55-minute coached sessions, capped at 8 people. Every exercise adjusted to your body, your level, and your goals — by a certified coach with 15 years of experience. Your first visit is a free strength & mobility assessment.
Free · about 30 minutes · no pressure, no obligation
★★★★★Loved by members
Capped at 8 per session
Certified · 15 years coaching
Sutton, MA · by appointment
Getting Started
Three steps to stronger.
No sales pitch, no long-term lock-in to try it. Here’s exactly what happens.
01
Book your free assessment
Pick a time online — it takes 60 seconds. The assessment is about 30 minutes: a tour of the studio, a look at how the programming works, and a strength & mobility check.
02
Get your starting point
You leave knowing exactly where you stand — movement, strength, limitations — and what training here would look like for you. Free, either way.
03
Train 2–3× a week
Join a small-group slot that fits your week. Same coach, same crew, same time every week — that’s how habits stick and progress compounds.
This isn’t a follow-along class. Every set, every person gets cues, modifications, and adjustments — the kind of attention you don’t get at a chain gym, no matter how many trainers walk the floor.
Personal, but not alone
Train alongside up to 7 others who become your accountability crew. Same workout for the day — your version dialed in to your body, your level, and any limitations.
Built for busy lives
Most members are juggling careers, kids, or both. Sessions are 55 minutes, structured to deliver real strength training in the time you actually have.
What Members Say
Quiet space. Real progress.
★★★★★
“Alex is an exceptional trainer. He creates workouts for all levels that are challenging and fun. The hour goes by quickly and I’m already seeing improvements in definition and stamina. Anyone looking for a clean gym with all new equipment and small, highly personalized sessions will not be disappointed.”
— Leanne Bragdon
★★★★★
“Who knew that fitness training could make you feel young again? At 68, soon to turn 69, I feel empowered, capable & energized! Alex is a first-class trainer — he makes training a fun challenge, is always mindful of my limitations, and still provides a GREAT workout!”
— Susan Z.
★★★★★
“Before training with Alex, I thought I was in pretty good shape. After my first workout I realized I had a long way to go! Alex makes workouts that work for your body. The space is bright, open and clean. I look forward to my morning workouts and feel so good the rest of the day.”
— Samantha Vigliatura
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing.
Every option includes fully coached 55-minute sessions, programming adjusted to you, and a crew that notices when you don’t show up. Every new member starts with a free assessment.
Not sure which fits? That’s exactly what the free assessment is for — no commitment required.
Weekly Schedule
When we train.
55-minute sessionsstrength coaching, customized to you
Up to 8 per sessionsmall-group format
Monday – Saturdayclosed Sundays
Mon
Morning
6:30 AM
7:00 AM
7:30 AM
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
Afternoon
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
6:00 PM
Tue
Morning
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
Afternoon
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
Wed
Morning
6:30 AM
7:00 AM
7:30 AM
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
Afternoon
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
6:00 PM
Thu
Morning
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
Afternoon
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
Fri
Morning
6:30 AM
7:00 AM
7:30 AM
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
Afternoon
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
Sat
Morning
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
New here? Every new member starts with a free 30-minute strength & mobility assessment before joining the regular schedule. Book your assessment ↓
The Science
After 40, muscle is use-it-or-lose-it.
Starting in your 30s, you lose roughly 3–8% of your muscle every decade — and after 60 the slide accelerates. That’s the quiet force behind a slowing metabolism, stiff joints, and “just getting older.” The part most people never hear: most of that decline is optional. Two to three strength sessions a week bend the curve — at 40, at 60, and well past 80.
10–17%
lower risk of early death from all causes among adults doing just 30–60 minutes of strength work a week.
Meta-analysis · Br J Sports Med, 2022
+174%
average strength gain by 86–96-year-olds after eight weeks of supervised lifting. It is never too late to start.
JAMA, 1990
23%
fewer falls among older adults doing regular exercise built on strength and balance work.
Cochrane Review, 2019
~34%
lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes in men strength training 150 minutes a week.
32,000-person cohort · 2012
Two versions of the next 40 years
Illustrative trajectories built from published decline rates: untrained adults lose roughly 3–8% of muscle per decade (faster after 60), while adults who keep lifting can hold — or build — strength for decades. Not a promise; a pattern repeated across hundreds of studies.
Metabolism. Muscle is your body’s largest site of blood-sugar disposal — more of it means better insulin sensitivity and a higher resting burn.
Bones. Loading is the signal bone answers to. Progressive strength work measurably increases density at the spine and hip.
Joints & back. Strong muscles take load off joints. Strengthening is first-line care in clinical guidelines for most knee and back complaints.
Balance. Power — the speed side of strength — is what keeps a stumble from becoming a fall, and it stays trainable at every age.
Mood & sleep. Resistance training reliably reduces anxiety and depressive symptoms in trials, and deepens sleep quality.
Independence. Grip strength is one of the strongest predictors of healthy aging researchers have found. Carrying your own groceries at 80 starts now.
Sources: Momma et al., British Journal of Sports Medicine (2022) · Fiatarone et al., JAMA (1990) · Sherrington et al., Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (2019) · Grøntved et al., Archives of Internal Medicine (2012) · Volpi et al., Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition (2004) · Leong et al., The Lancet (2015). Educational information, not medical advice — check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.
Where do you stand right now? That’s exactly what the free assessment measures.
I’ve spent 15 years coaching everyday people to get strong, stay mobile, and actually enjoy training again. After years in busy commercial gyms, I built Alex Blakeslee Fitness Co. to be the opposite of all that — small groups, real attention, and the kind of coaching you can’t get when you’re one of fifty people in the room.
Every session starts with a workout I program for the day — structured, balanced, and built to move the needle. Then I adjust it for each person on the floor: your weights, your range of motion, your limitations. Whether you’re a parent who hasn’t lifted in a decade, an executive whose back is paying for the desk, or someone who wants to keep up with the grandkids — you do the work that’s right for you.
I haven’t worked out in a long time. Can I still train here?
Yes — this is exactly who the studio is built for. Every movement is dialed in to where you are right now, not where you were at 25. The free assessment is the perfect place to start.
How much does training cost?
Memberships are $189/month for 2× per week, $249/month for 3× per week, or $299/month unlimited. Drop-ins are $35, and a 20-class pack is $500 (valid 1 year). New clients always start with a free strength & mobility assessment.
What happens at the free assessment?
About 30 minutes, three parts: a tour of the studio, an overview of how the programming works, and a physical and verbal assessment of your movement, goals, and history. No cost, no pressure — you leave with a clear picture of where to start, whether or not you join.
Do you offer 1-on-1 personal training?
Small group only — sessions cap at 8 people, and Alex coaches each person individually within the group. You get personal coaching attention with small-group energy (at roughly a quarter of the price of 1-on-1 training).
How long are sessions, and how many people attend?
Each session is 55 minutes with up to 8 people. You’ll see the same regulars most weeks — that’s part of what keeps people showing up.
Is strength training safe after 40? After 60?
Yes. Research links 2–3 strength sessions a week to a 10–17% lower risk of early death, ~23% fewer falls in older adults, and roughly a third lower risk of type 2 diabetes — and supervised beginners in their 80s and 90s have safely gained strength in published trials. Every session here is coached and adjusted to each person.
Where is the studio?
Sutton, MA, serving Northbridge, Grafton, Millbury, Uxbridge, Douglas, and Whitinsville. Training is by appointment only; exact details are shared when you book your free assessment.
What should I bring to my first session?
A clean pair of sneakers to change into, comfortable workout clothes, and a water bottle. All equipment is provided.
How do I get started?
Book your free 30-minute assessment below — you pick the time, you get a confirmation instantly. Pick a time ↓
Not Ready Yet? Free Guide
5 Mistakes Adults Make Trying to Get Strong After 35
A short, no-fluff guide covering the five most common mistakes I see adults over 35 make when they try to get back in shape — and what to do instead. Pulled from 15 years of coaching adults at exactly this stage.
→ Why going hard for two weeks always backfires
→ The accountability variable nobody talks about
→ Why cardio-only stops working at 35
→ Random workouts vs. an actual program
→ Why trying to be 25 again gets you hurt
Book Now
Book your free assessment.
Pick a time below — it takes 60 seconds and you’ll get an instant confirmation. About 30 minutes, completely free, zero obligation.
Free
~30 min
No pressure
Instant confirmation
What we’ll cover
Studio tour — see the space and how small-group sessions run
The programming — how workouts are built and adjusted to you
Your assessment — a practical look at where you are: movement, strength, goals, history, limitations
“Who knew fitness training could make you feel young again? At 68, I feel empowered, capable & energized!”— Susan Z., member
