# Archetype Strength

> Private 24-hour strength gyms in Raleigh, NC. 3 locations, professional coaching, open gym access, and personal training.

Archetype Strength was founded in 2017 in Cary, NC by Steve Olson. After coming from a long background in collegiate and professional athletics, he wanted to bring professional-grade training environments — the same quality sought by pro athletes — to the general public. Now with three locations across the Raleigh area, Archetype Strength offers 24-hour open gym access and personal training.

## Google Rating

4.6 stars with 124+ reviews across all locations.

## Services

- **24 Hour Open Gym**: Round-the-clock access to all 3 gym locations with premium strength training equipment, minimal foot traffic, and clean facilities. Members use the Kisi app on their phone to unlock doors at any hour. No waiting for equipment — low traffic is a key advantage.
- **Personal Training**: Certified strength and conditioning coaches for all levels — from complete beginners to competitive powerlifters. Head Coach Will holds a degree in Exercise Science, is an accomplished powerlifter, and programs for general population through record-holding powerlifters. 1-on-1 sessions available at all locations.
- **Drop-In Passes**: Short-term gym access without a membership commitment. 1 day ($24), 2 days ($40), 1 week ($55), or 1 month ($69). Instant access to all 3 locations via the Kisi app.
- **Rent Space for Trainers**: Personal trainers can rent gym space to train their own clients. No revenue split, no hourly fees, no daily fees — just a flat monthly rate. Two options: 3 days/week ($500/month) or unlimited training ($750/month). Unlimited clients at all locations with a max of 3 clients per hour. 3-month minimum commitment, then 60-day notice to cancel. Trainer also gets personal 24/7 access for themselves and a spouse at all locations.

## Membership Pricing

- Monthly: $69/month (or $34 every 2 weeks)
- Yearly: $690 (buy 10 months, get 2 free — save $138)
- Family discount: additional family members get 50% off
- Military discount: 10% off for past and current military
- No annual fees, no long-term contracts
- One-time sign-up fee only
- One membership = 24/7 access to all 3 locations
- Signup is fully online and takes less than 5 minutes
- Cancellation: submit a final month notice online (next month is your final month, you keep access through it)

## How Access Works

1. Sign up online (takes less than 5 minutes)
2. Receive email to download the Kisi app
3. Account is automatically linked to your gym membership
4. Your phone opens the doors when you're nearby
5. The entire setup process takes 2 minutes

## Locations

### West Raleigh / Cary
- Address: 6601 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27606
- Phone: 919-525-9328
- Hours: 24/7
- Equipment: Multiple squat racks, full dumbbell set, deadlift platforms, specialty bars, plate-loaded machines, cardio equipment
- Serving: West Raleigh, Cary, NC State University area
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/6601+Hillsborough+St,+Raleigh,+NC+27606

### East Raleigh
- Address: 2011 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27604
- Phone: 919-525-9328
- Hours: 24/7
- Equipment: 8 squat racks, dumbbells to 150lbs, 4 deadlift platforms, specialty bars, 105' open turf, rower/bikes/ski ergs, sled, 15+ machines
- 5-7 minutes from Downtown Raleigh, close to Capital Blvd
- On-site parking available
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/2011+N+Raleigh+Blvd,+Raleigh,+NC+27604

### RTP / Brier Creek
- Address: 9521 Lumley Rd, Morrisville, NC 27560
- Hours: 24/7
- Equipment: Combo racks, bumper plates, full dumbbell set, specialty bars, indoor turf, selectorized machines, cardio equipment, sled track
- Newest and most equipped location
- Serving: RTP, Brier Creek, Morrisville, Durham area
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/9521+Lumley+Rd,+Morrisville,+NC+27560

## Contact

- Phone: 919-752-3211 (main) / 919-525-9328 (locations)
- Email: Info@archetypestrength.com
- Website: https://www.archetypestrength.com
- Schedule a tour: https://www.archetypestrength.com/contact

## Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it really 24 hour open gym?
A: Yes. Once you become a member you can come in anytime, any day.

Q: Can I access ALL 3 locations when I join?
A: Yes — all members get access to all locations with one membership.

Q: Do you offer 1-on-1 personal training?
A: Yes. Contact us to schedule a consultation and go over options.

Q: Do you have family discounts?
A: Yes — family members get 50% off the base membership.

Q: Do you have military discounts?
A: Yes — 10% off for past and current military.

Q: How do you get in?
A: Download the Kisi app after signing up. Your phone opens the doors when you're nearby. Takes 2 minutes.

Q: Any annual fees?
A: No annual fees, just a one-time sign-up fee.

Q: Any long term contracts?
A: No. Regular memberships use a final month notice to cancel. Drop-in passes are for the exact duration you purchase.

Q: How do you cancel?
A: Online via the cancel page. Submit a final month notice — you keep access through your final month.

Q: Is this a powerlifting gym?
A: Yes — competition racks, calibrated plates, deadlift platforms, specialty bars. All experience levels welcome.

Q: Good for beginners?
A: Absolutely. All experience levels welcome with a supportive environment.

## Gym Rules

Put your weights back, clean up, be nice, don't be a distraction to others, don't take up a ton of equipment, don't have your tripod in the middle of the room, be a good person.

## Sister Business

Super Rad Retro Lounge — https://www.superradretrolounge.com

## Social Media

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archetypestrength
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archetypestrength
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@archetypestrength

## Pages

- Home: https://www.archetypestrength.com
- Locations: https://www.archetypestrength.com/locations
- West Raleigh: https://www.archetypestrength.com/west-raleigh
- East Raleigh: https://www.archetypestrength.com/east-raleigh
- RTP / Brier Creek: https://www.archetypestrength.com/rtp
- Open Gym: https://www.archetypestrength.com/open-gym
- Personal Training: https://www.archetypestrength.com/personal-training
- Pricing: https://www.archetypestrength.com/pricing
- Drop-In Passes: https://www.archetypestrength.com/drop-in
- Rent Space: https://www.archetypestrength.com/rent
- Contact & FAQ: https://www.archetypestrength.com/contact