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FORGE STRENGTH CO.Strength & Conditioning · Est. 2019
Small-Group & 1-1 Coaching

Birmingham strength,
built properly.

A Digbeth strength & conditioning studio for people who want real coaching, not a crowded gym floor. Small groups, proper programming, no ego.

6 yrs
Coaching in Birmingham
500+
Members trained
12
Max group size, always
Our philosophy

Built different, on purpose

"I opened Forge because I was tired of gyms where nobody watched your form until something got hurt. We cap every class at 12 so every rep gets coached, not just counted."
— Tom Ellery, Founder & Head Coach
Coach spotting a member's dumbbell form at Forge Strength Co.
Founded2019, Digbeth
Coaching philosophyCoached, not crowded
Class size cap12 members, always
Coach-to-member ratio1:6 or better
OnboardingFree movement assessment
Programs

Strength training, without the guesswork

Every member starts with a movement assessment so coaching is built around your body, not a generic template.

01 — FOUNDATIONS

Strength Foundations

Learn the big lifts properly, 6-week small-group block for complete beginners.

02 — GROUP

Small-Group Conditioning

Max 12 per session, coached strength and conditioning, never a crowd.

03 — 1-1

Personal Coaching

Fully individualised programming with a dedicated coach, in-studio or hybrid.

04 — ATHLETE

Athlete Development

Sport-specific strength and power work for competitive athletes.

05 — NUTRITION

Nutrition Coaching

Practical, sustainable nutrition guidance alongside your training block.

06 — RECOVERY

Mobility & Recovery

Dedicated mobility sessions to keep you training pain-free, long-term.

Certified S&C coaches
12-person max class size
Free programming reviews
No long-term contracts
The numbers

Coaching that shows up in the results

+38kg
Average deadlift PB gain in 12 weeks
94%
Of members still training after 6 months
15k+
Coached sessions delivered since 2019
0
Reportable injuries in coached sessions
From the training log

What our members say

MEMBER #04426 months in

"First gym where a coach actually watches my form every session. Deadlifted double bodyweight for the first time last month."

— Priya S.
MEMBER #03981 year in

"Small groups make the difference. Never feels like a crowded gym floor, and the programming actually progresses week to week."

— Daniel K.
MEMBER #05113 months in

"Came in knowing nothing about lifting. The Foundations block got me confident enough to join the regular sessions without feeling lost."

— Angela R.
Meet the team

Coaches who know your name

Every coach at Forge holds a recognised strength & conditioning qualification, no exceptions.

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Tom Ellery

Founder & Head Coach

6 years coaching strength & conditioning in Birmingham. Specialises in barbell technique and long-term programming.

UKSCA AccreditedLevel 3 PT
RM

Rhea Marsh

Strength Coach

Runs our Small-Group Conditioning and Athlete Development blocks. Former county-level powerlifter.

Level 3 PTPre & Postnatal Cert.
JO

Jordan Osei

Nutrition & Recovery Coach

Leads nutrition check-ins and our Mobility & Recovery sessions. Registered Associate Nutritionist.

ANutr RegisteredLevel 2 Massage

Ready to get stronger?

Your first session is on us, no commitment, no hard sell.

Book your free trial
Membership

Simple plans, no lock-in contracts

Foundations

£65/mo
  • 2 small-group sessions/week
  • Movement assessment
  • Access to open gym hours

1-1 Coaching

£220/mo
  • Weekly 1-1 coached sessions
  • Fully individualised programming
  • Direct coach access
Weekly timetable

Find a session that fits your week

All classes coached, all capped at 12. Book your slot 48 hours ahead through the member app.

TimeMonTueWedThuFriSat
6:00amStrengthStrengthStrength
9:00amConditioningConditioningConditioningConditioningConditioningFoundations
5:30pmAthlete Dev.Athlete Dev.Athlete Dev.
6:30pmConditioningConditioningConditioningConditioningOpen Gym

Foundations block runs every 6 weeks, new starters welcome at the start of each block.

Common questions

Before you book

Yes, most new members start with zero lifting experience. Everyone begins with a free movement assessment and, if needed, our 6-week Strength Foundations block before joining regular classes.

Just trainers and comfortable clothing. We provide all equipment, chalk, and a water station on site.

Yes, your first session is completely free with no obligation to join. If you decide to continue, we'll walk you through membership options afterwards.

Free on-street parking is available on Fazeley Street after 6:30pm and all day at weekends. A pay-and-display car park is a 3-minute walk away.

All memberships are rolling, month-to-month, no lock-in contracts. You can freeze for up to 8 weeks a year or cancel with 14 days' notice.

Get started

Book your free trial week

Tell us a bit about you and we'll get back to you within one business day to schedule your first session.

What to expect

Your free trial includes a full movement assessment and a coached session in the class of your choice.

  • No obligation to join
  • One-to-one movement assessment
  • Coached session, not a sales pitch

Trial Requested

Thanks — a coach will be in touch within one business day to book your session.

Studio & hours

Digbeth, Birmingham

Unit 4, Fazeley Street, Digbeth, Birmingham B5  ·  Mon–Fri: 6am – 9pm  ·  Sat–Sun: 8am – 2pm