Strength and functional training gyms in the heart of Barcelona. Private sessions in small groups of up to 4 people, with an individual plan, block periodisation and technical coaching on every rep. Our own method, built on scientific evidence.
The same team and the same method that trains Ibai Llanos. Serious programming, real progression and commitment from both sides. No shortcuts.
Tailored training, limited capacity, close supervision and measurable progress, focused on reaching your personal goals and improving your health.
We adapt to your level, whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced. Strength improves your health, prevents injuries, increases bone density, improves body composition and boosts functional longevity: three pillars backed by scientific evidence.
A team with a master's degree in personal training, NSCA certifications and specialisms in strength, sports rehab, hypertrophy, weightlifting technique and sports psychology applied to performance.
No waiting for racks, bars or kit. Groups of up to 4 people with real attention from your coach throughout the session. Limited capacity guaranteed by advance booking.
Block-periodised programming with progress measured in RPE (rate of perceived exertion), RIR (reps in reserve) and loads relative to your 1RM. Nothing improvised: every block has a clear intention.
A service in which a coach designs your plan, supervises every session and adjusts loads, exercises and technique as you progress. What sets it apart from a conventional gym is not the machines: it is the planning and the technical attention.
Loads, reps, exercises and rest designed around your goal. Block periodisation of 4 to 6 weeks with clear progression measured in RPE, RIR and kilos lifted.
Every rep reviewed by a coach with specialist training (NSCA, master's in personal training, rehab). Technique is what separates a useful squat from an injury.
Regular tests of maximal strength, rep maxes, body composition and mobility. No abstract goals: every cycle has concrete metrics we review with you.
The best plan is the one you stick to. We work on habits, sleep, nutrition basics and psychological support when needed. Strength is built through consistency, not isolated heroic sessions.
At Barbell Club we work on two main pillars, strength with barbells and free weights and functional conditioning, and three formats depending on who you train with and how: individual, duo or small group. Every plan combines both pillars in the proportion your goal needs.
We work the key movement patterns (push, pull, knee-dominant and hip-dominant) through controlled circuits, core work, HIIT and active mobility so you move well and pain-free in daily life. Ideal if you spend hours sitting down, are coming back to training or want to prevent injuries.
Tailored programmes built on the main lifts and machines (squat, bench press, deadlift plus accessories), with clear periodisation and progression through loads, reps and RPE. Technique and safety come first.
Train on your own, with your partner or in a small group of up to 4. Every format keeps an individual plan and close supervision.
Exclusive attention, clear goals and constant adjustments so you progress quickly. Maximum scheduling flexibility and close follow-up.
Train with a friend at a better price than one-to-one, with the same quality.
Every member follows their own plan inside a small group of up to 4 people. Great atmosphere and limited capacity on the floor. The most popular option among our members.
The real differences between training with a personal plan and training at a low-cost or chain gym.
| Aspect | Barcelona Barbell Club | Conventional gym |
|---|---|---|
| People on the floor | Maximum 8 | 30 to 100 at the same time |
| Training plan | Individual and written for you | Generic or non-existent |
| Technical correction | On every exercise | On request (if there is a floor instructor) |
| Periodisation | Blocks of 4 to 6 weeks with measured progression (RPE, RIR, loads) | No formal periodisation |
| Adapting to injuries | Rehab specialist coaches working with physios | Not covered |
| Waiting for equipment | None · limited capacity | Frequent at peak times |
| Equipment available | Professional racks, olympic bars, free weights, machines | Varies |
| Coach with specialist training | NSCA, master's degree, specialism in strength, rehab and hypertrophy | Varies |
| Long-term consistency | High · individual follow-up and a small community | Low · > 50% drop out in the first three months |
| Minimum term | No minimum term | Varies |
You pay for results and attention, not for access to machines.
From the first interview to the goal achieved. Nothing improvised: every step has a reason.
One hour to understand your goals, medical history, fitness level and availability. Free of charge.
We assign you a coach and a format (individual, duo or small group) that fits your diary. Weekly adjustments.
Nutrition guidance aligned with your goals, without absurd diets. Geared towards muscle gain or fat loss.
Regular anthropometric assessments and strength tests to confirm we are hitting your goals.
Our job ends when you reach the target we set. Your coach maps out the best route there.
Real strength, clean technique and a human approach. This is the team that will be with you.
Founder of Barcelona Barbell Club and of the sportswear brand Valking, and the coach who leads the club's in-home personal training service with Ibai Llanos. Over 10 years making people genuinely strong.
Over 7 years helping people who start from zero or who arrive with fears and limitations. Technique, high standards and a human approach.
Psychologist and sports coach. She works on motivation, stress management, habit building and mindset. Body and mind in tune to sustain progress.
Certified personal trainer focused on injury rehabilitation and transfer to sport. He assesses, corrects and optimises the way you move.
Certified personal trainer and competitor in powerlifting and bodybuilding. Technical and meticulous: volume and intensity down to the last detail.
Pick the location that suits you best. Same method, same coaches and the same small groups at Passeig de Sant Joan and at Glòries.
Passatge d'Alió, 10 · Sagrada Família, Barcelona
Consell de Cent, 555 · Eixample, Barcelona
Shared email info@barcelonabarbellclub.com · Phone +34 605 95 67 92
We have only two locations, both centrally located: one at Passeig de Sant Joan (Gràcia / Eixample) and one at Glòries (Sagrada Família / Sant Martí). The areas below are not separate clubs: they are the neighbourhoods our members travel from, and how to get to either location:
Not living in these neighbourhoods? We have members from across the Barcelona metropolitan area. If the timetable works for you, the club works for you.
Practical articles from our team: technique, habits, recovery and more.
A complete guide to starting your training with the right foundations.
Read more →Proven strategies to burn fat while keeping your muscle mass.
Read more →The most effective compound lifts for muscle hypertrophy.
Read more →The real questions we get before a first class, grouped by topic.
Prices start from 90€ a month. We offer different plans to suit your needs: individual training, duo training and small groups. After your initial assessment we suggest the format and price that best match your goal.
Yes, completely. It is a 1 hour session at no cost and with no obligation, where we get to know you, assess your starting point and explain how we can help. At the end we suggest the format that fits best, with no pressure at all.
No. We work with class packs and monthly memberships with no minimum term. If for any reason you need to pause or stop training, there is no contractual penalty.
Personal training is a service in which a coach designs an individual plan and supervises every session, correcting technique and adjusting loads as you progress. Compared with a conventional gym, three things change: a written, personal plan, groups of no more than 4 people (not 25) and technical correction on every exercise.
With 2 sessions a week you already see strength and body composition adaptations within 6 to 8 weeks. With 3 sessions progress speeds up, and that is the most common rhythm among our members. Beyond 4 sessions the marginal return drops and the risk of accumulated fatigue increases.
The first neurological adaptations (better technique, more perceived strength) appear within 3 to 4 weeks. Visible changes in body composition and measurable performance in loads settle in between 8 and 12 weeks. Progress depends on consistency and recovery.
It works for both goals. Strength is the shared engine. If your goal is fat loss, we adjust volume and frequency and combine training with metabolic conditioning. If your goal is hypertrophy, we prioritise volume and intensity. The plan adapts to each profile through block periodisation of 4 to 6 weeks.
No. We adapt everything to your level. If you have never trained before, we start with the technical basics, light loads and plenty of correction. If you are coming from another gym, we start from your current level and build a progressive plan.
Yes. We have sports rehab coaches and we work alongside physiotherapists. We adapt the plan to your situation: lumbar disc issues, knee problems, painful shoulder or other conditions. We modify exercises, loads and movement patterns so you can train without making things worse.
Yes, and it is in fact one of the most valuable things you can do for your health. Strength protects joints, improves bone density and prevents falls. We start with safe loads and ranges, technique first, and progress at the pace your body allows.
We have two clubs in Barcelona: Passeig de Sant Joan (Passatge d'Alió 10, 08037, next to Joanic L4 and Verdaguer L4/L5) and Glòries (Consell de Cent 555, 08013, next to Encants L2 and Glòries L1). Same method and same coaches at both.
Yes. Our two clubs are in central Barcelona and we train people from Eixample Dret, Eixample Esquerre, Gràcia, Sagrada Família, El Clot, Poblenou, Sant Andreu, Sant Martí, Vila de Gràcia, Sant Gervasi and El Putxet, among other nearby neighbourhoods.
Yes. Both locations have changing rooms. They do not have showers.
Yes. Ibai Llanos trains with Barcelona Barbell Club through our in-home personal training service, led by our founder Álex Saiz. The same planning and the same coaches who work with him are available to anyone who trains with us.
Limited places this month. Book your free assessment and find out what it is like to train properly, without the crowds.
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