FounderMara Halden
Head coach
Former college rower, twelve years coaching. Specialises in strength for women over 35 and first-time lifters.
- Strength
- Powerlifting
- Nutrition
Personal training · Portland, OR
Strongereveryweek.
Coached strength training for busy adults. One-to-one or in groups of four, with a plan written for your body, your schedule and the goal you actually care about.
Next small-group class
Strength Base · 6:00 PM
3 of 4 spots taken · Coach Theo
The method
No guesswork. Just progress.
Every client follows the same four-step system Coach Mara built over twelve years on the gym floor. It is simple, it is measurable and it works whether you are 25 or 65.
01
Assess
A 30-minute movement screen, strength baseline and honest conversation about your week, your sleep and your history.
02
Plan
A written 12-week block with three sessions a week, built around the lifts and movements that suit you.
03
Train
Coached sessions where every rep is watched and every weight is logged in your app, so nothing is random.
04
Review
Every four weeks we re-test, compare numbers and adjust the plan. Nutrition check-ins are included.
1200Clients coached
12Years experience
4Max per group
91% still training at 6 months
Programs and pricing
Pick how you want to train.
Every plan starts with a free 30-minute intro. No joining fee, no annual contract, pause anytime for travel or injury.
Your coach, your hourPersonal training
Private sessions in our studio, fully built around you. Ideal if you are new to lifting, coming back from an injury or chasing a specific number.
Single session60 minutes, pay as you go
$95per session
10-session pack Save $100Valid for 4 months
$850$85 per session
Kickstart 6 weeks12 sessions plus nutrition plan
$990one-off
- Written 12-week program
- Monthly re-tests
- Training app and log
- Message your coach
Max four peopleSmall-group strength
The energy of a class with the attention of a personal trainer. Four people, one coach, individual programs on a shared timetable.
2 sessions a week8 sessions per month
$240per month
3 sessions a week Most popular12 sessions per month
$320per month
UnlimitedAny class on the timetable
$380per month
- Personal program on a group schedule
- Book and swap in the app
- Quarterly 1:1 review
- Bring a friend free monthly
Train anywhereOnline coaching
Your program delivered to your phone, with video form checks and weekly feedback. For home gyms, hotel gyms and anyone outside Portland.
Program onlyMonthly program and app access
$59per month
Coached onlineWeekly check-in and form reviews
$159per month
HybridOnline plus 2 studio sessions monthly
$299per month
- Video demos of every exercise
- Form checks within 24h
- Habit and nutrition tracking
- Monthly video call
Small-group timetable
Find your slot.
Sessions run 55 minutes. Members book up to two weeks ahead in the app. Studio open Monday to Friday 6 am to 8:30 pm, Saturday 8 am to 1 pm.
| Time | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Strength BaseMara · 1 left | ConditioningTheo · full | Strength BaseMara · 2 left | ConditioningTheo · 1 left | Strength BaseMara · 3 left | |
| 9:30 AM | Mobility and CorePriya · 2 left | Mums StrongPriya · 1 left | Mobility and CorePriya · 4 left | Saturday LiftMara · 2 left | ||
| 12:15 PM | Lunch Express 40Theo · 3 left | Lunch Express 40Theo · 2 left | Lunch Express 40Theo · 3 left | Hyrox PrepTheo · 1 left | ||
| 6:00 PM | Strength BaseTheo · full | Hyrox PrepTheo · 2 left | Strength BaseMara · full | Strength BaseTheo · 1 left | Friday PumpPriya · 3 left |
Spots availableFull, join waitlist in app
The rep that counts is the one you almost skipped.Mara Halden, head coach
Inside the studio
Real work, real numbers.
2,400 square feet on the Central Eastside: six racks, a turf lane, sleds, rowers and air bikes. Never crowded, because we cap every hour.
The coaches
Three coaches. Zero ego.
Certified, insured and still learning. Every coach holds a strength and conditioning qualification and current first aid.
Founder
Theo Banks
Conditioning coach
Hyrox competitor and ex-firefighter. Runs our conditioning classes and lunch express sessions.
- Hyrox
- Conditioning
- Fat loss
Priya Raman
Mobility and rehab
Physical therapy assistant turned coach. Leads pre and post natal training and return-from-injury plans.
- Mobility
- Pre and post natal
- Rehab
Client results
4.9 from 212 reviews.
We track every client's numbers, so these are not just nice words. Here is what changed for three of them.
+80 kgDeadlift in 10 months
"I walked in unable to lift my suitcase without my back complaining. Mara rebuilt me from the floor up. I am stronger at 44 than I was at 24."
Dan K.1:1 Coaching
3x / weekFor 2 years straight
"The 6 AM group is the reason I never skip. Four of us, same faces, and Theo remembers every number. It feels like a team, not a gym."
Leah M.Small group
-14 kgIn 6 months, online
"I travel three weeks a month. The online plan fits any hotel gym, and Priya's form checks come back the same day. Best money I spend."
Marcus T.Online coaching
FAQ
Ask us anything.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp and a coach will answer, usually within the hour.
I have never lifted weights. Is this for me?
Absolutely. Most of our clients started as complete beginners. Your first weeks focus on technique with light loads, and nothing progresses until it is safe.
What happens in the free intro session?
Thirty minutes with a coach: a chat about your goals and history, a simple movement screen and a short taster workout. No pressure to sign up.
Do I need a contract?
No. Memberships are month to month with 14 days notice. Packs are valid for four months and you can pause for travel, illness or injury.
Can you help with nutrition?
Yes. Every plan includes habit-based nutrition check-ins. Mara is a certified nutrition coach and builds simple meal frameworks, not strict diets.
I have a back or knee injury. Can I still train?
In most cases, yes. Priya works alongside local physical therapists and will adapt every exercise. We may ask for clearance from your doctor first.
Free intro session
Your first session is on us.
Pick a goal and a time that suits you. We confirm by email within a few hours, Monday to Saturday.
Studio
1120 SE Water Ave, Unit 4
Portland, OR 97214
Free parking behind the building. Bike racks inside.
Hours
- Mon – Fri6:00 – 20:30
- Saturday8:00 – 13:00
- SundayClosed