About
“Since becoming part of The Warehouse community, I’ve learned to love working out, to never give up on myself, and to let go of the pursuit of perfection.”
The original location of The Warehouse opened on June 3rd, 2013.
Today, we are located a stone’s throw away from our original location. Our entrance faces Rosemount’s Central Park.
Meet Nickie
Nickie Carrigan never planned to own a fitness studio.
In 10th grade at South Saint Paul High School, she was assigned ten minutes of group fitness choreography for a PE class, and she was instantly hooked. She told everyone she wanted to be an "aerobics instructor" (haha, it was the 1990s).
Most people told her that working in fitness wasn't a real job, so she tucked the dream away and went on to earn her degree in English Education and Theatre Arts at California State University, Long Beach.
At 25, Nickie became a mom. Hoping for an hour to herself and a little human connection, she walked into a group fitness class in Huntington Beach, California, shortly after having her first son. The instructor started class with no sense of connection; not from her, not among the class participants. Nickie left that workout feeling more invisible than when she'd arrived.
That moment became her teaching philosophy, though she didn't realize it at the time.
She believes the workout isn't the entire point of a group fitness class, human connection is. The instructor sets that tone. A great instructor sees you the second you walk in. A great instructor knows the names of their participants, celebrates their wins, and welcomes them exactly as they are.
This is the vibe that makes group fitness life-changing. No one should ever leave a group fitness class feeling the way Nickie did that day. Not on her watch.
In 2004, their little family moved home to Minnesota, and shortly after moving home, her second son was born. As a mom of two, Nickie jumped into her dream of teaching group fitness. First at a community center, then a big-box gym, and eventually building a side hustle in corporate wellness. With two little ones at home and a husband who traveled, she needed a career where she could own her time. Group fitness gave that to her.
HOW THE WAREHOUSE BEGAN
Around 2011, Nickie was teaching a thriving boot camp out of a martial arts studio in Rosemount when the owner told her he was closing. The class had a great following and nowhere to take them.
Driving through town after a sweaty day in the bleachers watching their sons compete in RAAA Track, Nickie and her husband spotted a "for rent" sign on the Corrigan Electric building. They called Don Corrigan, rented his shop, and opened their doors.
They named it The Warehouse because that's literally what it was, a warehouse space. But a warehouse is also a place where you come to work, where there are a lot of moving parts, where sustainable change gets made. Even through their move to their current location, the name sticks, and it still fits who they are.
That's still what they do , and what they have been doing for more than a decade in Rosemount.
WHAT YOU'LL FIND HERE
Every class, every challenge, every birthday shout-out and Hall of Fame moment — it all comes back to that day Nickie walked into a group fitness class and wished someone would have just noticed she was there.
At The Warehouse, someone will always notice you are there. It's who we are and what we are about.
At The Warehouse, we focus on more than just your body. We believe fitness and movement should be fun, engaging, and give you the results you desire.
What we are about
Fitness
Healthy people are happy people. Healthy people are better parents, employees, spouses, friends, and contributors to their communities. At The Warehouse, our instructors will help you unleash your inner athlete, bad ass, dancing queen, (you name it) and help you find the best version of you.
Friendships
Train among people who care about you. At The Warehouse, you become part of our community; our fitness friends. Many of us connect in the lobby after class, and even build friendships outside of the gym. We all simply care about each other. If you don't come to class, we miss you. Not only do we miss you, but we help you stay accountable to the reasons you signed up in the first place.
Fun
Fitness doesn't have to be a grueling calorie scorching session that leaves you feeling gutted. At The Warehouse, we make fitness fun and approachable by providing variety, creativity, and exercises to fit your fitness goals.
House Rules
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During a class our trainers do their best to help each person. However, we understand that there may be some individual questions or modifications that may apply to just you. Feel free to have a conversation before or after class to discuss these issues. We want you to have the best experience every time you walk through our doors.
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All class participants must have a water bottle. Please hydrate both during and after your workout.
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Pre-registration ensures you have a guaranteed spot in class and helps our team plan for the best experience possible. It allows us to manage class sizes, prep equipment, and customize the workout when needed. Plus, it helps keep our schedule running smoothly so you get the most out of every visit!
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There is just no easy way to say it; wear your deodorant, and wash your clothes. We are all working very hard and sweating like crazy in close quarters.
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Warehouse family,
We are sharing this to bring some clarity, and give an update to you on our policy about kids in the waiting area during class.
We LOVE that you continue to make your workout a priority, and we do not mind a bit of you bring your kids. We get it! Most of us are busy parents too, and have done the same thing. However, we have some house rules in place for their safety, and the safety of our other members that we need your full cooperation on.
You are in charge of your kids. We do not offer any type of childcare service. If your kids must come with you, please choose a spot on the workout floor where you can keep a connection with them while they sit in the waiting area.
Tips: Give them something to do, and guidance on how to behave while they are there waiting for you. We are in a small space, so voices need to stay down, and they need to be guided to do a seated activity like reading, or educational iPad games, etc. Toys from home need to be limited. Unattended toys can be a tripping hazard in our very small space. No Play Doh. No balls.
The instructors and/or our staff are not responsible for watching your kids. Our team needs to keep their focus on the clients, and the clients safety and experience during class.
During class, kids are not allowed, under any circumstance, to enter the workout floor. This is for their safety and the safety and curtesy of our other members. No exceptions.
Kids are not allowed to use or play with any of our equipment. No exceptions. This is a very serious safety and liability issue, and we need your cooperation and leadership.
If your kids are unable to abide by our house rules for the class period, we will have to ask you to leave. We do not ever want to do that, and do not want to be put in that position. This is why we are asking for your cooperation and leadership on this matter.
We hope this brings clarity to our policy and expectations. Please reach out with any questions you may have.
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Many of our class experiences are bubbling with energy, from fist bumps, to belting out song lyrics, and sharing some deep belly laughs. There are key parts of class, however, that need your undivided attention for safety, out of respect for your fellow workout pals, and your instructor leading the workout. Please save the detailed catch-ups for before and after class, to help us keep the good vibes going.
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We have a robust online community and because of this we offer hybrid classes and we film a lot of our classes for the Warehouse On Demand Library. There is a high chance you could be on camera or in a filmed class. If you would prefer not to be filmed, please let us know upon arrival or by simply texting ahead of time 651-983-8368, and we will do our best to accommodate you by moving you to a part of the room that is not visible on camera.
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When in your day do you truly get to step away from everything and focus just on yourself? At The Warehouse, we’ve created a sacred space for exactly that. Please silence your devices and leave them with your belongings in the lobby so you can fully unplug and be present.
Exceptions:
Emergency on call first responders/ medical providers.
If you are dealing with a special circumstance, please let a member of our team know that you need access to your device.
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We aim to keep The Warehouse clean, orderly, and safe. After class, we ask you to wipe the equipment you used before putting it back. If you see something that needs our attention, please speak up.
The Warehouse opened in 2013 by Nickie Carrigan. She started it with a promise that no one would ever walk into group fitness class and feel invisible. More than a decade later, that's still what we're about.