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Northside began as a means to continue training for the sport of Strongman. It started in a one car garage with a single squat rack. On the weekends, I recruited two training partners and hauled the strongman gear to the local high school. We used what we had and started to develop a following.

Suddenly, my garage was a hub for local interest and was one of the only strongman training spots in the state of Alaska. The gym grew piece by piece. We expanded to a two-car garage in 2014. Every Saturday, our driveway was overflowing with cars parked on the grass and in the road. People were genuinely interested in getting strong and supporting each other. This is when I knew we had to create the best strength training facility in Alaska. Now, six years later, Northside Athletics offers an extensive training space for all types of athletes. 

 
 
 

Our growth has been organic and based in friendships. Northside continues to be a warm community filled with like-minded people. We work together to reach our goals without judgement. Every member is at a different place in their journey but we all agree that the less discussed byproducts of training such as self-improvement, confidence, courage, and mental clarity are the true gifts of strength. 

Northside offers a full range of options to reach your goals. We have NSCA and NASM certified coaches to help you reach your goals or provide advice and feedback. Sign up for today personal training, group classes, or specialty courses like powerlifting, Foundations, and strongman.