Empowered Strength

A great blend of kettle bell, barbell, and body weight movements paired nicely with functional strength and mobility. Great coaches who are super approachable and passionate about the members success all while still working towards their own personal goals. Members of all ages and abilities welcome! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

John Odden and his team are amazing and will take you to a whole new level of fitness. My strength and flexibility have increased tremendously. Thank you for helping me feel empowered! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I have been consistently working out with the exceptional trainers and members at this gym for 2.5 years. It is one of my favorite communities of all I'm involved in. The culture here is fantastic. From a mobility/strength standpoint, the knowledge and programming are world class. John and Aaron are already supremely knowledgeable yet continue to learn and update constantly. I'm becoming very strong, stronger than I ever imagined I would be.I've gone from a "non-gym guy" to a person who will always be part of a fitness community. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

This is the best strength training joint in town. John and Aaron are unmatched in their ability to meet you at your level, and to help you get strong again! Aaron has been my trainer/coach for the last couple months, and he is encouraging, understanding, and skilled at building one's strength!! I have no previous experience in a gym setting, and he made me feel right at home in just the first week. I recommend Empowered Strength 100%!!! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I’ve been a member for 3 short months and am SO happy I joined. Aaron is very motivating and knowledgeable and I’m already experiencing a change in the quality of my life. Thanks guys

Reviewed on Google Maps

Two years in being a proud member at Empowered Strength! This gym, the people, the trainers, and the quality of information and heart keep me coming back. I also love the way I feel!

Reviewed on Facebook

Love this place! John and his team truly care about their clients and are eager to help them achieve their goals. At Empowered Strength you'll find great coaching, friendly clients and lots of laughs!

Reviewed on Facebook

John Odden and his team are amazing. They teach proper technique, and will take you to the next level of fitness. It has been a game changer for me. Thank you Empowered Strength!

Reviewed on Facebook

Such an awesome team to be a part of! I absolutely love the workouts and how much stronger my body feels. It has helped with my outdoor recreational activities such as snowboarding and Mt. Biking and it has helped tremendously with supporting my body at work. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

This gym is where I choose to work out 3 days a week. I’m a busy professional with a very active lifestyle but needed to build up some strength in my body to withstand my activities. The staff that John has put together is incredible! I started personal training with Denise who in a couple months was able to get me ready for the group training sessions. There isn’t a trainer in this gym who doesn’t know their craft and they all make sure I am doing things correctly with lighter weights as opposed to the knuckle head mentality of going all out. I use Nick as a chiropractor/back coach, Aaron for the 5:30 class Mon, Wed, Fri and John makes sure everything is being done at a pace that pushes me yet doesn’t burn me out. They have great health and earth conscious protein choices, filtered watered, and kettle bells galore!! I recommend this place to anyone who wants to be led by professionals who are the best at what they do and are constantly furthering their knowledge with continued education. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I've been training at Empowered Strength for just over a year and am so happy with my progress. Unlike my past experiences at gyms filled with equipment and machines that I visit and work out on my own, this gym focuses on applying force and proper human movement to help members become stronger, more fit, and a more resilient humans through classes and individual training. It has worked for me better than any other strategy for fitness I have tried in my life. I feel strong and capable of even more and have made this a permanent part of my lifestyle. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

My son has been working with Empowered Strength for about a year now. They're very good at working with teenage members as well as adults. They're friendly and people going there, including parents of members like myself, quickly become like a family. I definitely recommend Empowered Strength to anyone looking for a positive more personal and friendly workout without the stress of a hardcore gym or trying to do it on your own. 5 stars for sure!! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

My son has been working with Empowered Strength for about a year now. They're great with teenage members as well as adults. Fun friendly stress free environment. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a stress free workout without the hustle of a hardcore gym or trying to do it on your own. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Fun gym with a great community! This is place exactly what I’ve been looking for :)

Reviewed on Facebook

At 40 I decided it was time to follow through with my fitness goals. After doing my research I chose Empowered Strength and John Odden as my coach to do just that. I began with private sessions then moved into a regular schedule of Strong Fit and Kettlebell Fundamental classes combined with weekly semi-private coaching. I am now pursuing bigger goals than I had originally imagined and am well on my way to being at the highest level of fitness I’ve ever been. I am a part of an amazing, supportive community and have found both a chiropractor (Nicholas Hueur who practices within ES) and a naturopathic doctor (another gym member) to round out my personal health care team, all of whom can communicate to help me achieve optimal performance. No matter which coach I train with, I always walk away satisfied with my experience at Empowered Strength. I’d recommend ES to anyone who wants to purse a higher level of health and wellness while receiving coaching from well-rounded individuals 100% committed to you achieving your goals. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Great energy, encouragement and discipline here! I joined two months ago coming off an injury and I’m already in way better shape and pain free! Wonderful coaches with experience to help you modify your workouts to help you get back into shape or achieve new levels of fitness no matter what fitness or experience level. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

This is no ordinary gym. John and his staff largely focus on how you move rather than how much weight you can move. If you are like everyone else in Bend, looking to play hard outside, this is the place for you! With so much emphasis on movement efficiency, it couldn’t be better for injury prevention. Their programming is exceptional! Highly recommend! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Everything about this gym is exceptional!! From the trainers, to the clients who train there, to the facility itself. This gym is truly second to none, providing for a workout experience that I have never been a part of until now. The staff there has an endless supply of knowledge, and I’m learning new functional form movements that will be sustainable for the rest my life. If you’re tired of traditional lifting environments, and are looking for something rewarding, and challenging, this is your spot!! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I've been working out for about nine years and during that time never did any heavy work with weights. To be honest, I was a little intimidated walking in as I looked around and saw all the kettlebells and equipment -- if you are feeling the same or this sounds intimidating to you, do not be afraid! The trainers are amazing and will walk you through exactly what you need to do. They are incredibly patient and form-focused. Included in the price of your membership is a monthly strategy session comment opportunity to talk with the coaches about your goals low you can achieve them. This is so above and beyond anything I've ever received from a fitness membership. These guys really care about each member and it shows!On top of everything else, after just a short time of attending classes, I'm getting muscles in places I've never had them before and I can feel myself getting stronger every day. I cannot say enough good things about empowered strength! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

John and Aaron hosted me as a drop-in continuing my Olympic Lift training while on vacation in Bend. What a wonderful gym with good equipment, clean and organized facility and very good vibes! Bumper plates, smooth 15 kg bar, clean platform and even a boom-stick to roll out pre-workout allowed me to train as if I were at my own gym. I’ll definitely be back when I’m in town again#empoweredstrength #odin_throwin#bendoregon #olylifts #girlslifttoo More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

John has been coaching me for the Highland Games. He has a large amount of experience and wisdom to share. What I appreciate about working with him is that he really takes the time to discuss things with me and takes my input to give me a fully individualized program that is created to help me become better. He is always quick with feedback and support. Thanks John! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Top tier strength pros in Bend, Oregon!

Reviewed on Google Maps

Empowered Strength is so much more than just a gym. It's a place to help develop strength and resilience in all areas of life. The coaching staff walks the talk, and the community is very supportive and motivational. I definitely leave class feeling empowered and inspired to learn more and move better! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Empowered strength changed my life in just 90 days. The trainers and members here quickly became like family to me! The amount of knowledge and growth that I experienced in a very short time cannot be matched. I learned to listen to my body, trust it, push it without injury and strengthen it in new ways I had never experienced. When I was consistent, coupled with their expert instruction, I saw growth in little and big ways, every single week! They have some top of the line trainers who want to train you, love you and support you in a very well rounded way. They put so much emphasis on properly breathing, stretching, and warming up each small joint so that your body can perform at its best every single workout. Try them out, you will NOT regret it! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I’ve been an Empowered member for 3 years. It’s such a wonderful community full of encouragement, positivity, hard working individuals, and an amazing staff that are all incredibly well qualified and educated. They’ve helped me train properly while pregnant, and get back to where I hoped to be post-baby. With their assistance I’ve been able to put old injuries behind me and continue to improve upon chronic aches & pains. There’s no way I’d be where I am without them! If you’re looking for a team that truly cares about you, and are willing to put in the work along side you, this is the place. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

One of the best gyms I have ever been too. Empowered Strength provides a wonderful community to be able to work on personal goals in a fun and interactive way. This is one of the best opportunities in Bend to take back control of your health and become a stronger human being in a multitude of ways. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I had the chance to meet John at my Level 1 SFG Certification in 2016. I was very impressed with his coaching style and his persistence for perfecting form. I had the opportunity to do long distance coaching and had a great experience. Through video coaching, online discussion and the many very useful references about the different techniques and literature, I was able to gain a better understanding of my overall training program. For me, having a coach was about accountability. I realized before meeting John that I had many goals, many different ideas about programming and a difficult time understanding which direction I wanted to take. With his persistence about the basics and understanding the need for consistency, it helped shape the decisions about how and what I was looking to train for. After a lot of contemplation and a thorough examination of my goals, I realized I was not very clear with myself what I wanted. John was able to help me see through this and to remind me of the basics and to always set a goal and to stick with it. I would highly recommend John and Empowered strength for training. He is thoughtful, knowledgeable and very strong. His personal accomplishments are commendable and something to look up to when choosing a coach who you feel confident and can trust to give you excellent and professional guidance. I believe we all meet people in life when we are supposed to. I was lucky to meet him, train with him and to have someone I can count on regarding performance and strength training guidance. Thank you for your support in my strength and wellness journey! :) More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I’ve been an Empowered member for 3 years. It’s such a wonderful community full of encouragement, positivity, hard working individuals, and an amazing staff that are all incredibly well qualified and educated. They’ve helped me train properly while pregnant, and get back to where I hoped to be post-baby. With their assistance I’ve been able to put old injuries behind me and continue to improve upon chronic aches & pains. There’s no way I’d be where I am without them! If you’re looking for a team that truly cares about you, and are willing to put in the work along side you, this is the place. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Having the opportunity to work with John and his staff in this professional, yet fun and welcoming environment has been the greatest experience I've ever had in a gym environment. His knowledge of fitness is equally paired with his knowledge of nutrition and other healthy life skills. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

John and his crew are fantastic. If you want a great combination of strength and overall conditioning, this is the place to be.

Reviewed on Google Maps

I appreciate the precision, depth of knowledge and energy that John and Aaron bring every day to Empowered Strength. I highly recommend their methods and expertise in safely getting YOU stronger and reaching your strength goals.

Reviewed on Google Maps

Empowered Strength is the best! World-class training, encouragement, goal-setting, and the best community of people I could ask for! I’m stronger and more confident than I’ve ever been. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Empowered Strength has changed my fitness! I have never really known how to properly strength train. Aaron did an assessment with me and set up a personalized strength plan to fit my objectives and schedule. I am now feeling stronger than ever just 3 months into the program! Definitely check this place out. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Stopped in for the essentials class, and I was blown away by the coaching and energy present at Empowered. As an avid CrossFitter I was already in love with what I thought to be functional strength training, but after my enlightenment in Bend I am now addicted! I will definitely become a member upon moving to Bend in a little over a year. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I have known John for years and have been training with him for the past 6 months. I have seen massive changes in my mobility and physique. At 41 years of age I probably look the best I have ever looked in my life. That isn't easy as we all know the hormone profile of a 40 year old vs a 20 year old is quite different. John has me lifting heavy and pushing myself and although its a lot of work, it's also a ton of fun because of John. It's pretty awesome to be able to work out on a consistent basis with a world class athlete. He definitely knows his stuff and is eager to share with all of us. Truly a bad ass! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

What a fantastic facility! I am in Bend on vacation and needed a workout, Aaron and John made it happen. This is the place to go to get challenged, develop strength and learn how to get strong safely (and have a blast doing it). Thanks guys, we will definitively be back!! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Empowered strength is a great way to meet your fitness goals. Aaron has done an awesome job, catering a strength work out to meet my needs and customizing a plan that easy for me to follow. I haven’t been this excited to follow a work out routine before. I have only gone 4 sessions and I am already seeing improvements. I highly recommend Empowered Strength! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Out visiting family in Redmond prior to a work trip and didn’t want to really back off on my workouts. Found this gem gym on yelp and was really happy to find that open gym time aligned perfectly with my schedule! Kettlebells galore! From 4 kilo up to a 92 kilo monster! Clubs, maces, oly, TRX...I wish I could stay longer! If you’re in the area and need a place to train, look John up! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

You want a great experience improving your motion and strength Nate Tuffanelli is the coach you are looking for. Working with Nate, I was very impressed by his skills and knowledge. I am a chiropractor, so I have a good understanding of how the body moves. He did a very thorough movement screen and with that he was able to give me specific exercises that will improve those poor movement patterns. After his sessions I always feel tired and my movement has improved. In other words GET INTO SEE HIM, because you will not be disappointed!!! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

John and his team are top-notch human beings offering cutting-edge coaching. The attention to details and individual client needs is exquisite and much appreciated. Not only does John listen to my goals as a martial artist, he relies on his stellar instinct, vast knowledge, and years of experience to best help me infuse my life with vitality. I’m honored to be a part of the Empowered Strength community. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Empowered Strength is the best! I had no idea how much I would love going when I began. I'm an active person and a strong runner, but empowered strength has totally upped my game. Aaron and John are awesome, and the vibe at the gym is fantastic. Going to class is my favorite part of the week. If you're considering it, just go. Very knowledgable, supportive, and they'll customize your workout based on your goals. Can't say enough good things. Except: thank you, Aaron! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

The best personal training gym in Bend! I have over 20 years in the fitness industry which makes me extremely picky simply due to exposure to so many facilities around the world. Empowered Strength is the best facility I’ve been to. The personal trainers are amazing - we’ll educated and friendly. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I had the chance to meet John at my Level 1 SFG Certification in 2016. I was very impressed with his coaching style and his persistence for perfecting form. I had the opportunity to do some long distance coaching and had a great experience. Through video coaching, online discussion and the many very useful references about the different techniques and literature, I was able to gain a better understanding of my overall training program. For me, having a coach was about accountability. I realized before meeting John that I had many goals, many different ideas about programming and a difficult time understanding which direction I wanted to take. With his persistence about the basics and understanding the need for consistency, it helped shape the decisions about how and what I was looking to train for. After a lot of contemplation and a thorough examination of my goals, I realized I was not very clear with myself what I wanted. John was able to help me see through this and to remind me of the basics and to always set a goal and to stick with it. I would highly recommend John and Empowered strength for training. He is thoughtful, knowledgeable and very strong. His personal accomplishments are commendable and something to look up to when choosing a coach who you feel confident and can trust to give you excellent and professional guidance. I believe we all meet people in life when we are supposed to. I was lucky to meet him, train with him and to have someone I can count on regarding performance and strength training guidance. Thank you for your support in my strength and wellness journey! :) More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I appreciate the precision, depth of knowledge and energy that John and Aaron bring every day to Empowered Strength. I highly recommend their methods and expertise in safely getting YOU stronger and reaching your strength goals.

Reviewed on Facebook

I started a new lifestyle nutritional system which led me to having more energy and wanting to be fit and toned. I am learning for the first time in my life to use my body correctly and use it from my core. It feels so amazing. I love Empowered Strength because John lets me know when my body can do something safely. Building it one step at a time. There is such great energy here and so glad to be a part of the Empowered Strength Team. More...

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