ABOUT WARRIOR FORMATS

WARRIOR Rhythm™

(Yoga-ish)

Fitness-focused with yoga undertones, WARRIOR Rhythm increases strength, flexibility, and balance. It’s yoga + weights + HIIT + mindfulness rolled into one insanely rhythmic experience! Grab a yoga mat, and weights, and get ready for unconventional yoga flows and unforgettable playlists designed to unleash your inner wild thing!

WARRIOR Strength™

(Functional Training)

WARRIOR Strength™ is a dynamic format including cardio and strength training, energizing playlists, and a functional fitness focus. WARRIOR Strength includes super fun and original formulas that make time fly by. The goal is to make participants sweat, feel the burn, and enjoy an endorphin rush.

BURN Our original "CARDIO COUNTDOWN" formula provides 30 minutes of cardiovascular conditioning This HIIT class is all about maximal caloric expenditure in a short amount of time.

BUILD In just 30 minutes, this mobility and strength-based class will tighten, tone, lengthen, and sculpt your muscles! Our stations follow unique formulas that are smart, fun, and ever-evolving.

WARRIOR Combat™

(Boxing/Kickboxing)

WARRIOR Combat is boxing inspired, powerful, and fierce. It is for everybody and every BODY. WARRIOR Combat has two 30-minute sections. These sections are distinguished by timed intervals and moves synchronized to music. Both include boxing combinations, HIIT training, total body strength and aerobic conditioning. Have a set of dumbbells handy and get ready to feel like a confident badass.

WARRIOR Revolution™

Experience the ultimate expression of music and cycling! WARRIOR Revolution features diverse playlists, intelligent programming, and dance undertones WARRIOR Revolution is perfect for newbies and seasoned riders looking for an edgier experience. Your ride awaits! Join the revolution!

WARRIOR Rhythm ROOTS™

(Active Aging)

Embrace stability and a powerful sense of grounding with WARRIOR Rhythm ROOTS™, an evolution of our signature program. Combining yoga-inspired sequences, resistance training, and cardio, this class enhances balance, flexibility, and strength with the support of a chair. Experience the perfect blend of rhythmic yoga flows, mindful movements, and invigorating, low impact exercises tailored for active agers and adaptive athletes. Root yourself in an unforgettable practice that nurtures your body and soul.

WARRIOR Kids

(Cardio Countdown for Kids)

In six theme-based sections, this 30-minute cardio class is all about the camaraderie born from teamwork, improving posture through body awareness, developing strength, coordination, and boosting self-confidence! CARDIO COUNTDOWN for KIDS emphasizes the FUN in functional fitness for grades K-5th.

Ellen de Werd

Meet the Creator

Ellen de Werd is a renowned fitness industry leader with over 25 years of experience in group fitness. A 2024 and 2025 IDEA Group Fitness Instructor of the Year Award nominee, she is the visionary creator behind the WARRIOR formats—dynamic, license-free programs now taught in 14 countries. Through her company, Ellen empowers group fitness professionals with smart, fun, and original content designed to inspire and elevate their classes.

Ellen is the owner of WARRIOR Studio in Eugene, OR where she teaches. She is also the host of the Confessions of a GroupX Instructor podcast, and a Legacy Lululemon Ambassador.

Our Brand Story

We help instructors unleash their inner strength by providing them with original programming and a network of professional support.

Our Vision

To be a mainstream group exercise format caring more about self-acceptance and building others up than counting calories.

Our Mission

We provide a safe place for individuals to celebrate who they are.

Our Tagline

Rebels Wanted

Our Mantras

Come as You Are

All Shapes All Sizes

Keep Fighting

Ride Your Race