This Week’s Strength & Skill Programming at CrossFit Coorparoo

At CrossFit Coorparoo, every class is built on a deliberate plan — not random workouts thrown together on the day. Below is a look inside this week’s strength, skill and accessory programming, the foundation that sits beneath our daily classes here in Brisbane’s inner south-east.

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or thinking about your very first session, this gives you a clear picture of how we train: progressive barbell work, gymnastics skill development, and the targeted accessory work that keeps our members strong, mobile and injury-resilient for the long haul.

How Our CrossFit Programming Works

Each training day at CrossFit Coorparoo has a clear focus — overhead strength, leg stamina, gymnastics, weightlifting, sprint work, team endurance or midline. We pair a primary strength or skill piece with accessory work that reinforces the movement patterns we just trained.

This structure is what makes CrossFit so effective for everyday people, not just elite athletes. Every movement scales. A back squat, a handstand walk or a push jerk can be loaded and adjusted to suit a complete beginner or a competitor — coached in real time by our team. The result is balanced, well-rounded fitness that carries over into real life.

This Week’s Training at a Glance

DayFocusStrength / Skillmtcon
MonOverhead / GripPush Press + Push Jerk — Every 2:00 x 5 sets: 2 Push Press + 3 Push Jerks3 sets: 12/12 Side-Lying DB External Rotations · 8 Weighted Maltese Raises (2–3 sec controlled eccentric) · :30 Ring Plank
TueLeg StaminaBack Squat — Every 3:00 x 4 sets: 10-8-6-6 ascending load4 sets: 50ft/50ft Crossover Lateral Sled Drag · :30/:30 Single-Leg Foot-Elevated Glute Bridge Hold · :30/:30 Side Plank
WedGymnastics / GripHandstand Walk — Every 1:30 x 6 sets: 25–50ft4 sets: 10/10 Standing Landmine Rotation · :15 GHD Supine Hold · 15/15 Banded Terminal Knee Extensions
ThuWeightliftingPower Clean — 10:00 EMOM: 1 Power Clean · Sumo Deadlift — Every 3:00 x 4 sets: 5 reps4 sets: 8–10 Glute Ham Raises · :30 Weighted Sorensen Hold
FriSprint CoupletFront Squat — 10:00 EMOM: 3 Front Squats3 sets: 12 Barbell/DB Wrist Curls (slow, controlled) · 100ft/100ft Suitcase Carry · 10 Reverse Nordics
SatTeam / Endurance3 sets: 12 Banded Hip Thrusts · 10/10 Single-Leg KB Crossbody RDL · :30 Dead Hang
SunMidline / CoreCore-focused finisher

A Closer Look at the Week

Monday – Overhead & Grip. We open the week building overhead strength and stability through the push press and push jerk, then bulletproof the shoulders with external rotation and ring plank work — a smart way to keep pressing safely week after week.

Tuesday – Leg Stamina. An ascending back squat develops raw leg strength, while the sled drags, glute bridges and side planks build the hip and single-leg stability that protects your knees and lower back.

Wednesday – Gymnastics & Grip. Handstand walks are one of the most rewarding skills in CrossFit. We progress them in short sets, then support the work with anti-rotation core and knee-stability accessories.

Thursday – Weightlifting. A dedicated Olympic lifting day. The power clean EMOM sharpens technique under control, the sumo deadlift adds posterior-chain strength, and the glute-ham and Sorensen holds finish the job.

Friday – Sprint & Squat. Heavy front squats paired with crisp accessory work — wrist strength, loaded carries and reverse Nordics — to round out the week feeling strong.

Saturday – Team Endurance. Our community favourite. Partner-based work that brings the whole gym together, plus posterior-chain accessory work to keep you balanced.

Sunday – Midline & Core. A focused core day to tie everything together and set you up for the week ahead.

Train With Us in Coorparoo

CrossFit Coorparoo is a community gym in Brisbane’s inner south-east, welcoming members from Coorparoo, Greenslopes, Camp Hill, Holland Park, Norman Park, Carina and surrounding suburbs. Our coaches scale every session to your level, so you’re never thrown in the deep end.

If you’ve been searching for CrossFit near you in Brisbane, this is your invitation to come and see what structured, coached training feels like.

👉 Book your free intro session today and we’ll walk you through everything — no experience required.

📍 1/44 Harries Road, Coorparoo, Brisbane

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CrossFit good for beginners? Absolutely. Every workout at CrossFit Coorparoo is scalable, and our coaches adjust the loading, range of motion and movements to suit your current fitness and experience. Most members start with little to no background in weightlifting or gymnastics.

Do I need to be fit before I start? No. You get fit by training — you don’t need to be fit to begin. We meet you where you are and build from there with a proper on-ramp.

Where is CrossFit Coorparoo located? We’re at 1/44 Harries Road, Coorparoo, in Brisbane’s inner south-east — easily accessible from Greenslopes, Camp Hill, Holland Park, Norman Park and Carina.

What should I expect in a class? A coached warm-up, a strength or skill focus, a conditioning workout and accessory work — all in a supportive, community-driven environment. Every class is led by a qualified coach.

Can the workouts be scaled? Yes — that’s the heart of CrossFit. Every movement, load and time domain can be adjusted so everyone in the room gets an effective workout, from first-timers to experienced athletes.

CrossFit Coorparoo Weekly Programming

If you’ve ever wondered what a week of training actually looks like inside a CrossFit affiliate, this is your inside look. Every week at CrossFit Coorparoo we program with intent — balancing strength, conditioning, midline work and recovery so our members build real, lasting fitness without burning out.

This week’s sessions run the full spectrum, from heavy front squats and sumo deadlifts to a fun partner conditioning piece on Saturday. Whether you’re a seasoned member or someone in Coorparoo, Camp Hill, Greenslopes, Norman Park or Carina thinking about giving CrossFit a crack, here’s exactly what we’re working through.

Coaches scale every movement to your ability, so don’t let the workout names scare you off. Let’s break down the week.

Monday — Leg Stamina

We open the week building lower-body strength and grit.

Strength: Front Squat Every 2:30 x 5 Sets

  • Sets 1–3: 5 Reps
  • Set 4: 4 Reps
  • Set 5: Max Reps

The front squat is one of the best lifts for building strong, resilient legs and a braced midline. That final max-rep set is where the mental toughness gets trained.

“Rhino” For Time: 27-21-15-9-9

  • Dual DB Front Rack Walking Lunges
  • Lateral Burpees Over Dumbbells

A descending-rep grind that hammers the legs and lungs in equal measure. Pace it smart and the back half feels a lot friendlier.

Tuesday — Upper Body Density

A heavier pulling day paired with high-skill gymnastics.

Strength: Sumo Deadlift Every 2:00 x 5 Sets

  • Sets 1–2: 5 Reps
  • Sets 3–4: 4 Reps
  • Set 5: 3 Reps

The sumo stance lets you load the posterior chain while keeping the bar path efficient — great for building raw pulling strength.

“Hammerhead” 13:00 AMRAP

  • 16 Alt. DB Snatch
  • 12 Box Jump Overs
  • 8-10-12-14-16… Handstand Push-Ups

The ascending handstand push-ups make every round tougher than the last. Scaled options keep this one accessible no matter your gymnastics level.

Wednesday — Midline & Grip

No barbell today — just engine, grip and core endurance.

“Scorpion” Every 2:00 x 12 Sets, Alternating Stations (4 each)

  • Station 1: Cal Bike + 18 Pull-Ups
  • Station 2: 18 GHD Sit-Ups + 200m Run
  • Station 3: 200ft Farmers Carry

A true grip and midline test. The alternating stations keep you moving while letting different muscle groups recover — a smart way to accumulate volume.

Thursday — Barbell Cycling

The most technical day of the week, and one of the most rewarding.

Weightlifting: Squat Clean and Jerk Every 2:30 x 4 Sets

  • 3 x (1 Squat Clean + 1 Jerk)

Dedicated time under the bar to refine technique and build confidence with the Olympic lifts.

“Shocker” For Time: 7 Rounds

  • 7 Power Cleans
  • 7 Thrusters
  • 7 Push Jerks

Seven rounds of seven, all on the barbell. Choose a load you can cycle and this becomes a beautiful grind.

Friday — Aerobic Engine

Upper-body strength followed by a fast, fun conditioning piece to close out the working week.

Strength: Bench Press + Bent Over Row 10:00 EMOM

  • Min 1: 8 Bench Press
  • Min 2: 8 Bent Over Barbell Row

A balanced push-pull pairing that builds upper-body strength while keeping your shoulders healthy.

“Mysterio” 12:00 AMRAP

  • 2 Wall Walks
  • 8 American KB Swings
  • 12/9 Cal Row

Short, sharp and repeatable — the perfect Friday finisher.

Saturday — Partner Conditioning

Saturdays are about community. Grab a mate and share the load.

“Partner White” For Time: 5 Rounds

  • 3 Rope Climbs (Combined)
  • 10 Toes to Bar (Each)
  • 21 Plate OH Lunges (Combined)
  • 400m Run Together w/Plate

Partner WODs are where the CrossFit Coorparoo community really shines. You’ll push harder for your partner than you ever would alone — and have a laugh doing it.

Sunday — Push Interference

We finish the week with a steady, push-focused engine session.

“Hobgoblin” Every 3:00 x 6 Sets

  • 15/10 Push-Ups
  • 15 Wall Balls
  • 50 Double Unders

Repeatable intervals that build pressing endurance and rhythm. A great way to round out the week before resetting on Monday.

Train With Us in Coorparoo

Every session above is fully scalable — our coaches adjust the weights, reps and movements to match your experience and goals, so you’ll always get a workout that challenges you at the right level.

We’re proud to be the local box for Coorparoo and the surrounding Brisbane suburbs — Camp Hill, Greenslopes, Holland Park, Norman Park, Carina, Stones Corner and beyond. With nearly two decades of coaching experience and a genuinely welcoming community, CrossFit Coorparoo is where Brisbane locals come to get fitter, stronger and more connected.

New to CrossFit? Your first session is on us. Book your free trial today and come see what training with us is really like.

Programming is subject to coach adjustment on the day. Always warm up properly and listen to your body.