Ellen de Werd
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Dear Friends,
Some of you have been moving with me for decades. Some of you for just a season. But every single one of you has left an imprint on my life that I will carry forever.
For more than 25 years, across studios and gyms all over Eugene — from Better Bodies to 24 Hour Fitness, Oz Fitness, International Fitness, the DAC, and the YMCA — you showed up. You trusted me with your bodies, your energy, your time. And without even knowing it, you gave me so much more in return.
You made my life better.
You unknowingly helped carry me through a divorce.
You helped me stay calm and centered through the beautiful chaos of raising kids — from pre-pregnancy, to motherhood, to empty nest.
You helped me keep moving through a spinal fusion.
You held space for me after my dad’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
You softened the grief of losing beloved pets.
When life felt heavy, the studio became my refuge.
You became my safe space.
The irony isn’t lost on me — because that’s all I ever wanted to be for you.
Together, we celebrated some of the biggest professional moments of my life: my Beachbody debut, my lululemon ambassadorship, and the most meaningful achievement of all — the birth and expansion of WARRIOR. What started as an idea turned into a movement, a community, a home for people who wanted to feel strong, seen, and unapologetically themselves.
And now… I get to share the biggest news yet.
In March 2026, WARRIOR will open its very first brick-and-mortar home — WARRIOR Group Fitness Studio.
This dream has lived in my heart for a very long time. And I don’t want to bring it to life without you.
I am asking you — the people who shaped this journey — to help breathe it into existence. To give it a heartbeat. To help me create the most extraordinary studio culture imaginable. A place where every BODY feels safe, welcomed, and celebrated exactly as they are.
To honor you, I’m offering our founding members the best possible rate and exclusive perks:
First 99 Founding Members for $99/month
This isn’t just a membership.
It’s an invitation to build something meaningful — together.
Thank you for moving with me through every season of life. Thank you for trusting me. Thank you for being my refuge, even when you didn’t know you were.
I cannot wait to welcome you home.
With all my love and gratitude,
Ellen
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My WARRIOR journey  began with a deep admiration & respect of Ellen de Werd’s mastery of exercise physiology. Combine that with her encouraging playful vibe and full body workouts choreographed to great music.  The WARRIOR crew (instructors & participants) have kept me engaged with their supportive and friendly group dynamics whereby I leave each workout feeling tired yet stronger, and grateful. - Rhoda J.
​WARRIOR classes have covered every aspect of fitness for me. My flexibility, strength and aerobic capacity have all been enhanced by these beautifully designed programs, greatly improving my day to day quality of life. -Michael C.
Ellen is innovative, inspiring and always forward thinking. 
WARRIOR is part of my everyday routine. I love my WARRIOR community! - Anita M.
For six years now WARRIOR classes have provided me with an outlet to reduce my stress, build my strength and make great friends. - Thea L.
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  • 🏹 HOME
  • πŸ₯Ή Letter to My Students
  • πŸ—“οΈ Schedule , Services, Staff
  • πŸ›οΈ Shop WARRIOR Merch
  • πŸ–₯️ Virtual Classes
    • WARRIOR Online Class Info
    • Format Descriptions
  • 🦸🏻 Become a WARRIOR Instructor
  • πŸŽ™οΈ WARRIOR Podcast
  • ✍🏼 Blog
    • Ellen's ART
  • πŸ“± Contact