Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Premier Fitness Destination in Providence, RI
Founded in 2011, Ocean State Crossfit has established itself as a premier destination for comprehensive fitness solutions. Our facility combines CrossFit, Olympic Weightlifting, Boot Camp, and Yoga programs to cater to individuals of all fitness levels, from beginners to elite athletes. With a focus on community-driven growth, we provide expert coaching, personalized attention, and a supportive environment to help members achieve their health and wellness goals. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in athletic training, sports coaching, and nutrition. We host regular fitness events, partner workouts, and community fundraisers to foster camaraderie and lifelong connections.Committed to innovation, we offer remote programming accessible globally, ensuring flexibility without compromising quality. Our state-of-the-art facility in Rhode Island has earned recognition as the #1 gym in the state for eight consecutive years. By integrating cutting-edge training methodologies with a focus on injury prevention, we empower members to push beyond limits safely. Our wellness programs, including personalized nutrition coaching, have delivered measurable results for hundreds of clients. Through dedication to excellence and client-centric service, we continue to lead as Rhode Islands first HYROX gym and a top-ranked CrossFit affiliate.
Services
CrossFit
Olympic Weightlifting
Boot Camp
Yoga
Personal Training
Wellness Program
Remote Programming
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of experience in CrossFit and athletic development since 2011.
- Our certified coaches include CrossFit Games qualifiers and NCAA championship athletes.
- We provide personalized nutrition coaching with proven results in weight loss and fitness.
- Our community hosts regular competitive events and social gatherings for member engagement.
- We deliver global online programming with daily updated workouts and scaling options.
What people say
Life-changing results
Expert coaching
Strong community
Measurable improvements
Supportive environment
Services
CrossFit
Our CrossFit program combines weightlifting, gymnastics, and metabolic conditioning to build overall athleticism. Designed for all skill levels, sessions focus on scalable movements, proper form, and progressive intensity. Coaches provide real-time feedback to optimize performance and safety while fostering a competitive yet inclusive environment.
Olympic Weightlifting
Specialized Olympic Weightlifting classes develop power, speed, and technical precision in snatch and clean & jerk movements. Expert coaching emphasizes biomechanics, mobility, and incremental loading to enhance competitive performance or recreational strength gains for athletes of all ages.
Boot Camp
High-energy Boot Camp sessions blend cardio, bodyweight exercises, and interval training to improve endurance and fat loss. Classes adapt intensity levels to accommodate beginners while challenging experienced participants through dynamic, time-efficient workouts.
Wellness Program
The Wellness Program offers personalized macro tracking, meal planning, and accountability coaching. Certified nutrition specialists help clients achieve weight loss, muscle gain, or health optimization goals through sustainable dietary habits and science-based strategies.
Remote Programming
Ironclad Programming delivers daily workouts via app access, mirroring in-house classes with scalable options for home or travel use. Subscribers receive detailed exercise descriptions, video demonstrations, and community leaderboards to maintain consistency and motivation.
People
David Ward-Smith
Owner
David founded Ocean State Crossfit after earning a Kinesiology degree and MBA. With expertise in sports coaching and business strategy, he built Rhode Islands first HYROX gym, achieving global recognition for athletic development programs.
Christine Middleton
Director of Fitness Operations
Christine brings NCAA Division I athletic experience and CrossFit Games qualifications to her role. She designs programming that challenges elites and newcomers while prioritizing injury prevention and functional movement patterns.
Ryan Tracy
Head Coach
Ryan specializes in transforming lives through nutrition and fitness coaching. His personal weight loss journey inspired his career, delivering measurable results through macro tracking and accountability systems for over 10 years.
Chris Kunzmann
Coach
Chris holds CrossFit Level 2 certification and travels nationally to experience diverse coaching methods. He focuses on community building through scalable programming that accommodates beginners and competitive athletes alike.
Steph Moore
Coach
Steph offers CrossFit Level 2 expertise and specialized prenatal/postpartum coaching. She emphasizes individualized progress tracking and skill development while fostering family-friendly fitness environments for all ages.
Questions
What fitness programs do you offer?
We provide CrossFit, Olympic Weightlifting, Boot Camp, Yoga, Personal Training, and Wellness Nutrition programs for all experience levels.
Can I access workouts remotely?
Yes! Our $9.99/month online programming includes daily workouts with scaling options accessible via mobile app worldwide.
Are there community events?
We host fitness competitions, partner workouts, holiday parties, and fundraisers to build member connections and social engagement.
Do you offer nutrition coaching?
Yes, our Wellness Program includes personalized macro tracking, meal planning, and accountability coaching from certified specialists.
What makes your gym unique?
We combine expert coaching, scalable programming, and a supportive community with both in-person and global online access options.
