DLF Barbell Club

Fantastic experience: Love training and learning at DLF Barbell Club! Coach Beá is amazing — super supportive and makes it easy to try new things. It’s a really welcoming space, no matter your level. Everyone’s friendly, good vibes all round. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I loved training here! Everyone was so friendly and the atmosphere was always so welcoming. I learnt a lot from my own coach as well other people there. Honestly the best community I’ve been a part of

Fantastic experience: I have started training here after a 27 year lay off. I decided to try here because it looked like a perfect fit for me to start competing again. Danny is fantastic and his team are very welcoming. I plan to compete in July and go from there. I moved here from another local Gym mainly for the support and calibrated weight. So far the support has been first class and I am already pushing myself further than expected. I have not been here long enough to give a full in-depth review but will come back and update in the future. So far best move I have made and hope to achieve great things from here. Watch this space !

Fantastic experience: Started at Danny's gym with Katy as my coach about 4 months ago as a complete newbie to power lifting. I was 41 starting and had a baby just a couple of month prior so was very anxious. Everyone there is so friendly and really supportive. Katy has been updating my program weekly to suit me and I've hit goals I honestly never thought I was capable of, especially in such a short space of time. Since joining I've felt stronger in mind and body, getting more confident by the week and feel so much more focused. Honestly can't recommend Katie as a personal trainer and Danny's gym enough. I'm still very early days on my strength journey and already its been a complete game changer thanks to my amazing PT and to DLF Barbell club

Fantastic experience: Went to view the competitors at the yearly Charity event. Great gym, really friendly atmosphere. First class coaches x

Positive experience: Friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: I have been with Coach Bea for over 2 years now and I’ve been going to DLF for the last year or so and I have enjoyed every minute. Firstly the gym, it has calibrated plates, combo racks, and platforms to carry out your SBD needs. I dip in Oly from time to time so I’ve also had a go at the Olympic lifting bars and plates and enjoyed swinging them about. The community is amazing, I love turning up and look forward to whoever is at the gym because I know I can ask for a spot or I’ll get motivated during a grindy lift or someone will have a snack to share:’) Secondly, my Coach Bea, I don’t think I could put into words her hard work, resilience, planning and encouragement as a coach. I’ve attached two of my most recent comps where I won my respective weight classes but this is a snapshot of the hours and days of work we both put together to get to this end goal. If you put the work in, she will match you and go above and beyond. Her programming is flexible, she gives critical and in-depth feedback on my lifts that I appreciate so I know how to improve and keep doing the best I can. A wonderful gym, with fabulous coaches and I look forward to the ever growing community and what it brings!

Fantastic experience: Ive been going to barbell blast at DLF barbell club now for about a year and it's one of the best decisions I've made. It's a welcoming and comfortable environment and coach Bea makes it very accessible for all levels, beginner to advance lifters. I've become fitter/stronger and learnt new ways to lift with correct technique thanks to Bea. Couldn't recommend this more to anyone wanting an all round workout for cardio, strength and bigger mooscles.

Fantastic experience: I enquired about Olympic weightlifting, knowing nothing at all about the sport. I was treated the same as everyone else from the very first session. The coaches break every movement down for you and why it has to be done a certain way, even if you dont get it the first time they will repeat it until it clicks for you. You have full support from the coaching staff and people you train with. The energy in the gym is the best no bad aura. Everyone is there to become a better version of themselves. I would recommend DLF to everyone no matter what level you are at.

Fantastic experience: I came to Danny after a serious elbow break (double distal humerus fracture - ouch) followed by a diagnosis of neuropathy. I was probably at my unfittest due to not understanding how to move my objectively new body without hurting or damaging it. When you all of the sudden become disabled, you feel like you lose agency over your body. BUT thanks to Danny and his insightful knowledge I am the strongest I have ever been. Not only am I back in control of my body, I have also found a community of like-minded people. I was initially scared that everyone would be like Arnold Schwarzenegger but lest we forget - Arnold is not only strong but also fun!

Fantastic experience: By far the best powerlifting gym (and coach) in the whole of Liverpool! Danny runs an excellent gym with lots of cool equipment but most importantly creates a supportive environment regardless of your experience level. He's always happy to help and will make you feel welcome! If you're looking to start powerlifting or would like a nice homey environment, I highly recommend. 10/10 Slayed. Ate. Devoured

Fantastic experience: I signed up for the 28-day trial at DLF and really enjoyed it. I felt welcomed and included the moment I stepped through the door. There's a nice atmosphere in the gym and everyone is friendly. Exactly what you need when starting something new. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym! Inclusive, encouraging, friendly. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Great people, great place and proper homely. Learn from proper coaches if you're completely new, or even have been doing some general lifting and want to get some structure or just book in to use the space for your own plans. You can learn a lot here. Super friendly place without the fear of your typical lifeless public gym. I don't do competition lifting but I get treated the same regardless and its a great way to find an actual gym community. Hats off to Beata, Danny and all the coaches here!

Fantastic experience: Brilliant gym, me and a few friends attended a competition here and it was so well ran. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: I joined as a member back in April and my experience at this gym has been second to none. Danny is a friendly owner with a wealth of experience, and together with the other members you are made to feel like part of a community, where from big success to a little progress - everything is celebrated and encouraged here. World champions train amongst complete beginners which is one of the unique reasons why I love it. The range of specialist equipment has meant that I could train for my upcoming ABPU powerlifting competition using the correct spec barbells for the different lifts (especially squats) which translated into an extremely successful day for me when I did go and compete, as I felt comfortable and well-rehearsed with the equipment. Whether you join to be fully coached, join a group programme or in my case, flit in and out of sessions in a more casual way, there is something for everyone here and you are just as much a part of the family no matter which path you choose!

Fantastic experience: This gym is fantastic. Learning to lift weights has been such a positive experience. Daniel and Beata are truly great teachers

Fantastic experience: Competent, attentive, thoughtful and communicates well with all ages and abilities. The venue itself caters to powerlifting and weightlifting to an international level as well as being a great place to be introduced to strength sports. Been a customer for over a decade. Strongly recommended.

Fantastic experience: A hidden gem. I've trained with Danny Lee for five years and have seen incredible progress during that time, leading to me becoming a World Bench champion in my weight class. I've also recently started olympic lifting with Béata who is highly skilled, a fantastic lifter in her own right and a really great coach. Would recommend this gym to anyone looking to get strong in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Fantastic experience: Extremely welcoming and accommodating. Highly recommend if you are into power lifting/olympic lifting or just want to give it a go! Get in touch with them and they'll no doubt sort something out for you. I had Beáta as a coach and she was extremely helpful and insightful!

Fantastic experience: I spent around 2 years with Danny, not only is he an all around great person he is a fantastic coach. He took me from throwing weight around like a useless oaf to winning multiple trophies on the national and international stage in my federation. I truly appreciate all he taught me in terms of form, injury prevention, training in an efficient and intelligent manner, and even the warm ups - although I hated them.

Fantastic experience: Fab space!. Coaches are lovely and friendly for people of all levels. Very female friendly environment not like other fitness related places in Liverpool!. Highly recommended!.

Fantastic experience: Great gym with plenty of equipment and training areas. The coaches are full of advice and experience. And there’s a really great sense of community and camaraderie.

Fantastic experience: From the quality of equipment, the knowledge of the coaches, and the team atmosphere; Danny has created a great gym here. It's an ideal place for people starting out or experienced competitors to train.

Fantastic experience: Have been training with Danny for almost 4 years and he’s a class coach who’s now opened a class gym. Group sessions are super fun and the staff and members are really friendly and welcoming. Close to Brunswick station so easy to get to from the city centre. Really high quality equipment including the biggest deadlift jack in the Northwest region (probably).

Fantastic experience: A welcoming and friendly environment for people interested in strength training regardless of their level or fitness goals. Staff are extremely knowledgeable, and have trained world champion powerlifters. Staff are also world champion nerds and know how to make people new to strength training feel really welcome. I can't recommend this place enough.