Do you run lunchtime fitness classes near Canary Wharf?

Yes. CrossFit 1864 runs a fully coached 12:30pm class Monday to Friday in Poplar — approximately 15 minutes' walk from Canary Wharf. The class is capped at 10 people and includes a warm-up, strength or skill block, and conditioning workout. Showers and lockers are available on site.

Will I really make it back to my desk in time after a lunchtime class?

Yes. The class runs 12:30pm–1:15pm, with a shower window that gets most members back at their desks by 1:30pm. If your office is further into Canary Wharf, factor in an extra 5–10 minutes of walking — still well under 1.5 hours total.

Are there showers at CrossFit 1864 for lunchtime class members?

Yes. We have hot showers, soap, and secure lockers on site. Many members keep a kit bag at the gym so they don't need to carry it from the office every day.

How far is CrossFit 1864 from Canary Wharf?

CrossFit 1864 is approximately 15 minutes' walk from One Canada Square and Crossrail Place, 5 minutes from Blackwall DLR, 8 minutes from All Saints DLR, and 8 minutes from East India DLR. Most Canary Wharf office workers can reach us without needing public transport.

What if I'm new to fitness — can I still do the lunchtime class?

New members start with our Beginners Programme — three weeks of personal coaching before joining group classes. This means by the time you attend your first lunchtime class, you already know the movements, understand scaling, and feel confident. You won't be thrown into a group class unprepared.

How intense is the lunchtime class?

It's a real workout — the same programming as our morning and evening classes. But every movement is scaled to you. Your coach will help you hit the right intensity to feel like you trained properly, without leaving you unable to focus for your 2pm meeting.

Do you offer corporate or team fitness packages for Canary Wharf offices?

Yes. We work with companies in Canary Wharf and the surrounding area to deliver team sessions, recurring corporate slots, one-off events, and discounted team memberships. Contact us at info@crossfit1864.com to discuss your team's needs.

Do I need to bring anything to a lunchtime class?

Workout kit, a water bottle, and a towel. We have showers, soap, and lockers on site. Many members keep a kit bag at the gym so they don't have to carry it from the office every day.

How much does a CrossFit 1864 membership cost?

Group class memberships — including the lunchtime class — start at £149 per month for 9 sessions, £169 per month for 13 sessions, and £199 per month for unlimited classes. All time slots, including 12:30pm, are available on every membership.

Do I need experience to start functional fitness at CrossFit 1864?

No. The Beginners Programme is 4 weeks with one personal training session a week plus group classes, for £169.

How much does CrossFit 1864 cost?

Membership is £149 a month for 9 classes, £169 for 13 or £199 for unlimited. You can try 14 days for £39.

Functional fitness classes near Canary Wharf Fitness that works
in real life.

Functional fitness is strength, conditioning and movement that makes you better at everything outside the gym, not just in it. It is what we coach at CrossFit 1864, every session.

Poplar, East London · 15 min from Canary Wharf · All levels · Capped at 10 per class

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What is functional fitness?

Training that transfers
to real life.

Functional fitness means training movements, not muscles. Instead of isolating one muscle on a machine, you practise how the body actually moves: squatting, lifting, carrying, pressing, pulling and moving under load.

The result is not just a better-looking body, though that tends to follow. It is a stronger, more resilient one. You can carry the shopping more easily, keep up with your kids, and move with confidence for decades.

At CrossFit 1864, every session is built around these movement patterns: coached from the ground up, scaled to your level, and aimed at something that matters beyond the gym floor.

Movements, Not Muscles

Train the way your body actually works.

Strength That Transfers

Get stronger at carrying, lifting and moving.

Built for Longevity

Properly coached training for a body that lasts.

Expert Coaching

Every session coached, every movement taught properly.

The six movement patterns

Everything we do
comes back to these.

Six fundamental patterns of human movement. Coach them well, load them progressively, and you build fitness that lasts.

Squat

Sit down, stand up, pick things up. The foundation of lower-body strength.

Real life: stairs, children, every chair you use

Hinge

The deadlift family. It teaches you to lift things off the floor using your hips and legs, not just your back.

Real life: lifting bags, bending safely

Press

Overhead and horizontal pressing build shoulder strength and stability, driving force from the ground up.

Real life: reaching up, pushing doors, posture

Pull

Rows and pull-ups strengthen your back and balance out the sitting and pushing of modern life.

Real life: posture, shoulder health, carrying

Carry

Farmers carries and suitcase carries are some of the most underrated movements there are. Grip, core, everything.

Real life: shopping, luggage, everyday load

Locomotion

Running, rowing, cycling and jumping build your engine, so the strength work and everyday life feel easier.

Real life: energy, stamina, heart health

How we teach it

Coaching is what
makes it work.

Technique First

Every movement is taught before it is loaded. You learn the pattern properly before we add weight, which is how real strength is built safely.

Scaled to You

Classes are capped at 10. Your coach knows your history and goals, and adjusts every workout to your level: not a generic modification, a personal one.

Progressive Programming

Training builds week on week. You do not just repeat the same workouts; you progress towards more strength, capacity and resilience.

Long-Term Thinking

We programme for people who want to be fit and healthy at 60, not just for summer. Intensity is earned, recovery is respected, and longevity is the goal.

Who trains here

Functional fitness is for
all of these people.

Beginners

Complete Beginners

Never touched a barbell? Our Beginners Programme gives you 4 weeks of personal coaching plus group classes, so you learn the foundations first. No experience needed.

Busy professionals

Office Workers

Classes at 6am, 7am, 12:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm and 7:30pm, built around a Canary Wharf working day. 60 minutes, fully coached.

Long-term

Lifelong Athletes

People who have tried gym memberships and want more: community, coaching, structure, and training that keeps paying off for years.

The difference

CrossFit 1864 vs
a typical gym.

Most gyms give you a key fob and leave you to it. Here is what coached functional fitness adds.

What you get	CrossFit 1864	Typical gym
Every session coached	Yes	Rarely
Workouts scaled to you	Yes	No
Classes capped at 10	Yes	No
Structured programming	Yes	DIY
Coach knows your name	Yes	Rarely
A real community	Yes	Rarely

Common questions

What people ask
before starting.

Is functional fitness the same as CrossFit?

CrossFit is a specific method built on functional fitness. At CrossFit 1864 we use CrossFit programming: varied functional movements at the right intensity for you, coached every session. Functional fitness is the umbrella; CrossFit is one of its best-known forms.

Do I need experience to start?

No. Our Beginners Programme is built for people starting from scratch: 4 weeks with one personal training session a week plus group classes, £169. You will never be thrown in at the deep end.

Is it safe?

Yes, when it is coached properly, which is what we do. Every movement is scaled to your level and technique always comes before load.

How is this different from a bootcamp?

A bootcamp gives you a sweaty hour. Functional fitness at CrossFit 1864 is structured, progressive and coached. Every session builds on the last, aiming for long-term progress rather than just burning calories today.

What results should I expect?

Many members notice more strength, energy and confidence within the first few weeks. Body composition usually changes over several months. Everyone is different, and your coach will review your goals with you every 90 days.

What are the class times?

Monday to Friday at 6am, 7am, 12:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm and 7:30pm, plus weekend sessions. See the full timetable.

How much does it cost?

Membership is £149 a month for 9 classes, £169 for 13 or £199 for unlimited. See membership prices, or try 14 days for £39.

Fitness that makes you
better at life.

Start with a free 15-minute intro chat. We will talk through your goals and find the right way in. No pressure, no sales pitch.