Built for People Who Are Serious.
Founded in 2014 by competitive powerlifter Marcus Cole, Iron Edge is Portland's premier strength and conditioning gym.
From a 600 sq ft Garage to 15,000 sq ft.
Marcus started training clients out of his garage in 2013. Within a year he had a waitlist. He leased a 2,000 sq ft space, filled it in six months, and moved to the current 15,000 sq ft facility in 2017.
Today, Iron Edge has 2,400+ members, 22 certified coaches, and 30+ classes per week. The waitlist is still a thing — but we always find room for people who are serious about changing their lives.
10 Years of Progress.
Marcus trains his first 8 clients out of his 600 sq ft garage. Waitlist forms within 6 months.
First commercial location — 2,000 sq ft on NW Glisan. Filled to capacity in 90 days.
Move to the current 15,000 sq ft facility at 418 NW Davis. Recovery room and cold plunge added.
2,400+ members. 22 coaches. 30+ weekly classes. Still the same mission: serious results for serious people.
Your Coaches.
Marcus competed in powerlifting for a decade before finding his calling as a coach. He founded Iron Edge in 2014 with a vision: elite-level training for everyday people who are serious about results. He has coached over 200 athletes to competition podiums.
Tanya bridges the gap between training and lifestyle. Her evidence-based approach to nutrition coaching has helped hundreds of Iron Edge members break through plateaus and sustain long-term results. No fads. No gimmicks.
Daniel brings infectious energy to every class he leads. As Group Fitness Director, he develops the class curriculum, trains new instructors, and personally coaches 12 classes per week. Energy not optional.
Our Values.
No Judgment, Ever
Whether you are 65 and getting off the couch for the first time, or training for your third powerlifting meet — you belong here.
Results-Driven
We track. We measure. We adjust. Every program is built around your specific goals and what the data says is working.
Community First
Iron Edge members do not ghost each other. The community accountability effect is real — and it keeps people coming back.
Evidence-Based
No bro-science. No fad diets. Every training method and nutrition recommendation is grounded in peer-reviewed research.