Testimonials
Being a member of We Strong has been one of the best experiences of my life, a sentiment that is shared by many members of the community. At We Strong, you are accepted for who you are and challenged to be more than you thought you could be. Coach Omar is the best coach around. His work outs balance strength, cardio, and conditioning. Coach Omar treats his members with respect and has created a community that thrives because it's all about the "we." We work really hard at his gym but we have an incredibly good time doing so! There is a strong sense of cooperation and support among We Strong members, who are family to one another. The awesome music he plays at the gym, from the blues to hip-hop, gets the energy going even at 6 am. I go to the gym almost every day because I love it so much, and the vibe from We Strong stays with me the entire day. If I encounter difficulties in my day, I remember that I just pushed a heavily weighted prowler up the hill -- I got this and will get this! There is no better gym/community around, and I am forever grateful to have been part of the We Strong community.
— Anna J. B. -- Jersey City, NJ
What a life changer this gym was for me and my wife! Omar, the owner/trainer/coach, creates an atmosphere that is open, fun, and approachable, while simultaneously serious, demanding, and challenging. His workouts are palatable to a wide variety of skills/abilities and he takes the time to customize well-thought-out personalized excercises when requested. If you're looking for an amazing workout community with top-shelf workouts in a gym environment that will make you feel at home, this is the place for you! Take the leap - you'll be glad you did!
~ Lauren & Mike Koltz ~
WeStrong Strength and Conditioning is an amazing gym and community. I first joined in 2014 and it not only helped me develop my physical strength, but also my mental strength. I went from being a couch potato to running five half marathons and tripling my strength. When WS moved to St. Pete, FL I had to go check it out and it has grown to be even better! More than a gym, the WS community will always be family - and that’s what really kept me motivated all these years.
~ Amy Chu ~
When I first came to JC, I was a looking for a small group fitness environment with good leadership and workouts. I was coming from AsOne in NYC and wanted the same type of workout - functional strength to compliment both endurance training and everyday life. WeStrong provided that and has consistently delivered on high quality coaching through the pandemic. Omar provides great coaching and workouts, gets to know his clients, and helps folks go from where they are to where they want to be fitness and health wise. Good luck to Omar and the lucky new folks that will get to train with him in Florida!
— Michele Fenice / Jersey City
WeStrong S&C featured in Jersey ty
“Third Places”
This place is unreal. I had seen people working out doing crazy things all the time whenever I walked by so I finally tried it and after 1 class at WeStrong I was hooked. It’s so good I was showing up on my sacred Saturday’s. I was at LA fitness for almost 6 years and I won’t be going back. Such a great experience, Omar’s really good at helping out with your form and always knows when you need a good push.
— Claudia G / Jersey City
I can’t say enough great things about westrong. I’ve always struggled with sticking to excercise since I usually find it boring and easily lose motivation. But I’ve been hooked to westrong for the past five months, which is a huge feat for me. I’m so happy to have found a gym that’s kept me feeling challenged and motivated. The members are welcoming and easy to work out with, and Omar is a great trainer—down to earth and clearly passionate about what he does. I definitely recommend this gym to anyone who’s looking to feel healthier, happier, and stronger!
~ Kelly Chu ~
What do you look for in a gym? I look for a place where I'll not only grow strong and be challenged every single day, but also a place where I can get away from the grind, forget about the day, relieve some stress, hang out with a great community, and be a better person.
If you want to just go through the motions on a regular basis, look elsewhere. Omar has a powerful gift of community building, and he and the community will push you constantly. Omar is more than happy to scale things appropriately or teach new skills. Between the programming and the coaching, you will have a blast and grow in fitness.
Whether you want to level up your Squat and Deadlift or flip tires and push prowlers or crush your abs and conditioning, WeStrong has it all.
Strength. Conditioning. Community. WeStrong.
~ Ben Smith ~
“I would have to rank WeStrong systems as one of the greatest single accomplishments of my life so far. The day I decided to take back control of my health and mental well being was made possible by WS. ”
— Simon S. / Jersey City
“WeStrong is the only place in Jersey City for people with serious fitness goals. From the second I walked in the door, I felt welcomed by the coaches and the members. It is a great environment for people of all levels who want to improve their health, performance and appearance.”
— Jerome F./ Jersey City
“The coaches at WS are like no other and truly try to get know you and help you achieve your goals. The coaching there is what it should be, personal....The workouts at WS really push you to your limit and allow more variety. You never know what you are going to walk into which does not keep you bored. My body fat dropped about 6%, my weight about 10 lbs in those few months I was ‘killing it.”’Although my commute and wait time will be an hour and a half I think I will need to stay with WS til they move near me.”
— Margaret B
As featured in Hoboken Girl
“WeStrong is more than a gym, it is fun and it is family. That doesn’t mean it won’t challenge you at every level of fitness - it does. Be prepared to work hard and to have your abilities challenged - from body weight workouts to barbells and kettle bells, everyone is made comfortable being uncomfortable. The coaches at WS work with everyone individually as needed to address injuries or shortcomings. WS is for women and men - young and old. The members encourage and support each other. WS is my home. ”
— Karen C
I have been going here for 12 years and it’s hands down the best place to workout that I’ve ever come across. Coach Omar is absolutely the best. I have never been this strong and it’s all thanks to him. His workouts are always new and challenging. Don’t hesitate to sign up. It’s the best gift I ever gave myself.
— Neha Tuli
Anthony Kayas
WhatGreat gym. Small and mighty. Focused training, Olympic movements and HIIT. Great programming mix for all abilities. You get the full power of Coach O !!! Can’t say enough about how great Coach O is for your physical growth and development. He will challenge you, teach you and push you to get better. I am going to miss him as he moved to Florida but anyone down there should look up Coach O!!!
~ Jay Brower ~
What an amazing experience at WeStrong. A grade A gym for a good price. The members felt like family. The workouts were much better than any crossfit place. You would come in, put in the work and see results, all while laughing and making friends. Coach O is the man! Highly recommend.
— Omar Hamza
Coach O creates a one-of-kind community with his clients - a "gym family." There will be jokes to push through the next PR; Saturday workouts that challenge the team to the max, followed by a BBQ; infants and toddlers entertained so that mom and dad can keep working out. With fun and teamwork always as the backdrop, Coach O will push you to break through challenges that you wouldn't have thought possible. Sure, he'll remind you that you decide how far you go -- but with every personal record, you'll know that Coach O's special brand of motivation and community is an essential piece of your success.
~ Olivia Mullane ~
It's an awesome and motivating environment at the gym. The workouts allow you to either go at your own pace if you are starting out or really push yourself. Coach Omar makes it worth it.
— Dhawal S
Coach Omar provides the tools and guidance. The people, encouragement and inspiration. Fantastic place for those who bring 100% to every session.
— Michael Henning , Jersey City
I was a member for maybe a year, and was recently sad to hear of their closing. An excellent team, system, value, and experience that I know will have great success in future endeavors.
— Gregory Mcdonald
Hands down the best gym I ever attended. I was a member for a little bit over a year before Omar closed up shop, and I was so sad to see him go. Shortly after joining, I felt I had become integrated into the Westrong family. It was the first time I had ever felt like I belonged to a gym; I wasn't just another member, another cog where no one knows each other's name like at NYSC. I was a member of NYSC for nine years and decided to pull the plug once I tried out WeStrong for a week. Omar's workouts are unique, high intensity, and super solid. He will leave you dripping in sweat and will correct your form if needed. The last thing he wants is for his members to hurt themselves, as is common at so many CrossFit gyms. I truly feel that I became a lot stronger training with Omar. His workouts are different everyday—well-diversified—and if there is a specific muscle you would like to target, he’ll give you advice, show you new exercises and proper form. He’s very knowledgeable and caring. He suggested I try Dymatize (best protein brand) after telling him that for years I had been bouncing between protein brands as I have a very sensitive stomach and intermittent gastritis. WeStrong was like a family. He and everyone else at WeStrong will be missed. Nevertheless, I’m so happy for Omar and his family to begin a new chapter in their lives.
— Kelly Bastidas
Phenom local gym with a family first mentality.
— Amy Ellis
I have been going here for several years and can highly recommend the program and the results. Workouts are tough, but scaled to each individual, so Coach pushes you as hard as your individual capability allows. Also, a great group of people go here and you will make friends if you want to.
— Jack Pestaner
