PDXStrength News

For the cold and rainy months we are offering a seasonal strength/balance/power/mobility class specifically for skateboarders and snowboarders. The focus of the class is to  increase the longevity you have on your board, rehab from injuries,  improve your strength and stamina and help prevent injuries. This class is  lowkey, fun and educational so that you can take care of your body and skate forever ????.

You won’t be surrounded by jocks and it will be open to any level. Don’t worry if you feel like you aren’t in shape to workout, it will be approachable no matter what your background is.

Our intentions are to share knowledge about strength and conditioning with the skateboarding community and provide classes that everyone can afford. We use a sliding scale to make strength and conditioning accessible  to more skateboarders, regardless of income.

9/7 Skyline Tavern Hike meet at PDXstrength at 4pm

9/8 New Sunday Open Gym hours, 8am-9:30 am and 10:30 am- noon

9/10 Our head coach Nigel returns

9/10 Morning and Evening 101 sessions begin

9/22 Sunday 10 am Community Fundraiser for Living Yoga

9/22 Sunday Yoga and Open gym canceled for fundraiser

9/23 Coach Christie returns

9/24 Tuesdays 9:30 am class will be bootcamp format

9/24 New Tuesday 3:30 pm GS&C

9/26 Thursdays 9:30 am class will be GS&C format

9/26 New Thursday 3:30 pm GS&C

9/29 New Sunday class 10:30 am Butt and Gut

Hey Strength Tribe and friends. We are back on our fundraiser charity circuit after taking a summer break. Come join us for a fun, low key workout for all levels. Any donation is accepted, or just attend to show your support! Class is on Sunday, September 22nd at 10 am. Invite any friends, family members, neighbors…

We are excited to be raising money for Living Yoga an incredible program that our Yoga instructor Jessica Velazquez and member Julie Ocken volunteer for. Living Yoga provides trauma-informed yoga classes in corrections and reentry, addiction and recovery, and community health; and by training community members and care providers to recognize and respond to symptoms of trauma.

Here is their Mission Statement:

Fostering healing and resilience through trauma-informed yoga.

We are excited to add a new class for all levels on Sundays at 5 pm. 

Heavy Lifting, Odd Object Carries, Sled Work, High Intensity Metabolic Conditioning. Functional 

Lets get back to the roots of functional fitness. Have fun learning how to use the power, strength and flexibility of your entire body and feel like a total beast while doing it. IF you want to channel your intrinsic primal self, this class was made for you. 

This class is an all levels class that will blend perfectly with our Group Strength and Conditioning classes to maximize overall strength, athleticism, cardio endurance, work capacity, and power output. You’ll have fun while becoming the healthiest and happiest version of yourself.

Summer is right around the corner and that means it’s time to get on the water for some fitness! This year we will offer SUP Fitness on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:45 pm and Saturdays at 11:30 am. We will also offer a monthly Yoga SUP class on the following Sundays at 11:30 am: June 30, July 21 and August 18.

Classes are 60 minutes, and will combine paddling with strength and conditioning activities. Just like our PDXstrength strength and conditioning classes, each class is unique, fun and challenging for all levels. Intervals, battle of the paddle, relays, circuits, and balance challenges are just some of the fun that you will experience all summer long. Price includes use of board, paddle, leash, whistle and life jacket. Classes are designed for all levels, both experienced paddle boarders and newbies can be accommodated.

 Key points and FAQ’s

Cost: $25 for 60 minute lesson and class. Includes: Paddle board, Life jacket, a short introduction to paddle boarding on land.

FAQ’s for SUP Fitness:
If I have never been on a SUP can I still attend the class?

YES! We will do an introduction to paddling before getting on your board allowing a short time to settle in on the water before class. Yoga will be set for all levels and modifications will be provided for both beginners and advanced paddlers.

What do I wear:
You can dress just like you would for a fitness or yoga class. Yoga pants, swimsuit/shorts, anything water wicking works well as you may get wet. Sunscreen, towel, water and water socks optional preference.

What if I can’t swim?
Life jackets will be provided for everyone’s use and will be required to at least have on the board. You are welcome to wear them during class and this will not take away from your experience.

Am I going to fall in?
The answer is probably not. However, when you are trying some of the more advanced techniques which will be optional, you may run a higher risk of getting wet…..FUN.

Can I bring my own board?
YES! Don’t forget your lifejacket, all must have a life jacket on or with them on board

Make sure to reserve and pay online prior to class with your Mindbody account: Here is the link to sign up: Stand UP Paddle Board Fitness Classes