Underground Strength and Conditioning Inc.

USC is more than just a gym but a full on community. I have lived in Ottawa for almost 11 years and never have found such a wonderful group of fitness people. The programming is spot on, the coaches do a great job of providing feedback and make any modifications necessary for you to be successful and improve, and the members of the gym are so welcoming. I wish I could give more than 5 stars!

USC is an amazing gym! I have been regularly attending USC for a year and love it. Karine and Dan are fantastic trainers — knowledgeable, welcoming and supportive. My fitness level is the best it’s ever been and the workouts are fun and varied.

Not sure where to start but USC IS absolutely amazing in so many facets; knowledge, passion, and most importantly the coaches listen and care about your progress and personal fitness. This is a very small gym which allows for a lot of personalized advice which I have benefited from. Working out at usc is actually fun and is something I look forward to every day. When I miss a day my day just isn’t the same.

The coaches are able to adapt to injuries by modifying workouts and providing exercises for a quicker recovery. Thank you to Dan, Karine, Matt, Sasha for all of your support…I have improved so much since I started at usc and I know I will continue that trajectory with your support.

USC is an unbelievably great gym that has had a really positive impact on my life.
They offer elite quality training and programming, which they are happy to modify as much as needed to ensure all fitness levels are welcome.
In the past I have been frustrated by other gyms that had a “Beast Mode” mentality in their workouts and programming, that led to frequent burnout and injury.
USC methodically programs their workouts into training blocks to focus on improving certain movements/skills throughout the year, with deload weeks scheduled in at appropriate times
Their programming allows to sustainability and consistency in training. Each workout starts with a strategic mobility session and warm-up to get your body adequately primed for the workout to come. Then you are coached on every movement to ensure proper form and technique.
The gym has an easy-going atmosphere. We all take fitness seriously there and some compete with each other for fun, but we always make time to laugh and have a good time.
100% recommended.

First off, there’s always something to be said about small businesses - they actually care about their members. No matter your fitness background or injuries, Karine and Dan will find the best way to work with you to reach your fitness goals and surpass them. Thank you for always being there for us, for your flexibility on the fly to adapt workouts and make them work for us, and for your patience teaching us the right way to lift heavy things.