August was full of energy, breakthroughs, and big moments for our Skyway family. September is already shaping up to be even bigger. Here’s everything you need to know this month!
🔥 August Recap
Our crew stacked up 42 total PRs last month — 27 Deadlifts, 10 Press Complexes, and 5 Power Snatches. Every bell ring was proof of the grit and progress happening inside our walls.
We also celebrated Coach Alex and Coach Julia, who proudly repped Skyway at Tampa Bay Fit Fest! Beyond the barbell, our very first Mindset Small Group launched, sparking powerful breakthroughs and new confidence.
And here’s the cherry on top: Skyway made it into the Top 3 finalists in Tampa’s Best Awards program. We’re honored, grateful, and excited to see if we take home the top prize soon!
📅 What’s Happening in September
- ⚖️ Data Day – Sept. 8: Free InBody scans to track your progress.
- 💪 Stack & Slay Challenge – Starts Sept. 8: Our 6-week habit-stacking challenge kicks off! Build better routines and crush your goals. Register here »
- 🇺🇸 9/11 Memorial WOD – Sept. 11: Join us for “343” as we honor the fallen heroes.
- ☕ Brews with the Boss: Coffee date on us — who’s next?
☕ Brews with the Boss – Meet Kara!
Coach Justin sat down with longtime member Kara Manuel for Episode 2 of Brews with the Boss. Here’s what we learned over coffee:
1️⃣ She’s been baking sourdough for nearly two years.
2️⃣ She once played violin in the Omaha Symphony.
3️⃣ Her goals include staying injury-free and adding more mobility work.
4️⃣ She loves Skyway’s family vibe and the chance to meet people she otherwise wouldn’t.
5️⃣ At home, she’s a wife, mom of two, and dog-mom to “The Hooligans.”
🏆 Committed Club Legends
Congrats to Ally L. and Justin J. for topping August’s Committed Club with 16+ classes! They’ve earned a $50 Skyway Store credit and exclusive Golden Barbell access for the month.
Shoutout to all 40+ athletes who made the list — the consistency is inspiring, and the results show.
🎉 September Gymversaries
- 2 Years: Hannah Stevens
- 4 Years: Brooke Tanacredi
- 8 Years: Clint Dulin
Your commitment is the heartbeat of Skyway — here’s to many more years of lifting, sweating, and fist bumps.
🎤 Coach’s Corner: Meet Coach Justin
This month we turned the spotlight on Coach & Owner Justin Massey. Here are some fun facts:
- 🎶 Hype song: Pink Pony Club
- 🐒 Dream job if not coaching: Zoo keeper
- 💪 Favorite “secret love” movement: Squat Snatches
- 🦸 Superpower wish: The power to instantly clean up chalk
- 🥣 Go-to post-WOD treat: Overnight oats with chocolate protein, almond milk, and Lily’s dark chocolate chips
🎁 Giveaway Alert!
We’re keeping things fun with a Roll of Thumb Tape Giveaway — because grip slips are never invited to Skyway. Don’t miss your chance to snag one and keep your lifts solid.
Skyway is more than a gym — it’s a family. September is here, and we’re ready to keep stacking wins, sweating together, and writing stories of growth both inside and outside the gym walls.
