what we do

Unleashing confidence and building community

We focus on strengthening people mentally and physically, creating a space where personal growth and support go hand in hand.

our mission

Embody’s mission is to provide a welcoming, inclusive, and safe training environment for people to begin or to continue their fitness journeys.

six young fit women resting and laughing after a good work out in the gym together

Founded by women with over 20 years of experience combined, Embody seeks to provide coaching concepts that not only give you science-backed training and nutrition protocols, but also the tools and support you need to grow and progress.

Consistency can be fostered through a supportive and collaborative environment which is why Embody strives to emphasize community to help each other thrive and achieve their goals! If we establish trust with one another to help build each other up rather than tear each other down, we can put collaboration over competition.

Unleashing confidence and building community; led by passionate women dedicated to empowerment, our gym is a hub for fostering confidence and community. We focus on strengthening people mentally and physically, creating a space where personal growth and support go hand in hand.

a female personal trainer guiding a young woman at her local inclusive fitness center

our vision

Embody’s vision is to create a training facility/gym with an inclusive and welcoming environment. Embody provides high level programming for general strength training, competitive powerlifting, conditioning, and body recomposition and nutrition. Our goal is to not only help support your training goals, but we want to support each other with fitness and wellness habits and practices that are sustainable, long-lasting, and that WORK.

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the two female founders of the seattle based female friendly gym embody strength and wellness

meet the founders

Julia Schaefer + Laura Su

In a world filled with information overload, especially when it comes to nutrition, fitness, and body image, our aim is to empower our clients with knowledge, enabling them to make informed choices and understand the profound impact certain foods have on their bodies.

how it started

I (Julia) entered the fitness industry over 15 years ago with an unwavering curiosity and passion for all things wellness related. While the path has been ever-evolving and different than anticipated, it has led to experiences that have created a holistic approach to health and wellness.

Laura’s business began from need of income but slowly turned into more than just a business; it became a place where friendships were fostered, community was established, and a supportive environment of women could gather together to build each other up, show others what was possible, and to encourage each other that no one’s journey was less than another’s.

Laura connected with me when she was searching for a place to build her own business. Recognizing that every person’s health journey is unique, our roles as a trainer and coach are to equip others with the precise tools necessary to achieve their goals.

While many trainers can create challenging workouts, we differentiate ourselves by providing clients with the vital resources and realistic wellness habits to conquer self-sabotaging tendencies. It’s a delicate balance.

Together, Laura and I have embarked on a long-term approach to health, guiding you towards sustainable results and a renewed sense of well-being.

Over the past ten years, I have been the sole owner of Aspire Athletics. While I have been very grateful for all of the knowledge acquired and opportunities presented, I know that it is time for a new beginning. Laura has proven to be one of the hardest working people I have ever met, and I could not imagine having anyone else as a business partner, friend, and confidant. We are ready to combine forces and build a community that will last the ages and empower everyone it reaches.

-Julia, Owner of Embody Strength + Wellness

brand values

We care about bringing a sense of belonging to those who may never have set foot into a gym before or to those who haven’t had a good gym experience. We want to support individual goals and treat them all with equal importance. We want to bring members and clients together who can experience a supportive community with one another to help cultivate sustainability and long-term development!

We believe in empowering you both physically and mentally. When people learn how to take care of themselves, coupled with a collaborative team of experts, we find your confidence in your own fitness journey to make the biggest and most lasting impact.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming community where every woman feels valued and supported. Regardless of your fitness level, background, or age, our studio is a space for all women to come together and thrive.
We prioritize your overall well-being that goes beyond physical fitness. Our approach emphasizes strengthening the mind, body, and spirit, while ensuring you leave our studio feeling a little better and more centered than when you walked in.
We believe in building and maintaining community. We value connections formed within our studio, fostering a supportive network where women like you inspire and uplift each other on their fitness journeys and beyond.
We encourage you to be true to yourself, embracing your unique strengths and challenges. We believe authenticity is the foundation for personal growth and building genuine connections within our community.

our commitment

Embody Strength and Wellness was founded through a desire of creating a community that encourages collaboration and growth as well as providing science-backed methods of training and nutrition. The fitness world tends to be black-and-white, all-or-nothing; we aim to provide a paradigm that considers the nuances. While many coaches and trainers can provide training programs and workouts, we want to help others by providing tools and resources that will help make their fitness journey sustainable. And we believe that a good gym community helps promote long-term consistency and results even more!

let's do this!

meet the team

Julia Schaefer

Owner, Founder, Coach & Trainer
I’ve worked in the fitness industry for over 15 years, helping anyone from athletes to those wanting to build bone density, to new grandparents, to those wishing to find a balanced way to fit fitness and nutrition into their already packed lives.
Laura Su

Founder, Coach & Trainer
As a strength coach, I prioritize not only getting you strong AF, but also educating you on the how and why behind exercise and nutrition. Whether you are just wanting to get comfortable in the gym and learn how to get stronger, or you want to take powerlifting more seriously and train under the guidance of a nationally-certified coach, let’s connect!
Jaden Martensen

Facility Manager
Bio Coming Soon
Jesus O. Hernandez

Massage Therapist
With more than 19 years experience, Jesus is a seasoned Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in Swedish, Deep tissue, Sports massage and various other modalities. Committed to holistic wellness and personalized care, Jesus offers transformative sessions tailored to individual needs. Connect for a rejuvenating and relaxing experience today!
Natalie Joffe

Nutrition Coach
Natalie Joffe is an Intuitive Eating Nutrition Counselor passionate about helping her clients create positive and sustainable relationships with food, body image and movement. She believes that health looks many different shapes, sizes and lifestyles. Since 2011, Natalie has helped hundreds of clients from all walks of life heal their relationships with food and body image.

QUESTIONS? WE'VE GOT YOU!

Frequently Asked Questions

We kindly ask that you provide us with 30 days notice via email at hello@embodystrengthandwellness.com.
Month to month.
Yes, contact us at hello@embodystrengthandwellness.com to pause your membership. You will need to contact us to reactivate and have access to the gym again.
The sessions are 60 minutes.
Yes! Contact the coach of your choice directly to schedule training. We both offer consultations to help you make your decision and will offer input to who we believe you will work best with as well.
Yes!
Laura - NSCA CSCS, USAW L1, Pn1, GGS L1
Julia - NASM CPT, CES, and Certified Nutrition Coach, ACE CPT and Health Coach, PN1, Nutritional Therapy Association NTP, IIN Health Coach, NCI Applied Nutritional Coach Level 1

- 2 Squat Cages
- 2 Deadlift Platforms (1 with band pegs)
- 4 Olympic Lifting Platforms with Wall Rigs
- 2 Sets of Olympic Lifting Rogue Jerk Blocks
- 2 Texas Strength Systems Combo Racks
- 1 Rogue Combo Rack
- Ohio Power Bars, Kabuki Deadlift Bar, Safety Squat Bar
- Seated Cable Row/Seated Lat Pulldowns
- Hamstring Curl
- Leg Press/Hack Squat
- Dumbbells from 5lbs to 130lbs
- Strongman Equipment - Stones, kegs, circus dumbbells, logs, axel bars, crash pads, etc.
- Heavy bag
- Turf
You can certainly bring your own equipment, though you probably won’t need it! Most members bring a water bottle, headphones and maybe a personal yoga mat.
Depending on what type of membership you have, the following amenities are included: massage sessions, recovery room credits, classes, towel service and shower access.
Ability to book access to the Recovery Room to utilize compression boots, body tempering, and sauna (TBA).
M-F: 5 AM to 7 PM
Saturday: 7 AM to 4 PM
Sunday: 7 AM to 2 PM
We have a parking lot with FREE parking located directly in front of the building. There is also street parking available nearby.