Powershop Gym

Fantastic experience: Updating this years later to add that this is a very special gym. You may not appreciate it as such until you move to a big city and realize that gyms with barbells (and CrossFit equipment, and spin bikes, and treadmills, and Nautilus-style weight machines—and more) are hard to find, hard to get to, and expensive. Others can attest to the community, the group classes, the various trainers, but I would say that even apart from those things, this kind of gym in a town of Brookings’ size is a gift we don’t deserve and probably ahead of its time. If the few data I’ve seen about strength training’s benefits for diabetes (metabolic syndrome) and frailty (aging-related diseases like sarcopenia and osteoporosis) are correct, then the Powershop is offering a public health benefit that is underappreciated. This is more so when you consider that at least one trainer at this gym coaches “athletes of aging” specifically. It’s a very good, even great gym, and you should go to it. === Listening to a podcast from a strength coach I respect, I heard him say that his gym was probably one of the few in the world that made chalk and lifting belts available to its members. I heard that and thought, “Well, I know another one.” The Powershop does offer chalk and lifting belts for its members—as well as most other equipment you could want (see below). The membership prices are reasonable. Clientele generally keep to themselves and seem pretty respectful to me. I have no problem suggesting it to you as a worthwhile gym. [A larger note on equipment: Powershop has several (I think 5-6 fully equipped) power racks/Olympic lifting platforms (with bumper plates), a full selection of dumbbells and kettlebells from 3 to 80 lbs. each, CrossFit equipment, bikes (spinning, normal recumbent exercise bikes, one airbike), ellipticals, treadmills, isolation exercise machines, mats, a heavy bag, and probably some other things I don’t know about.]

Fantastic experience: Powershop is an awesome gym! They have all the equipment you could possibly need, friendly staff, and have cultivated a space that is welcoming to diverse community members. I am grateful to have this gym in the Brookings community. The price is also excellent value!

Fantastic experience: Amazing staff, amazing equipment, amazing environment. I’m always leaving feeling better than I did before. Definitely worth the membership!

Fantastic experience: The staff and equipment here are awesome! Bonus is that there are dogs here sometimes :)

Fantastic experience: Great people, equipment, and gym!

Fantastic experience: Great Christian gym with 24/7 access. Loved it when I was going to SDSU and it still is awesome when I moved back 25 years later. They have stood the test of time.

Fantastic experience: Recently started at Powershop Gym, and it’s everything I’ve ever needed to get back into working out. Staff is wonderful, gym goers are polite and helpful, judgement free zone, gym is clean, and 24/7!

Fantastic experience: Great facility, excellent machines and variety.

Negative experience: Just tried to do a drop in here and was required to give written credit card information including the 3 digit code and zip code to train. I was told that was "in case I broke something". Never in 25 years of travelling for work and training in gyms have I been asked for this type of info. Insane.

Fantastic experience: Well equipped, friendly staff . Open 24/7

Fantastic experience: My wife and I moved to Brookings in December 2024 and were looking for a new gym that wasn’t too corporate but was also open 24/7. Several people in town referred us to PowerShop and we love it! Awesome culture, people, and equipment. Highly recommend to people new to Brookings!

Fantastic experience: Best gym I've been able to get a guest pass while traveling for work! Easy sign up, 24hr access, and great equipment selection! Thanks for hosting me!

Fantastic experience: Wife and I used to go here when we lived in town. Great gym, even better staff and members. It is worth joining

Fantastic experience: Great gym and friendly environment! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Very clean gym. Amazing atmosphere. Very kind staff. Great equipment and machines.

Positive experience: Great gym overall with nice, clean facilities and a range of equipment. Anyone’s welcome from casual gym goers to serious lifters. Great atmosphere and people

Fantastic experience: Excellent amenities and great staff at a very reasonable price of membership.

Fantastic experience: The staff is always super friendly and the gym is kept clean with access to machines!

Fantastic experience: Great equipment, good community, affordable, and most importantly great ownership

Fantastic experience: So far so good. Having a wonderful time getting good work done!

Fantastic experience: Great workout space! Well-equipped. 24/7. Classes included in the membership! Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: I found it better to work out here than the college gym l, its cheap and affordable too

Fantastic experience: Been going here almost 20 years. Great staff and great owners. Would recommend to anybody looking for a great environment.

Fantastic experience: 10/10 very anabolic

Fantastic experience: Easily the best gym I’ve been too! Has two levels full of pieces of equipment that are super great! Multiple of things which makes it easy to lift when busy and being 24/7 just adds the cherry on top. Owners and employees are also super nice!!! Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: I love Powershop! The atmosphere of the gym and staff is so uplifting. There are motivational quotes throughout the entire gym and I feel like the staff genuinely wants me to be my best. The gym itself is very clean and all the machines are in great condition. They have every machine I could want! The owners are very kind and helpful and give many workout class opportunities as well. Overall, I really love Powershop and would 100% recommend!

Fantastic experience: It’s a great gym. Very nice and friendly atmosphere. This place has every machine or weight you need to have a great workout experience.

Fantastic experience: Love the atmosphere, great equipment. Love it!!

Fantastic experience: Best gym in the Brookings area. Tons of machines and free weights. Lots of great cardio equipment, treadmills, bikes, stair steppers etc. No gym compares!

Fantastic experience: Easily the best gym in Brookings!

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Brookings by far! Left for a year, but I just had to come back for a membership!

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Brookings

Fantastic experience: Love the equipment and unique vibe of this gym also appreciate that it is 24hrs !!

Fantastic experience: Great hometown gym with a wide selection of equipment. Hammer Strength, Cybex, and Paramount, and Icarian machines. Dumb bells up to 120lbs. Friendly staff!

Fantastic experience: Great gym!

Fantastic experience: Great gym! I’m a college student at SDSU, and the employees at Power Shop have always been great to me!

Fantastic experience: Great gym with all you can ask for equipment. Positive atmosphere and amazing staff.

Fantastic experience: Nice, clean equipment, good vibes.

Fantastic experience: Clean environment. Super homey with great equipment!

Fantastic experience: I really appreciate this gym. It has well maintained equipment, plenty of space, very reasonably priced and has a strong community. Everyone on staff is very personable and makes this gym great.

Fantastic experience: This gym has it all! A ton of equipment to choose from and it’s very clean. I love all the inspirational signs throughout the gym too. I’ll recommend Powershop to everyone!

Fantastic experience: Powershop is an amazing gym and is so convenient especially since it’s 24/7.

Fantastic experience: Great variety of free weights and machines. Good atmosphere and staff.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Brookings. Open 24/7 makes it perfect for my schedule

Fantastic experience: Highly suggest this gym if you are looking for a 24/7 gym. Has great equipment, is clean and it’s not crowded with people. Great positive environment to be a part of.

Fantastic experience: I recently switched to Powershop and love it! I work out before work so being able to go at 4:30 is a major quality that I appreciate. The gym itself is always clean. It has all the equipment I need for any type of work out, whether it be full body, legs, upper body, or cardio. There is space for free weights to do what you want as well as machines, benches, racks. I couldn’t recommend Powershop more!

Fantastic experience: Best gym in brookings love the staff and all the equipment. I love how it’s also 24 hour available

Fantastic experience: best gym in brookings

Fantastic experience: Was very good

Fantastic experience: This is a great gym for all! I’ve been a member for over a year and I’ve never had a bad experience. The have every piece of equipment you could need to reach whatever goals you have in the gym, and the staff is very friendly and welcoming!

Fantastic experience: Great gym with all sorts of equipment and always a friendly staff!

Fantastic experience: This is a great gym for anyone. They have excellent equipment and great variety. If you are a powerlifter, body builder or just a general strength training client the Powershop has what you need. They offer many great group training sessions and provide a welcoming, family, non judgmental environment. Come join the Powershop family today to begin your journey of strength.

Positive experience: As a former manager of several gyms and a life long athlete; Powershop Gym is one of the most well rounded gyms in SoDak. Period! Their abundance of equipment and well thought out space, allow you to workout without the worry of waiting on equipment. And in the current era of fitness popularity, not waiting on equipment is a big deal!

Fantastic experience: Always look forward to Sunday’s Run Ride Row!

Fantastic experience: The equipment is harder to use which is good, better workout!

Fantastic experience: Very clean, friendly, locally owned gym. Lots of equipment to chose from. Personal trainers available. 24/7 access is very nice. The owners and staff are fantastic. Support a small local business y'all!

Fantastic experience: The best gym I’ve went to since I started 3 years ago. I recommend everyone to get a membership here it has everything you’d ever want!

Fantastic experience: I love The Powershop gym! I've been training for 30 years in some capacity and this place is one of the best gyms I've ever trained at. The equipment is great, and there's a great variety for anyone training for anything. So happy to call this gym "home"

Fantastic experience: The facility itself is top-notch, featuring a wide array of state-of-the-art equipment and spacious workout areas. Whether you're into weightlifting, cardio, or group classes, there’s something for everyone. What’s more, the gym fosters a sense of community that motivates you to push your limits and achieve your fitness goals

Fantastic experience: It’s a good gym and you get a free shirt for reviewing

Fantastic experience: Powershop has the best staff and a great atmosphere for a superb workout! I have enjoyed my time as a member!

Fantastic experience: It is a very welcoming gym for all body sizes. It also has a large variety of workout equipment.

Fantastic experience: Powershop is a great gym! Very clean and well keep equipment! A great variety of equipment to suit everyone’s needs. Friendly and knowledgable staff.

Fantastic experience: Friendly environment with great equipment, perfect for people at all stages of fitness journey

Fantastic experience: I have been at this gym since 2006! I have competed in bodybuilding and powerlifting competitions. Best equipment available and I have referred several others to this gym as well. Check it out!

Fantastic experience: I love the community that PSG has created. Working out with a small group is a highlight of my day!

Fantastic experience: AWESOME gym! Was a member in high school, had no question that that would be my gym when I came back to Brookings. Friendly, very helpful! Wish I was still in Brookings enjoying the facility!

Fantastic experience: The best gym in Brookings for free weights, machines, cardio, and most importantly... the staff. Been working out here for more than 20 years and I can't get enough. When it comes to support, Pam, Greg, and Tonya are the best. The community they build is second to none. Talk to these guys, this is a gym to want to consult with, be it casual or hardcore strength traing. They've got you.

Fantastic experience: great gym! worked out here since 2019 and have always enjoyed it. staff is friendly and helpful if you need them, but it’s open for members 24/7 which is a nice bonus. this is a gym that has everything you need without getting too fancy.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been attending small group training at Powershop Gym for quite some time and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. The facility is always clean and well-maintained, and the equipment is top-notch and regularly updated. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to offer advice or assistance. Tonya is such a great motivator and trainer and keeps me coming back for more. Even when I am sore! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned lifter, Powershop has everything you need to achieve your goals!

Fantastic experience: Honestly really enjoy Powershop Gym in brookings. Great local gym with a variety of equipment, amenities, and a helpful staff and coaches to help you reach your fitness goals!

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym, welcoming environment and great people. Would recommend to anyone!

Fantastic experience: Definitely the best gym in Brookings! Great equipment for powerlifting, and super friendly staff!

Fantastic experience: A very cozy gym, always clean. Lots of different machines! Staff is kind!

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Brookings.

Fantastic experience: Amazing equipment selection and friendly people and service!

Fantastic experience: Not busy compared to other gyms, great selection of machines.

Fantastic experience: The PSG has been the place where I exercise for almost 10 years. The staff are always hospitable and helpful. They have a wealth of experience and talent and you can tell they have a passion for fitness and healthy living. My whole family has benefited from their programs, classes and support of our health journey. I recommend them whole heartedly to anyone that is looking for a place to feel that they belong in a gym. The Powershop is THE place in Brookings to get fit, healthy and strong!

Fantastic experience: Everyone there is incredibly kind and encouraging. All of the trainers treat you like family and you never feel like your out of place. Joining the training classes was one of the best thing I ever did. It's a great way to have fun while working out!

Fantastic experience: The staff of the Powershop is friendly and helpful, and the gym is clean and well-organized. A wide variety of machines and weights offers the capability to work out without getting bored, 24/7/365. The Powershop is a great asset to Brookings.

Fantastic experience: Powershop Gym has an awesome selection of equipment. I also use there training program 3 days a week and try to workout on my own 2 days. I recommend Powershop Gym and their training staff to anyone. I feel the experience the last 7 months has improved my health greatly.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, great equipment, friendly staff.

Fantastic experience: This is a great place to workout. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Any question or help you need they are all willing to be of assistance.

Fantastic experience: The Powershop Gym is, by far, the BEST gym in Brookings. I've tried them all and keep coming back to PSG because they do EVERYTHING the right way. They have a very knowledgeable staff that can offer valuable advice with everything from training to nutrition. I feel they are genuinely interested in helping me achieve my fitness goals and are always approachable when I have questions. I never have to wait for equipment and the gym has everything you could want in equipment in order to vary your workouts. Gregg and Pam have over 20 in the gym industry and regular fixtures in the gym. They are truly on-site owners. The facility is clean, the equipment is modern and kept in like new condition and the staff is knowledgeable and helpful....everything I expect in a gym.

Fantastic experience: The Powershop is a very convenient place for where I live. It features a lot of machines and weights that are great for beginning or for advanced people. And It's open 24 hours all year long.

Fantastic experience: Truth be told I am wont to grade other facilities of this kind in light of the exceptional circumstance that is Powershop. The machines work, the area is clean and the staff invariably courteous -- even if the patron is of curmudgeonly persuasion.

Fantastic experience: I started with the group trainings three months after having my third c-section. In just two months I went from 36% body fat to 20%. I love that the trainers mix things up. We never do the same circuit twice! The nutritionists are helpful and attentive as well, making this the best all-around fitness program I've ever done (and I've done my fair share!). I am definitely committed to this gym...especially after all the commitment the staff, trainers, and other group members have shown me! :)

Fantastic experience: We have belonged to the Powershop since 2004 and have appreciated the different types of equipment and classes available. The staff is outstanding and we appreciate the personal training that we have received. They are always there to help.

Fantastic experience: GREAT PLACE TO WORK OUT!! FRIENDLY STAFF CLEAN ENVIRONMENT. STAFF IS VERY HELPFUL WITH ANY QUESTIONS.

Fantastic experience: Where You can Build your Personal "Castle".

Fantastic experience: Feels like family at the Powershop Gym!

Fantastic experience: The Powershop Gym has been a blessing to me. I have only been a client since June but it has helped transform my life. My health has improved 10 fold since I have been going to the Powershop. The staff and trainers are all very friendly and supportive in every way. They have always treated me with respect and been very good at keeping me on track for the goals I have set. My trainer pushes me when I need it and explains what every exercise is doing to improve my wellness. Thanks to everyone there my life is improving.

Fantastic experience: The team at the Powershop Gym, along with the Advocare product line, have helped me lose weight, get in shape and feel great. Everyone is very friendly and truly concerned about your health and well-being. When I'm there, I feel like it's a second home. I love the people I work out with and the trainers keep the workouts challenging and fun!

Fantastic experience: Great place. Awesome staff. Most variety in equipment and now crossfit too! !!!

Fantastic experience: Powershop Gym has it going on. Their team is super impressive and the training programs are great. Hands down the place to be if you want serious results.

Fantastic experience: One of the best gyms I have ever been too. Awesome equipment and lots of variety . Let’s you use chalk. Great for all levels of training

Fantastic experience: One of the best gyms I have ever been too. Awesome equipment and lots of variety . Let’s you use chalk. Great for all levels of training

Fantastic experience: Read this review! I was/am in Brookings for 4 days visiting family but needed a place to escape to (you know how it is) and get my gym fix. I contacted a couple gyms to ask if I could purchase a 3 day membership or pay each day I used their facility. Snap whatever didn't try very hard, they told me they would call me back after talking to the manager, no call, no vm. I called PowerShop and talked to Sierra (only her 3rd day). She talked to mgmt and got me a keyfob for $15 and free use of the gym! They had no need to allow an out of towner into their facility but they did and I am so grateful. Saturday and Sunday morning early so far and I plan on Monday and possibly Tuesday. Regarding the gym itself... I'm used to a massive gym and didn't realize how much I'd enjoy a small one. PS gym is about 5000sq/ft? Main floor is mostly freeweights with a drop down area in the back for kb classes. Upstairs is stationary equipment, cable machines and a few Hammer Strength. There is a lot going on inside but it doesn't feel crowded at all. Someone really thought the layout through. If I lived in Brookings I would have a membership to PSG without a doubt. Thank you to the staff for saving my sanity. Edit 8/24 I had the chance to say thanks to management for being so generous when I turned in my fob. She gave me a free PSG t-shirt! If you're in Brookings, you need to patronize this business.

Positive experience: Very friendly environment. Equipment is a little dated but maintained fairly well.

Fantastic experience: Favorite gym I've ever been a part of! Great space, great equipment, and great people.