Information about Below Parallel Barbell Club
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 5:30-19:30
- tuesday: 5:30-19:30
- wednesday: 5:30-19:30
- thursday: 5:30-19:30
- friday: 5:30-17:30
- saturday: 7h-12h
Welcome to Below Parallel Barbell Club, Brisbane's premier strength and powerlifting gym, located in the vibrant Fortitude Valley. Established in 2018, our club is committed to helping you develop solid lifting techniques and achieve your fitness goals, regardless of your starting point. Whether you are just beginning your journey or are an advanced competitor, we have the resources and expertise to guide you.
At Below Parallel, we believe that good technique is the cornerstone of effective training. Our dedicated coaching team provides personalized instruction and support, ensuring that every lifting session is safe and productive. We offer innovative, tailored programs released weekly, designed to enhance your skills and maximize your strength.
Our facility boasts state-of-the-art strength training equipment, ample space for workouts, and 24/7 access for our members. We understand the importance of quality gear, which is why we have invested in high-grade equipment to support various lifting styles including powerlifting and weightlifting.
Experience the difference with us at Below Parallel, where we foster a strong community dedicated to accountability and growth. Our friendly environment encourages members to push their limits while forming lasting friendships. Take the plunge and join us for a free introductory week that includes a personal assessment with our head coach, Beau. Start your journey towards becoming the strongest version of yourself today!
If you're seeking to break away from the mundane commercial gym scene and want to achieve real results, come visit Below Parallel Barbell Club—where lifting is taken seriously but fun is never compromised!
Our comment from FitFit Australia about Below Parallel Barbell Club:
Below Parallel Barbell Club, located in Brisbane, Australia, is an exceptional powerlifting gym that stands out for its fantastic equipment and inclusive atmosphere. With numerous racks, platforms, benches, and bars available, athletes of all levels can find the right setup for their training needs. Members praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, who are always eager to provide guidance and support, making it an ideal environment for both beginners and experienced lifters alike.
Testimonials highlight several positive aspects of the gym:
- Fantastic and well-equipped facilities perfect for strength and weight training.
- A highly supportive community that fosters a positive and encouraging vibe.
- Individual attention from staff, ensuring proper technique and motivation throughout training sessions.
- Accessibility with 24/7 access and easy parking options.
Although there have been a few mentions of concerns regarding temperature control, many users appreciate the overhead fans that maintain air circulation during workouts. Overall, Below Parallel is highly recommended for anyone looking to enhance their strength training in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned powerlifter, this gym is dedicated to helping you achieve your fitness goals.
Services, Machines and Guided Classes
Below Parallel Barbell Club: Opinions
Fantastic experience: Absolutely fantastic powerlifting gym! Incredibly well kitted out with fantastic equipment. Many racks, platforms, benches and bars for all occasions. Very friendly staff with a lovely vibe Definitely highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Awesome, inclusive place - best gym in Brisbane!
Thanks Sarah!
Fantastic experience: Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Facilities were perfect for and suitable for numerous different strength and weight training. Felt comfortable straight away after a drop in session
Thanks Aoife! Glad you could visit us!
Fantastic experience: Excellent equipment, friendly culture, knowledgeable coaches.
Thanks James!
Fantastic experience: This is an amazing gym! Very female friendly and I love positive relaxed environment. It’s the perfect gym if you are new to powerlifting as the owners Beau and Matt are always on hand to give guidance. Quality equipment, highly recommend!
Thanks Mon!
Fantastic experience: A proper powerlifting gym! Great and supportive team. A recent novice comp went great I would have joined this gym if I lived close by.
Thanks for the great review Hayley! Congratulations on your amazing efforts yesterday
Fantastic experience: Very good club to practice heavy loads
Fantastic experience: I come to Brisbane every 4-5 months for a month stay on business, so I've been to many of the local gyms in the New Farm/FV/Spring Hill area. This is by far my favorite. Beau and Matt are awesome and serious Star War fans judging by the models and toys in the office. The people here super friendly, maybe too much. They will talk your ear off if you let 'em. Very female positive friendly. Some serious women lifters/trainers, who give great advice. Not a juiced crowd. I go mid-morning, and the gym is never busy. I was often the only one. There is no AC, but huge overhead fans 8 meters up keep a breeze blowing. You work up a sweat without overheating. Not a machine club, a barbell club, kind of a cross-fit layout with the focus on powerlifting. But I am more fitness oriented including mobility/yoga, and I felt right at home. I spent a month here and it was literally one of the best months of training I have had in my life. I hated to leave every day and felt inspired to go on. I will definitely return next time I'm in the area. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. If you need a club where you sit and play with your phone in 20° with flashy machines, then Below Parallel ain't for you. But if you are even remotely conscientious about your workouts, this is DEFINITELY the club for you.
Thanks for the amazing review Bert, it’s been great having you here! See you next time!
Fantastic experience: I went from zero to 15kg bench press within my first week thanks to Beau's guidance! So much motivation here at this club.
Thanks Jamie!
Fantastic experience: No BS gym with a focus on lifting.
Fantastic experience: Great for all experience levels. Beau and team are very knowledgeable and approachable. Lots of guidance was offered to help learn and refine technique. Highly recommended.
Negative experience: Inconsiderate
Hi Kurt, we don’t have any record of you in our membership system so would love to know a bit more about what you found unsatisfactory about the gym and when. Would you be able to flick an email to [email protected]?
Cheers
Fantastic experience: Great spot with an amazing team! Super local and run by locals who really know their stuff and who can help you achieve your goals!
Legend
Fantastic experience: A gym like no other….your life will be forever changed ♀️
But… for the better, right?
Fantastic experience: Great facility, staff and environment. If you want to enjoy your training and get strong, I highly recommend Below Parallel.
We do enjoy training and getting strong… thanks Aidan
Fantastic experience: This place is AWESOME! Coming from someone who has tried every gym on every corner in the 4005/4006 area, Below Parallel is the real deal when it comes to learning technique and building strength in a supportive, fun and inclusive environment. Bravo, Beau and Liam, for creating such a cool space to train!
Aw shucks, thanks Laura!
Fantastic experience: After having some shoulder niggles and hip tightness I decided to see Kelly an Exercise Physiologist to help with my powerlifting. Six months later I no longer feel broken with my training and as a result I enjoy my training much more now, while being more efficient with my lifting through superior technique. The gym is fitted competition grade equipment and has barbells which account for multiple powerlifting federations. Definitely recommend Kelly or any other of the Exercise Physiologists here at Below Parallel as it's a great team that are very passionate about all fields of sports and exercise.
Cheers Matt!
Fantastic experience: First time in a gym focused in strenght But the coaches have explained everything step by step and for $45/ week this place is a bargain as it includes coaching and has 24/7 access... Easy parking..
Thanks Carolina!
Fantastic experience: Great gym and equipment, great people, and easy to get to.
Thanks Rebecca! We think you’re pretty great too!
Fantastic experience: I joined to concentrate on my Powerlifting. I feel great training here, the staff and other members are friendly, the equipment is high quality and it has everything you need. If you need a change from the typical commercial gym environment and want to be the strongest you've ever been, this is the place for you.
But nobody is as friendly as you Dani!
Fantastic experience: Great boutique strength gym; clean, in a great location and fully equipped with quality Rogue equipment. A powerlifter’s dream!
Thanks Emma! Love having you
Fantastic experience: Barely got a chance To is a good
Fantastic experience: Great option if you're into powerlifting. Coach is very knowledgeable and equipment is top notch
Fantastic experience: Kelly the exercise physiologist is amazing. She's very knowledgeable, friendly and knows how to get results. Her wealth of information makes her a suitable trainer from an athlete trying to reach the next level or people with complex medical issues like myself. I have followed her from her previous gym to Bellow Parallel in the Valley.
Fantastic experience: Love it there. Great atmosphere ☺️
Fantastic experience: Great gym, great people, great new equipment. 1 x BigArse fan to keep you cool. Car parking on site with well maintained amenities.
Fantastic experience: I love this gym Matt and Beau are fantastic, I've seen great results from the program and have so much confidence pushing myself because I know I've got quality support.
Fantastic experience: Awesome facility
Fantastic experience: Great space and quality gear. Beau will make sure you’re doing everything safely and maximising your training. Even the shirts are awesome!
Fantastic experience: This place is the real deal! Best equipment I've used in Brisbane, these guys definitely haven't cut any corners when they were setting this place up. Huge amount of space for lifting and plenty of weights to go around! Also want to mention that it was 30-something degrees outside but the heat was kept at bay thanks to their "Big Ass Fan" Very happy with my training session there and will be back!
Fantastic experience: Beau and Matt, both serious lifters, have set up a brand new, first rate training facility. All new gear with plenty of bumper plates, lifting platforms and squat racks; you won't be waiting for your set. Avail yourself of some coaching from Beau if you are looking to improve your lifts.
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