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Small-Group Strength Classes in East Austin
Coached by certified strength coaches, capped at 12 people, built for adults new to lifting and athletes chasing more. Your first week is free.
- First week free
- NSCA/CSCS coaches
- Classes capped at 12
- All levels welcome
Capped at 12
Small classes, real coaching, every rep watched.
Small-group strength classes
What Every Class Includes
No gimmicks. Just what Forge gives every member who walks through the door.
1 wkFree trial
First week free
Train with us for a full week at no cost — feel the coaching, the energy, the team, before you commit.
12Max size
Classes capped at 12
Every small-group session holds at most 12 people, so your coach sees your form on every lift.
CSCSCertified
Certified strength coaches
Every class is led by a coach holding NSCA or CSCS certification — real credentials, real coaching.
How it works
From Trial to Training
Four steps from your first call to your first PR.
Book your trial
Claim your first week free online or by phone — pick a class time that works for you.
Meet your coach
Arrive early for a quick rundown. Your coach checks your experience and sets your weights.
Train in the group
Join a capped class of 12, coached through every set, surrounded by people working as hard as you.
Keep building
Come back, get stronger, and move to personal training or open gym whenever you're ready.
Why Forge
Built for Real Lifting
East Austin's strength gym for people who want coaching that actually watches them lift.
NSCA/CSCS coaches
Every small-group class is coached by a strength coach certified by the NSCA or CSCS.
Capped at 12 people
Small classes mean your coach corrects your form and pushes your pace, every session.
Built for East Austin
A strength gym on East Cesar Chavez Street, for the neighborhood's lifters and athletes.
All levels welcome
Adults new to lifting and competitive athletes train side by side, scaled to their level.
Questions
Small-Group Classes, Answered
Everything you need to know before your first session.
What happens in a small-group strength class?
You train barbell lifts, accessory work, and conditioning in a group capped at 12, coached live by an NSCA or CSCS certified coach who adjusts weight and form for you.
I've never lifted before. Will I keep up?
Yes. Classes welcome adults new to lifting and experienced athletes alike. Your coach scales the weight and movement to where you are.
How much does it cost?
Unlimited classes run $179 a month. Your first week is free, so you can try before you join.
What are your hours?
Monday to Friday 5am–9pm, Saturday and Sunday 7am–2pm, at our East Cesar Chavez Street location.
How do I claim the free week?
Book a free trial through our contact page or call (512) 555-0174 and we'll get you into your first class.
Can I switch between classes, personal training, and open gym?
Yes. Many members mix small-group classes with open gym access or move into personal training as they progress.
Keep going
More Ways to Train
Build strength beyond the small-group floor.
Beginner On-Ramp
Learn the lifts and gym etiquette before joining the full class schedule.
See all classesReady to train?
Your First Rep Starts Here
Two ways in. Pick the one that fits.
Been lifting?
Jump Into a Class
Already comfortable under a bar? Book your free trial week and join a capped class today.
New here?
Start With the Basics
No lifting experience needed. Our coaches walk you through every movement before your first class.