Business Details
Personalized Fitness Training & Small Group Classes in Fridley
Established in Fridley, Minnesota, Protege Fitness provides personalized fitness solutions through small-group classes, one-on-one personal training, and six-week transformation challenges. Our services include Russian kettlebell instruction, circuit training, and yoga, complemented by on-site massage therapy and chiropractic care. We specialize in creating tailored workout plans for individuals at all fitness levels, with a focus on rehabilitation, pre/post-natal fitness, and specialized police and fire department strength training.Our certified trainers combine proper form instruction with nutritional guidance, utilizing proven methodologies like StrongFirst kettlebell certification to ensure injury-free progress. With decades of combined experience in fitness education and chronic condition management, our team fosters a nonjudgmental environment where clients build strength, confidence, and lasting wellness through consistent, expert-led programs.
Services
Personal Training
Circuit Training
Russian Kettlebells
Six-Week Challenges
Nutrition Advice
Massage Therapy
Chiropractic Care
Pre-Post Natal Fitness
TRX Training
Rehabilitation Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer RKC-certified Russian kettlebell instruction with proven techniques.
- Our trainers specialize in chronic pain management through proper movement patterns.
- Six-week challenges include personalized meal plans and weekly progress guides.
- On-site massage therapy and chiropractic services integrate with fitness programs.
- Small-group classes provide individualized attention with community accountability.
Associations and certifications
- Russian Kettlebell Challenge (RKC)
- StrongFirst
What people say
Knowledgeable trainers
Supportive community
Great results
Positive atmosphere
Personalized approach
Services
Personal Training
Expert-led fitness coaching tailored to individual goals. Trainers provide form corrections and progressive programming for all fitness levels. Clients receive personalized attention to build strength safely while addressing specific needs like injury rehabilitation or sports conditioning.
Russian Kettlebells
Dynamic full-body workouts using kettlebell techniques. Certified instructors teach safe swing mechanics and advanced movements. Classes emphasize strength development, fat loss, and improved mobility through structured kettlebell protocols.
Six-Week Challenges
Structured transformation programs with weekly accountability. Participants receive customized meal plans, grocery lists, and workout routines. These challenges focus on building consistency through community support while tracking measurable progress like body fat reduction and strength gains.
Circuit Training
High-energy full-body workouts using mixed equipment. Sessions combine dumbbells, rowers, and bodyweight movements for varied strength and cardio development. Instructors modify exercises to match individual capabilities while maintaining group intensity.
Rehabilitation Programs
Specialized training for post-injury recovery and chronic pain management. Certified trainers collaborate with massage therapists and chiropractors to restore mobility. Programs emphasize proper movement patterns to prevent future injuries while gradually rebuilding strength.
People
Barb Lass
Owner
RKC-certified trainer with expertise in Russian kettlebell techniques. Developed specialized programs for chronic pain management after overcoming rheumatoid arthritis through fitness. Focuses on form instruction and community-building through six-week challenges.
Brenda Pribyl
Massage Therapist
Licensed therapist with 15+ years of experience in natural healing through massage. Utilizes various techniques to reduce pain and stress while supporting clients' fitness recovery. Integrates massage therapy with workout programs to enhance overall wellness.
Dr. Maria
Chiropractor
Chiropractor with 30 years of experience in spinal and extremity adjustments. Specializes in treating sports injuries and prenatal conditions. Combines chiropractic care with soft tissue therapies like cupping and graston to complement clients' fitness goals.
Questions
What personal training packages are available?
Custom plans are developed based on individual fitness goals with flexible session scheduling. Trainers provide form corrections, progress tracking, and programming adjustments throughout the training period.
How do the six-week challenges work?
Participants receive weekly meal plans, grocery lists, and workout routines. Challenges include three gym sessions weekly with community accountability. Results focus on body fat reduction, strength gains, and improved consistency.
Do you offer specialized prenatal fitness programs?
Yes, trainers provide form modifications and safe programming for all pregnancy stages. Prenatal clients receive individualized attention while integrating massage therapy and chiropractic care when needed.
What class types are most suitable for beginners?
Circuit training and TRX classes offer beginner-friendly options with scalable exercises. Instructors modify movements to match participants' abilities while maintaining workout effectiveness for all experience levels.
Are there additional wellness services beyond fitness?
On-site massage therapy and chiropractic services complement fitness programs. These integrated services address recovery needs through specialized techniques that enhance overall training effectiveness and injury prevention.
Reviews (5)
Brandon Peterson
Jan 06, 2022
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I love this gym. I have been a member for about 2 years and the results have been amazing. Scott and Barb take the time other trainers wont to customize a workout and plan to fit your individual needs. I highly recommend them to all my friends and family.
Danielle Mickley
Dec 30, 2021
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I joined with no real expectations as I have been trying different things to lose weight for 7 years now. I did the food program and trained 1 on 1 each week and lost 18 pound in 6 weeks. i have continued there after that and love it. Barb is very down to earth, and knowledgeable. It really is a judgement free gym and they are all so friendly and encouraging. I like that they have different styles too so your not always doing the same thing. Would highly recommend.
Nicole Baruth
Dec 20, 2021
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I have trained at Protg through many stages of my fitness journey from pre-pregnancy, throughout pregnancy and postpartum. At every stage, the trainers have been able to provide individual modifications to help me achieve my fitness goals which have ranged from improving overall strength, increasing a specific lift, improving a specific skill, and body composition changes. Classes are small compared to what you will find at most larger gyms which means you get more individualized attention. I love the feeling of community Protg fosters and the amount of encouragement and positivity. Another
Steve Taylor
Dec 19, 2021
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A great small business gym with an easy-going, unpretentious atmosphere. Definitely not a big box, one-size-fits-all operation.
Protege offers a wide variety classes and programs for all age, interest, and ability levels as well as one-on-one sessions with a personal trainer. The trainers are first rate and know their clients capabilities and fitness goals to provide the personalized attention critical to getting results. Memberships are competitively priced and offer the flexibility to accommodate individual schedules and needs. In addition to the physical training services, clients also learn
Protege offers a wide variety classes and programs for all age, interest, and ability levels as well as one-on-one sessions with a personal trainer. The trainers are first rate and know their clients capabilities and fitness goals to provide the personalized attention critical to getting results. Memberships are competitively priced and offer the flexibility to accommodate individual schedules and needs. In addition to the physical training services, clients also learn
Beth C.
Dec 19, 2021
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I have worked out and played sports most of my life but I was also abusing my body I have struggled with eating disorders and body dysmorphia my whole life. I was having a conversation with Barb back in May telling her how unhappy I was and couldnt stand to be in my own skin. I told her I was working out daily eating healthy and not losing weight. Barb told me about the Little Black Dress Program and I signed up right away! She gave me exactly what I needed through the Little Black Dress program. Barb provided me with a booklet of success I like to call it. It includes an eating plan along with
