# Black Iron Athletics - Full Description > Veteran-owned gym in Frisco, TX. Forging everyday people into everyday athletes through strength, community, and purpose. Since 2013. ## About Black Iron Athletics Black Iron Athletics is a veteran-owned gym located in Frisco, Texas, founded in 2013. Mike Manning came on board in 2014 and has been sole owner since 2018. The gym offers coach-led group training, Olympic weightlifting, HYROX training, personal training, nutrition coaching, and open gym access. Over 3,000 members have trained at Black Iron Athletics. The gym holds a 5.0 star Google rating. Black Iron Athletics is not a CrossFit affiliate. It offers similar functional fitness and group training but operates independently with its own programming. ## Location & Contact - Address: 279 Main St #122, Frisco, TX 75036 - Phone: (972) 785-7036 - Email: mike@blackironathletics.com - Hours: Open Gym 7 days a week (between classes and after hours). Coach-led classes available throughout the day (see schedule). - Website: https://www.blackironathletics.com ## Service Area Frisco, Prosper, The Colony, Little Elm, McKinney, Plano, Celina, and North Dallas. ## Owner Mike Manning is the Owner and Head Coach. He came to Black Iron Athletics in 2014 and bought out his partners in 2018, becoming sole owner. He stayed because he missed the feeling of being part of a team and community that pushed each other to show up and be better. The gym is veteran-owned. ## Coaching Staff - Mike Manning - Owner & Head Coach - Kristin - General Manager - Aileen - Coach - Evan - Coach - Amber - Coach - Emily - Coach ## Programs & Services ### Group Training High-energy, coach-led classes for all fitness levels. Every class includes structured warm-ups, skill work, strength programming, and conditioning. All movements are scaled to each individual's ability. No experience required. ### Olympic Weightlifting Dedicated classes focused on the snatch, clean & jerk. Technique-focused coaching for beginners through advanced lifters. ### HYROX Training Specialized training for HYROX race preparation. Combines functional fitness with race-specific conditioning. ### Personal Training 1-on-1 coaching with customized programming, individual accountability, nutrition guidance, and monthly body composition scans. ### Nutrition Coaching Macro-based nutrition coaching. Includes personalized macro targets, the FuelPath food tracking tool, barcode scanning, daily compliance tracking, and ongoing coach support. The gym provides a free Macro Calculator at https://fuelpath.app/calculator. ### Open Gym Access to all equipment for self-directed training between classes and after hours, 7 days a week. Available with Unlimited and Open Gym memberships. ### Monthly Body Composition Scans Included with all memberships. Track progress with accurate body composition data. ## Membership Options ### Standard (3x Per Week) - 3 coach-led classes per week - Strength & Conditioning, Olympic Weightlifting, HYROX - Monthly Body Composition Scan - Community Events ### Unlimited + Open Gym (Most Popular) - Unlimited coach-led classes - Open Gym 7 days a week (between classes and after hours) - Private gym access - All class types included - Monthly Body Composition Scan - Community Events ### Personal Training - 1-on-1 coaching sessions - Customized programming - Individual accountability - Nutrition guidance - Monthly Body Composition Scan - Community Events ### Open Gym Only - Open Gym 7 days a week (between classes and after hours) - Private gym access - Access to all programming - Self-directed training Membership pricing is published: Standard $200/mo, Unlimited + Open Gym $240/mo, Open Gym Only $50/mo, Personal Training $120-150/hour, Nutrition Coaching $200/mo founding rate. Memberships open with a 90-day commitment, then go month to month. Book a free consultation: https://book.blackironathletics.com/book ## Getting Started Process 1. Book a Free Consultation - Meet with a coach to discuss your goals (20 minutes, no pressure) 2. Build Your Custom Plan - Coaches create a plan based on your fitness level and goals 3. Start Moving - Begin classes with full coaching support from day one ## Core Beliefs 1. Quality of Life Over Ego - Build real strength that serves you for decades, not just for show. 2. Community & Accountability - A support system of coaches and athletes who notice when you're gone. 3. Mental Health Matters - Support for the whole person, not just the workout. 4. Nutrition Is the Foundation - You can't out-train a bad diet. Nutrition coaching is part of the approach. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Black Iron Athletics beginner-friendly? Yes. Every workout is scaled to your ability. Coaches are present in every class to guide your movements and modify exercises. Many members start with zero gym experience. ### What types of classes do you offer? Coach-led Group Training (Strength & Conditioning) is the scheduled class. The Olympic lifts are in the programming year-round and the dedicated weightlifting block runs seasonally. Black Iron is a HYROX affiliate — that programming comes from HYROX HQ and runs in open gym seven days a week; there is no HYROX class on the schedule. ### What's included in my membership? All memberships include coach-led classes, monthly body composition scans, and community events. Unlimited memberships add open gym access 7 days a week. Personal Training adds 1-on-1 coaching and nutrition guidance. ### What makes Black Iron different from other gyms? Every session is coach-led with real programming, not random workouts. The gym combines training and nutrition under one roof. The community holds each other accountable. It's veteran-owned with a culture built on discipline, respect, and showing up. ### Do I need to be in shape to start? No. "Getting in shape first" is not necessary. The coaches scale every workout to your current level. The gym has helped people start who haven't exercised in years. ### Is Black Iron Athletics a CrossFit gym? No. Black Iron Athletics is not affiliated with CrossFit. It offers similar functional fitness and group training but operates independently with its own programming and coaching methodology. ### What is TDEE? Total Daily Energy Expenditure. It's the total number of calories your body burns in a day, including exercise. The Black Iron Athletics Macro Calculator helps you estimate your TDEE and set macro targets. ### What are macros? Macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fat. Tracking macros gives you more control over body composition than tracking calories alone. ### Do you offer nutrition coaching? Yes. Nutrition coaching is available as part of the training approach. The gym provides a free Macro Calculator and the FuelPath food tracking system for daily compliance tracking. ### How much does a membership cost? Standard $200/mo (3 classes a week), Unlimited + Open Gym $240/mo, Open Gym Only $50/mo, Personal Training $120-150/hour, Nutrition Coaching $200/mo founding rate. Every membership starts with a free consultation and the Foundations week, and memberships open with a 90-day commitment, then go month to month. Book a free consultation: https://book.blackironathletics.com/book ### Where is Black Iron Athletics located? 279 Main St #122, Frisco, TX 75036. The gym serves Frisco, Prosper, The Colony, Little Elm, McKinney, Plano, Celina, and North Dallas. ### What are the gym hours? Open Gym is available 7 days a week, between classes and after hours. Coach-led classes run throughout the day. Check the schedule at https://www.blackironathletics.com/schedule for current class times. ## Tools & Resources - Macro Calculator: https://fuelpath.app/calculator - FuelPath Nutrition Tracker: https://fuelpath.app - FuelPath Philosophy: https://fuelpath.app - Blog: https://www.blackironathletics.com/blog/ ## Social Media - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackironathletics - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blackironathletics - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackironathletics ## Key Pages - Homepage: https://www.blackironathletics.com - About Us: https://www.blackironathletics.com/about - Getting Started: https://www.blackironathletics.com/getting-started - Book Consultation: https://book.blackironathletics.com/book - Programs: https://www.blackironathletics.com/programs - Class Schedule: https://www.blackironathletics.com/schedule - FAQ: https://www.blackironathletics.com/faq - Contact: https://www.blackironathletics.com/contact