Business Details
5 Years
experience
Your Premier Strength Training Destination in Kingston, NY
Sport of Iron is a premier strength training facility dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for individuals of all fitness levels. Since our establishment, we have prioritized high-quality equipment, expert coaching, and community-driven growth. Our relocation to a private gym reflects our commitment to maintaining an exclusive atmosphere while retaining the same elite-level resources that members trust. We offer a membership cap to ensure personalized attention, with inquiries handled via email or our website for streamlined communication.Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in strength training, powerlifting, and fitness instruction, ensuring clients receive evidence-based guidance tailored to their goals. We emphasize physical and mental resilience, creating a space where members celebrate collective achievements and individual progress. With 24/7 access and flexible membership options, we empower our community to train on their terms while upholding the highest standards of excellence and camaraderie.
Services
Personal Training
Powerlifting
Group Fitness
Open Gym
Competitive Powerlifting
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We offer NASM-certified trainers with over a decade of experience in strength training.
- Our facility features elite powerlifting equipment and 24/7 access for member flexibility.
- We foster a welcoming community that celebrates individual and collective fitness achievements.
- Our membership cap ensures personalized attention and a non-intimidating environment.
- We provide injury-informed training approaches tailored to individual recovery and strength goals.
What people say
Supportive community
Knowledgeable trainers
Injury recovery success
Clean facilities
Personalized attention
Services
Personal Training
Our NASM-certified trainers deliver customized strength training programs tailored to individual goals. Sessions focus on proper form, progressive overload, and injury prevention. Clients benefit from expert guidance in powerlifting techniques and functional fitness improvements.
Powerlifting
We specialize in powerlifting training with elite equipment and expert coaching. Programs include competition strategy, maximal strength development, and recovery protocols. Athletes gain access to specialized platforms and a supportive community for PR attempts.
Group Fitness
Structured group sessions combine strength training and metabolic conditioning. Classes cater to all skill levels with scalable intensity options. Participants enjoy a motivating environment with real-time feedback from certified instructors.
Open Gym
Members access 5,000 sq ft of premium strength equipment 24/7. The facility includes power racks, specialty bars, and accessory tools for comprehensive workouts. Ample space supports both focused training and social interaction within the fitness community.
Competitive Powerlifting
Our program develops competitive powerlifters through periodized training cycles and technique refinement. Athletes receive equipment-specific instruction and mental preparation strategies. Regular in-house competitions simulate meet environments for performance readiness.
People
Matthew Santiago
Owner, Head Powerlifting Coach
NASM-certified trainer since 2009 with expertise in strength programming and community building. Founded Ataraxis powerlifting room in 2021 to cultivate Hudson Valley strength athletes. Specializes in long-term athlete development and injury prevention strategies.
Carley Remsburger
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Competitive powerlifter focused on holistic fitness approaches. Combines physical strength training with mental resilience development. Emphasizes individualized programming and client empowerment through self-care practices.
Xenos DaCosta Jr.
Group Fitness Trainer
NASM-certified trainer since 2020 specializing in dynamic group instruction. Creates inclusive workouts that balance intensity with proper mechanics. Passionate about making fitness accessible while challenging participants to exceed personal limits.
Trista Lukasewski
Personal Trainer
Experienced strength coach providing individualized training programs. Focuses on technical precision and progressive overload principles. Committed to helping clients achieve measurable strength gains in a supportive environment.
Questions
What equipment is available?
Our 5,000 sq ft facility includes elite power racks, specialty bars (safety squat, trap bars), plate-loaded machines, and over 500 lbs of bumper plates for comprehensive strength training.
Do you offer beginner-friendly programs?
Yes, our trainers specialize in onboarding new members with progressive programs. Group classes include scalable intensity options for all experience levels.
Are there 24/7 access options?
Members enjoy 24/7 facility access with keycard entry. The gym operates 365 days a year from 4:30 AM to 10:30 PM, with extended hours available.
What distinguishes your powerlifting program?
Our program combines specialized equipment, experienced coaches, and a supportive community. We focus on technical mastery, meet preparation, and creating a non-intimidating environment for all strength levels.
Reviews (7)
Xenos Dacosta
Jun 23, 2021
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If your looking for a place to zone in and reach your goals, this is the place to be. Top of the line equipment, friendly staff and knowledgeable trainers.
Peter Tullio
Mar 15, 2021
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I visited six gyms before choosing Sport of Iron even though I live in New Paltz and spend more on gas and tolls getting there each month than I do on my membership. Need I say more? Originally I chose them for the top-quality equipment and facilities (which are always immaculate). But whats kept me there is the community. The environment is welcoming and supportive across age, gender, and level of advancement. Recently a lifter was attempting a squat PR and *everyone* at the gym stopped what they were doing to cheer her on and no one cared how much weight was on the bar, it was *her
Matt Fenaroli
Dec 26, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
A great gym with a great community. Very clean and has great natural airflow with its large bay doors. The best case scenario for someone looking to workout during covid
A great gym with a great community. Very clean and has great natural airflow with its large bay doors. The best case scenario for someone looking to workout during covid
Jon Bloom
Nov 22, 2020
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A fantastic gym that has powerlifting and crossfit. I'm always excited when I visit the area to play here. Great equipment and very friendly staff. I wish this gym was in L.A.
James Ball
Sep 22, 2020
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Very well equipped fitness center; Olympic and powerlifting stations, indoor turf, nice sets of DBs, bands... whatever you need.
Adriana Alonso
Jun 19, 2020
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Great sense of community. The staff are very friendly and supportive to all fitness levels. Clean and the garage doors bring in lots of fresh air.
Denise Aldrich
Jun 05, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
This gym is amazing kind and inviting the best thing is they care about you as a person and what your goals are Tori is a rockstar her classes push you to their and Mat the owner is so nice and willing to help you with workouts how to use the equipment whatever you need I am truly blessed to have become a member
This gym is amazing kind and inviting the best thing is they care about you as a person and what your goals are Tori is a rockstar her classes push you to their and Mat the owner is so nice and willing to help you with workouts how to use the equipment whatever you need I am truly blessed to have become a member
