Build functional strength in a relaxed and supportive environment.
You know that resistance training is essential for maintaining your overall well-being, but you need support to show up consistently and make the most of your time in the gym.
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I'm here to guide you with thoughtful, progressive strength programming and a warm and welcoming space to learn and grow.
Apply now to learn about current openings.
"As someone who has tried periodically throughout life to be consistent with my fitness activities but never finding a groove, I have been so happy to find Gentle Strength. Having the set schedule for several weeks, a group I appreciate being around, and an instructor who is kind and welcoming has been amazing. I truly feel happy after every class. I also feel healthier and more motivated each week as a parent and a person. I really look forward to continuing this momentum!"
~Dana
Join us in getting stronger together!
Small group training combines the personalized feedback and attention of personal training, with the added benefit of having fun and building connections with a stellar group of humans.
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The details
Who
In-person small group program participants are:
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Interested in building strength with expert guidance in a gym setting.
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Absolute beginners or more intermediate lifters looking to refine their form and technique.
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Committed to building a consistent, twice-a-week strength training routine.
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Individuals with special conditions such as arthritis, osteopenia, or past injuries who want real-time feedback and modifications to movements.
Where
The F.I.T. Lab is a small, independent, Black-owned gym located inside The Mali Center, 576 Front Ave, St Paul, MN 55117​​
When
You will meet with your small group twice a week.
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Choose from seven small group times:
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 am, 8:30 am, 9:30 am, 12:00 pm.
Mondays and Fridays at 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm, or 4:30 pm.​
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While you should generally be able to attend a consistent group time, you can join other groups to accommodate changes in your schedule if there is space available.
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Each session lasts 50 minutes.
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Click here to view a calendar of training times and dates.
What
During our time together, we will move through warm-up and mobility drills, strength-focused primary lifts, circuits including balance and core strengthening, and cool-down stretches. We will use a variety of implements including dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells, cable machines, resistance bands, and body weight.
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Sample class structure:
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Dynamic warm-up with muscle activation and mobility (10min)
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Strength and Power Circuits (25 min)
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Lower body: squat or deadlift variations
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Upper body: push/press and row/pull variations
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Core/Balance: Single leg movements, core strength and stability
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Power: Explosive movements such as throws and plyometrics provide impact to increase bone density and reactive power to prevent falls.
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Accessory Circuits (10 min)
- We finish with a faster circuit with a specific focus, such as core, glutes, or cardio conditioning.​
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Cool down/stretch (5 min)
Price
$175 per month.
Three-month initial commitment, then cancel at any time with 30 days' notice.
Enrollment is capped at 9 people per small group.
Apply now to learn about current openings!
"With any fitness program, I was worried that my hopes for strength and fitness would collide with societal pressures of weightloss and body image. I was so grateful to find this class where strength and moving our bodies with power and correct positioning is the only thing we talk about. The group of women in the class are positive and we all support each other where we are in our strength journey."
~ Marika
"I feel stronger than I have in years - carrying groceries, carrying my kiddos down the stairs. I am completing my second series training with Anne and I am signing up for the next session!"
~ Ashley
Meet your coach
Hi, I'm Anne (She/Her). I've spent most of my career researching education and public health initiatives, but I was ready to get away from data and spreadsheets and have an impact on people in real life.
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I believe that strength training is one of the best things you can do for your overall well-being and quality of life. AND lifting weights can be really fun, especially in a community of kind and supportive people.
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I became a NASM-certified personal trainer and founded Gentle Strength because I want strength training to be more accessible to everyone, regardless of age, body size, past experience, or gender identity.