Barbell Barbell Gym
Editorial Summary
"Barbell Barbell Gym in Pelican Bay, FL, is a dedicated facility for powerlifting and competitive strength training. The gym features competition-grade barbells, platforms, and a full array of racks and specialty bars. Coaching staff hold credentials from USA Powerlifting and have experience training athletes at national meets. The environment is serious yet supportive, with programming tailored to both raw and equipped lifters. Observed strengths include structured periodization, video review stations, and a community focused on progressive overload. Uncompromising focus on powerlifting technique and meet preparation, combined with expert coaching and high-quality equipment."
— PTC Review TeamFacility Hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Community Feedback
"Barbell Barbell is the best powerlifting gyms that I have been at with top of the line equipment, welcoming atmosphere and an amazing owner. Overall rating for each category for people who want the TLDR. Equipment quality: 5/5 Location: N/A Cleaniness: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Cost: 5/5 Amenties: 4.5/5 (clean washroom, wifi etc. Only thing missing is some more air circulation but they are renovating right now. I will amend the review when it is done.) Personal trainer: 5/5 ---Photos attached--- My story with Barbell Barbell started early during the year when I was in Florida for a business trip and looking for a gym to workout at I found Barbell Barbell. I signed up for the gym with the QR code on the door and went in. The gym was very clean, it also had amazing barbells, chalk and all types of equipments. The bars all have high quality grips that actually made my hand hurt but at least it didn't slide at all. My old gym had old bars which felt like they were going to slip everytime I tried to lift heavy. I got a good workout in and met some early gym goers and later Morgan who was the owner. He is a great guy, super friendly, he gave me great tips on how to improve my bench press and even spotted me for a few sets. All of their equipment felt super solid, no shaking or lose componets. They even had some strongman stuff there as well. Ever since then, ive been with them for a few months and this is my rating of the gym so far. Equipment: From what I saw the main room has 4 squat racks 2 monolifts 4 combo racks 1 reverse hyper-extension machine chains and a bunch of barbell variations Strong man equipment The second room had a bunch of various condition equipment, two sets of dumbells, row machine, lat pulldown machine, stretch zone etc. (I don't know the name of all the equipment but I have the area photo) Overall rating for equipment Quality is 5/5 (only a bit lower for strongman stuff if you are interested as 4/5) Quantity is 5/5 Cleaniness and customizability is all 5/5 Location: Location is something I can't rate as I am an outsider to Florida. It does feel pretty convinient by car but much less so by bike or walking. In terms of the overall location of the gym relative to the surrounding region amenities, I am not sure. The gym inside is very nice though as it is a nice isolated building, solid floors and enough room for everyone. Interior 5/5 Cleaniness and amenities: I will rate these two together as the gym is pretty clean and has great amenities. Equipment feels brand new and the gym is not dirty by any means. They also have wifi, clean washroom, air conditioning and some small ventilation fans. The air condition is weak so the gym is installing some large fans to help with air circulation to prepare for summer. Right now I find myself being too reliant on the ventilation fans to stop me from overheating. Recently, they also added a messaging service which I have not used. Cleaniness: 5/5 Amenities: 4.5/5 Personal trainer: The gym also has personal trainer mainly being the owner himself. I am not a client of his but I at least speak on what I have seen. He is very caring and honest with his clients as I see him guiding them throughout their workout routines. This ranges from beginners to more experienced gym goers. The cost for his personal training is listed on his website. I am not sure if the gym has other trainers. Personal Trainer experience: 5/5 Personal Trainer quality: 5/5 Personal Trainer amount: N/A (not aware of other personal trainers) Atmosphere: The gym itself is very nice and the people who go there are also very friendly. Everyone is chill and you can ask them for tips as most of them are very experienced in powerlifting or bodybuilding. However, for people who are not used to the loud banging plates it might be quite a shock for you but gets you pumped. Atmosphere: 5/5 Cost: Overall, cost is found on the gym site which includes day passes $15, weekpass $30 and monthly $60. Quite affordable. Cost: 5/5 Overall, amazing experience. Would recommend to anyone! Thanks Morgan."
Ricky Wang
August 2024
"Great gym! The mecca of powerlifting facilities on the westside of the state. The atmosphere is fantastic and everyone there is genuinely interested in getting stronger. They also offer 1on1 training with Chuck and Morgan if that is something you are interested in! If you are looking for the niche equipment tailored to the needs of strength training, this is your facility."
Mackenzie Tomasik
August 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Barbell Barbell Gym offer coaching for lifters new to competitive powerlifting?
Yes, Barbell Barbell Gym provides beginner-to-advanced programs, with coaches teaching proper technique in squat, bench press, and deadlift for those new to the sport.
What powerlifting federations does Barbell Barbell Gym's coaching staff have experience with?
The coaching staff at Barbell Barbell Gym holds certifications and competition experience with USA Powerlifting (USAPL) and International Powerlifting Federation (IPF)-affiliated events.
Are there competition-specific equipment and platforms available at Barbell Barbell Gym?
Yes, Barbell Barbell Gym is equipped with calibrated powerlifting bars, deadlift platforms, competition benches, and squat racks that meet USAPL/IPF specifications.
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