Coach Chris
Owner & Founder of The Bar // Air Force Veteran |
Chris is the owner and founder of The Bar Gym and Strength Training LLC, which he opened in 2017 after proudly serving six years in the U.S. Air Force. Built on the values of discipline, consistency, and service, the gym reflects the same mindset Chris brings to coaching every athlete he works with. A nationally qualified powerlifter and strongman and a certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, Chris combines real-world competition experience with a deep understanding of strength sports. Having trained and competed in powerlifting, strongman, and weightlifting, he is uniquely equipped to coach everyone—from first-time lifters learning proper technique to elite athletes preparing for high-level competition. Chris’s mission is simple: train with purpose, build strength the right way, and help every athlete reach their full potential—inside and outside the gym. |
Coach Kalvin
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Kalvin is a former collegiate wrestler and NJCAA national qualifier whose passion for competition naturally evolved into a deep commitment to coaching. With nearly ten years of hands-on experience, he is fully equipped to train both athletes and everyday lifters—whether the goal is powerlifting, speed development, or overall athletic performance. Kalvin’s impact is best reflected in his long-term client relationships, with many athletes training under him for three or more years and his longest-running client working with him for over seven years. Loyal, knowledgeable, and deeply invested, Kalvin genuinely cares about the people he coaches—supporting not just their progress in the gym, but their growth and success outside of it as well.
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Weightlifting & Strongman Coach // Athletic Trainer
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Coach Mike
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Mike is the definition of a jack of all trades. By day, he serves as an ER Nurse Educator. By night—and in his free time—Mike is a powerlifting coach and gym videographer, capturing the grit, effort, and wins that define the training floor. Mike has competed in over five powerlifting meets. Always eager to learn and grow, he’s recently added Olympic lifting to his own training—because, why not? With a sharp eye, a strong work ethic, and a passion for both performance and people, Mike is a valuable part of the team who keeps pushing the standard in and out of the gym.
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Powerlifting Coach // Gym Videographer |
Kath
Social Media & Marketing //Gym Photographer |
Kath is truly the heart and soul behind the scenes at The Bar Gym and Strength Training LLC. As our longtime photographer, she has an unmatched ability to capture the essence of the gym—from everyday lifts when the vibe is just right to traveling for those unforgettable, platform-ready moments on meet day. Beyond the camera, Kath helps shape the feeling of The Bar. She’s the reason the lounge feels warm and welcoming, turning it into a space where conversations continue long after the last set is done. Through her creativity, presence, and genuine care for the community, Kath helps make The Bar more than a gym—it’s a place people want to stay, connect, and belong.
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