Brightside Barbell

Starting personal training sessions at Brightside Barbell was a life changing experience. I came into training suffering from chronic pain and being unable to walk for even 30 minutes without having to stop because of the pain. After only a few months, I could walk miles pain free, bench press my own body weight, and more. The trainers are incredibly intelligent, patient, and just a great time to be around.I'll take what I've learned from Brightside with me for the rest of my life!

Brightside Barbell is the *best* gym I’ve ever been to! It is a super-inclusive, body-positive space where you can focus on getting stronger and meeting your individual goals without the noise and pressure of traditional gyms. They offer CrossFit, olympic lifting, pilates, and powerlifting classes, and have tons of convenient class times. In addition, they run all kinds of fun events like special skill workshops, the CrossFit open, potlucks, etc. They’ve also been really responsive to requests from the community — for additional class times, more lifting classes, skill workshops, etc. Most importantly, the coaches at this gym are phenomenal. The coaches are able to create custom programs for you to work through on your own, which is helpful to meet specific goals like alleviating pain or getting stronger in specific areas. But even in group classes, you get 1-1 time with the coach where they answer questions and provide really useful feedback on your form so you can rest assured that you're doing all the complex movements correctly and safely and/or adjust the workout to your needs and abilities. When I joined BB, I learned that I had developed bad habits at other gyms where my form wasn't closely watched, so it has been great to be educated so I stay safe and get stronger. I’d been to tons of other gyms before and haven’t loved the energy, but Brightside is a really special place.

Brightside Barbell is an incredible gym. The coaches here are all thoughtful, encouraging, and incredibly talented at teaching skills and form to everyone. Coach Brooks is especially talented at making CrossFit and lifting accessible to all; they always have scaling options prepared for every movement in class, and come with a no judgement approach designed to get you moving. The community is welcoming, nonjudgemental, and just fun to be around! I’ve never been into exercising before Brightside, and now I feel excited to head to the gym multiple times a week. I leave every class feeling accomplished and encouraged to keep coming back. I can’t recommend Brightside Barbell enough!!

over the last year this gym has become my favorite gym of all times. The owners are the nicest humans, and the owner/headcoach Brooks is the best CF coach ive ever had. They have the rare combo of a brilliant mind and a gentle hand. The way they coach has made me understand the lifts in ways Ive never understood them before. Love this community, so hardworking and so gay, so good.

Great place to get a kickass workout. I took a CrossFit style community class here from Coach B and it was incredible and well adjusted to suit everyone's needs. Pretty chill group and a safe & welcoming space for all. Their website is …

Great little local barbell/crossfit gym in a convenient location (street parking is almost always easy to find). The folks who workout here are friendly and encouraging, the coaches are fantastic, the programming is always just the right amount of challenging.

I have been to this location twice and have inquired about operational hours and to look at the facility. Unfortunately both times i was ignored. The first time, I walked in I was told I had to make an appointment. No hello, no welcome …

Welcoming, inclusive space. Brightside Barbell is a community of kind, encouraging people. …

My friend put me on to training with the head Coach, Brooks, last year. Haven’t looked back since! They’ve been an integral part of my wellness and healing journey. Super chill, patient, funny, and knowledgeable. I appreciate the gym space, other coaches, and inclusive community too. I say check it them out!

Brooks is an amazing trainer and community builder and this gym reflects that. Brooks’ depth of knowledge and ability to apply it is incredible. I smashed all my PRs after their personal training 10 week cycle. …