Wild + United Athletics

Wild + United Athletics We are a strength and conditioning gym that prioritizes coaching, quality of movement and longevity in our programming.

Our services include personal training, group classes, sport specific fitness, online workouts, workshops and community events.

Registered for The Big Lift? Here's how to make the most of the next few months.The window doesn't open until December b...
09/16/2026

Registered for The Big Lift? Here's how to make the most of the next few months.

The window doesn't open until December but the work happens now. Talk to your coach about what you're training for and how to build toward your 1RM attempt. Whether you're going for bench, squat, or deadlift, there's a lot you can do between now and December 1 to set yourself up well.

And if you want dedicated one-on-one time to really dig into the details of your lift, don't forget that unlimited members have access to Tune-Up Sessions. It's 60 minutes with a coach to work on technique, revisit feedback you've gotten in class, or fine-tune whatever's holding you back. Just $50 plus GST and you can book up to 3 per year.

Chat to your favourite coach to get one on the calendar, or email [email protected].

Registration for The Big Lift 2026 opens September 15.Here's how it works this year. Instead of a single event day, we'r...
09/14/2026

Registration for The Big Lift 2026 opens September 15.

Here's how it works this year. Instead of a single event day, we're bringing PR attempts right into Strong + United class. Two weeks in December, your coach in your corner, and a chance to raise money for a cause you actually care about.

The details:

Sign up on the registration board in the lobby starting September 15
Pick your lift: bench press, squat, and/or deadlift
Set your goal
Commit to raising at least $50 for a charity of your choice by November 7
Let us know at the front desk once you've hit your $50 and we'll sort you out with a t-shirt

The event runs December 1-14 across all Strong + United classes. Registered participants go for a 1RM PR supervised by their coach. Results go on the registration board in the lobby. Regular Strong + United clients keep doing what they do.

Registration closes November 7.

Let's give a hoot and holler to our awesome gym community members who have donated their memberships over the past coupl...
09/11/2026

Let's give a hoot and holler to our awesome gym community members who have donated their memberships over the past couple months! It's thanks to these folks, who pay for their memberships to keep rolling even when they're away for weeks and weeks at a time that help us make our Pay What You Can program sustainable!

Learn all about how this program works on our website:
https://www.wildandunited.com/class-memberships

Fall tends to bring lots of new faces through our doors and we love it. So we thought it was a great time to re-introduc...
09/09/2026

Fall tends to bring lots of new faces through our doors and we love it. So we thought it was a great time to re-introduce you to the people who make this place what it is, a couple at a time.

First up: Rose and Marnie.

**Rose Del Rosario (she/her) | Gym Manager**

Rose was born in Ontario, moved to BC in the 70s, lived in France as a teen, and eventually made her way to Australia where she met her German husband-to-be. After settling in Victoria they ran a racquet sports business together for 32 years before selling up, moving to the Comox Valley in 2022, and landing at W+U. She brings decades of management experience, loads of energy, and a genuine love of organizing and streamlining everything she touches. When you email [email protected], there's a good chance Rose is the one on the other end.

Fun facts about Rose:
Rose is W+U owner Morgan's mom.
She is super stoked to be the oldest gym manager W+U has ever had.
Her superpower is pushups. Really. Wait until you see them.

**Marnie Slater (she/her) | Lead Group Coach + Personal Trainer**

Marnie grew up in Qualicum Beach where her whole life revolved around competitive soccer. Her nickname was Pitbull. That tells you most of what you need to know. She went on to study Building Engineering at BCIT and Behavioural Neuroscience at SFU before finding her way back to fitness and eventually to W+U, where she is now our Lead Group Coach. She is driven, knowledgeable, and loves helping people of all abilities show up as their best selves.

Fun facts about Marnie:
She thoroughly enjoys training people with brain injuries to support their rehabilitation.
Her ultimate dream is to have an animal sanctuary and use it to help people learn the beauty of a plant-based lifestyle.
She is always down to dance or sing with you. Always.

Full bios for both are at wildandunited.com/the-team

Here's what Strong + United looks like in September.We're bringing pause reps to bench, squat, and deadlift this month. ...
09/07/2026

Here's what Strong + United looks like in September.

We're bringing pause reps to bench, squat, and deadlift this month. That means slowing things down at the bottom of the movement, sitting in the uncomfortable part, and building real control and stability before you push through. It is harder than it sounds and your body will thank you for it.

The accessory sections have some fun and surprising movements in store too. We'll leave that part for you to discover in class.

September is a great month to focus on what your body can do when you stop rushing it. Come find out.

Call 236-255-1979 or email [email protected] to get started or ask any questions.

We don't take these lightly. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"This is not just a gym but an epic community of friends and support. The coaches are ...
09/04/2026

We don't take these lightly. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"This is not just a gym but an epic community of friends and support. The coaches are incredible, from Marnie and Carly's strong classes in the morning to Tori's mobility class, I always leave feeling better. Such an amazing and inclusive place."

— Nikki

If Wild + United has made a difference for you, we'd love it if you shared it. A Google review helps more people in the Comox Valley find us and it means the world to this small local gym.

Thank you Nikki. We are so glad you're here.

Member of the Month: Alison 🏆Alison has been part of the W+U community for a while now and is closing in on 200 classes....
09/02/2026

Member of the Month: Alison 🏆

Alison has been part of the W+U community for a while now and is closing in on 200 classes. She's kind, positive, and clearly committed to staying strong and healthy for the long haul. She's been part of Coach Rosie's Strong as a Mother program, a testament to her commitment to keeping moving through every stage of life.

Here's what Alison had to say about W+U:

"My favourite thing about the gym is the people, of course! The coaches give such valuable feedback and encourage you to push yourself. Programming is varied, accessible and fun. I also appreciate how great the team is at recognizing and celebrating milestones."

Alison, we feel the same way about you.

Fun facts about Alison:

She ran her second marathon this past June, 12 months postpartum.

She was the first of her little family to join Wild + United, and now all three of them have worked out here.

She took two semesters of History of Hockey in university and they were among her hardest classes.

Alison, we cannot wait to celebrate 500 classes with you. Thank you for being such a bright part of this community.

Heads up! Applications are due for this cycle of Pay What You Can! PWYC (pay what you can) Membership is meant to provid...
09/02/2026

Heads up! Applications are due for this cycle of Pay What You Can!

PWYC (pay what you can) Membership is meant to provide access to Wild + United with some financial support. We have 10 spots available for this sponsored program: 5 at 25% off and 5 at 50% off the monthly unlimited membership for a 3 month cycle.

How to apply:
The PWYC membership is set on a quarterly basis, with start dates of the 1st of January, April, July, and October. You may apply for the PWYC membership on our website by submitting the form on the Memberships Page. 2 weeks before the start of each new cycle, we'll randomly draw applicant's names to fill any available spots and contact them to activate their 3 month PWYC membership. If we have more applicants than spots, not everyone will be able to receive a membership, but we encourage you to reapply in the following months. For those who receive a spot, we encourage you to continually re-evaluate your need for this sponsorship program. When you no longer need it, know that there will be another person waiting in the wings for this opportunity!

Email us with any questions at [email protected]

New shirts. New sweaters. New artwork. And they are fresh in.We teamed up with the incredibly talented Laura from right...
08/31/2026

New shirts. New sweaters. New artwork. And they are fresh in.

We teamed up with the incredibly talented Laura from right here in the Comox Valley and the result is something we are genuinely proud to put on our walls and on your backs. Come see for yourself.

They're on the wall now and we have a feeling they won't last long. Unlimited members get 15% off.

Come grab yours at the front desk.

Don't forget all the perks included in our Unlimited Membership:+ Access to 4 in-person classes at Broken Squirrel (yoga...
08/28/2026

Don't forget all the perks included in our Unlimited Membership:

+ Access to 4 in-person classes at Broken Squirrel (yoga & meditation studio) per month. (speak to Nathan to get set up!)

+ 15% off all Wild+United merchandise and retail items.

+ Unlock the "SUSPENSION" feature by asking for auto-renew to pause your membership for 7 or more days at a time.

+ Unlock unlimited booking of classes up to 90 days in advance.

+ Option to provide your family member with a 25% off unlimited membership.

+ Option to pay what you can and receive all of the above at an accessible rate for you.

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823 McPhee Avenue
Courtenay, BC
V9N3A1

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 12:45pm
1pm - 6:30pm
Tuesday 6am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 6am - 12:45pm
1pm - 6:30pm
Thursday 6am - 6:30pm
Friday 6am - 12:45pm
1pm - 6:30pm
Saturday 8am - 11am

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