WELCOME TO THE LIFTERS GUILD
Strength, Community, and Real Coaching
From a one-car garage to a 24/7 facility
THE START
GARAGE DAYS
One barbell. Big goals.
We started in a one-car garage with a couple of barbells, a squat stand, and a whiteboard. No mirrors—just coaching, form, and consistent reps. Those early sessions shaped our philosophy: learn the movement first, then build strength safely. The community grew because the results were real and the coaching was personal.
GARAGE 2.0
More space. More strength.
Word spread, and so did the equipment: full dumbbell sets, kettlebells, a sturdier rack, and better flooring. We doubled down on the basics—mobility, stability, and progressive overload—so every client could practice with confidence. The vibe stayed the same: small, focused, and driven by steady progress week after week.
THE SWAMP
Evicted by HOA. Rebuilt by grit.
Mid-pandemic, our HOA forced us out, and the only option left was a single-car garage tucked behind boat storage at the marina—decrepit and full of trash. Vinny, Erika, and our clients rolled up their sleeves, cleaned it out, and turned it into a usable training space. It wasn’t pretty, but it kept the community lifting until we secured our first commercial facility.
CURRENT GUILD (4.0)
Private studio. Client-only access. Real results.
Now at 1519 Old Bridge Rd, Woodbridge (22191), The Lifters Guild is a 1,600 sq ft training studio offering 1:1 personal training and 24/7 Open Gym for clients. We teach proper form, build routines that stick, and support long-term progress. Whether you’re here for coaching or our $20 programs, the goal is the same: train smarter, get stronger, and feel confident in the gym.
