Come as You Are
At WARRIOR Group Fitness Studio, our mission is to create a safe, welcoming space where everyone can come as they are. We believe fitness should empower, not intimidate, and we honor every journey with encouragement and inclusivity. By offering multiple modalities—from weightlifting and cycling to kickboxing, yoga, and more—we help you discover movement you love and build the resilience to live life better, longer.
Meet the Owner
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Ellen de Werd is a renowned fitness industry leader, international presenter, and mentor to thousands of instructors worldwide. With more than 25 years of experience in group fitness, she has built a career defined by innovation, empowerment, and community. A two-time IDEA WORLD Group Fitness Instructor of the Year Award nominee (2024 and 2025), Ellen is celebrated for her dynamic teaching style and her ability to help fitness professionals thrive in an ever-changing industry.
She owns and operates WARRIOR Group Fitness Studio in Eugene, Oregon, and is the visionary creator of the WARRIOR Instructor Academy, home to multiple license-free formats—including WARRIOR Rhythm™, WARRIOR Strength™, WARRIOR Combat™, and WARRIOR Revolution™—now taught in 14 countries. Each program blends music, movement, and mindset to invite participants to connect and challenge themselves. Through her company, Ellen provides smart, fun, and original content designed to elevate classes while giving instructors the tools to grow and make lasting impact in their communities. Ellen also hosts the Confessions of a GroupX Instructor podcast and is a Legacy lululemon Ambassador. Beyond her professional life, she finds joy in family time, watercolor painting, classical music, and time at home with her beloved Whippet, "Fig", and Bengal cat, "Tootie". |
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Our WARRIOR Formats
WARRIOR Group Fitness Studio offers four dynamic formats--WARRIOR Rhythm™, WARRIOR Strength™, WARRIOR Combat™, and WARRIOR Revolution™—each rooted in proven training disciplines like yoga, functional strength, kickboxing, and cycling. What sets us apart is the energy, creativity, and originality infused into every class. These are not your average workouts—they’re immersive, music-driven experiences that challenge the body and ignite the spirit.
At the core of WARRIOR is a deep belief in empowerment. Our programs are designed to help instructors and participants alike tap into their strength, authenticity, and confidence. No matter your background, fitness level, or personality—you belong here.
Come as you are. Leave transformed.
We welcome the rebels, the misfits, the bold hearts, and those who dare to lead with joy.
Join the movement. Be a WARRIOR.
At the core of WARRIOR is a deep belief in empowerment. Our programs are designed to help instructors and participants alike tap into their strength, authenticity, and confidence. No matter your background, fitness level, or personality—you belong here.
Come as you are. Leave transformed.
We welcome the rebels, the misfits, the bold hearts, and those who dare to lead with joy.
Join the movement. Be a WARRIOR.
Coming this Spring!
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Location5th St. Station
199 East 5th Avenue Suite 5 Eugene, Oregon 97401 |
