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Telephone: (515) 650-7111

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Sisu Strength Academy

About Us

We're Sisu Strength Academy and we've been a gym here in Waukee, IA, since 2017. We are defined by the strength of will, determination, perseverance, and acting in the face of adversity. We are a training facility that’s focused on guiding you through a journey to not only meet your fitness goals, but to reach milestones you thought weren’t possible in life. We're looking forward to growing our business to continue to serve the greater Des Moines area. We'd like to personally invite you today to contact us for all your fitness needs!

Areas Served

Grimes, IA | Waukee, IA | Urbandale, IA | West Des Moines, IA | Clive, IA

Our Professional Associations

City View Award Winner
Fortitude & Freedom

Our Certifications

Kinesiology Degrees
Exercise Science and Engineering Degree
Certified Personal Trainers

What We Offer

Our Services include:

Strength Training
Strength and Conditioning
Small Group Training
Group Fitness
Team-Based Conditioning
Lifting Fundamentals
Technique Education
Progressive Strength Programs
Nutrition Coaching
Health Coaching
Yoga
Physical Therapy
Performance Therapy
Open Gym
24 Hour Access to Open Gym

Our Products include:

Apparel

Testimonials

On 6/25/2024 Keely McFarlin had this to say:
Never in a million years thought I would be in a class setting let alone stick with it as "gym-timidation" always got the best of me. Sisu is a straightforward, streamlined approach to help you achieve all of your goals (nutrition, workouts, etc.) in and outside of the gym. An uplifting community that holds you accountable and helps you unlock a new potential within yourself. Take it from me, someone who used to fear the gym to now, someone who can't imagine life without it, Sisu is THE place best place to be a member.

On 1/30/2024 Nicholas Hannan had this to say:
Great environment to workout

On 1/9/2024 Priya Advani had this to say:
I became a member of Sisu early 2023 from the recommendation of Jake Pawol, owner of Fortitude & Freedom. Nick, Jeff and new coach Lexi care about each person they have an opportunity to work with. My favorite part is they really take the time to get to know you and remember the small things about you and they are hilarious! They also take feedback well and it shows when they talk about their programming. The coaches are not shy to correct you on your form and educate you. The education and support will also come from the older members when the coaches are helping a new member. I will be leaving DSM in a few weeks and wish I could take this community and gym with me so do yourself a favor and join Sisu because you will be in great hands!!

On 11/12/2023 Elizabeth McCannon had this to say:
Are you in need of a change & new challenge? I strongly recommend trying SISU! I’d had my eye on this gym for a while, and I finally took the leap about a month ago. I can’t say enough good things about my experience so far! First off - if you’re anything like me (aka - a little socially awkward), it can be very intimidating to walk into a new gym all alone. But the members at SISU are truly amazing. I had so many people ask my name & introduce themselves during that first week, and everyone has been so welcoming & encouraging. It’s truly unlike anything else I’ve experienced. The trainers hold the entire team accountable, the workouts are challenging, and you’ll find yourself pushing past your limits. A lot of the weightlifting exercises are new to me, but every time I’m feeling a little lost, Nick or Jeff are quickly by my side helping me with form/re-explaining the exercise. It’s like they have a 6th sense & always know who is struggling/needs some help. If they are busy, you can almost always count on another member to jump in to help. I feel re-energized & excited about going to the gym! If you’re in a funk or just need to get started, I strongly recommend you give SISU a try!

On 10/16/2023 Mckenzie Nielsen had this to say:
If you have been sitting on the fence about joining a gym THIS is your call to action. Whether you are trying to start lifting for the first time, wanting to increase your endurance as a long time athlete, or wanting to find a solid community of supportive teammates this is your gym! The coaches here know their stuff and are there to help you no matter your goals.

Contact Us

Sisu Strength Academy
1040 SE Frontier Ave STE 120 Waukee, IA 50263
Phone: (515) 650-7111
Email: nick@sisustrengthacademy.com

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Debit Cards, Cash, Personal Checks

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 5:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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