You Don't Have To Start Strong.
Just Finish Strong.
Finish Strong Athletics is Slidell's supportive fitness community built around hard work, encouragement, and real growth. No egos. No expectations to already be "in shape", we meet you right where you are.
12+
Years Community
24/7
Member Access
100%
Scalable Workouts
Free Intro
Get a personalized tour of our Slidell facility, meet our coaches, and discuss your specific fitness background and goals in a low-pressure environment.
Custom Plan
Our expert coaches match you with the ideal program (CrossFit, LIIT, Kids Fitness, Team Training, or Personal Training) tailored to your schedule.
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Show up, execute workouts scaled for your exact fitness level, celebrate wins alongside our community, and build physical and mental strength that lasts.
More Than A Gym, A Community Built Around Support & Hard Work
Our members range from experienced athletes to people walking into a gym for the very first time. We have busy parents, working professionals, beginners, competitive athletes, and kids all training under the same roof. Different ages, abilities, and goals are welcomed here.
What makes Finish Strong special is the culture. There are no egos and no expectation that you have to already be "in shape" to belong. We meet people where they are, challenge them to grow, celebrate their wins, and support them along the way.
- No egos or judgments, all fitness levels welcomed
- Expert coaching for every movement and skill
- 24/7 keycard access for flexible training
- Friendships, laughs, and genuine encouragement
Comprehensive Fitness Solutions For Slidell
Whether you want high-energy group workouts, controlled strength building, youth athletic foundation, or 1-on-1 personal coaching, we have the program for you.
Functional Fitness & High Intensity Training
Our group fitness classes combine strength training, conditioning, and functional movements to build a stronger, fitter, more capable you. Workouts are varied, challenging, and scalable for all fitness levels, from complete beginners to experienced athletes.
LIIT Training (Low Intensity)
Low Intensity Interval Training focuses on controlled strength work designed to build muscle, improve strength, and increase overall fitness without the high impact intensity of our traditional group classes. A great option for anyone looking to get stronger and build lean muscle at a more controlled pace.
Kids Fitness Program
Our kids program makes fitness fun while building a strong athletic foundation. Classes focus on age appropriate strength, speed, agility, coordination, balance, and proper movement, all while helping kids build confidence, teamwork, and a positive relationship with fitness.
Sports Team Training
Training designed to help athletes perform better in their sport. We work with teams on speed, agility, strength, conditioning, coordination, explosiveness, and overall athletic development. Programming can be tailored to the specific needs and demands of each sport and team.
Personal Training & Private Lessons
One on one training built around your individual goals. Whether you are looking to improve strength, learn proper technique, work on specific skills, increase athletic performance, or simply feel more confident in the gym, private sessions provide personalized coaching and focused attention to help you progress at your own pace.
What Our Slidell Members Say
Don't just take our word for it, see how Finish Strong Athletics has helped local athletes, parents, and beginners thrive.
Based on Google Reviews • Slidell, LA Community
“Finish Strong Athletics is truly unlike any other gym. Jon and the coaches welcome everyone regardless of where you start. The programming is challenging but scalable, and the community genuinely cheers for your wins.”
Michael R.
Member 3+ Years
“The best gym in Slidell! I was intimidated to walk into a CrossFit gym, but there are zero egos here. The coaches make sure your form is safe and encourage you every step of the way.”
Ashley D.
Busy Mom & 5AM Crew
“Top-tier coaching and great equipment. Between the functional fitness, LIIT options, and 24/7 access, it fits every schedule. Hands down the highest quality gym community on the Northshore.”
David K.
Athletic Performance
Meet Jon Burchard
Owner and Head Coach
For Jon Burchard, Finish Strong Athletics was part of his life long before he became its owner. Jon trained at the gym for 12 years, quickly falling in love with the culture, the people, and the grind. Fitness became more than something he did, it became a true passion, along with helping others discover what they are capable of.
When the opportunity arose for Jon and his wife, Lexie, to take ownership of the gym and continue building the community they already loved, it was a no-brainer. Having spent 12 years on the member side of the gym, Jon understands firsthand what makes the Finish Strong community special. Outside of the gym, Jon enjoys spending time with Lexie and their family, chasing around their two French Bulldogs (Eddie and Harvey), playing pickleball, and catching concerts.
Inside Finish Strong Athletics
Located at 3086 Gause Blvd in Slidell, LA, fully equipped for CrossFit, functional strength, kids athletic development, and 24/7 training.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about training at Finish Strong Athletics in Slidell, LA.