Classes

Group Strength and Conditioning

Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesday and Fridays ( morning and evening) Group Strength and Conditioning classes are the core program at PDXstrength.  GS&C classes build effective form and techniques for functional movement. Participation in these classes develops endurance, flexibility, stamina, strength,speed,coordination, power, accuracy, balance, and agility. As athletes advance, they will be challenged to progress toward gymnastic, weightlifting, and functional movements that require more specialized skills. We use everything from kettle bells, barbells, tires, sleds, slam balls, medicine balls, dumbbells, body weight exercises, rings, ropes and outdoor obstacles when weather permits.

Bootcamps

Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings (zoom options) These are great classes for those new to PDXstrength. Think of Bootcamp, as adult recess! You will be smiling and laughing from all the fun you have sweating with our amazing coaches! Bootcamps are offered for athletes that may shy away from technical barbell and high skilled gymnastics work. Bootcamps are for athletes that crave a  workout that they can feel comfortable and work safely at a moderate pace! We put emphasis on mastering the squat, lunge, push, press, pull and lots of creative body weight exercise, while giving your that sweaty workout you crave. While these classes move at a quick pace, they’re highly scaleable and appropriate for  all levels. Beginners will learn how to safely train with proper form and technique, while advanced athletes can use this class as a lighter workout. We use everything from kettle bells, barbells, tires, sleds, slam balls, medicine balls, dumbbells, body weight exercises, rings, ropes and outdoor obstacles when weather permits.

Open Gym

Have a specific workout in mind that you’re just DYING to try? Open Gym is your chance to do that. Lab hour is a time set aside for you to develop skills or get in a little extra strength work. This is not a structured class, but an instructor or volunteer will be available for input , ideas and any questions you may have. Lab Hours are for members of PDXstrength and nonmembers are welcome too, please sign up online so that an instructor will be available to keep the space open for you. Our Open Gym schedule is always evolving so please check the schedule weekly. 

Kettlebell Club

Monday and Wednesdays at noon  ( zoom options available) If you’re looking for a fun workout that incorporates strength training, conditioning, and aerobic endurance all in one, take a Kettlebell Club class. Our Kettlebell Club class consists of a full body warm-up, and progresses into teaching the foundation kettlebell lifts (swing, squat, clean, snatch, deadlift, press, various weighted carries and the Turkish Get Up) along with bodyweight movements such as pushups, planks, and pull-ups. Proficiency in these foundation lifts will ensure your success in increasing your strength and improving overall work capacity. Classes also include a conditioning segment guaranteed to get your heart rate up while building a solid foundation in form and technique. Almost any level can take this class, The intensity of the class can be modified by using different sizes of kettlebells and scaling according to fitness level. For this reason most beginners and those with experience can participate in the same class.

Yoga

Sunday mornings A Vinyasa style Flow emphasizing the connection between the breath, centeredness & flowing movement. Flows are designed to Increase body awareness, balance, strength and flexibility. Perfect for all levels, and athletes looking for a meditative practice to recover and decrease stress.

HIIT Cardio Party

Thursday evenings HIIT stands for ”High Intensity Interval Training". Every second in this class is  upbeat, fun and super charged! Burn through explosive cardio and bodyweight drills and rise to the high intensity challenge! Incinerates your goals in 30 min flat! This class is for all levels. If you shy away from high impact movements, we have no problem modifying these workouts for you.

Stand Up Paddle Board Fitness

Seasonal on Saturdays and occasional pop ups   PDXstrength is proud to offer seasonal SUP fitness classes. Stand Up Paddle Boarding is low impact, a great workout, and gets you on the water enjoying nature. SUP classes are not included in our PDXstrength gym membership.

Swōle

Sunday evenings Our Signature "Strong Man/Woman/Person" Class can be described with the following: Heavy Lifting, Odd Object Carries, Sled Work, High Intensity Metabolic Conditioning. Lets get back to the roots of functional fitness. This is not a traditional strength training class like our Strength Tribe class. Have fun learning how to use the power, strength and flexibility of your entire body and feel like a total beast while doing it.  

Butt and Gut

Thursday evenings Ready to build a strong, powerful, shapely butt and fantastic, functional abs?  We make sure to hit the glutes from all directions, so you get the most out of your training and get the best results.  We also mix in creative, fun and functional movement that strengthen your core.   It's time to fire up those buns and shred those abs in our one hour Butt and Gut Class! This class is for all levels.

Skateboard & Snowboard Conditioning

mo·bil·i·ty

mo·bil·i·ty the ability to move or be moved freely and easily. This is a pop up class. A guided recovery practice through self-myofascial release, soft tissue repair, corrective exercises, and core activation. Use foam rollers, mobility balls, and other tools to open the body’s range of motion. mo·bil·i·ty class is a key strategy to staying injury free and progressing into higher levels of flexibility and mobility. This class is for all levels

Strength Tribe

Tuesdays and Thursdays ( mornings and evenings) Strength Tribe is our signature weight training class at PDXstrength.  Learn how to strength train safely and effectively,  and see your strength soar. You will be using a wide array of equipment from barbells, dumbbells, kettle bells, bodyweight, sleds, etc. No cardio in this class hahaha!

Mad Skillz

Wednesdays at 4 pm Try out this fun bodyweight skill and strength class, aimed at developing gymnastics movements and progressions to improve your fitness game. Movements will vary each class but are likely to include a combination of pull-ups, toes to bar, handstands, push up variations, rope climbs, low key tumbling, ring work, muscle ups etc. All levels welcome, no experience necessary.

Turn it UP Cycle

It's time to ride! This is an indoor cycle class that uses Airdyne bikes. Use your upper and lower body in this fun, upbeat class for all levels. This is a pop up class.