I already knew C23 before I ever stepped inside. From that exact same famous picture above. Coaches, friends of mine who had visited, tried it, and posted this legendary picture. Those muscular, sweaty athletic figures in after Saturday’s workouts. Elite athletes, coaches, and the community, all doing the same WOD. It looked intense. It looked challenging. It looked… WOW. I had to go there and see it for myself.
And let me tell you…It’s another level.
The Mallorquín style
C23 is located in Palma, about 3km from the city center. Not the easiest place to reach by public transport — possible, yes. Convenient? Not really. And maybe that’s part of the magic.
It’s a giant warehouse in the middle of an industrial zone. Raw. Massive. No fancy boutique vibes. Just steel, bars, chalk and serious intent.
And when I say COMPLETE, I mean complete.
Not just one GHD in the corner. Not just a couple of bumpers. I’m talking sleds lined up, competition bumper plates stacked and color-coded, bars everywhere, pads, machines, strongman toys and a lot of space to lift properly. Not one. Not two. In abundance — it was built for performance.
The WODs are not cute. They’re not designed to make you feel comfortable. They are challenging — every single day. They push your body, your skills, your ego. Some days you walk in confident and walk out humbled. Other days you surprise yourself.
This is the place to develop your skills. To test your limits. To fail a rep and try again. To get uncomfortable. To get the sh*t done.
The Vibe & The Community
C23 is the kind of place where elite athletes don’t just drop in — they move to the island to train there. Literally. And the crazy part? You’re doing your regular class while next to you someone is recording a heavy complex or loading serious weight on the bar like it’s just another Tuesday. They’re there every single day. From everywhere in the world. All ages. Just showing up and doing the work.
The walls are covered with titles and prizes from athletes representing C23 worldwide — constant reminders that this place produces results. It’s impossible not to feel pulled up by that energy.
Mallorca is paradise. Mountains. Beaches. Sun. And C23 is the cherry on the cake, many tourists come for holidays and decide to drop in, some come to Mallorca specifically to train there and many return every year.
And then there’s the community. International, yes. But also incredibly local and high level. I´ve honestly never seen a city generate that many quality athletes. Or maybe… was it the other way around? Maybe C23 built them.
Bar muscle-ups, Handstand walk, Heavy complex after class? Casual.
And still — super friendly place.
Coaches are motivating, funny, that Spanish spicy style, playful and pushing you but laughing with you.
The engagement goes beyond the workout itself. Every night at 10pm when booking opens for the next day, you see everyone jumping online to secure their spot. The discipline starts the night before.
C23 is growing — they’ve already opened a new location in Santa Ponça — and I have the feeling this is just the beginning.
Saturday’s Mash – The Moment
Every Saturday at 12, the whole community comes together for a long, brutal workout — programmed by The Progrm.
Big names.
Mature athletes.
Coaches.
Even Eli, the owner, joins.
Of course it’s scalable for humans 😂
But it’s hard.
You sweat.
You suffer.
You look around.
And you get inspired.
Unforgettable.
My Honest Advice for Your CrossFit Resume
If you care about evolving…
If you want to experience a real elite training environment…
If you want to feel what a committed community looks like… C23 is a must.
If you need a reset in your life — move to Palma and train there.
If you’re on holidays in Mallorca — drop in.
If you want to experience a real elite workout environment — go.
Some places change you. C23 Is one of them.
📍Drop-In Info
Address: Polígono Industrial, Carrer Ca Na Melis, 21
Palma, Balearic Islands
Website: https://c23atletxs.es/clasesyhorarios/
Booking & Schedule: At the moment
Drop-in Price: €20
💬 Let’s Talk
Thinking about training at C23?
Planning a trip to Mallorca and want to know if it’s worth the drop-in?
DM me or leave your question in the comments — I’ll tell you everything you need to know.
Stronger, Healthier, Anywhere. 
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