Functional fitness · Rietondale, Pretoria
WORK HARD.STAY HUMBLE.Powershack Gym - functional fitness and cross-training in Rietondale, Pretoria
Community functional fitness in Rietondale, Pretoria. Group cross-training built for every level - first-timers to competitors.
The Gym
More than a gym. A crew.
Powershack is a community-first functional fitness facility in Rietondale, Pretoria. We treat cross-training as a lifestyle: safe, effective exercise that carries into everyday life.
Every session is coached, scaled to your level, and done shoulder-to-shoulder with people who want you to finish strong. No mirrors, no egos - just work.
We have been a small crew since 2017 - small enough that a coach still knows your name, your niggles and what you lifted last week, even in a full class.
The Shack
Tin roof. Real work.
Pulled straight from our Google listing, not a brand shoot. A tin roof at the back of a school, a rig, a stack of plates and a crew that shows up - that's the whole facility, and it's all we've ever needed.
Training
How we train
One coached class in Rietondale, scaled to whoever walks in. Barbell strength, gymnastics and conditioning are parts of the same session - not separate programmes you have to choose between.
Group Cross-Training
Our one class, every session. Most days open on an anchor lift with structured accessory work, then gymnastics and conditioning built on top - so you get measurably stronger week over week without ever training only one thing. A coach picks your version of every movement before the clock starts.
Barbell strengthGymnasticsConditioning & engineMobilitySports Team Conditioning
Dedicated 14:30 and 15:30 slots for school and club sports teams - engine building, speed and injury-proofing for the season.
Enquire for your school or clubBeginners Welcome
Never trained before? Perfect. Every movement has an on-ramp and a coach beside you. Your first session is a drop-in away.
The Powershack Platform
Your training,
tracked and coached
Members get the full daily programming, their scores and the leaderboards on the Powershack platform - in any browser, on any device.
- The daily workout, published straight from your coaches
- Log scores, chase PRs and climb the gym leaderboard
- Track progress, readiness and training load over time
Timetable
Class times
Coached classes run Monday to Friday afternoons and evenings, so you can train after school or after work. Every slot is a full class - walk in, warm up, get coached.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Reserved for school and club sports teams. Every other slot is an open class - anyone can book in.
Times can shift on holidays - check with us if unsure.
New here? Start with a free intro. Members book any slot from the app.
Pricing
Simple, honest rates
No contracts, no joining fee, no sign-up sales pitch. Pay by the month or drop in for a single session and decide afterwards.
Drop-In
R30/ session
Book a session - Drop-In at R30 per sessionStudent U18
R220/ month
Join online - Student U18 membership at R220 per monthStudent 18+
R280/ month
Join online - Student 18+ membership at R280 per month- Most popular
Regular
R320/ month
Join online - Regular membership at R320 per month
All memberships include unlimited sessions, the workout library and live coaching on the Powershack platform.
Community
What members say
Here is what training at Powershack actually feels like, in members’ own words.
“A family atmosphere from day one. Everyone knows your name and pushes you to be better.”
“Suitable for all ages and fitness levels - the coaching is personal even in a group class.”
“Tinus is an incredible coach. Welcoming, respectful, and the programming just works.”
FAQ
Good questions
Everything first-timers ask us before their first class at the shack.
I have never done cross-training. Can I just show up?
Yes - drop in for R30 and try a class. Every workout scales to your level and a coach will walk you through it. Most people who have never touched a barbell start exactly this way.
Where exactly is Powershack Gym?
We are inside Rietondale High School, on the corner of 18th Avenue and Pierneef Street, Rietondale (listed on some maps as Deerness), Pretoria 0084. Come in through the back gate off 18th Avenue and you will find us.
Do I need to be fit before I join?
No. Fitness is the thing you come here to build, not a requirement to get in. Whatever your starting point, the workouts get harder as you do - and every movement has an easier version the coach picks with you before the clock starts.
Is functional fitness right for my age or injuries?
Yes. Regardless of age, injuries or current fitness, the workout gets modified to you - grandparents and competitive athletes train the same session in different versions, side by side.
What does it cost and am I locked into a contract?
R30 for a single drop-in, R220/month for under-18 students, R280/month for students over 18, and R320/month for a regular membership. No contracts and no joining fee - memberships run month to month.
What do memberships include?
Unlimited coached sessions, plus the Powershack platform: the daily workout, your scores and PRs, and leaderboards.
What should I bring to my first class?
Training shoes with a flat sole, clothes you can move in, water and a towel. The training kit is all here - just bring yourself and get there ten minutes early so we can meet you.
What times are classes?
Classes run for about an hour: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 16:30, 17:30 and 18:30; Wednesday at 17:00 and 18:30; Friday at 16:30 and 17:30. The 14:30 and 15:30 sessions are reserved for sports teams; every other slot is an open class.
Do you train school and club sports teams?
Yes. The 14:30 and 15:30 sessions are reserved for team conditioning - engine, speed and injury-proofing work built around your season. Message us to set up a block for your squad.
How do I see the daily workout?
This week's sessions are free to read on our workouts page - no account, no sign-up. Members get the full programming, log their scores and track progress on the Powershack platform.
Contact
Come train with us
Message us on WhatsApp and we will get you into a class this week. We are a few minutes from Riviera, Villieria, Queenswood and Waverley - come in through the Rietondale High School back gate off 18th Avenue.
[email protected]
Find us
Rietondale High School back gate, cnr 18th Ave & Pierneef St, Rietondale, Pretoria 0084Opening hours
- Monday
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- Tuesday
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- Wednesday
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- Thursday
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- Friday
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- Saturday & Sunday
- Closed
Your first session is a free intro - or drop in for R30 any time.