Sand & Steel Fitness
Personal Training & CrossFit Gym in Alexandria VA
Experience Alexandria’s cleanest, air-conditioned CrossFit gym with certified personal trainers, InBody body composition scans, and small group classes. Conveniently located 100ft from Van Dorn Metro and 1/4 mile from I-495, we serve Old Town, Del Ray, Springfield, and Arlington.
Small Classes … Big Results
12+
Years of Excellence. Established October, 2013.
10,000+
Members Trained
50+
Dawn and Paul Have over 50 Personal Training & CrossFit Certifications
144★
5-Star Reviews. Read them here.

1-on-1 Personal Training Tailored to You
At SSF, our personal trainers in Alexandria VA deliver customized fitness programs designed for your unique goals. Whether you’re seeking weight loss, strength training, or sports performance, our private personal training sessions provide:
- Personalized workout programs adapted to your fitness level
- Expert guidance from certified personal trainers with 25+ years combined experience
- Bonus Personal Training Mentorship sessions with Coach Paul
- Complimentary Rehab and Mobility sessions to help prehab weaknesses, improve flexibility, and promote proper recovery
- Complimentary Nutrition coaching sessions on meal planning and supplements
- Convenient scheduling: 7:15AM-10AM & 4:15PM-7:45PM weekdays, 8AM-12PM weekends
Experience the difference that dedicated 1-on-1 personal training makes in our Alexandria VA studio.
Personal Training Memberships
CrossFit Classes Alexandria
Our CrossFit Alexandria VA location offers dynamic group classes that challenge and inspire. From beginner CrossFit fundamentals to advanced CrossFit programming, SSF CrossFit has something for every athlete.
- Daily workouts with an average class size of 4-8 members
- Dedicated beginner OnRamp program for safe skill development
- Bonus CrossFit Training Mentorship sessions with Coach Paul
- Bonus Personal Training Session with Coach Paul
- Complimentary Nutrition coaching sessions on meal planning and supplements
- Complimentary Rehab and Mobility sessions to keep you moving strong
Experience CrossFit Alexandria’s most supportive community where beginners feel welcome and athletes thrive. Our scalable workouts and expert coaching help you build strength, conditioning, and lifelong friendships.
CrossFit ClassesMeet Our Expert Coaches
Dedicated professionals committed to your fitness journey
Paul Roberts
Owner & Certified CrossFit Trainer
With 15 years of coaching experience, Paul is a Certified CrossFit Trainer and strength & conditioning coach with extensive certifications in yoga and mobility. He regularly teaches Olympic lifting and Powerlifting, manages Challenger Class and OnRamp classes. He is also our rehab specialist with over 10 mobility certifications and is a certified run coach. In his career, Paul has trained more than 200 new personal trainers and well over 10,000 clients. He holds degrees in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and a Juris Doctorate from Rutgers Law School.
Key Certifications & Specializations
Dawn Anderson
Co-Owner & Operations Manager
As Co-Owner and Operations Manager, Dawn oversees the day-to-day management of the gym with a large focus on member experience, safety and continuity. She is dedicated to making sure Sand and Steel is a place where members and coaches feel strong, confident, and empowered in their lives and their bodies. Dawn pulls from over 13 years of experience working with clients and over 20 certifications to help members become healthier and stronger.
Key Certifications & Specializations
SSF Personal Training and CrossFit Gym



Premium Amenities
A clean, air-conditioned facility with pro-level conveniences you won’t find at most gyms—optimized for Personal Training and CrossFit.
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Air-Conditioned Training
Train harder and recover faster in a climate-controlled space designed for performance.
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Showers & Fresh Towels
Modern, spotless facilities so you can head to work or home feeling refreshed.
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Easy Parking & Prime Location
Steps from Eisenhower Ave with quick access from Old Town, Springfield, and Arlington.
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Expert Coaches
Highly credentialed personal trainers and CrossFit coaches focused on safe, efficient progress.
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Clean, Professional Environment
High standards for cleanliness and equipment upkeep—because details matter.
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Clear, Honest Info
See offerings and current options on our full Amenities page, plus details on Personal Training and CrossFit.
Comprehensive Fitness Solutions in Alexandria
Discover our full range of specialized fitness programs designed to meet your unique goals and lifestyle.
Strength Training Alexandria
Build muscle, increase bone density, and boost metabolism with our structured strength training programs.
Functional Fitness Alexandria
Improve your daily movement patterns and quality of life with exercises that translate to real-world activities.
Small Group Training
Get personal training benefits at a fraction of the cost. Our average class size is 4-8 people for more personalized attention.
Weight Loss Personal Training
Achieve sustainable weight loss with customized nutrition plans and fat-burning workouts.
Nutrition Lab and Private Nutrition Coaching
Supercharge weight loss and fuel your body with our private nutrition coaching and group based nutrition classes.
Mobility & Recovery
We proudly offer Rehab Training and Mobility training to improve flexibility, prevent injury, and accelerate recovery.
Personal Training, Classes, Open Gym Schedule
Pick what fits your day: CrossFit classes, 1:1 personal training, or open gym.
CrossFit Classes
Coach-led. Strength + Metcon.
- Mon–Fri5:15a • 6:15a • 4:30p • 5:30p • 6:30p • 7:30p
- Saturday9:00a Partner WOD
- Sunday9:00a CrossFit OnRamp
Personal Training
By appointment. 45 min.
- Mon–Fri7:15a–10:00a and 4:15p–7:45p
- Saturday8:00a–12:00p
- Sunday8:00a–12:00p
Open Gym
Train on your time.
- Mon–Fri4:00a–10:00p
- Saturday4:00a–10:00p
- Sunday4:00a–10:00p
Conveniently Located Near You
Sand & Steel Fitness serves Alexandria, Old Town, Springfield, Arlington, Kingstowne, Del Ray, National Harbor, and surrounding communities with easy access from major highways and metro areas.
📍 5418 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304
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