COMMUNITY
Join our online platform for access to custom training, nutrition guidance, expert coaching, and a support-driven culture that pushes you to be your best—anywhere in the world.
GYM
Train with us in San Diego. From 24/7 access to serious equipment, coaching, and a no-nonsense environment—this is where real lifters come to work.
EVENTS
Ready to test your strength? Step into a new level of challenge with our competitions, seminars, and community-driven events—online or in-person.
Unlock Your Potential with a Personalized Plan
Transform your body and your mindset with Grinder Gym.
About us
From garage grit to a global community—Grinder Gym was built on hard work, real results, and the belief that strength is earned, not given. This is our story.

Why Grinder Gym Is Built Different
Experience
We’re not just another gym. And this isn’t just another online program. From elite coaching to real-world results, here’s what makes the Grinder experience unmatched.

Strength with Purpose
We don’t chase trends—we build muscle that performs in life, sport, and competition.
Coaching that Cares
From templates to personalized 1-on-1 guidance, you’ll always know what to do, how to do it, and why it works.
Real Community
Online or in the gym, you’re never training alone. Grinder members show up for each other.
Built for All Levels
Whether you’re new to lifting or chasing elite competition, there’s a place for you here.
Hybrid Training Access
Train online, in-person, or both—your lifestyle, your goals, your way.
Results that Speak
Fat lost. Muscle built. Confidence reclaimed. We don’t talk hype—we show outcomes.
The Grinder Formula for Success
Strength isn’t just about lifting heavier—it’s about building a system that works.
At Grinder Gym, success is forged through structure, consistency, and a support-driven environment that challenges you to level up in and out of the gym.


Measure What Matters
Real progress isn’t just about how you look—it’s about how you lift, how you recover, and how consistently you show up.
At Grinder Gym, we give you the tools and tracking systems to measure performance, track body changes, and hold yourself accountable—because what gets measured, gets improved.
Whether you’re adding pounds to your deadlift or shaving seconds off your conditioning, we track it all. Log your lifts, monitor your performance, and see your strength evolve over time—with clear benchmarks and programming that adapts to your goals.
We offer regular measurements, progress photos, and body comp assessments to help you see the full picture—not just the scale. From fat loss to muscle gain, we track the changes that matter most.
Your biggest gains come from showing up. Through weekly check-ins, challenge dashboards, and habit tracking, we keep you accountable and focused—day after day, week after week.
Inside Our Facilities

Personalized Training Plans
We don’t leave you guessing. Our coaching, courses, and programs give you a proven path forward, built around your goals, your schedule, and your lifestyle.

Specialized Equipment & Tools
Train with the gear that builds champions. From Strongman implements to precision programming templates—everything you need to get better is in your hands.

Strength Sport Events
This is where it all comes together. Compete in local or online challenges, push past your limits, and prove to yourself just how far you’ve come.
Testimonials
These aren’t just before-and-afters—they’re stories of grit, growth, and strength earned through the Grinder way. Real people. Real results.
“I did a transformation with Dave back in my 30s, and years later I came back—because I knew he was the one who could get me back to my best. I wasn’t sure if I’d ever feel that way again, but Dave and the team gave me the structure, accountability, and push I needed. I’m down 28 pounds, lifting heavier than I ever have, and for the first time in a long time… I feel like myself again.”

Scott P.
Enginer
“I was intimidated at first, but this place welcomed me in and gave me a clear path. Whether you’re training to compete or just want to take control of your health—this is where you do it.”

Sarah M.
Research Supervisor
I joined Grinder Gym to get help with my form, but stayed because of the culture. The coaches actually care, the community is so supportive, and the results speak for themselves. I’ve never been stronger—mentally or physically.”

Emily K.
Sales Representative
“This isn’t some cookie-cutter program. Dave gave me a free training template with my Grinder Gym membership—but I had no idea what I was really getting. What I found was a real system, a level of coaching, and a community of support I’ve never experienced at any other gym. I gained muscle, lost fat, and more than anything, I built confidence in my training that I never thought was possible.”

Michelle S.
Financial Advisor
Got Questions About Training, Coaching, or the Gym?
We’re here to help—whether you’re looking to get stronger with our online support, train with us in San Diego, or step into one of our competitions. Reach out and let’s get you on the right path.
Meet the Team
We’re not just coaches. We’re lifters, competitors, and grinders just like you. Every coach here leads by example—and we’re ready to help you do the same.

Dave DePew
Coach, Owner

Kyle DePew
Coach

AJ Roberts
Coach

Jennie Roberts
Coach
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