I understand. I have been fortunate to find a gym I can afford that has a great atmosphere.
If I were in your shoes, I would get some other interested friends, get the (minimalist) gear together, and do the scaled programming via the
http://www.crossfitbrandx.com/index.php/forums/viewforum/16/ website. And I would ask questions, and get information, to make sure you are doing the lifts safely.
Birmingham Grotto, NSS 49720. "I reserve the right to be ridiculous." bono