Portsmouth Athletic Club

Remember when we collected used shoes for the fundraiser New Franklin School was hosting?

They asked us to pass along a HUGE thank you. The school collected 102 bags (plus one pair!) which equaled 2,551 pairs of shoes and 2,734 pounds total. Just think of how many workouts were done in those shoes!

We love seeing old shoes go on to do good things. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped support New Franklin School!

New Year’s is almost here, and as we say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026, we’re doing it the only way we know how — by sweating.

Wednesday 12/31
Open 5:30am–1:00pm
• Regular class schedule
• No nursery
• Yes, we are still offering 12:15pm BODYPUMP

Thursday 1/1 | New Year’s Day
Open 8:00am–1:00pm
• No nursery
• Special class schedule:

8:15am Step/Pump with Ashley, Becky + Matt
9:15am Reb3l Groove with Jess
(Dance your way into 2026)
10:15am Barre with Lynn

Come move, sweat, and start the year already feeling accomplished. No resolutions required, no pressure to be perfect — just show up, do the work, and head into 2026 knowing you already kept one promise to yourself.

With PAC closed today, we had to check the surveillance footage for proof of KettleBelle.

Caught her red-handed.
Spraying down the equipment like a pro…mostly so there’s no evidence she was ever here.

No fingerprints.
No sweat marks.
No witnesses.
She was never here.

KettleBelle is officially off to the North Pole until next year.

Merry Christmas, everyone!

We heard once that yoga is a journey that starts with a state of mind.

KettleBelle’s state of mind remains unclear.

She almost nailed Warrior I, until the knee folds showed up and shut it down. But it’s Christmas Eve… the girl’s gotta be tired.

At least she tried.

I guess we forgot to check the fine print of having a white Christmas. Tonight’s snow storm means a 7:00am delayed opening for PAC.

-6:00am classes are cancelled
- Planning to be open 7:00am–1:00pm with regular morning classes

If the storm has other plans, we’ll update you here.

Stay warm. Drive safe. And have a lovely holiday if we don’t see you!

Today KettleBelle gave push-ups a go.

Yes, from her knees. She insists it’s not because she isn’t strong enough…although pull up day may suggest otherwise.

It’s really the knee folds.

Hard to hit push-ups from your toes when you’re one of the old school elves.

She’s not one of these fancy new elves with bendy limbs and extra “posing power,” (according to the 20th Anniversary Limited Edition box), just rub her face in it, why don’t you.

At least she tried!

KettleBelle was locked into her workout…until the mirror reminded her she’s stunning.

She didn’t make it past the first exercise but her confidence is now at an all-time high.

She showed up.
She tried.
She’s still smiling.
We’ll take it.

Tomorrow’s a new day.

Well well well. Looks like KettleBelle didn’t use a spot today.
We can’t say if it’s because she didn’t think she needed one…
or because she’s not allowed to interact with humans. The world may never know.

She may be the first we’ve found pinned under 5 lbs,
but at least she can magically get out of this.
Not a skill most of us have.

At least she tried.
Better luck tomorrow, Belle!

Happy Birthday to the heart of our nursery, Roma!

Roma doesn’t just “watch” kids. She knows them. Loves them. Cares for them like they’re her own. She’s the calm in the chaos, the hug when someone needs it, and the reason so many of our families with little ones get to show up for themselves here at PAC.

Truly, there are members in this gym who couldn’t be here without her, and that’s something special.

If you know Roma, you already know how amazing she is and what she means to families with young kids. Help us celebrate her today and spread the word about our nursery for your friends with littles. Roma deserves all the love today ❤️❤️❤️

We’re starting to get a feel for Belle’s antics.

This elf…
Those tiny arms. That tiny b***y.
But she still came in like a wrecking ball!💥

Not every workout is the best —
but effort was made. At least she tried.

PAC holiday hours are here!

Check the post for the details, and don’t worry…our holiday classes schedule is on the way, check back soon.

Belle accepted her noodle arms and boldly pivoted to a b***y-building era…

Unfortunately, her legs didn’t reach the end of the seat,
so the b***y gains will have to wait.

She showed up. She sat down. She tried.
There’s always tomorrow.