The Verdict on Polaris Strength & Conditioning
Good for adults who want coached CrossFit or strength classes in Ballard, especially those over 40 as the gym markets itself. Before going, know that the official schedule lists no HYROX classes and the city research notes say the gym has no central air conditioning.
Best for: Adults over 40 returning to training, Beginners, CrossFit class drop-ins
Equipment & Climate
City research notes (third-party) say the gym has no central air conditioning. The official pages do not describe the floor, rigs, or platforms.
Schedule & Drop-In Rules
Weekday CrossFit classes run from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with Resilience, Strength Training, Weightlifting, and On-Ramp classes at set times. Saturday has classes from 8:00 to 11:00 AM and Sunday from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Gym hours are Monday to Thursday 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM, Friday 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, Saturday 8:00 to 11:00 AM, and Sunday 9:00 to 11:00 AM. No experience required, according to the gym site. Every session is coached.
Pricing Notes
No drop-in price is published by the gym. The official site offers a free intro session, and its FAQ and pricing page are not shown in the sources. A Google AI Overview (third-party) reports group strength from $219 per month, small group from $289 per month, and individualized design at $399 per month including 24/7 access. The same overview says drop-in rates are not published and gives a generic Seattle figure of about $35, which is not specific to this gym. City research notes (third-party) report single-class drop-ins at $25.
Coaching
Every session is coached. The gym site says groups hold up to 8, while its schedule page says groups of 4 to 6 and a Ballard page says classes are capped at 15. Languages are not stated.
Good to Know
- Free intro session
- Offered to new visitors with no commitment, booked through an online form.[4]
- Free parking
- Free parking in the gym's own lot.[2]
- Class size cap
- Classes are capped at 15 people.[6]
- Phone
- (206) 693-2570[2]
- Google rating
- 4.9 from 93 reviews on Google, as shown on the gym site.[2]
Visitor Guide
Who it suits
Polaris Strength & Conditioning sits at 4550 9th Ave NW in Ballard. The gym's own site leads with coached strength training for adults over 40 and says no experience is needed. Its schedule also lists CrossFit classes on most weekdays.
Schedule
Weekday CrossFit classes start at 6:00 AM and run until 6:30 PM. Saturday and Sunday sessions are in the morning only, from 8:00 to 11:00 AM on Saturday and 9:00 to 11:00 AM on Sunday. Check the weekly grid before you travel, since class times differ by day.
Price and booking
The gym does not publish a drop-in price. A free intro session is offered and is booked through the online form on the website. City research notes report a $25 single class, but that figure does not come from the gym itself.
Conditions
City research notes say the gym has no central air conditioning, so expect a warm room in summer. Parking is free in the gym's lot. Classes are small and coached, with a cap of 15 people.
Verified Sources
7 sources checked on 2026-11-11. Prices come from the gym's own pages.
Verified Sources
7 sources checked on 2026-11-11. Prices come from the gym's own pages.
- 1.CrossFit affiliate registryCrossFit registry
crossfit.com
- 2.Strength Gym in Ballard | Polaris Strength & ConditioningOfficial site
polarisstrength.com
- 3.Class Schedule | Polaris Strength & ConditioningPricing page
polarisstrength.com
- 4.Book a Free Intro | Polaris Strength & ConditioningPricing page
polarisstrength.com
- 5.Bring a Friend FridayOfficial site
polarisstrength.com
- 6.Gym in Ballard, SeattleOfficial site
polarisstrength.com
- 7.Google AI OverviewGoogle Maps
google.com
