ForjaRia
gym exterior aveiro

About Us

Nestled in the vibrant city of Aveiro, Portugal, ForjaRia emerged from a deep-rooted passion for physical culture inspired by our nation's resilient fishermen, artisans, and athletes. Founders envisioned a space where traditional Portuguese strength traditions—like robust calisthenics and endurance training—merge seamlessly with cutting-edge CrossFit methodologies. Today, with 17 dedicated team members, we create an inclusive haven for locals, professionals, students, and families to forge lasting fitness habits. Our state-of-the-art facility pulses with energy, offering personalized sessions and dynamic group classes that emphasize functional movements, overall wellness, and unbreakable community bonds. Whether you're lifting heavy, scaling walls, or recovering mindfully, every visit feels like coming home to a family that cheers your every rep. ForjaRia's unique fusion fosters not just physical transformation but profound personal growth.

Our Mission

To ignite inner strength through functional fitness, blending Portuguese traditions with CrossFit excellence, while nurturing a supportive community for lifelong wellness.

Community Authenticity Excellence Inclusivity Innovation

Our Team

Our 17 passionate professionals, led by Gym Owner Inês Oliveira and Head Coaches Miguel Santos and Sofia Pereira, bring expertise in CrossFit, nutrition, and community building to every session.

Diogo Carvalho

Diogo Carvalho

Personal Trainer

Inês Oliveira

Inês Oliveira

Gym Owner

André Pereira

André Pereira

Membership Coordinator

Laura Ferreira

Laura Ferreira

Front Desk Staff

André Rodrigues

André Rodrigues

Maintenance Technician

Tiago Costa

Tiago Costa

Personal Trainer

André Martins

André Martins

Marketing Manager

Inês Costa

Inês Costa

Nutrition Coach

Beatriz Costa

Beatriz Costa

Nutrition Coach

Pedro Almeida

Pedro Almeida

Nutrition Coach

Tiago Ribeiro

Tiago Ribeiro

Sales Representative

Sofia Almeida

Sofia Almeida

Fitness Coach

Diogo Oliveira

Diogo Oliveira

Marketing Manager

Miguel Santos

Miguel Santos

Head Coach

Matheus Oliveira

Matheus Oliveira

Fitness Coach

Sofia Pereira

Sofia Pereira

Head Coach

Tiago Oliveira

Tiago Oliveira

Nutrition Coach