let's talk about what you need.

You've been out of the gym for years.Your body feels stiff.Your energy is gone.You tell yourself you're too busy, too ou...
10/06/2026

You've been out of the gym for years.

Your body feels stiff.

Your energy is gone.

You tell yourself you're too busy, too out

of shape, too far gone to start.

That's the lie.

CrossFit Local coaches work with adults like you every single day, helping you rebuild strength without the intimidation.

We meet you where you are.

You're probably thinking group fitness means you have to fit their schedule. Truth: group classes work because experienc...
10/05/2026

You're probably thinking group fitness means you have to fit their schedule. Truth: group classes work because experienced coaches adjust every movement for where you are right now, not where everyone else is. That's how you stay safe and actually progress.

You want endurance gains but endless cardio leaves you burned out and bored.Here's what works: mix strength and conditio...
10/01/2026

You want endurance gains but endless cardio leaves you burned out and bored.

Here's what works: mix strength and conditioning. Your body adapts faster when you challenge it differently. CrossFit Local coaches program both so you build real stamina without the monotony. That's how endurance sticks.

If you're someone who is well-educated, you likely want to find a gym that aligns with your values and offers high-quali...
06/30/2026

If you're someone who is well-educated, you likely want to find a gym that aligns with your values and offers high-quality coaching.

You will notice the difference in working with the owners of CrossFit Local, Kelly and Chad Edwards. They use their fitness and health expertise to develop an individualized, safe and effective program for you.

They are honored to have been providing the Chapel Hill community with quality coaching for over 20 years!

If you'd like to chat with a coach, create a plan that is unique to your specific goals, and get to work, use the link below to book a Discovery Call!

https://www.crossfitlocal.com/programs/get-started

Address

7401 Rex Road, # 106
Chapel Hill, NC
27516

Telephone

(919) 912-9348

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