Iron Soul Gym

Fantastic experience: This gym is wonderful! The staff is super friendly, the spaces are well equipped, and it is by far the cleanest powerlifting gym I have ever been to. You can tell the staff really take care of the space. Thank you, Iron Soul, for letting me visit while I was in town!

Fantastic experience: Great gym, been going for over a year great staff, always clean, Manager is a cool guy

Fantastic experience: Good gym

Fantastic experience: The best powerlifting club, staff very nice and friendly. Best equipment

Fantastic experience: Best powerlifting gym 24hr great spot to workout

Fantastic experience: 24 hour gym

Fantastic experience: Great place! Been coming here with my trainer since crunch closed on Juan tabo. Very affordable, well maintained (very clean) with a cool staff!

Fantastic experience: Great gym!! Only place I'll be visiting when I'm in the Albuquerque area. Eric is awesome, his staff is top notch, and they gym has everything you could need and then some. And, to top it off, it's the cleanest facility I've been in. Highly recommend!!

Fantastic experience: The place is clean, clean, clean. All the equipment works and is well maintained. Top notch!!

Fantastic experience: Just visiting from NY. Very nice facility and super clean! Loved it!

Fantastic experience: Iron Soul, Mayra, Eric, Cassi, and others have been extremely welcoming to me and friends I have brought by. The facility is kept up, clean, and convenient. I was anxious going to a smaller gym like this, but the environment is so encouraging- something as a woman I had never experienced before. The people who go come from ALL walks of life, colors, shapes, genders, and sizes. It’s so refreshing to be involved in such an open minded non judgmental atmosphere!

Fantastic experience: Iron Soul is an excellent powerlifting gym! It's consistently clean, the folks are kind and strong, and the gym has plenty of squat racks, deadlift platforms, and everything else a lifting gym should have. The owner Eric even helped me fill my tire up when I had a flat! I especially want to shout out the Barbell Club with trainers Cassi and Ezra which has helped my lifting immensely. And as a queer person, I feel safe at this gym. Folks don't care what you look like, we're all here to lift. The gym also has a wheelchair accessible entrance!

Fantastic experience: Great powerlifting gym. They have everything for your training needs. The facility is very clean and the staff is friendly. If you are looking for a gym in Albuquerque, this is the spot! It's the best

Fantastic experience: Great Gym, good price for the equipment you get, good atmosphere with a focus on training and no screwing around

Fantastic experience: My favorite place for a little meditative iron session. 24 hours. Simple, clean, powerlifting gym. Everyone who comes here comes here to work on themselves and there’s no judgement for where you are at in your fitness journey or what you look like.

Fantastic experience: I lift things up and put them down.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been to more than a few gyms in my time, and Iron Soul is the best. It has all the lifting equipment I need, the hours work for me, staff is friendly, vibe is inclusive, it’s clean, and coaches Cassi, Mayra and Ezra are so knowledgeable and supportive.

Fantastic experience: I was looking for weight training coaching and found this gem. No nonsense, great trainers, 24-hour safe and accommodating powerlifting gym. Great location centrally-located and easily accessible from all parts of town, even from the East Mountains. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I love coming here! The gym is great and offers 24 hr access which I appreciate. I mostly go for powerlifting and the coaches are incredibly helpful.

Fantastic experience: Best gym i’ve been to in Albuquerque for powerlifting and deadlifts!! Awesome that is open 24 hours for my sometimes weird schedule.

Fantastic experience: Best powerlifting gym in the SW. I’ve prepared here for many competitions. The trainers are the best in the state.

Fantastic experience: Great powerlifting gym for all your training needs. Fully equipped. Clean well organized and a friendly staff. Great certified coaches to help you reach your goals. Coach Mayra you’re amazing- thank you!!!

Fantastic experience: This 24 hour powerlifting gym is the BEST in Albuquerque. The equipment and area is clean and open. There are always squat racks available and the community is so welcoming. Everyone has each other’s backs and it creates such a supportive environment.

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym. I’ve dropped in a couple of times now when I’ve been in town for a conference, and I can’t wait to come back. There are tons of squat racks, Oly lift spots, deadlifting setups…really anything you might want to do with a barbell. You’ll never be short of clips, plates or anything else. The atmosphere is welcoming even if you’re not a member or an experienced lifter. Can’t recommend enough.

Fantastic experience: Iron Soul Gym is the poster child for how a well ran and well organized gym should operate.

Fantastic experience: I miss coming to gyms like this. Wasn't busy when I arrived where as Chuze would still be packed at this time of day. Pricing is incredibly reasonable, doesn't have a pool/sauna etc but who cares really. The equipment type and volume is more suitable to the serious lifter + strongman here. Recommend for anyone looking for a 24hr, less busy, and solid gym with great equipment choice for people serious about their strength. Nik here is a great personal trainer as well.

Fantastic experience: Beautiful and well kempt gym. I always feel happy and comfortable working out here as a poc woman. Coach Ezra has been helping me get strong and I recommend this space, gym and coach. Atmosphere is amazing.

Fantastic experience: There are so many people here in different stages of strength training, from novice to expert. There is no "gymn-timidation" and the gym is very friendly to female weightlifters. Owner has a zero-harassment policy and strictly enforces that. Equipment is clean, in good working order, and there's plenty of it. Coaches are friendly and accessible through one-on-one or the Barbell Club, which is a great group to start weightlifting as a beginner, or as someone who's trying to improve their form. This place is the best.

Fantastic experience: I've been a member for almost 3 years and I love Iron Soul. The environment in this gym is extremely comfortable. The front desk staff is always welcoming. There is plenty of space to stretch out and warm up. They have a ton of squat racks, benches, and deadlifting platforms so you rarely have to wait. It is clean and easy to navigate. My favorite part of this gym is the community. From the members to the coaches, everyone is willing to offer guidance to new comers or experienced lifters. I have made many friendships here. Coming here is one of the best parts of my day!

Fantastic experience: This is the best gym! I started coming here 7 months ago and have continued to have such a positive experience. The community of people who come here are welcoming & it’s a really great vibe, which makes it such a unique gym-going experience. There’s also an insane amount of racks and equipment. I’m new to powerlifting but Iron Soul sets a high bar (insert low bar squat joke here). I work with Coach Cassi and have also worked with Coach Ezra when he’s covered for her & they’re both so great. Solid people with great skills and ability to help you learn and push you. Plus, if you’re an aging GenX/geriatric millennial who was a punk/hardcore/metal kid in the 90s you’ll like the music they play. Highly recommend x infinity.

Fantastic experience: My wife goes there and she loves it! She is so much stronger and learning a ton from her coach.

Fantastic experience: If you’re looking for an incredibly dedicated and professional coach, or a safe, clean and welcoming environment to try weightlifting, or a gym with a ton of space and equipment this is the place. People are friendly without being nosy, the monthly membership is ridiculously affordable and allows 24/7 access, and EVERYONE is treated with respect and kindness. If you’re worried about being a beginner or feeling unwelcome or awkward, you can find a place here.

Fantastic experience: Well managed, friendly gym. Desk staff are helpful and coaches working with clients are willing to give tips to others. Encouraging environment, community members working out regularly are focused on their own work but also respectful of the space and share access.

Fantastic experience: This gym is absolutely amazing, everyone on staff is wonderful! The facility is very well-maintained, and staff always have the safety of members as top priority. Being a part of The Barbell Club here has allowed the chance to learn how to overcome so many obstacles in life. My coach, Ezra, is fantastic and ensures the environment for our group is supportive and welcoming so that every member can thrive. The owner is amazing as well. We had a whole conversation about favorite bands, and he even shared words of encouragement in passing during one of my group's classes. I can see how much dedication, effort, and time has gone into making this place one of the best gyms in the city and one of the most welcoming places I've had the privilege to learn how to lift in.

Fantastic experience: This is the best strength training gym in Albuquerque, probably the country, maybe even the world. The price is incredible for what you get - Quality lifting equipment, open 24/7. I've never had to wait for a squat rack, deadlift platform, or bench press because there's plenty to go around. Sure, tons of gyms meet that standard, but what makes Iron Soul truly special is the community. As a woman who has been lifting for 7+ years, it can sometimes feel like you're trespassing on a man cave in the weight rooms, and you periodically deal with both covert and overt aggression. But not at Iron Soul. There are seriously badass women who train here, and the coaches -- especially the ones who put on the group classes called The Barbell Club -- deserve praise for the open and welcoming environment they've fostered. This is no small feat, and it's what makes Iron Soul an irreplicable experience. It's an approachable establishment for beginners who may otherwise have been too intimidated to walk into a gym and pick up a barbell. A good attitude is everything, and Iron Soul has it in spades.

Fantastic experience: I love training at Iron Soul in the Barbell Club with Cassi!! She and creates a great body positive and queer friendly environment, which can be so rare in any gym! Highly recommend both Iron Soul and the Barbell Club!!!

Fantastic experience: The gym is a supportive place and welcoming as a beginner-

Fantastic experience: I love this place! Have been a customer for almost 2 years. The coaches are fantastic, the equipment is kept in excellent condition and it's surprisingly clean! No showers or sauna, but if you want squat racks, deadlift platforms, and good people there is no better gym in Albuquerque.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym. So many options, very welcoming, amazing coaches. Good location and pricing. 10/10 recommend.

Fantastic experience: Best gym I’ve traveled to in the country. Travel each week and the service, space, equipment, etc. was amazing. Can do anything you need and have room to do so. Extremely good rates.

Negative experience: Crappy gym. No showers. Rude people. The owner yelled at me one morning for no reason. They had a guest instructor for a group class, and I was in the wrong place or something. Not really sure what he was angry about. Not a fun atmosphere

Negative experience: Canceled my membership but they’re still gonna charge me for September, crooks

Fantastic experience: best powerlifting gym in ABQ no doubt

Fantastic experience: I have never seen so many squat racks, benches, platforms and specialty barbells. And the pricing is really competitive too.

Fantastic experience: My personal favorite gym. Has a great atmosphere and the coach Fabian is a very helpful member of the staff. I always see him there and he has always been. Nothing but helpful to new and experienced lifters alike, a true revolutionary when it comes to fitness as a whole.

Fantastic experience: Top notch, no gimmicks gym. I know that if you’re new to a lot of weight training it can be intimidating just seeing a lot of free weights. But the employees and trainers are great giving you guidance. I’ve been working with Fobz for a few years, I’ve gone through a LOT of trainers in my life. I felt like I was doing the work but the results were always meh. I’ve never had someone who explains the mechanics of mind, body, and food relationship to your fitness the way he has. Additionally, I didn’t know HOW bad my lifting was. We picked apart my lifts piece by piece, worked on weaknesses and my form. I’ve never been able to lift so heavy, or maintain a regular healthy fitness level until I trained with him. It is does not tax my time nor my budget (both have been tested before him and Iron Soul) So if you’re looking for just a good, safe gym. Or want that knowledge you are probably lacking or you would t have gotten this far in the review, then go here, ask for Fobz.

Fantastic experience: Iron Soul is a great place to lift heavy weights, even in peak hours you can get a work out in. Fabian was very welcoming and such an awesome coach, he has helped me rebuild everything i know about powerlifting. he is so knowledgeable and kind, if you are looking for a coach; go no further and train with Fabian M!

Fantastic experience: Great place to work out in Albuquerque

Fantastic experience: I love it here! It is a clean and safe environment for everyone.

Fantastic experience: Quite a good gym to be honest with you especially the cost

Fantastic experience: Every time I travel to ABQ, I’m sure to hit up Iron Soul. Great gym with all the equipment you need - powerlifting, bodybuilding splits, strongman, etc. The day pass process is straightforward and they also have a great selection of shirts for sale to add to the collection.

Negative experience: Iron soul is a rip off. Save your money. You're better off going to Defined lol. The owner is rude and crass and though the front says they will refund you. The owner will tell you they never refund. Not to mention the things that have been stolen from customers. They keep it all hush and its bad vibes. JS save yourself trouble and money. Go ANYWHERE ELSE.

Fantastic experience: Clean facility, variety of equipment and staff is friendly.

Fantastic experience: Best Gym Period.

Fantastic experience: Maybe one day I'll get to go inside and actually work out but other than that it was a great atmosphere

Fantastic experience: It has access 24/7 365 for membership carriers...price is average but what is best is no contract it all

Fantastic experience: Love it here, I'm pretty picky about the atmosphere of various gyms and this one hit all the marks I was looking for. Iconic gym in my books.

Fantastic experience: Nice place! Lots of great equipment that you will not find in a "normal" commercial gym (duffalo bar, ssb, atlas stones, hip squat, and they even have a knee wrap roller). Very cool place...and lots of strong folks training there! Super awesome gym with great people.

Fantastic experience: Pretty sick gym for powerlifting and strongman, I don't think I've ever seen so many racks in one place. Some strong dudes too judging by the wall. Plenty of plates and specialized machines, and most importantly for me, 24 hr access. Edit: they opened into a second area, so there's a bit more space with two more racks, benches, and deadlift platforms. A general lack of ventilation sucks a bit during the heat.

Fantastic experience: Great no frills power lifting gym. I do two hours here 5 days a week and had zero issues so far. I once forgot to rack some plates and someone politely asked me to Re rack and that was that. Better than the other gyms I’ve tried.

Fantastic experience: Iron Soul has been without a doubt, the best gym experience that I've ever had. The people that workout here are here to work hard and it definitely affects your personal desires to become the best and strongest version of yourself. There's a high level of professionalism that shows through the cleanliness and quality of the equipment, the coaches that are passionate and supportive and the extremely affordable membership fee. Eric is a solid business owner and has provided a gift for people looking to better themselves. If you come here and dedicate yourself, you will become physically and mentally STRONG.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, friendly staff, great atmosphere, great equipment. I came here to take training more seriously and was helped with a trainer to get me started on the right track for a fair price. One of the best decisions I’ve made this year and I am excited to workout every time.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, everyone is very friendly and accepting. The 24/7 access for members makes it easy to work out no matter how hectic my schedule might be. 10/10 would recommend r

Fantastic experience: Great set up! Cool staff. Open 24hrs and plenty of work space.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in town

Fantastic experience: Best gym.

Fantastic experience: Best. Gym. Ever. Seriously, this gym is better than your gym and you should be jealous.

Positive experience: Is there a better powerlifting gym in ABQ? NO Are there better gyms to go to? Yes

Fantastic experience: This place has it all for the space. Came in from outta state for work and used the gym for 2 months. Got great daily workouts.

Fantastic experience: This place has it all for the space. Came in from outta state for work and used the gym for 2 months. Got great daily workouts.

Fantastic experience: This is the best gym I have ever gone to the owner Eric is a great guy the staff are nice and I've never gotten a better workout any where else

Fantastic experience: One the best locally owned gyms ever, a great keystone to the Albuquerque area. Eric is a great component to the local area and supporter of other local businesses, and the community

Fantastic experience: Great locally owned gym. No pressure and no hassle. Friendly supportive community and great trainers. All welcome.

Fantastic experience: Great place, the facility is very clean, fully equipped for any fitness routine and style. The staff are also very helpful, polite and professional.

Fantastic experience: I was in town visiting family for the last month or so and I didn't want to lapse on my training. I found Iron Soul via Google and I could instantly tell it was the place for me. Sign up was easy with no commitment; I just did one month. The monthly rate is *very* competitive. Great equipment and environment for folks that want to train hard and don't need frivolous amenities. I wish I could stay! I'll be back to train for my next visit though.

Fantastic experience: Great gym for hardcore lifters. No frills, all iron and soul. Fantastic for both strongman and powerlifting. Owner Eric is one the genuine good guys in the small business community. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Best Gym I ever experienced!!! the owner should consider making a Iron Soul Gym in Las Cruces they just have corporate gyms down there.... A gym like this would be Awesome in the city of crosses and a great part of the community!!

Fantastic experience: Hands down the best drop-in gym in Albuquerque for my infrequent needs. Only $10 for a day's worth of all the heavy metal you can move!

Fantastic experience: This is a great gym for power lifters, and general fitness. The owner is a great man, honest, and kind. Melton, a trainer, is absolutely amazing. He has transformed my husband in a safe manner. We couldn’t be happier about everything Iron Soul!

Fantastic experience: Great gym. The staff is very professional and friendly. The equipment is well taken care of, and the gym itself is very clean. I also appreciated the great customer service. Anytime I emailed the gym, I received a quick response. I really enjoyed working out at Iron Soul and hope to find another gym like it after I move.

Fantastic experience: Great gym for serious lifters who want to get better. Barbell focused, not a lot of machines but lots of people around to help is you need to learn. Newly expanded space, really means it is rarely too crowded.

Fantastic experience: Straight forward gym without all the fancy features you might find elsewhere. If you want to be left alone and get stronger then come here. If you want to meet some great people and get tips on how to get better, come here. Yes, most of the weights and equipment isn’t pretty but at the end of the day, it all weighs the same as any other gym. Owners and staff are extremely helpful and won’t try to upsell you on anything.

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere and friendly people

Fantastic experience: If you like to lift heavy, this is the place to go.

Fantastic experience: Gym is clean. This is my favorite gym.

Fantastic experience: Sick gym great management!

Negative experience: Worst gym, unprofessional staffs.

Fantastic experience: Great gym! Plenty of space to train!

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym. Great staff.

Fantastic experience: I decided to join and I just finished signing up(breezy). I feel confident that this place will give me more of what I want. I need more access hours and this place is 24hr. It feels professional and I like that they give you a key fab instead of a door code.I need good energy from people who take their training seriously and so far I find it there. Service was top notch on two occasions. Got a free tour a couple weeks back. Staff is courteous and fun loving.

Fantastic experience: Good gym, good people that are down to get after it. I recommend

Fantastic experience: I worked out at Iron Soul for about 2.5 years before work made me relocate. Couldn’t ask for a better gym to build strength. Has everything you need with no frills or gimmicks. Aside from the great facility which is open 24/7/365, the staff and gym community made this place special. Endless strong friendly people who’ll let you pick their brains, critique form, and help when they can. You might think you’re strong, but go down to Iron Soul and get humbled. Would recommend to anyone who’s serious about building strength and improving their bodies.

Fantastic experience: People are really laid back and chill. Everyone is upbeat and ready to get their work! This is a serious gym and if you're to get the bag & lift real iron this is the place for lifters

Fantastic experience: Always powerful good

Fantastic experience: Best gym ever

Fantastic experience: Power lifting gym with great ownership and a friendly atmosphere

Fantastic experience: Powerlifting gym with tons of bars and equipment. Great owners and staff

Positive experience: Love the equipment and atmosphere. Heavy weights, punching bag , dead lift areas, huge tires, log bar. Cannot wait to make progress here.

Positive experience: Good gym for the most part. I went here for less than a year. The owner, Eric, is cordial for the most part unless you bring up a safety concern, apparently. I brought up a safety concern to him and his immediate response was that it wasn't an issue and blew me off. I told him that somebody could get hurt and he responded that was why everybody signed waivers of liability. As an attorney that has written and litigated these waivers, I understood and explained that these waivers did not protect you from gross negligence claims, which can be proven by a failure to fix a known safety issue. He became cold and callous towards me after that, and did not address the safety issue in any way. I left a couple months later. Too bad, it was otherwise a decent gym. He also did not hesitate to boot me off his Facebook page as soon as I quit his gym, which seemed petty.

Fantastic experience: Best equipped gym I've ever been to in multiple major metro areas. Nothing is down for more than a week ever and equipment is only the best. Plenty of room, 24/7 access and music and chalk on demand. Can't get much better than this.