# Varsity House Gym — Full Content > Personal training gym coaching adults and youth athletes since 2006. Three locations across New York and New Jersey. Every member gets a dedicated coach, a written progressive strength program, and real accountability — not a commissioned salesperson and a treadmill. Primary contact: https://varsityhousegym.com/talk-with-us ## Business - Name: Varsity House Gym - Founded: 2006 - Categories: Personal Training Gym, Strength & Conditioning, Youth Athlete Performance Training - Audience: Busy adults 40+ who want to build strength, lose fat, and add healthy years; youth athletes who want to get faster, stronger, and harder to injure. - Model: Semi-private personal training (4–8 members per session, each on their own individualized program) plus dedicated youth athlete performance groups. - Website: https://varsityhousegym.com ## Locations (NAP) ### Orangeburg, NY - Address: 337 Blaisdell Rd, Orangeburg, NY 10962 - Service area: Rockland County, NY and Bergen County, NJ - Nearby towns: Pearl River, Nyack, Tappan, Sparkill, Blauvelt, Norwood, Closter - Page: https://varsityhousegym.com/locations/orangeburg ### Oradell, NJ - Address: 227 Kinderkamack Rd, Oradell, NJ 07649 - Service area: Bergen County, NJ - Nearby towns: River Edge, New Milford, Paramus, Emerson, Hackensack, Westwood, Dumont - Page: https://varsityhousegym.com/locations/oradell ### Ridgewood, NJ - Address: 223 Chestnut St Unit 3, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 - Service area: Bergen County, NJ - Nearby towns: Glen Rock, Ho-Ho-Kus, Midland Park, Wyckoff, Waldwick, Fair Lawn - Page: https://varsityhousegym.com/locations/ridgewood Hours (all locations): Monday–Friday 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Saturday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sunday closed. ## Programs ### Adult Personal Training — https://varsityhousegym.com/adults TL;DR: Small-group personal training for busy adults 40+. Every member follows an individualized, progressive strength program written by a dedicated coach. Includes nutrition guidance and 3D body composition scans. Sessions are typically 3x/week, 60 minutes, in groups of 4–8 with a coach on the floor the entire time. What's included: - A dedicated coach who writes and progresses your program - Individualized strength training (barbell, dumbbell, kettlebell, bodyweight, mobility) - Nutrition coaching built into every membership - 3D body composition scans to track fat, muscle, and posture over time - Accountability — your coach notices when you don't show up Who it's for: Adults in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond who want to build strength, lose fat, protect joints, and stay independent. Members regularly train through knee replacements, back issues, and old sports injuries because programming is built around limitations, not despite them. ### Youth Athlete Performance — https://varsityhousegym.com/youth-athlete-performance TL;DR: Sport-specific strength, speed, and injury-resistance programming for youth athletes. Coach-led group training designed to help athletes earn playing time and stay healthy across long seasons. Focus areas: strength, speed and change of direction, injury resilience, sport-specific programming, and long-term athletic development. ## Why members choose Varsity House - Coaching, not classes: every session has a coach on the floor watching form, adjusting weights, and progressing your program — not a screen with a "workout of the day." - Individualized programs: 4–8 members in a session, but each on a different plan built for their body, injuries, and goals. - Longevity-first: safe, progressive loading beats intensity for intensity's sake. The goal is to build people up for the next 30 years, not destroy them today. - 20 years, three locations: coaching adults and athletes since 2006 across Rockland County, NY and Bergen County, NJ. - No commissioned salespeople: a real coach handles your free Success Session — goals, movement, and a plan before any pricing conversation. ## Getting started 1. Book a free Success Session at https://varsityhousegym.com/talk-with-us — pick a location. 2. Meet 1-on-1 with a coach (~60 minutes). Talk goals, history, schedule. Movement screen. See exactly what your first 28 days would look like. 3. If it's the right fit, choose a plan. Month-to-month, no long-term contract. No card required to book. No pressure. If it's not the right fit, we say so. ## Frequently asked questions (excerpt) **What is Varsity House Gym?** A personal training gym in Orangeburg, NY (Rockland County) that specializes in strength and longevity coaching for adults, plus a nationally recognized youth athlete performance program. Two additional locations serve Bergen County, NJ (Oradell and Ridgewood). **How is Varsity House different from a big-box gym, CrossFit box, or boutique studio?** Big-box gyms give you access to equipment but zero guidance. CrossFit programs high-intensity workouts not designed for aging bodies. Boutique studios offer fun classes with no long-term strategy. Varsity House gives you a dedicated coach, a written progressive strength program, nutrition coaching, 3D body scans, and real accountability — the depth of private personal training at small-group rates. **Is this 1-on-1 personal training or a group class?** Semi-private personal training. Groups of 4–8 members, each on their own individualized program, with a coach guiding the whole session. **Do I need to be in shape before I start?** No. Most members hadn't exercised in years — some in over a decade — when they started. Coaches meet you where you are. **I have bad knees, a bad back, or an old injury. Can I still train?** Yes. Coaches are trained to program around injuries and limitations. Members regularly train through knee replacements, herniated discs, and chronic shoulder issues. **I'm over 50 (or 60). Am I too old to start strength training?** You're the perfect candidate. Strength training is the single most effective intervention for healthy aging — bone density, joint protection, balance, metabolism, independence. **How many days per week should I train?** Most members train 3 sessions per week, 60 minutes each — the sweet spot for building strength, losing body fat, and recovering properly after 40. **How much does it cost?** Significantly less than 1-on-1 personal training (typically $80–$150/session in Rockland/Bergen). Small-group model makes expert coaching affordable. Plans are tailored per member — book a free Success Session to discuss options. **Is there a contract?** Memberships are month-to-month. **Is a Success Session really free?** Yes. No card required, no obligation. **What are your hours?** All locations: Mon–Fri 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sat 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Sun closed. **Do you offer nutrition coaching?** Yes — built into every adult membership. No extreme diets or calorie obsession. Progress tracked with 3D body scans. Full FAQ: https://varsityhousegym.com/faq ## About / team — https://varsityhousegym.com/about Varsity House has coached adults and youth athletes since 2006 across three NY/NJ locations. Real coaches, real programs, real results. See the About page for team, story, and coaching philosophy. ## Proof / results — https://varsityhousegym.com/success-stories Real transformations from Varsity House members — adults getting leaner and stronger, youth athletes earning starting spots and scholarships across NY and NJ. ## Policies - Privacy: https://varsityhousegym.com/privacy - Terms: https://varsityhousegym.com/terms ## Health & results disclaimer Consult your physician before starting any new training program. Individual results vary based on consistency, nutrition, and starting point.