The Forge: Personal Training Studio

Pawtucket, United States

5

6 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 401-500-3190
Website:
theforgeri.com
Address:
999 Main St Studio 711b, Pawtucket, RI, 02860
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
2.5 miBroadway and Benefit
2.5 miProvidence Station
2.7 miStop C
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Local time (Pawtucket) 21:17 Saturday, 24 May 2025

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Description

Specialties

Offering a one of a kind personal training environment where building strength, mastery of movement and education are primary goals. We specialize in 1 on 1, couples and very small group training (up to 4) in a space that was customized by us to maximize effectiveness. The Forge believes that clients should be coached using the most effective methods possible, while integrating an educational component to maximize long term adherence and success. We are concerned with a high level of client care and treat every client’s achievement as our own. Wellness, health and fitness are lifelong pursuits: The Forge: Strength For Life.

History

Established in 2011.

Opened in November of 2011 owner and head trainer Leo Desforges has built a facility that best suits his training/​coaching style. Ever since he has been privileged to work with many incredible clients, helping them on their lifelong fitness journeys.

Meet the Business Owner

Leo D.

Business Owner

The Forge is owned and operated by Leo Desforges, who holds two professional certifications. For his entire career, Leo has held the title of Certified Personal Trainer, issued by the American Council on Exercise. In 2012 he became certified as a High School Strength and Conditioning Coach, by the International Youth Coaching Association.

Leo has been professionally training clients for almost a decade, since graduating from Ithaca College. He has been seriously engaged in athletics and weight training since his early teens. Leo has a long-​fostered passion for teaching and coaching clients. The Forge Personal Training Studio is a reflection of this passion. His athletic interests include, but are not limited to, power lifting, hiking, cycling, tennis, baseball, Frisbee and basketball. Other interests include hanging out with family and friends (especially his wife!), cooking, philosophy and reading.

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6 reviews of The Forge: Personal Training Studio

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Place rating: 5
Pawtucket, RI
This place is more than just a workout facility. It is a positive uplifting and forward thinking. It gets your mind and your body moving in the right direction I highly recommend
Place rating: 5
Riverside, RI
This is a no nonsense, no frills place to get strong, move better, and feel better. Leo is a great trainer!
Place rating: 5
Somerville, MA
I’ve trained with Leo several times, though not regularly, for several years. I’ve really enjoyed training at The Forge — it is a simple space with exactly one objective — to provide you with the tools and resources to leave better than you came in, regardless of your goal.
Leo has been incredibly helpful in helping me devise a training plan that works, gut-​checking the work I’m doing and helping me focus on my motivation over setbacks.
A knowledgeable, invested and committed coach is key to success when it comes to achieving athletic goals and Leo has all three of those qualities in spades.
Place rating: 5
Pawtucket, RI
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I set out to look for a personal trainer but Leo really put me at ease and didn’t try to sell me a bridge in matter of expectations. We talked about goals and my strength and weakness. I felt very comfortable in the setting and I think it’s the most important in this matter.
I’ve been training with Leo for a month and a half, once a week. I feel the price tag is worth the service, I feel stronger and more in confidence when I walk into the studio, the facility is clean and serves perfectly the purpose.
If you’re looking for a radical change in your gym routine, I feel very comfortable sending you The Forge’s way.
Place rating: 5
Providence, RI
I have been training at the Forge since the first week it opened. I have never felt stronger, fitter and overall healthier than I do now. Leo specifically programs for your individual goals and assures that you progress each week. This is NOT a cookie cutter program. He also is not too pushy and aggressive, unless that’s what you want… Two of my personal achievements are being able to do 3 pull ups and being able to deadlift 300 lbs… now that’s badass!
The Forge is a cool place in an old mill building full of charm, character, and a supportive, grassroots feel. The space has rubber floors and appropriate plates, so it’s okay to drop weights.
If you are looking for a personal or small group space, this place is way better than most box gyms and you get so much more bang for your buck! Come check it out.
Place rating: 5
North Providence, RI
I train with Leo once a week, and in the past year I have gotten significantly stronger, lost fat and increased muscle, all while remaining basically the same size — which is exactly what my goal was! Who wants to deal with shopping for a new wardrobe.
The no-​frills setup of his studio has exactly what you need, and wastes nothing on what you don’t need. He is very informed on strength training, nutrition and endurance.
If you’re looking for a personal trainer, or just want to develop some new routines, I highly recommend checking this place out. A great alternative between crossfit and typical gyms.
(sidenote: I indicated «good for kids» …meaning teenagers. He’s also a certified high school strength and conditioning coach.)