Halifax, Nova Scotia
Strength,coached.
CrossFit, BLAST interval classes and BUILD group strength on King Street. Every workout is scaled to you, whether this is your first class or your five-hundredth.
Group classes
Three ways to train.
Not sure which fits? Start with a free class and your coach will point you the right way.
Barbell-freeBLAST Interval fitness
A 45-minute interval class that mixes power intervals, timed strength work and endurance intervals. You set your own intensity and the coach helps you choose movements and loads.
Best if you are new or unsure where to start.
Group strengthBUILD Strength
Group strength training built around squats, deadlifts, presses, Olympic lifting and accessory work, coached in a small, supportive class.
Best if you want to lift and build.
AffiliateCrossFit Ironstone
Constantly varied, high-intensity functional fitness from a registered CrossFit affiliate. Every workout is scaled to the person in front of the coach.
Best if you want to push yourself.
Your first visit
New is welcome.
Three steps, no pressure. You do not need to be fit to start. You need to show up.
Try a free class- 01
Pick your start
Limited experience or not sure? Start with BLAST or personal training. Want BUILD or CrossFit? Go straight to class, and your coach will scale it.
- 02
Book a class
Book a free trial class, or buy a membership. For private training, email or call and we will match you with a coach.
- 03
Show up 5 minutes early
Say hi to your coach and tell them if you are new. That is it.
The facility
Room to work.
Outfitted by Rogue Fitness, with separate sections so CrossFit classes, weightlifting and open gym can run at the same time. Showers and change rooms are separate from the floor, plus a mobility room away from the noise.
- 5,400sq ft
- of training space
- 48ft
- of Rogue rig
- 3zones
- so classes, lifting and open gym can run at once
- 12coaches
- from CF-L1 to CF-L3, plus RMT and athletic therapist
Beyond the group class
One-on-one, and recovery.
Private training
Personal
A dedicated coach for your goals, from getting in shape to sport-specific skill work.
Performance
Individual programming for weightlifting, running, CrossFit, or passing a police fitness test.
Team
General physical preparedness for sports teams: speed, power, durability and conditioning.
Corporate
Workplace wellness talks, team-building events and corporate memberships.
On site
Physio in the gym
Young Kempt Physiotherapy runs a satellite clinic inside Ironstone.
- Physiotherapy
- Athletic therapy
- Massage therapy
- Movement assessment
New members get a free 30-minute intake assessment. Email or call the front desk to book it.
Book onlineThe coaches
Coached by people who care.
National-level athletes, health professionals and career coaches, all approachable and passionate about helping you reach your goals.
- PH
Patrick Horsman
Chief Operations Officer & Head of Programming
CD, MSc, CCFT. CF-L3, CF Endurance, OKC Kettlebell, NCCP Weightlifting
- ST
Sean Turner
General Manager & Coach
CF-L2, CF Gymnastics
- ER
Eric Richard
CrossFit Head of Program, Coach & Athletic Therapist
BSc Kin, CAT(C). CF-L2. Practices through Young Kempt Physiotherapy
- CT
Cooper Tardivel
Full Time Coach & Personal Trainer
CF-L2, CF Gymnastics
- LM
Lisa McNeil
Coach & Social Media Manager
RMT. CF-L2, CF Olympic Lifting
- RC
Rebecca Campbell
Weightlifting Coach
BSc. CF-L1
- JG
Jacob Glover
Weightlifting Coach
NCCP L1 Certified Weightlifting
- BG
Bobby Gross
Part Time Coach & Community Events
ISSA Personal Trainer, CF-L1
- SP
Stephanie Peters
Coach
CF-L1
- EM
Emma Martin
Coach
CF-L1
- EB
Emily Beauchamp
Coach
CF-L1
- AM
Ali McIsaac
Part-time Coach
CF-L1. Advanced Care Paramedic
Come train
Your first class is on us.
Book a free trial class, bring water, and show up five minutes early. Tell your coach you are new and they will take care of the rest.