About

We are a family owned and operated CrossFit Affiliate in Lubbock, TX. We believe community based functional fitness can add to everyone’s quality of life, including yours. At Paladin you will find phenomenal community, an experienced group of coaches, and workouts catered to any and all levels of fitness. We hope to see you soon!

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Meet The Families Behind CrossFit Paladin

  • The Gorees

    Co-Owners

    Nick & Jessica are both originally from San Angelo, TX, but came to Texas Tech (wreck ‘em) for college & never left. They have been married since 2011 and have 2 boys - Graham and Brooks. Nick has been in law enforcement since 2011. Jessica teaches 4th grade at Lubbock-Cooper West Elementary. Nick started CrossFit in 2015, and it’s always been his dream to run a CrossFit gym. He’s excited to bring this dream to fruition at CrossFit Paladin!

  • The Mankins

    Co-Owners

    Jerod and Devynn Mankins have been married since June of 2011. Originally from Windthorst, Texas, Jerod came to college here in Lubbock in 2009 where he met Devynn. They have three daughters Rylynn, Emersynn, and Anistynn. Jerod is an officer with the Lubbock Police Department and Devynn works in real estate. Both love the city of Lubbock and are excited to continue to serve their community.

Meet the Coaches

  • Nick Goree

    CF-L2

  • Devynn Mankins

    CF-L1

  • Jerod Mankins

    CF-L2

  • Tony Arnold

    CF-L2 & CF Weightlifting

  • Whitney Pierce

    CF-L1

  • Fabian Franco

    CF-L1

  • Stephanie Mendoza

    CF-L1

  • Trevor Gentry

    CF-L1

  • Shelby Simpson

    CF-L1

We are proud to offer Mayhem Affiliate Programming

Facilities & Equipment

  • 6000 sq ft Facility

  • Separate Male and Female Restrooms with showers.

  • Restrooms are updated, clean, and with AC/Heat.

  • Closed in kids & toddler areas

  • 30 ft Rogue Rig

  • Olympic Barbells & Bumper Plates

  • Dumbbells & Kettlebells

  • Concept 2 Row-Ergs & Ski-Ergs

  • Rogue Echo Bikes

  • Plenty of Gymnastic Rings and Climbing Ropes

  • GHDs

  • Jerk Blocks

  • Peg Board

  • Wallballs, plyo-boxes, mobility equipment

  • Massive floor space to accommodate any type of workout

  • Heating for the workout space during winter months