Welcome to San Diego’s Strongest Gym
Real implements. Real members. Real coaches.
Why People Train Here
Real coaches. Real implements. Members who actually show up for each other.
The Implements
Atlas stones. Yokes. Log press. Axle deadlifts. Sandbags. Macebells. Everything you need for real strength work — plus full barbell platforms.
The Coaching
Not optional. Not motivational. Structured performance development across powerlifting, strongman, weightlifting, and armwrestling.
The Community
Members who show up. Members who compete. A gym floor culture built around effort, not aesthetics. In the gym and at competition, you’re never alone.
Coaching
Train With Purpose
Every training modality. Real coaches. Real results.
One-on-One Personal Training
Dedicated programming and direct coaching. Built around your goals, your schedule, and your competition calendar.
Semi-Private Training
Small groups. Individual attention. Train alongside athletes at your level with coaching that doesn’t get watered down.
Competition Coaching
Powerlifting, strongman, armwrestling. Competition prep that’s built on experience from the platform — not theory.
Events
Learn. Train. Compete.
Grinder Gym hosts and supports armwrestling, strongman, and strength events throughout the year. Train with people who step on the platform.
PARTNERS
WHY GRINDER GYM IS BUILT DIFFERENT
We don’t chase trends — we build muscle that performs in life, sport, and competition.
ABOUT USThe Coaches
Dave DePew
Owner · Head Coach · 34+ Years
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Competitive powerlifter, strongman, and coach. Built Grinder Gym to be the facility he always wanted — where the equipment is real and the standards aren’t decorative.
Kyle DePew
Coach · Professional Armwrestler
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Competitive strongman and full-time coach at Grinder Gym. Works with athletes across disciplines with a focus on real-world strength and competition preparation.