Learn Precision & Form With Barbell Strength Class

Love the thrill of a perfectly executed lift? Tired of endless cardio?

Archetype Crossfit offers dedicated Barbell Strength classes meant to build the important fundamentals for lifting weights with a barbell.

In addition to your regular Crossfit membership, these classes focus on:

  • Mastering fundamental lifts: Clean & Jerk, Snatch, and more.

  • Developing impeccable form: Precision and timing are paramount.

  • Building explosive strength: Maximize your power through targeted drills.

Elevate your Crossfit game with expert instruction and a focus on Olympic lifting. Fill out the form below to book a no sweat intro and find out more about our membership options and pricing.


Frequently Asked Questions About Our Barbell Strength Program

Whether you’re looking for general information about getting started with fitness and working out, or you’re specifically interested in barbell movements, we’re here to answer your burning questions.

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  • ACF's Barbell classes are dedicated to building strength, balance, explosiveness, and precision through focused drills and strength exercises using barbells. These hour-long sessions provide comprehensive barbell training.

  • ACF’s Barbell Strength classes focus and break down specifically barbell movements. You will likely see snatches, clean and jerks, and presses (Olympic weightlifting movements) but you will also practice deadlifts, squat variations, and occasionally bench press.

  • Barbell is every Thursday night from 6:30-7:30 pm and 9 -10 am on Saturday.

  • Results take time and consistency is key. If you’re a beginner, you can expect to see results in just about 30 days. For more experienced athletes with targeted goals, you can work closely with an ACF coach to tailor workouts, select weights and a rep scheme so you can start seeing results as soon as possible.

  • Yes! We offer a selection of protein and energy drinks for purchase as well as protein bars for a pre or post workout snack.

  • Of course! Visitors are always welcome at ACF, we only ask that if you are going to drop in that you have a minimum of 3 months CrossFit experience and are an active member of an affiliate.

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Hear From Our Members

  • “As a newbie to CrossFit, Archetype has been one of the best decisions I’ve made in a long time! The coaches are all very supportive and push you through each workout.”

    - Wes, ACF Member

  • "What a gem. I discovered this gym a few months back, trying CrossFit for the first time, and I absolutely love it here!"

    - Hadas, ACF Member

  • "Classes are always fun and up-tempo. Other members are also supportive and it's a great community to be a part of. I would highly recommend stopping in and giving it a shot."

    - Dallas, ACF Member

  • “Great place to build strength in a supportive place. Highly recommend!”

    - Ruth, ACF Member

  • "When I joined Archetype CrossFit, I gave myself a maximum of 3 months: "too challenging", "not for me", "I have no experience" etc. It's been more than a year and I have no plans of leaving."

    - Tamara, ACF Member

  • "ACF makes sure that everyone, from beginners to seasoned athletes, feels welcome and challenged at the right level."

    - Rafael, ACF Member