Push Your Limits

José Cruz Richardson

2 years ago

I joined Bexar Barbell almost two years ago. Being a remote athlete I feared that I would not be able to be connected with my coach or the team but that was not the case at all. The owner fosters a healthy environment where everyone feels included and like you’re part of a family. The owner is very good about making sure that remote athletes get the same quality of feedback that the local members get and is always looking for ways to improve communication by constantly sending surveys looking for areas where the club can improve. As a service member my schedule can be tough and sometimes I find myself having pains from the work day but the coaches are always a call/ text away ready to make adjustments to ensure that imm being taken care of. The best part of this place is the people focused staff that work there. They truly want to see you grow in everything that you do in and out of the gym. I strongly recommend this place no matter where you find yourself in your athletic training.

Dylan Beattie

2 years ago

Since joining Bexar Barbell at the tail end of 2022 I have had NOTHING negative to say about the entire experience. The owner/head coach is my coach and I have had such an amazing training experience. I am a hobby lifter with ambitious goals but am treated with the level of respect and attention given to her international level lifters. Coach B makes time for me and listens to what I have to say about training while taking my goals into account. I have always had a problem talking about the mental side of weightlifting. Having had a few minor and one major injury, sometimes heavier squats and cleans get in my head. Coach B knows and understands this and personalizes her approach to coaching me. She is respectful and professional and I have never had as good of lifting gains as I have had in the past year. Happy to be a part of one of the most successful teams in the country led by the fearless Brittany Rucker. Thanks Coach B!

John Mehrtens

2 years ago

I have had the opportunity to do a drop in session and also compete at this gym and I am impressed. The owner and coaches were amazing as well as their athletes. I quickly found myself welcomed into the fold which made me comfortable. Coach Nicole further enhanced my experience as she coached me as well as two of her own athletes. To say the least, I am very impressed with the entire package. Coach Brittany was awesome and was very responsive to accommodate me. I am an experienced weightlifter that has competed in national and world competitions. Please, especially if you’re in the area…. Check them out. You won’t be sorry. Happy lifting and thanks Bexar San Antonio!

Mel Prokop

a year ago

If you are thinking about joining Bexar - just do it. don’t wait as long as I did. Programming and coaching at Bexar is exceptional. Communication is outstanding—Brittany responds almost immediately, even when she’s traveling. The culture of this team is unparalleled, even for remote athletes like myself. I feel more connected and supported by teammates I’ve never met than I ever have on other teams. This environment is a direct result of Brittany’s incredible leadership. B truly cares about people. She was there for me during one of my darkest days, even though I was a complete stranger at the time and not yet on her team. Since becoming her athlete, our conversations go beyond snatch and clean and jerk. B prioritizes my personal development over how much I can lift - better humans make better athletes.

Garrett Mccord

4 months ago

Bexar Tape is by far my favorite thumb tape. I’ve tried many different brands and most don’t last half the session. I never have issues with slipping or discomfort. Couldn’t recommend highly enough!

Coach T

3 years ago

Great programming even better coaches! Your coach is available to you and all your programming is catered to your goals. Nicole is my primary coach and she’s amazing!!! I feel mobility improvements and overall skill improvements and I’ve been with Bexar for maybe 2 months now. I can’t wait to see my continued progress.

Emily Hart

2 years ago

I’ve been with Bexar Barbell for around a year now and thanks to the amazing coaches, I have improved greatly, not only in my lifts, but also my mindset. I used to take lifting way too seriously and get upset whenever a session wasn’t going my way. The coaches, and community, from Bexar Barbell have helped me develop a more positive mindset towards myself and towards weightlifting as a whole. Coach B has a fantastic outlook on lifting and values consistency over a one time PR. This approach has completely changed how I lift and has even improved my mindset outside out the gym. Any time I have questions (which is often, I can be a lot) Coach B never makes me feel like a burden and answers as soon as possible. If I want technique help, she’s there to help. If I have any other personal goals, she is swift to communicate and implement them! I love the community, the coaches, and the whole approach to weightlifting that I’ve only just begun to experience. I can’t recommend Bexar Barbell enough!

Josh Macias

Edited 2 years ago

I joined Bexar Barbell in August of 2022 after visiting the gym with my wife, Bryn, who had also just joined after hitting a hard plateau with her previous coach. At the time, I was not into Olympic lifting as a sport, I just dabbled in it here and there from doing CrossFit. Bryn and I made a trip from Waco so she could meet the coaches and other athletes, and I immediately fell in love. First of all, as an outsider coming into their space, they were all very welcoming about me dropping in and enthusiastically answered the many questions I had about the sport and the lifts. I could tell that coach Brittany and Nicole were invested in helping Bryn achieve her goals. After a few visits, I decided that I wanted to join and start my journey as an athlete. Ironically enough, Brittany was the one who actually offered to coach me. She saw my potential and shared her desire to help me. I said yes. Since then, I have added 18kg to my snatch, 31kg to my clean and jerk, and 29kg to my competition total. I’ve gotten to travel to several meets and support some of the best people I’ve ever met. The community here is truly unmatched. Every coach here cares about what they do, and are not afraid to dive into the nuances of what it takes to improve. I’ve experienced nothing but patience, tough love, and belief in my ability to absolutely smash goals with my coach. This place is awesome.

Charles Saunders

6 months ago

This weightlifting team is more than just a training group—it’s an atmosphere of excellence, determination, and support that pushes everyone to rise to their fullest potential. From the moment you step in, you feel the energy: a shared drive to get stronger, to move better, and to hold each other accountable to the highest standard. The environment here is unmatched. Every rep, every lift, every session carries a sense of purpose. The focus isn’t only on strength—it’s on growth, discipline, and resilience. The commitment to proper technique, long-term progress, and overall well-being creates a foundation that allows every athlete to thrive. What makes this team extraordinary is the culture of encouragement and unity. Success is celebrated together, and challenges are faced as a group. It’s a space where motivation is contagious, where perseverance is expected, and where every individual is uplifted by the collective spirit. This isn’t just training—it’s transformation. This is the kind of atmosphere that turns weightlifting into something greater: a journey of self-mastery, camaraderie, and pride. To be part of this team is to experience what it truly means to belong to something powerful.

Margie McClure

2 years ago

Bexar Barbell has been a little haven for me and my sister. After meeting two of the coaches for the first time at a meet, one of the coaches, Brittany, noticed my sister (whose coach, at the time, was not present) was struggling mentally and at risk for bombing out in the meet. She was able to settle her nerves and complete the meet successfully. From the moment you get introduced to Bexar, you are enveloped in a culture unlike any other. The coaches at Bexar will tell you otherwise (pointing at the athletes themselves), but they are the heartbeat of the gym. Their care of and dedication to their athletes set them apart from any other coach - they do more than focus on just lifting. They focus on helping athletes become better people. I've personally experienced one of the coaches talking me through a mental breakdown I had, helping me form challenging text messages, and supporting me through family issues. Twice now, I've had the head coach and her wife allow me to stay at their house while I was visiting HQ from out of state so I could save a few pennies - I am certainly not the only athlete they've allowed to do this either! Outside of helping athletes become better humans, the coaching itself is top notch. The coaches work with athletes to tailor programs that not only challenge their strength but also systematically refine their technique over time. The coaches will alter the programming based on the athlete's individual weaknesses and needs, even injuries, making sure the athletes - in house or remote - are best set up for success. I highly recommend Bexar Barbell for anyone who is looking for a new gym or a place to train.