Inside Forge Strength Systems — Texas Strength Systems racks on a dim warehouse gym floor

Est. Chowchilla — Central Valley, CA

24/7 Strength Gym · Chowchilla, CA

Old-schoolstrength.Modern coaching.

Strength isn't given. It's earned.

Train independently or start with a coach. Forge gives beginners a place to learn, experienced lifters a system for continued progress, and athletes strength that carries over to competition.

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01: 24/7 member access
02: Open Gym — $50/mo
03: Forge Coaching — Varies
04: Chowchilla, CA

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01Beginners welcome

Forge Strength Systems members and their coach posing together outdoors on the grass

Fig. 01 — The Forge community

I was intimidated by barbells before Forge. Now I feel strong and capable.

Sarah L. — Beginner · Google review

Most people walk in exactly there. At Forge, beginners are taught — not judged. A coach shows you the barbell, the basics, and the plan, and experienced lifters get the same direct attention.

No mirrors.No gimmicks.No hype.Just the work.

Forge is a warehouse gym built for work — barbells, racks, and a coach who watches every rep. We apply proven training principles, track the data that matters, and teach you to progress on your own. Beginner-friendly doesn't mean soft. It means coached.

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Gimmicks, mirrors, or hype: 00; Gimmicks, mirrors, or hype
Place to start — this is it: 01; Place to start — this is it

03Who we coach

Beginners. Lifters. Athletes.

01BeginnersNever touched a barbell? Good — that's exactly who we built this for. Learn the fundamentals safely, with zero intimidation.Apply for Forge Coaching

02LiftersThe numbers stopped moving. Get your technique audited and follow structured programming that makes progress measurable again.Apply for Forge Coaching

03AthletesStrength that transfers to your sport — power, speed, and resilience that shows up on the field, not just the platform.Apply for Forge Coaching

04Where to start

Choose your path.

Open gym, coaching, or classes — pick the line that sounds like you. One gym, one standard.

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Train on your own schedule — 24/7 access, month-to-month.

Who it's for: Independent members who already know their way around a barbell.
First step: Open Gym is $50/month, month-to-month, with 24/7 member access. Submit a membership request — Forge reviews it personally and contacts you before billing begins.

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The Forge app — included with your training

Programming, workout logging, nutrition context, progress tracking, and communication with your coach in one place.

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Not sure where to start?

Book a First Visit, meet Scott, and see which training option fits your goals.

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05Memberships & rates

Simple rates. Month-to-month.

No contracts, no pressure. Every request is reviewed by a real person before anything is billed.

Open Gym$50/month24/7 gym access. Month-to-month.

Forge CoachingVariesForge Coaching Membership includes 24/7 gym access, structured programming, movement instruction, and ongoing guidance from Forge Strength Systems. Pricing and final coaching details are confirmed by Forge before approval.

Family Open GymRate adjusts by number of family membersOpen Gym rate minus $5 per additional member.

Day Pass$10 day passSingle-day access, valid 4:00 AM–10:00 PM on the purchased day.

Reviewed by a person

Every membership request is personally reviewed so we can confirm the correct access, answer your questions, and make sure you understand what to expect.

Submitting a request does not start billing — Forge contacts you first.

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06The facility

Rogue 45 lb bumper plates stacked on a weight tree, squat rack and green turf blurred in the background

Fig. 05 — Iron & chalk

Real coaching,
not random workouts.

We don't do gimmicks. We apply proven training principles to help you progress — session after session, block after block.

No mirrors. No nonsense.

The floor is built for work. We removed the distractions so you can focus on the barbell and your technique — an environment that breeds discipline.

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07The Forge app — built into your training

Your coach,
in your pocket.

The Forge app supports members and coaching clients with structured programming, workout logging, nutrition tracking, progress history, and coach communication — same standards as the gym floor.

01Structured programmingCustom daily workouts with clear instructions and rest times.

02Track every metricLog lifts, RPE, and volume over time.

03Nutrition loggingMeals next to training, so your coach sees the full picture.

04Coach communicationQuestions and feedback without waiting for your next session.

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Forge app on three phones: training focus setup, back squat workout tracking, and nutrition food log

08From the floor

Built by results.

Real members. Real progress. Hover a card — or scroll on mobile — to read what walking into Forge feels like.

When I moved to chowchilla I wanted to find a local gym, and I am so glad I chose Forge. It isn't fancy and looks a little rough on the outside (tbh this made…

Christine R.

General Fitness Client

I was intimidated by barbells before Forge. Now I feel strong and capable.

Sarah L.

Beginner

I'm not gonna lie… I didn't love every workout with Scott. Upper arm day was straight evil. Like, "who invented triceps?" evil. I complained a lot. (Okay, I…

Yesenia A.

Strength Training Client

I was so scared to join a gym—mainly because I had no idea what I was doing, and large crowds give me anxiety. But I knew I needed a change. I had let my body…

Jacinta B.

General Fitness and Mobility Client

I have been training at Forge Strength Systems for about two months. If I'm being honest, I was terrified to walk into a new gym but that feeling quickly…

Lexie L.

Competitive Powerlifter Client

FSS is an amazing place! Scott is an awesome coach and mentor! Very approachable and accomodating no matter what your gym background is you will never feel…

Seaver D.

Competitive Powerlifter

09Find the gym

Train in person.

Directions on Google Maps. Questions? Contact us.

Gym address

385 South Chowchilla BlvdChowchilla, CA 93610

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You don't needto be ready.You need a place to start.

Stop waiting for the perfect time. Walk in, chalk up, and forge the discipline today.