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The Forge — Iron Gorilla Army training facility
The Forge · Salt River, Cape Town

Forge Unbreakable
Strength & Discipline
Without the Chaos

A results-driven coaching brotherhood. Body, mind, and spirit — trained together. Not a commercial gym. A standard.

Unit 209 Salt Circle, Kent Str, Salt River, Cape Town

Why The Forge

Built on Three Pillars

Iron Gorilla is not a commercial gym. It is a systematic approach to becoming more — in every area of life.

Movement

Strength & Conditioning, Hybrid Group Classes, and Open Studio access. Every session is coach-led — not just supervised.

  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Hybrid Group Classes
  • Open Studio Access

Holistic Wellness

Physical transformation is the byproduct of deeper work. We train body, mind, and spirit together.

  • Mindset Coaching
  • Nutrition Guidance
  • Recovery Protocols

Brotherhood

We do not train alone. The community extends beyond the gym floor — into retreats, events, and daily accountability.

  • Community Events
  • Retreats & WODs
  • Accountability Groups
The Forge

Training Tracks

Three ways to train. Same standard across all of them — real coaching, real accountability, real results.

Ready to choose your rank?

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Weekly Schedule

Class Timetable

Doors open at 6AM Monday to Saturday. All sessions are coach-led — no wandering the floor alone.

Monday

6 AM – 7 AM — Strength & Muscle

6 PM — Entrepreneurship Class

6 PM – 8 PM — Boxing

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM — Strength & HIIT

Tuesday

6 AM – 7 AM — Strength & Muscle

6 PM – 8 PM — Boxing

Wednesday

6 AM – 7 AM — Strength & Muscle

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM — Strength & HIIT

Thursday

6 AM – 7 AM — Strength & Muscle

6 PM – 8 PM — Boxing

Friday

6 AM – 7 AM — Strength & Muscle

Saturday

By Appointment Only

Sunday

6 AM – 7 AM — Strength & Muscle

What Members Say

The Brotherhood Speaks

Not endorsements — honest accounts from members who showed up and did the work.

“Iron Gorilla is more than a brotherhood. The community pushes me to stay fit and always want to be better. We are an amalgam of aggression and compassion — exactly what I needed. I feel safe. I feel part of something.”
K Kamva Fisantekraal
Member since age 18
“I've lost 10kg being part of this community. What kept me going was knowing everyone here is on their own journey of self-betterment. It's not about the weight — it's about the journey everyone is on.”
D Deogracias Observatory
Lost 10kg · Since 2020
“I sometimes feel misunderstood. But Iron Gorilla has challenged me — not just physically in the boxing classes, but mentally too. That's the difference that keeps me coming back.”
M Micah Khayelitsha
Physically & Mentally Challenged
Membership

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees. No “call for rates.” Choose the tier that matches where you are right now.

Open Gym · Monthly

Studio Access

R 200 per month

Open gym access on your own terms. No coach required — just you, the equipment, and the iron.

  • Unlimited studio access
  • Self-directed training
  • Full equipment use
  • No lock-in contract
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Most Popular

Group Training · Monthly

Platoons

R 800 per month

Structured group training every week. The core membership for committed members who want community and accountability.

  • Unlimited group sessions
  • Coach-led programming
  • Community events access
  • No lock-in contract
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Personal Sessions · Pack of 4

Squads

R 950 per pack

Four personalized 1-on-1 sessions in one block. Serious coaching for serious results — R238 per session.

  • 4 personalized sessions
  • 1-on-1 coaching
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Progress tracking
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Not ready to commit? Try a drop-in first — no obligation, just show up and train.
The Coaches

Meet The Team

Every coach at The Forge is invested in your growth beyond the workout. They show up because they believe in the mission.

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Paul

Entrepreneur & Business Coach · Co-Founder

With over 20 years at CFO level across corporate South Africa, Paul brings executive experience and physical discipline together, training the whole person through business strategy, stress management, and accountability.

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Rhema

Boxing Coach · Co-Founder

An amateur boxer and certified boxing coach, Rhema teaches technique, discipline, and the mental edge that only combat sports develop. Inside these walls, aggression meets purpose.

03 / 05 Coach Othniel

Othniel

Personal Trainer · Strength & Conditioning

A certified personal trainer with over five years of hands-on experience. Othniel builds physical foundations through movement quality, progressive overload, and lasting consistency.

04 / 05 Coach Bongi

Bongi

Strength & Conditioning Specialist

Bongi brings a biotech background and a science-first approach to strength and conditioning. His coaching is built on precision and understanding how the body adapts.

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Junior

Calisthenics Coach

Junior specialises in bodyweight movement, relative strength, and functional fitness. Master your own body before you touch a weight — every rep is intentional.

How It Works

Your Path Into The Brotherhood

Three clear steps. No guesswork. No intimidation. Just show up.

01

Enlist

Book a free assessment or drop in for your first class. No commitment. Just show up ready to work.

02

Enter The Forge

Learn your foundations under expert coaching. Form before intensity — always.

03

Join The Community

Integrate into the community. Events, accountability, and people who hold the standard as high as you do.

Ready?

Your First Session Is Free

Zero pressure. No commitment. Come in, meet the coaches, and see if The Forge is where you belong.

Unit 209 Salt Circle, Kent Str, Salt River, Cape Town

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