Brick House Fitness

Overview

BrickHouse Fitness is a comprehensive fitness facility blending an old-school training ethos with a modern building design. While primarily a gym focused on strength, cardio, and group training, it includes a sauna for post-workout recovery, positioning it as a holistic wellness space. The facility emphasizes basics like heavy lifting and high-intensity workouts, alongside recovery options to support serious fitness goals.

• Facility type: Independently owned gym with strength training areas, cardio equipment, group class spaces, sports courts for rentals/leagues, and a sauna.
• Overall atmosphere and experience: Welcoming community-driven environment free from ‘political correctness,’ fostering a ‘kick ass’ mentality. Members describe a family-like vibe with mutual support, motivation from knowledgeable trainers, and a sense of ownership. Visitors feel an immediate sense of hard work and camaraderie upon entry.

Features & Amenities

BrickHouse Fitness provides a robust setup for diverse training needs, including recovery facilities:

• Strength training: Chalk stations, deadlift platforms, kettlebells.
• Cardio equipment: Treadmills, step mills for sprints and endurance.
• Recovery: Sauna for post-workout recovery.
• Group class areas: Spaces for cardio classes and bootcamps.
• Sports facilities: Turf areas, courts for basketball, volleyball, futsal, and tournaments (suitable for rentals).
• Childcare services: On-site childcare during specified hours to support parents.
• Additional perks: Community events, outdoor bootcamps (e.g., at Spring Creek in Altoona), and family-friendly gatherings.

Services

The gym offers a wide range of programs and activities to suit all levels:

• Memberships: Standard access to all equipment, classes, and amenities.
• Personal training and group classes: Tailored sessions with expert trainers like Matt and Julie, known for encouragement and expertise.
• Camps and clinics: Youth sports camps (e.g., Phenom Basketball for grades 3-12), holiday hoops, youth volleyball/futsal.
• Events and races: Summer Music Series, Pump & Run, Bicycle Brew & BBQ, Battle of the Bands, community socials.
• Facility rentals and parties: Available for leagues, tournaments, private events.
• Outdoor bootcamps: Adult sessions at Spring Creek (Altoona) for all levels, focusing on health, muscle building, fat loss.
• Childcare: Supervised care during peak workout times.

Pricing

• No specific pricing details are provided on the website for memberships, classes, or rentals.
• Event examples: Summer Bootcamp at Spring Creek – $50 for 14 workouts (non-members; free for members).
• Contact via form or phone ((515) 800-8276) for personalized quotes on memberships, training, rentals, or leagues.

Location & Hours

• Location: Based in the Altoona area (Iowa), with events at Spring Creek. Exact address not listed; contact for details (SMS opt-in available).
• Operating hours: Not explicitly stated for main facility.
• Childcare hours (indicative of peak times):
  • Monday-Wednesday: 8:30AM-11AM, 5-7PM
  • Thursday: 8:30AM-11AM, 5-7PM
  • Friday: 8:30AM-11AM
  • Saturday: 7AM-10AM

Notes

• What makes this sauna/gym special: Independently owned, cutting through fitness industry trends to focus on results-driven, no-nonsense training in a supportive community. The sauna stands out for recovery amid intense workouts like deadlifts and sprints. Strong emphasis on community building via events (music series, races, family BBQs), youth programs, and member input – members call it ‘our gym.’
• Testimonials highlight: Family atmosphere, tough yet encouraging trainers, motivation, and listening management.
• Community focus: Hosts free/family-friendly events, leagues, and bootcamps to strengthen local ties.
• Contact: Use website form, email (e.g., julie@thebrickhousefitness.com), or phone (319-541-2773 for events). Privacy policy and terms apply.