Southside Athletic

Fantastic experience: This is a true gym. Owners are great people. All ages and sizes are welcomed. No judging!

Fantastic experience: Great gym for all lifters and casual exercise enthusiasts alike!

Fantastic experience: This gym is for people who are passionate about bettering themselves in fitness within a great community-feel gym. Although there are some big lifters, it really is a gym that is welcoming of people who want to workout and make improvements. The owners/trainers- Mike "Hammy", Jeff, and Joel, all have deep knowledge in all areas of sport performance, power lifting, Olympic Lifting...! I've been here for just a few months and am continually impressed by the members, training taking place, and overall feel of the gym! If you want a blue-collar gym with white collar training this is it. Regardless, stop in, say hi and I know you will be impressed!

Fantastic experience: Amazing Gym!

Fantastic experience: Very friendly atmosphere, and people were very accepting. Just a good place to work on yourself in, and feel good while doing it

Fantastic experience: Southside Athletic is so much more than a gym; it’s a family. The minute you walk in the door, you’re unconditionally welcomed and supported just as you are. I’ve never experienced another community like it!

Fantastic experience: Best atmosphere of any gym in the area.

Fantastic experience: Southside is an amazing space with dedicated owners. It's home every time I'm there!

Fantastic experience: Best atmosphere of any gym in the area. Just people looking to get strong.

Fantastic experience: Just trained here for my Powerlifting competition next week (I am from the Madison, WI area). The equipment is great, the people were very kind and supportive! I would definitely train here again when I am in the area. (An amazing assortment of power bars and calibrated pound plates)

Fantastic experience: Great gym. Supportive, fun environment.

Fantastic experience: This location has a wide variety of equipment that’s suitable for anyone that steps foot into this gym. The trainers are fantastic if group/individual workouts are what you’re looking for!

Fantastic experience: I like how this gym has a turf area with space to work on athletic movements, not just weights. Also the trainers that work there are top of the line for personal training.

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym! It has all the equipment you could possibly need and a good atmosphere for both beginners and serious lifters

Fantastic experience: BY FAR ONE OF THE BEST GYMS OUT HERE IN MINNEAPOLIS!! The owner was soo sweet to my husband and I we were just passing through town and he showed us around and welcomed us as if we knew eachother since forever! Definitely going back there again!! If you love lifting weights and powerlifting this is the gym for you! The equipment is amazing I finally got to try out a hack squat that I've been wanting to try for years know ! Over all I had an amazing experience so definitely give it a try it's a 5 star all the way!!!

Fantastic experience: Plenty of high-quality equipment, Rogue plates, and all essentials for an outstanding workout. The owner, Jared, was extremely helpful in getting me set up with short-term membership options. If you’re in the Twin Cities area and looking for a powerlifting gym, this is the place.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym for anyone. Jared is an amazing trainer that really cares about his clients and is extremely knowledgeable. He can adapt for a variety of injuries but also gets results. I don’t particularly enjoy working out but I know it is good for me, and Jared actually made it fun. I am not a power lifter, but I really enjoyed the gym ambiance and people. The people were friendly and overall it had a very positive vibe. Both gym and training rates are reasonable. If you want to support a local business that truly cares about their their clients- this is it! Overall great experience and if I hadn’t moved- I would still be there.

Fantastic experience: Southside Athletic is a wonderful complete workout studio. It is clean. Well maintained and has every piece of equipment to get a through workout! Weights of all sizes, for any need you have. The owners are personable, extremely knowledgeable and available for anyone. They are also licensed Trainers, I believe. I see alot of Trainers working with clients. This a great facility for any age! Mary Hughes/ Elliot Renneke

Fantastic experience: Been going here for a while. Lots of equipment, staff is engaged and supportive, and the gym overall has a good 'community' feel.

Fantastic experience: They put on a Dead Lift competition only for anyone that wanted to compete in it! They people from all over the state involved! It wasn't a sanctioned event but the next thing to it and a lot of PR's set and couple awesome trophies to the winners! Scott S. put on a great event, they had food, drinks, judges, and plenty of staff on hand that handled the event!️

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym! Great members and even better owners who are very dedicated!

Fantastic experience: Great place to get a good workout in! I like the atmosphere and all the equipment they have!

Fantastic experience: Great environment and equipment! Jared helped set me up me years ago and ive been there ever since

Fantastic experience: No nonsense, this gym is one of the best around. Whether you're trying to get bigger, or if you want to just lose that quarantine flub.

Fantastic experience: Great gym with tons of equipment and room to train!

Fantastic experience: I'm from Nebraska and have competed in two powerliftng meets here, the atmosphere at the gym is amazing. Love working with the team at Southside.

Fantastic experience: Southside gym has the best equipment and atmosphere out of any gym I have been to by a long shot. The owners and members are very encouraging, and get excited over anyone's new personal record. At this gym people know you name. It is a community as well as the best gym. Southside also hosts a few powerlifting meets, as well as numerous charity events per year. It is good seeing a local business that cares about the community and those who are less fortunate! No possible way to go wrong with Southside!

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym, super helpful owners, great prices. Best place to lift in southern metro.

Fantastic experience: Came to Soutside to build a healthier me, and to be stronger, which led to so much more than that. I found a community that supports my lifting, gained opportunities to learn from those dedicated to their sport, and was able to participate in gym sponsored events that just tied all those experiences together. I’m very thankful to the owners for creating the space that they did, and thankful to the community for their encouragement.

Fantastic experience: Great Gym staff very friendly, Clean equipment!

Fantastic experience: I started out here a member, years ago. I eventually became an owner and I couldn't be happier. I give this gym 5 stars because of the atmosphere and the sense of community that's provided by my members. I'll always go out of my way to continually add to Southside but I'd like to give my members the rating they deserve. For any incoming folks that are reading this, you'll notice once you walk through those doors that the atmosphere here is second to none.

Fantastic experience: Southside Athletic is by far my favorite place to train in Minnesota. Jared and Joel are great guys and great hosts. Whether you powerlift, bodybuild, do strongman, or just come in to stay healthy, Southside has it all. I travel a lot and they by far have the best facility I've seen. Hit them up if you ever have a chance.

Fantastic experience: This is a great gym with tons of powerlifting, olympic lifting, and strongman equipment. Awesome friendly owners and lots of extra activities going on there. Convenient location right off of 35W.

Fantastic experience: If you are interesting in joining a family to grow in all areas of life, come to southside. The environment is second to none, the owners Jared & Joel care about every individual member and love helping people pursue strength. New lifter or seasoned strength competitor, this is the place to be. Come in for a day/week/lifetime to train at a gym that loves seeing people grow.

Fantastic experience: If you are in the market for a quality powerlifting/ bodybuilding type of gym this is the one I would recommend. Joel and Jered ( Owners) are 2 legit to quit....it's a great atmosphere with great equiptment.

Fantastic experience: Joel and Jared are Beasts! best gym around, I've not seen a more diverse powerlifting gym around. Commitment and dedication to their clients doesn't get any better! Keep up the hard work boys!!!!!

Fantastic experience: I was stuck in the menotany of the LA Fitness and lifetime until I was referred to Southside Athletic. The atmosphere at this gym is second to none and it will make you achieve better results from your workouts. Not to mention the culture of this gym is great and if you need advice on how to execute a certain exercise, the staff has a wealth of knowledge to help you out!!! Your going to want to lift here if you want to perform better and become stronger!!!!

Fantastic experience: The community of the gym is that of family. The owners Joel and Jared are great guys to be around, and will assist however they can. There's also great equipment for strongman, which is what I joined for, and it's only gotten better in the year I've been here.

Fantastic experience: You can work out anywhere but if you want to meet your goals work out at south side athletic. The people are incredible and gladly help spot or lift with you.

Fantastic experience: This place is the real deal. If you want a trainer who will actively help you meet your goals and not just passively manage a workout session you should check it out. I was referred by a friend a couple months ago after moving south of the city. In my time there since I couldn't be happier. Everyone there, both trainers and members have been really helpful with focus on technique and an importance on setting goals for yourself. Couldn't be happier, give it a shot!

Fantastic experience: This is the gym for you!!! Whether you're looking for a place to lift and not be bothered or you want a sense of community. Southside is whatever you need it to be. The owners are the best of the best and this place has everything a lifter could want. Stop in and get a look around. Make sure you have a gym bag though because you won't want to leave!

Fantastic experience: Perfect atmosphere ! Whether you wanna be left alone or lift with the strongest around, they have all the tools. Also on a first name basis your first time threw the door. Great place to train!!

Fantastic experience: Once you go to Southside you'll never want to go anywhere else. I drive an hour round trip almost everyday to Southside because no other gym compares to them. The atmosphere is perfect for achieving your goals, whether you compete in powerlifting, bodybuilding, strongman, or just work out to stay in shape Southside is the place to go. The members/trainers are friendly and always willing to give you advice/spot you. If you're serious about achieving your fitness goals stop into Southside athletic today!

Fantastic experience: I spend a lot of time in the Burnsville area and have become a member to have a place to work out while in town. The staff is super friendly and helpful. I have seen a huge difference in the way I look and feel with the help of these kind folks. I recommend this gym big time.

Fantastic experience: I walked in and instantly felt at home. There's almost always an owner on site, willing to help with whatever is needed. It's a competitive environment that you just can't seem to stay away from!

Fantastic experience: This gym is awesome. Everyone I have met have been very friendly and willing to help out when you need it. Facility is great with practically everything you could ever need to train. Great environment for any fitness level or experience level.

Fantastic experience: Great people! Great gym! A hardworking atmosphere. If you want to get stronger in area of your fitness this is a great gym to start at and or visit. The equipment is high quality, they have great power racks, strong man equipment and your general fitness machines. They are always improving there facilities to acomidate any needs they see for multi training athletes. Stong men and women is the biproduct of this gym!

Fantastic experience: Southside Athletic in Burnsville is a top notch gym for serious lifters who desire the best equipment for focus on power-lifting or strength conditioning. The owners are fully involved in the business as trainers and elevating the customer experience as their number one priority. Good location for anyone on either side of the river near Hwy 13 and 12th Ave S!

Fantastic experience: I have found that this ancient Viking poem best describes Southside Athletic: There comes Fenris' twin His jaws are open wide The serpent rises from the waves Jormundgandr twists and turns Mighty in his wrath The eyes are full of primal hate Thor Odin's son Protector of mankind Rise to meet your fate Your destiny awaits Thor Hlôdyn's son Protector of mankind Rise to meet your fate Ragnarök awaits Vingthor rides to face The snake with hammer high At the edge of the world Bolts of lightning fills the air As Mjölner does its work The dreadful serpent roars in pain Thor Odin's son Protector of mankind Rise to meet your fate Your destiny awaits Thor Hlôdyn's son Protector of mankind Rise to meet your fate Ragnarök awaits Mighty Thor grips the snake Firmly by it's tongue Lifts his hammer high to strike Soon his work is done Vingtor sends the giant snake Bleeding to the depth Twilight of the thundergod Ragnarök awaits Twilight of the thundergod Thor Odin's son Protector of mankind Rise to meet your fate Your destiny awaits Thor Hlôdyn's son Protector of mankind Rise to meet your fate Ragnarök awaits

Fantastic experience: I'm not the biggest guy here or certainly the strongest but I can tell you that I've gotten better, faster and stronger since working out here. This is a no nonsense gym that loves its members and keeps the community going. It may not look like much based on location but you'd be hard pressed to find a gym with this many encouraging people who work hard and train harder. Bonus points for the shouts of encouragement on PRs and crazy lift attempts.

Fantastic experience: Great gym! Great atmosphere, great variety of equipment, and great trainers/knowledge available. I would highly recommend this gym for all from serious lifters to the casual fitness spectrum. You won't be disappointed if you give it a try!